Culture

Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated the 'Tawi Aarti and Light and Sound Show' to welcome Amarnath Yatra pilgrims. He also launched 'Raahi: Hop Jammu' Bus Service and an exhibition on Amarnath Yatra.

A nationwide initiative to protect soil health and secure the livelihoods of the farming communities concluded in Lower Subansiri district, promoting sustainable and natural farming practices.

A joint event in Longding saw the distribution of cherry blossom saplings and the unveiling of a child helpline number, with officials stressing the importance of community action against child exploitation and town beautification.

AP QueerStation celebrated Pride Month with its 9th community meetup, bringing together over 60 LGBTQ+ community members and allies for conversations, connection, and celebration. The event commemorated the Stonewall Uprising and paid tribute to LGBTQ+ pioneers.

Mizoram commemorates the 40th anniversary of the signing of the Mizoram Peace Accord, a rare instance of a society emerging from conflict without a cycle of revenge. Historians and officials attribute the success to Laldenga's leadership, the people's weariness of conflict, and the Church's initiatives for peace negotiations.

The 10th Chalachitram National Film Festival will take place in Guwahati on October 24 and 25, 2026, showcasing short films on nationalism, Indian civilisation, culture, and heritage.

Chief Minister Pema Khandu flagged off a joint military-civil trekking expedition from Jaswantgarh War Memorial in Tawang district. The initiative aims to promote adventure tourism and support local border communities.

Kamini Nath, a rural woman entrepreneur from Assam's Kamrup district, has transformed her passion for handloom weaving into a thriving enterprise, overcoming challenges and achieving financial independence.

Governor KT Parnaik celebrated his birthday with students of Abotani Vidya Niketan in Pachin Colony, Naharlagun, sharing valuable life lessons and emphasizing the importance of education and discipline.

The Jomlo Mongku Mithun Farmer Federation (JMMFF) conducted awareness programmes on mithun health management and fodder plantation in East Siang district.

A three-day workshop on child rights began in Itanagar, aiming to strengthen awareness and collective action towards ensuring the safety and well-being of children. The event brings together educators, social workers, and child rights advocates.

Prachi Sharma, a native of Arunachal Pradesh, credits her upbringing in Lumla for shaping her into the person she is today. Her love for books was passed down through generations, inspiring her to become a published author and help children become published authors.

Doyir Ete Taipodia's debut collection explores indigenous cosmology, memory, and everyday life, preserving the lived experiences of her people.

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has described the annual Amarnath Yatra as a true symbol of social harmony, emphasizing its role in showcasing the region's culture of selfless service and compassion.

A workshop on the development of the Nocte script was held in Tirap district, aiming to adapt the Roman script for the Nocte language and promote cultural preservation and educational advancement.

Bomju Riram, a member of the Kamsa Dramatics Society, has been selected for a three-year diploma in dramatic arts at the National School of Drama. Her achievement marks another milestone for Arunachal Pradesh's growing theatre movement.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a record footfall of over 8 lakh devotees at Kamakhya Temple during Ambubachi Mahayog, reflecting the state's spiritual heritage and Sanatan tradition.

MAATI, short for Mithila Art Artisan Transformative Initiative, works with women artisans from Madhubhani and Darbhanga in Bihar. Four women artisans showcased their works in Bengaluru, ranging from textile to wall art

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On view till July 17 at Ashvita’s new flagship gallery in Ozone Premia, Mylapore, Mimesis by Thukral & Tagra extends their long-running Arboreum project, exploring how algorithms, pixels and digital ecosystems are reshaping our everyday reality