Aadi Thiruvathirai
During the Aadi Thiruvathirai Festival at Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple, the Prime Minister emphasized the cultural heritage of the Chola dynasty, the significance of Lord Shiva, and the importance of unity in India. He highlighted the historical contributions of the Chola kings to democracy, water management, and cultural preservation, while also
PM VIKAS
The 3rd Empowered Committee Meeting under the PM VIKAS scheme was held on July 24, 2025, chaired by Dr. Chandra Shekhar Kumar. The PM VIKAS scheme aims to uplift six minority communities through skilling, women leadership, education, and infrastructure development. The committee reviewed 15 proposals from various institutions focusing on
Tribal Affairs
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs in India is actively supporting the preservation of tribal cultural heritage through the Centrally Sponsored scheme 'Support to Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs)'. This initiative provides financial assistance to 29 TRIs for research, documentation, and cultural events aimed at promoting tribal languages, traditions, and
EMRS
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has announced the establishment of two new EMRS (Eklavya Model Residential Schools) aimed at providing quality education and holistic development for tribal students. The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) is urging state governments to make all approved EMRSs functional. The schools will offer
Maritime Vision
The Centre for Joint Warfare Studies is organizing a two-day national seminar on ‘India’s Maritime Vision’ in New Delhi on July 24-25, 2025. The seminar aims to explore India's maritime heritage, security, and future aspirations, aligning with the national goal of achieving Viksit Bharat by 2047. It
Kan-Kan Mein Ram
The Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) premiered its documentary film 'Kan-Kan Mein Ram' on July 23, 2025, in New Delhi. Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, praised the film for its authentic research and portrayal of the Ramayana as a
Siddi Tribe
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has launched the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya MahaAbhiyaN (PM JANMAN) to enhance the socio-economic conditions of the Siddi tribe and other Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) across India. The initiative aims to provide essential facilities such as housing, clean water, education, and health services,
Rajendra Chola I
The Ministry of Culture will host the Aadi Thiruvathirai Festival from July 23-27, 2025, in Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Tamil Nadu, to honor the birth anniversary of Rajendra Chola I. The festival commemorates 1,000 years of his maritime expedition and the construction of the Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple. The grand finale on
Ashoka Pillar
On July 21, 2025, a replica of the Ashoka Pillar was unveiled at the Waskaduwa Sri Subhuthi Viharaya in Sri Lanka, commemorating Emperor Ashoka's contributions to Buddhism in the country. The event was attended by dignitaries including the Indian High Commissioner and various Buddhist leaders. The project was
Minority Affairs
The Ministry of Minority Affairs organized 'Lok Samvardhan Parv' at Kashmir University from April 5 to 13, 2025, to showcase the arts and crafts of minority communities. The event featured over 100 artisans from 25 States and Union Territories, promoting indigenous products and culinary delicacies. Workshops were held
intellectual property
The Ministry of Culture is launching dedicated Intellectual Property (IP) Education Cells to enhance awareness and protection of IP rights among artists in India. These cells will facilitate IP registration and support Geographical Indication (GI) registration for traditional products. The initiative aims to preserve India's cultural heritage and
Keezhadi
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has not requested a revised report on the Keezhadi excavations from the Tamil Nadu State Department of Archaeology. Since 2018, the Tamil Nadu department has been conducting excavations without funding from ASI, which provides permission and technical support as needed. This information was shared