Category: art
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UNESCO Adds Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra to Memory of the World
The Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra manuscripts have been inscribed on UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register. NEW DELHI, India, April 18, 2025 — UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register has added 74 new documentary heritage collections, including Bhagavad Gita and Bharat Muni’s Natyashastra manuscripts. According to UNESCO, entries from 72 countries and four international organizations…
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Experience Navratri Thalis at CITCO Hotels in Chandigarh
CITCO Introduces Elegant “Navratri Thali” Options at Its Hotels. Chandigarh, India, April 3, 2025 — Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation Limited (CITCO) has launched an exquisite range of Thali (Plate) options at its prestigious hotels, including Hotel Mountview, Hotel Chef Lakeview, Hotel Parkview, and Hotel Shivalikview. These specially curated Thalis blend traditional flavors and…
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Academy Launches Global Partnerships for Nicholl Screenwriting Fellowships
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will collaborate with global university programs, screenwriting laboratories, and filmmaker initiatives to facilitate the Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting. LOS ANGELES, CA – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting is an international program designed to identify and nurture talented new screenwriters. The…
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Join the Global Celebration of Jazz: International Jazz Day 2025
Paris, France, March 27, 2025 — Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, a UNESCO Creative City of Music, will be a vibrant center for a worldwide celebration. Over five weeks, the city will host a series of jazz performances, educational programs, and community events. Highlights will include the internationally broadcast All-Star Global Concert for International Jazz…
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2025 Student Academy Awards: Submit Your Film Today
LOS ANGELES, CA – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced it is now accepting entries for the 2025 Student Academy Awards® competition. The deadline for submissions is May 18, 2025. The annual presentation ceremony for the International Student Film Awards will take place in New York City during the New York Film…
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Exclusive 2025 Calendar Features Miss India Models for Huliot
Photo: Miki Kedem, CEO, Huliot India Pipes with Miss India Models. Enlarge this Photo New Delhi, India, February 9, 2025— Huliot India Pipes, an Israeli piping solutions brand, has signed 12 Miss India models for a brand campaign. Miki Kedem, CEO of Huliot India Pipes, announced this initiative, emphasizing the company’s commitment to innovation and…
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Chandigarh University Wins AIU North Zone Youth Festival 2025
Chandigarh University won the overall trophy at the 38th AIU Inter-University North Zone Youth Festival 2025, securing 26 awards in total. Team CU has won the Overall AIU North-Zone Trophy four times. Chandigarh University’s contingent of 49 members has qualified for the AIU National Youth Festival 2025. View the enlarged photo. CHANDIGARH, India, February 7,…
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Danielle Joins OMEGA: A New Era for the Swiss Brand
Danielle, a member of the acclaimed girl group NewJeans, has joined OMEGA’s prestigious family. For the global announcement, she wore a Constellation watch made of stainless steel and 18K Moonshine™ Gold. Danielle symbolizes a youthful new addition to the iconic Swiss watchmaking brand. Since their million-selling debut album, ‘New Jeans,’ in 2022, NewJeans has become…
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Complete List of 2025 Academy Awards Nominations
The Academy announces the nominations for the 97th Oscars. The Oscars will air live on March 2 at 7 p.m. ET and 4 p.m. PT on ABC and Hulu. LOS ANGELES, CA, January 23, 2025 —Actors, writers, and comedians Rachel Sennott and Bowen Yang announced the nominations for the 97th Oscars today, January 23. The…
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UNESCO Can Revoke Chandigarh Capitol Complex’s World Heritage Status
UNESCO can revoke the Chandigarh Capitol Complex’s World Heritage status if the Chandigarh Administration makes significant unauthorized changes to its structure without obtaining UNESCO’s approval. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) can consider revoking the Chandigarh Capitol Complex’s World Heritage status if the local Chandigarh Administration makes significant unauthorized modifications affecting its…
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Miss America 2025: Abbie Stockard Crowned in Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla., January 7, 2025 — Abbie Stockard, a vibrant representative from Alabama, has earned the prestigious title of Miss America 2025. Currently a dedicated nursing student and a former cheerleader at Auburn University, Stockard’s journey to this remarkable achievement began when she was crowned Miss Alabama. Her tireless preparation and commitment propelled her to…
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Coke Studio India: Celebrating Cultural Diversity in Music
Coke Studio India, Season 2, concludes with memorable musical achievements. It is a season characterized by exceptional performances, creative partnerships, and a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation. NEW DELHI, December 26, 2024 — Coke Studio Bharat, Season 2, presented by The Coca-Cola Company, concludes after an extraordinary journey filled with soul-stirring music, dynamic collaborations,…
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UNESCO New Delhi Office Launches State of the Education Report for India 2024
UNESCO has launched the “2024 State of the Education Report for India,” focusing on Culture and Arts Education. New Delhi, December 24, 2024—The UNESCO Regional Office for South Asia at New Delhi has launched the sixth edition of its annual flagship report, “Rhythms of Learning.” This “2024 State of the Education Report for India” focuses…
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UNESCO Appoints Pharrell Williams as Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education
UNESCO has appointed Pharrell Williams as its Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education and Entrepreneurship. Paris, December 19, 2024 — On Tuesday, Audrey Azoulay, the Director-General of UNESCO, appointed Pharrell Williams as a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education and Entrepreneurship during a ceremony at the Organization’s headquarters in Paris. Renowned as an Academy Award-nominated musician…
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Breaking: The Academy Announces Oscars 2025 Shortlists
The Academy has announced the shortlists for the Oscars in ten award categories. LOS ANGELES, CA – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the shortlists for ten categories in the 97th Academy Awards®. The categories include Documentary Feature Film, Documentary Short Film, International Feature Film, Makeup and Hairstyling, Music (Original Score),…
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Mumbai: A UNESCO City of Film and Creativity
UNESCO Creative City of Film: Mumbai Mumbai, India, became a UNESCO Creative Cities Network member and was designated a UNESCO City of Film by the UNESCO Director-General in 2019. Being a member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network enhances Mumbai’s cultural landscape in several meaningful ways: Mumbai’s membership in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network strengthens…
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Exploring ‘Many Ramayanas, Many Lessons’ by Anand Neelakantan
HarperCollins has announced the upcoming release of “Many Ramayanas, Many Lessons” by Anand Neelakantan. NEW DELHI, December 16, 2024 — HarperCollins India has announced the upcoming release of “Many Ramayanas, Many Lessons” by bestselling author Anand Neelakantan. The Ramayana is not just one single story; it is a symphony of tales that span centuries, cultures,…
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UNESCO: The Absolute Authority on World Heritage Sites
UNESCO is the final authority that examines, evaluates, inscribes, and designates properties as World Heritage Sites. New Delhi, December 14, 2024 — In response to an inquiry presented in the Rajya Sabha, which is the upper house of the Parliament of India, Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Mr. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, provided pertinent information…
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Learn Home Designing with Joanna Gaines at MasterClass
MasterClass has announced that Joanna Gaines will share her unique design process in a step-by-step format. SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 26, 2024 — MasterClass, the streaming platform that allows anyone to learn from the world’s best, has announced that Joanna Gaines, cofounder of Magnolia, will teach a class on “Designing a Home That Tells Your Story.”…
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Discover Eligible International Films for the 97th Academy Awards
The Academy has announced the Animated, Documentary, and International Feature Films eligible for the 97th Oscars. Photo: The 96th Oscars at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood on Sunday, March 10, 2024. Image provided by & copyright © Trae Patton / A.M.P.A.S. (File Photo) LOS ANGELES, CA, November 22, 2024 — The Academy of Motion…
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