Tag: Indian
Holi Miami, the Indian Festival of Colors and Spring Celebration, is Coming to Wynwood
MAIACA, Miami Association of Indian Americans for Culture and the Arts, will co-host Holi Miami, a celebration to welcome Spring. Holi signifies a time for unity, forgiveness and renewal in ancient India. Festival goers are invited to take part in a traditional coordinated color throw. This ritual symbolizes equality amongst all people and the rebuilding of relationships. Attendees are encouraged to wear white in anticipation of being covered in the vibrant colors of Holi. The event, scheduled for Saturday, March 19th, will take place in the heart of Wynwood. “Holi takes on even greater significance in our world today. We ... Read more
Vice President calls for revisiting Indian history textbooks with an Indian perspective
The Vice President, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu today emphasized the need for revisiting our history textbooks with an Indian perspective in order to instill a sense of pride in our glorious cultural heritage among the younger generation.
Addressing the 75th Anniversary Celebrations of Sir C R Reddy Educational Institutions, Eluru in Andhra Pradesh today, the Vice President reminded the students that India was once known as a ‘Vishwa Guru’ and called upon them to revisit our roots and protect and preserve our tradition and culture.
Emphasizing the need to re-establish ourselves, he urged everyone ... Read more
A Large number Indian classics, popular Indian works and literary masterpieces have been promoted into foreign languages by Sahitya Akademi: Sh . G. Kishan Reddy
Government of India has constantly taken various steps to promote/encourage the translation of Indian Literature into foreign languages through Sahitya Akademi (an autonomous body under M/o Culture). Over the years, the Akademi has promoted several Indian classics and popular Indian works into foreign languages such as The Ayodhya Canto of the Ramayana as told by Kamban from Tamil into English, Chemmeen from Malayalam into English and several Eastern European languages, Kavitavali by Tulsidas into English, Godaan by Premchand into English, Garambica Bapu by S.N. Pendse into English, Pather Panchali by Bibhuti Bhushan Bandyopadhyay into French, to name ... Read more
INDIAN ARMY UNVEILS MONUMENTAL NATIONAL FLAG AT JAISALMER
On the occasion of Army Day, on 15 January 22, the Indian Army unveiled a Monumental National Flag of size 225 feet by 150 feet at Jaisalmer Military Station.
This flag is a befitting tribute to the Indian heritage, as it is made of hundred percent Khadi material. The hoisting of flag also commemorates the 75th year of India’s Independence being celebrated as Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.
In an event organised under strict protocols, GOC of the Battle Axe Division unveiled the National Flag amidst select dignitaries who were amongst those present.
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PM greets Indian diaspora on Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted everyone, especially the Indian diaspora on Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
“Greetings to everyone, especially the Indian diaspora on Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas. Our diaspora has distinguished itself all over the world and has excelled in different spheres. At the same time, they have remained connected to their roots. We are proud of their accomplishments.”
Greetings to everyone, especially the Indian diaspora on Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas. Our diaspora has distinguished itself all over the world and has excelled in ... Read more