Ministry of Culture

July 11, 2025 11:04 AM

India to host first global conference on manuscript heritage in September

In a major initiative to preserve and promote India’s vast manuscript wealth, the Ministry of Culture on Thursday announced the country’s first-ever global conference dedicated to manuscript heritage. Titled ‘Reclaiming India’s Knowledge Legacy Through Manuscript Heritage’, the three-day international conference will be held from 11 to 13 September at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The announcement was made on the occasion of Guru Purnima, underlining India’s commitment to the guru–�...

June 20, 2025 12:33 PM

100 tourist destinations, 50 cultural sites to mark Yoga Day

The Ministry of Culture will celebrate the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) on June 21 by hosting yoga sessions at 100 iconic tourist destinations and 50 cultural sites across the country. The initiative is part of a broader effort to blend India’s rich cultural heritage with its ancient wellness traditions. These events will run in parallel with the main national celebration, which will take place in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the obse...

April 29, 2025 11:44 AM

National Archives of India acquires private papers of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

The National Archives of India (NAI) has significantly enriched its repository of historical records with the acquisition of the private papers of former President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. The collection, donated by members of Dr. Kalam’s family, offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the life and legacy of one of India’s most revered statesmen and scientists. According to the Ministry of Culture, the collection includes original correspondences, Dr. Kalam’s passport, Aadhaar card, PAN ca...

April 22, 2025 4:16 PM

38th meeting of Central Advisory Board of Archaeology to be held in New Delhi

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) will convene the 38th meeting of the Central Advisory Board of Archaeology (CABA) on Wednesday at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The event is being organized under the aegis of the Ministry of Culture. Established in 1945 by the Government of India, the Central Advisory Board of Archaeology serves as a crucial platform to foster collaboration between the ASI, Indian universities, academic institutions, and State Governments for promoting archaeological rese...

April 22, 2025 1:13 PM

International Conclave showcases Buddhist heritage of Arunachal Pradesh, advocates for Tourism Circuit

The rich Buddhist heritage and cultural tapestry of Arunachal Pradesh came into sharp focus during a two-day International Conclave on “Buddha Dhamma and the Culture of North-East India,” organized by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture. Held in Namsai, a district known for its deep-rooted Buddhist traditions, the event brought together scholars, spiritual leaders, and policymakers from India and abroad to discuss the enduring influen...

April 4, 2025 2:36 PM

Government unveils five-pillar strategy to make culture a catalyst for Viksit Bharat

In a move to embed India’s rich heritage into its development trajectory and elevate the cultural sector as a key driver of the Viksit Bharat (Developed India) vision, the government has introduced a five-pillar strategy. In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat detailed the Ministry of Culture’s roadmap to transform India into a globally respected cultural powerhouse. The five strategic pillars aim to integrate the country’s ...

March 18, 2025 11:17 AM

India’s cultural heritage goes digital: NMMA leads comprehensive preservation efforts

Launched in 2007, the National Mission on Monuments and Antiquities (NMMA) aims to systematically document and digitize India’s vast built heritage, sites, and antiquities. Despite being one of the richest nations in cultural heritage, India has faced challenges in research and conservation due to scattered and undocumented records. NMMA addresses these issues by creating a unified national database through standardized documentation and training programs. Since its inception, NMMA has made n...

February 19, 2025 11:30 AM

ASI begins underwater exploration to uncover submerged heritage off Dwarka coast

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has launched a new phase of underwater exploration off the coast of Dwarka, Gujarat, as part of its efforts to uncover and preserve India’s submerged cultural heritage, the Ministry of Culture said on Tuesday. A team of five archaeologists, led by Prof. Alok Tripathi, Additional Director-General (Archaeology), has begun investigations near the Gomati Creek. The team includes H.K. Nayak, Director (Excavations and Explorations), Dr. Aparajita Sharma, Ass...

January 29, 2025 4:52 PM

Exhibition “Journey of the Mahatma: Through His Own Documents” to be inaugurated on Martyrs’ Day

In commemoration of Martyrs' Day, the National Archives of India (NAI) and the National Gandhi Museum (NGM), in collaboration with the National Film Archives of India and Prasar Bharati Archives, will inaugurate a special exhibition titled “Journey of the Mahatma: Through His Own Documents”. The event will take place on January 30 at 3:00 PM in the Exhibition Hall of the National Gandhi Museum, Rajghat, New Delhi. The exhibition will be inaugurated by Tara Gandhi Bhattacharjee, the granddau...

January 1, 2025 1:12 PM

Year-End Review 2024: Key achievements by the Ministry of Culture

In 2024, the Ministry of Culture made significant strides in preserving and promoting India's rich heritage. Hosting the prestigious 46th World Heritage Committee session, inscribing new sites, and launching initiatives like Project PARI marked a vibrant year for Indian culture. Among the year’s highlights were major cultural collaborations, including a landmark agreement with the USA to combat antiquities trafficking, the development of the world’s largest museum in New Delhi, and the...