Bengaluru, January 27, 2025:  Samvaad, one of the largest tribal conclaves in India, by Tata Steel Foundation returns to the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival (KGAF) for its second year. It is set to bring a vibrant tapestry of tribal art and culture to the 25th edition of one of the most iconic arts festival of Mumbai, taking place from January 25 to February 2, 2025.

As part of the Samvaad X Kala Ghoda collaboration, four tribal artisans from Jharkhand and Odisha have created 25 artworks for a special installation. These artworks celebrate the 25-year legacy of the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival and represent five diverse tribal artforms: Sohrai, Paitkar, Saura, Juang, and Gond. The artists, Nandini Singh, Lakhimoni Sardar, Dinabandhu Soren and Dhirendra, are entrepreneurs at self-help groups based out of the two states. Their creations not only pay homage to the esteemed festival but also share the rich stories and traditions of tribal art and culture.

Sourav Roy, CEO, Tata Steel Foundation, said: “Samvaad’s collaboration with Kala Ghoda Arts Festival is a testament to our commitment to bringing the unique and diverse expressions of tribal art and culture to a wider audience. Building on the success of last year’s partnership, we are thrilled to continue this journey and introduce the captivating stories and rich traditions of tribal art to the urban landscape. We welcome you to be a part of this journey and witness the diverse tales of Samvaad.”

Tribal Artisans Showcase Their Crafts:

Throughout the nine days of the festival, Samvaad will host two stalls every three days, featuring the works of 12 artisans from various tribes and states across India. These stalls will offer a unique glimpse into their traditions and showcase their intricate handicrafts and artforms, emphasising the importance of natural elements and sustainable practices.

• Suluk Kumba (Santhal Tribe, West Bengal): This stall, meaning “beautiful family,” will showcase intricate Santhal handicrafts woven from date leaves and fibers, highlighting their traditional use of natural materials.
• Bamon Handicrafts (Jaintia Tribe, Meghalaya): Featuring a range of cane and bamboo products, this stall will offer handmade daily use items and decorative pieces like baskets, mats, runners, and wall hangings.
• Srujanika Co-operative Society (Gopalpur): This self-help group will present Saura art on bamboo silk, canvas, frames, clocks, and magnets.
• Pragati Udyog Mahila Samiti (Potka, Jharkhand): This women-led self-help group will showcase their creations, including woodwork, handmade cloth bags, magnets, Sohrai art frames, and other decorative items.
• Ontor (Santhal Tribe, Bengal): This stall will feature authentic Sohrai art, including cushion covers, candles, and wall décor.
• Bodo Weaves (Bodo Tribe, Assam): Offering a diverse range of woven fabrics, this stall will showcase shawls, sarees, mats, carpets, and other textile products.

Panel Discussion on the Future:

A key highlight of this year’s edition will be a panel discussion at David Sassoon Library on January 31, 2025, featuring individuals who deeply understand the earth and its challenges. Panelists, including Tsewang Nurboo (Boto Tribe, Ladakh), Mijing Nazary (Bodo Tribe, Assam), and Kiran Khalkho (Oraon Tribe, Jharkhand), will share their insights and perspectives, moderated by Sourav Roy, CEO of Tata Steel Foundation.

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IMD के मुताबिक वेस्टर्न डिस्टरबेंस के चलते उत्तर भारत में साइक्लोनिक सर्कुलेशन बना हुआ है. इसके चलते अगले दो दिनों तक यहां बारिश का दौर जारी रहेगा. साथ ही इन इलाकों में इसके प्रभाव से धूल भरी आंधी भी चल सकती है. जम्मू और कश्मीर, हिमाचल प्रदेश, उत्तराखंड, पंजाब, हरियाणा, उत्तर प्रदेश में छिटपुट बारिश हो सकती है. इसके अलवा यहां 30-40 किलोमीट प्रतिघंटे की रफ्तार से तेज़ हवाएं भी चल सकती हैं.

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Going by the latest report of Box Office India, ‘KGF Chapter 2’ which happens to be the sequel of ‘KGF Chapter 1’ has hit the $9 million mark and collected a worldwide figure of 560 crores. Despite the fact, it is being said that achieving the $10 million mark will be difficult considering the fact that its run is towards the finish line in many markets. However, KGF 2 will be able to close at 580-590 crores and will be able to secure its place in the top five Hindi worldwide grosses ever.

BoxOfficeIndia reported, “The film has grossed a huge A$2.6m in Australia making it the third biggest Hindi film ever thereafter Padmaavat and Dangal. The North American market is at $3.30 million while Gulf is also fantastic at $2.1m. United Kingdom has also done well as it crosses £500k.”

KGF: Chapter 2 also created another benchmark when it became the first Kannada film to be screened in South Korea. Not only this but Yash starrer is the first Indian film to be screened in the country after the COVID-19 pandemic.

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According to the Box Office India report, “Despite the falling collections the film is on course to become the sixth highest grossing Hollywood film of all time in India after Avengers Endgame, Avengers Infinity War, Spiderman – No Way Home, The Jungle Book and The Lion King. All These films went over the 150 crore net mark while Dr Strange – In The Multiverse Of Madness may have to settle to for around 125 crore net depending on where the second Friday collections fall.”

“This 125 crore net will be a fantastic number as Dr Strange is not really an established superhero in India as the first film clocked up just 25 crore net in 2016,” it added further.

Sam Raimi’s directorial Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness picks up as the eponymous neurosurgeon-turned-Avenger, played by Cumberbatch, casts a dangerous spell that forces him to travel into the multiverse to face a mysterious new adversary and alternate versions of himself.

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The couple got married in a traditional Hindu Marriage Ceremony on Friday, four days after they reportedly registered their marriage.

The “Haseen Dilruba” star took to Instagram and posted pictures of them from the ceremony. Massey wore a white sherwani and pastel pagdi while Thakur donned a red striped lehenga.

“Saat saalo ka ye safar ab saat janmo mein badal gaya (The journey of seven years has now turned to a journey of seven lifetimes). Thank you so much for being a part of our journey. Sheetal and Vikrant,” the caption read.

Celebrities are congratulating the newlywed couple with love and blessings. Kriti Kharbanda wrote, “Aap dono ko bahut bahut mubarak!” Taapsee Pannu commented, “Finally! So so happy for both of you!” Mouni Roy wrote, “Congratulations you guys.” “Congratulationssss,” reads Sonakshi Sinha’s comment. Gauahar Khan’s comment reads, “Awwwwwww the cutest two who were meant to be! God bless you two! congratulations.

Massey, 37 and Thakur, 29, who began dating in 2015, have worked together in the Ekta Kapoor-backed series “Broken But Beautiful” (2018).

Massey tied the knot taking time off from his professional commitments as he was promoting his upcoming film “Love Hostel”, scheduled to release on February 25.

As an actor, Thakur is also known for her work in films like “Chhappad Phaad Ke” and “Shukranu”.

meanwhile

Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar get married

Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar, who have been dating each other for a while, are officially man and wife now. The much in love couple tied the knot at a private ceremony in Khandala which was attended by celebs like Hrithik Roshan, Rhea Chakraborty, Ashutosh Gowariker, Farah Khan, etc. While Farhan wore a black suit for his big day, Shibani looked stunning in her red coloured mermaid fit gown

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Under the aegis of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, on the occasion of International Mother Language Day, Ministry of Culture, Government of India is organizing a two-day event for 21^st – 22^nd February 2022 at Indira Gandhi National Center of Arts, New Delhi.

International Mother Language Day is observed worldwide on 21^st February every year to promote awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity and to promote multilingualism. The Day is part of a broader initiative to promote the preservation and protection of all languages used by people of the world. The idea to celebrate International Mother Language Day first came from Bangladesh. The general conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) decided to celebrate February 21 as International Mother Language Day in 2000. Every year a unique theme is chosen by UNESCO to celebrate this special day. The theme of 2022 is: “Using technology for multilingual learning: Challenges and opportunities”, it focuses on potential role of technology to advance multilingual education and support the development of quality teaching and learning for all.

To mark the day, Ministry of Culture is organising two-day programme in collaboration with Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts IGNCA and UNESCO New Delhi Cluster Office in physical and virtual format.

The key note address at the event will be delivered by Culture Secretary, Shri Govind Mohan, followed by the address of Mr. Eric Falt, Director, UNESCO Cluster Office, New Delhi and renowned lyricist and poet Prasoon Joshi. With a line-up of exemplary speakers from India and abroad, the event will also witness Poetry recitation in mother tongue, Group Song & Dance in different languages, webinar on ‘Using Technology for Multilingual Learning: Challenges and Opportunities’, launch of book ‘Tribal and Indigenous Languages of India’ written by Prof. Ramesh C Gaur, Dean IGNCA.

Later in the evening, the event ‘Ekam Bharatam’ will witness distinguish presence of Minister of State for Culture & External Affairs Smt. Meenakshi Lekhi to formally release the ‘Vande Bharatam’ soundtrack. The song which has been co-created by Grammy Award winner Ricky Kej along with tabla maestro Bikram Ghosh  was a part of the dance presentations by Ministry of Culture on Republic Day event 2022. The event will also witness music virtuosos perform together live.

Furthermore, there will be an interaction session among the group of writers, thinkers, humanitarians, politicians, journalists and experts on one stage. The unmatched celebration will be followed by cultural performances.

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2021 में शनि का कोई राशि परिवर्तन नहीं है. इस वर्ष शनि देव सिर्फ नक्षत्र परिवर्तन कर रहे हैं. वर्तमान समय में शनि श्रवण नक्षत्र में गोचर कर रहे हैं. शनि का राशि परिवर्तन पंचांग के अनुसार अगले वर्ष यानि 2022 में होने जा रहा है.

शनि वक्री 2021
मकर राशि में वर्तमान समय में शनि वक्री हैं. बीते 23 मइ्र 2021 को शनि मार्गी से शनि वक्री हुए थे. एक बार फिर शनि मार्गी होने जा रहे हैं. पंचांग के अनुसार 11 अक्टूबर 2021 को शनि मकर राशि में ही वक्री होने जा रहे हैं.

शनि की साढ़ेसाती
धनु, मकर और कुंभ राशि पर शनि की साढ़ेसाती चल रही है. ज्योतिष शास्त्र के अनुसार शनि ग्रह जब जन्म राशि से पहले, दूसरे और 12वें भाव में हो तो शनि की साढ़ेसाती की स्थिति बनती है. शनि की तीन चरण बताए गए हैं. वर्तमान समय में धनु राशि पर शनि की साढ़ेसाती का तीसरा चरण चल रहा है, जबकि मकर राशि पर मध्य और कुंभ राशि पर पहला चरण चल रहा है. मान्यता है कि शनि की साढ़ेसाती का दूसरा चरण अधिक चुनौती और परेशानी प्रदान करता है. साढ़ेसाती के तीसरे चरण में शनि देव शुभ कार्यों का फल भी प्रदान करते हैं.

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In recognition of her quintessential contribution to the world of cinema, the 52nd edition of the International Film Festival of India, Goa has conferred the two-time Member of Parliament and veteran actor, dancer, producer and director of Hindi cinema, with the Indian Personality of the Year Award, at the opening ceremony today, November 20, 2021.

For her exceptional contribution to Hindi cinema, Hema Malini is regarded as one of the most successful actors of the Indian film industry.

Receiving the award, the Dream Girl, said, “I am happy to receive the Indian Film Personality of the Year Award 2021.” Referring to the 75 Creative Minds of Tomorrow competition, she said that IFFI is doing a great job as the competition will give recognition to young and talented film makers of the country through such a platform.

Complimenting the actor, Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Shri Anurag Singh Thakur said the actor has enthralled generations of film lovers. “Everyone has seen Hema Malini on screen, but the way she plays the role of a Member of Parliament and the way she brings forth to Parliament the issues of her Constituency Mathura, everyone should learn from that.”

Hema Malini was born in Tamil Nadu and she made her acting debut in 1963 with the Tamil film Idhu Sathiyam. She entered the Hindi cinema with a bang as the lead actress of Sapno Ka Saudagar in 1968. After that, there was no looking back and she acted in over 150 films like Sholay, Seeta Aur Geeta, Satte pe Satta and Baghban, among many others.

A doyen of Hindi Cinema, Hema Malini was honoured with the Padma Shri by the Government of India in 2000. She has also served as the Chairperson of the National Film Development Corporation.

Ms. Malini, also a trained Bharatnatyam dancer, received the Sopori Academy of Music & Performing Arts (SaMaPa) Vitasta award in 2006 for her service to Indian dance. In the 2014 General Election to Lok Sabha, Ms. Malini was elected as the Member of Lok Sabha from Mathura constituency.

Renowned lyricist and Chairperson of Central Board of Film Corporation Shri Prasoon Joshi, the other recipient of the Indian Film Personality of the Year Award this year, was also present at the opening ceremony. Shri Joshi will receive the award on the closing day of the festival.

Apart from being a lyricist, Shri Prasoon Joshi is also a poet, writer, screenwriter, communication specialist and marketer. He is currently the Chairperson, CBFC and Chairman, Asia and CEO of McCann World Group India. Mr. Joshi has received the National Film Award twice for Best Lyrics. In the year 2015, the Government of India awarded him Padma Shri for his contributions towards the field of Arts, Literature and Advertising.  This year in IFFI, he has served as a member of the Grand Jury for the ‘75 Creative Minds of Tomorrow’ competition.

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In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;

“On the special occasion of the Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, I recall his pious thoughts and noble ideals. His vision of a just, compassionate and inclusive society inspires us. Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s emphasis on serving others is also very motivating.”

: Guru Nanak Jayanti is one of the most auspicious festivals in Sikhism that is celebrated all over the globe. This year, it will fall on Friday, November 19. It will mark the 552nd birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the first of the ten Sikh gurus. It is one of the most important festivals in Sikhism, as it is believed that Guru Nanak Dev Ji brought enlightenment to this world. The festival is celebrated fifteen days after Diwali, on the auspicious occasion of Kartik Purnima.

Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, was born on Puranmashi of Kattak in 1469, according to the Bikrami calendar^[8] in Rai-Bhoi-di Talwandi in the present Shekhupura District of Pakistan, now Nankana Sahib.^[9] It is a Gazetted holiday in India.^[10]

According to the controversial Bhai Bala Janamsakhi, it claims Guru Nanak was born on the Full Moon (Pooranmashi) of the Indian Lunar Month Kartik.The Sikhs have been celebrating Guru Nanak’s Gurpurab around November for this reason and has it been ingrained in Sikh Traditions.

However, some scholars and organizations believe the Birthday should be celebrated on Vaisakhi, which falls on 14 April according to the originalNanakshahi Calendar passed by Sri Akal Takht in 2003. However, many people and organizations would like to keep the traditional date by celebrating on the Full Moon Day (Pooranmashi or Purnima) of the Lunar Month Kartik. The original Nanakshahi Calendar follows the tradition and celebrates it on Kartik Purnima due to demands by various Sikh Saints.

The festival

Gurdwara Nankana Sahib, Pakistan, the birthplace of Guru Nanak

The celebration is generally similar for all Sikhs; only the hymns are different. The celebrations usually commence with Prabhat Pheris. Prabhat Pheris are early morning processions that begin at the Gurudwaras and proceed around the localities singing hymns. Generally, two days before the birthday, Akhand Path (a forty-eight-hour non-stop reading of the Guru Granth Sahib, the holy book of the Sikhs) is held in the Gurdwaras.

The day prior to the birthday, a procession, referred to as Nagarkirtan, is organised. This procession is led by the Panj Pyaras (Five Beloved Ones).They head the procession carrying the Sikh flag, known as the Nishan Sahib and the Palki (Palanquin) of Guru Granth Sahib.They are followed by teams of singers singing hymns and devotees sing the chorus. There are brass bands playing different tunes and ‘Gatka’ teams display their swordsmanship through various martial arts and as mock battles using traditional weapons. The procession pours into the streets of the town. The passage is covered with banners and gates are decorated flags and flowers, for this special occasion.The leaders spreading the message of Guru Nanak.

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