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Saudi Announces Grants to Encourage Research on the Founding of the Saudi State

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture announced research grants for historians and researchers seeking to conduct research focused on the founding of the first Saudi state by Imam Muhammad bin Saud in 1727.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 1, 2022

Saudi Ministry of Culture, DGDA Sign MoU to Develop Education in Diriyah

The Saudi Ministry of Culture signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA) to enhance cooperation between the Ministry, its related bodies, and the authority. The Memorandum covers a detailed agenda encompassing the coordination, development, and implementation of projects, initiatives, and events in the cultural…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jun 13, 2022

Caracalla’s 'Jamil Buthaina' Kicks Off in Riyadh

The performances of the musical play “Jamil Buthaina” by the Caracalla Dance Theater kicked off on Friday at the Theater of Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University in Riyadh. Organized by the Saudi Ministry of Culture in cooperation with the Theater and Performing Arts Commission, the show continues for five consecutive…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jun 11, 2022

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Saudi Arabia Signs Agreement with South Korea's CJENM to Enrich Kingdom's Cultural Sector

The Saudi Ministry of Culture signed in Seoul on Thursday a framework cooperation agreement with South Korea's CJENM Ltd.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jun 10, 2022

Scientists condemn project to study ‘racial purity’ of Indian population

The plan, the report, said was to procure the latest DNA sequencing equipment to “establishing the genetic history and trace the purity of races in India”.

The Hindu · Jun 10, 2022

Explained | What is the controversy around Odisha’s Jagannath temple Heritage Corridor Project?

The Archaeological Survey of India told the Orissa High Court this month that no permission was granted to the State government for construction around temple

The Hindu · May 24, 2022

A concerted effort in re-imagining museums

While old museums are being modernised and upgraded, new ones are being established in India

The Hindu · May 17, 2022

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Nepal: PM Modi lays foundation stone of Buddhist Centre in Lumbini

The construction of the Centre will be undertaken by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), India with the financial support of Ministry of Culture, Government of India. Further details on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · May 16, 2022

Andhra Pradesh: 1,000 years of Raja Raja Narendra’s coronation to be observed

Nannaya University seeks support from Ministry of Culture for the celebrations in August

The Hindu · May 10, 2022

Culture Ministry lauds dozen performers and creators as national artists

Twelve people have been named national artists by the Ministry of Culture for the year 2021.

Bangkok Post · Apr 27, 2022

India enters Guinness records for simultaneous waving of highest number of national flags: Government

78,220 tricolors were waved at the Veer Kunwar Singh Vijayotsav programme organised at Duler Ground in Jagdishpur in the presence of Home Minister Amit Shah

The Hindu · Apr 26, 2022

Saudi Fashion Commission Signs MoU with Fawaz Alhokair and Partners to Support Designers

The Saudi Fashion Commission has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Fawaz A. Alhokair and Partners Company to bolster cooperation between the two entities to support Saudi fashion designers, reported the Saudi Press Agency. The agreement was signed at the Ministry of Culture headquarters in the presence of Burak…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 22, 2022

Join the birthday festivities on Rattanakosin Island

The Ministry of Culture invites you to visit attractions and temples on Rattanakosin Island, a historic area in Phra Nakhon district of Bangkok during "The 240th Anniversary Of The Foundation Of Rattanakosin" until Sunday.

Bangkok Post · Apr 20, 2022

Saudi Film Festival to be Organized by Saudi Cinema Association as of 2022

The committee responsible for organizing the Saudi Film Festival has decided to assign all the rights, mechanisms, and commitments of the coming editions of the festival to the Saudi Cinema Association as of the 8th edition scheduled on June 9-2, in partnership with the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 19, 2022

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Bangkok Post · Apr 18, 2022

Sticky rice dish moves up in world

A committee on local wisdom and cultural heritage under the Ministry of Culture may propose khao nieo mamuang, or mango sticky rice, as a Thai cultural heritage item with Unesco, says Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha.

Bangkok Post · Apr 13, 2022

Make merit at the National Museum Bangkok

The Department of Fine Arts under the Ministry of Culture invites people to make merit during the Thai New Year at the Buddha relics bathing ritual which takes place today from 9am to 4pm at Samran-Mukhamat Pavilion, the National Museum Bangkok.

The Hindu · Apr 1, 2022

Duty-bound to celebrate the lives of freedom fighters, says Vice-president

Venkaiah Naidu inaugurates three-day Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav in Hyderabad

The Guardian - UK · Mar 25, 2022

Putin’s bombs and missiles rain down, but he will never destroy Ukraine’s culture

As part of Russia’s ‘total war’, theatres are bombed and intellectuals are murdered. But we will fight for our heritage, says the Ukrainian novelist Andrey Kurkov

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Dynamite News · Mar 21, 2022

'Putul Utsav' to be held in 5 cities on World Puppetry Day

On the occasion of World Puppetry Day, Sangeet Natak Akademi of New Delhi, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Culture, is organising a puppet festival 'Putul Utsav' in five cities on Monday.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 18, 2022

Musical Evenings, Theatrical Performances and International Operas at Riyadh Front

Within an initiative by the Saudi Ministry of Culture, the Riyadh Front is hosting musical evenings and theatrical and opera performances, featuring a number of contemporary artists and unique creative experiences. The ministry is organizing a variety of artistic and musical events and cultural activities, from March 20-31, under the…

Bangkok Post · Mar 13, 2022

Frolicking in Korat

Postponed since 2020 due to Covid-19, Thailand Biennale had a grandiose opening last December in Pak Chong and Phimai in Nakhon Ratchasima. Held under the themes of "Butterflies Frolicking On The Mud: Engendering Sensible Capital", "Nature Reigns Supreme In The World. Art Is Having Freedom In One Self" and "Soeng…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 7, 2022

Lebanon Returns 337 Artifacts of Different Eras to Iraq

Lebanon’s Ministry of Culture handed over to Iraq on Sunday 337 ancient artifacts that had been on display in a Lebanese museum for years. The items, which included clay tablets, were returned by Minister of Culture Mohammed Murtada to Iraq’s ambassador to Lebanon during a ceremony held at the National…

The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2022

Lebanon returns 337 artifacts of different eras to Iraq

Lebanon’s Ministry of Culture has handed over to Iraq 337 ancient artifacts that had been on display in a Lebanese museum for years

Zenger · Feb 4, 2022

Acropolis Wow! Ancient Helmets Point To Early Temple Of Athena In Southern Italy

Astonishing haul of weapons, war helmets and art discovered at the 2,500-year-old site.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 3, 2022

Saudi Culture Ministry Launches Two Initiatives at LEAP22

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has launched two qualitative initiatives that support the objectives of the Digital Content Council, on the sidelines of the global tech conference “LEAP” organized by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology. The two initiatives are: "Platform for Practitioners of Culture and Digital Content and…

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