Art & Culture Current Affairs for UPSC

Art Forms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

‘Told Sotheby’s that Buddha’s relics cannot be treated as objects for sale’, Pg10

India halts Sotheby's auction of Buddha's relics, asserting cultural heritage rights and diplomatic pressure, leading to postponement and repatriation efforts.

Art Forms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

13 Dec, 2025

‘Told Sotheby’s that Buddha’s relics cannot be treated as objects for sale’, Pg10

India halts Sotheby's auction of Buddha's relics, asserting cultural heritage rights and diplomatic pressure, leading to postponement and repatriation efforts.

13 Dec, 2025

Art Forms

Deepavali enters intangible heritage list, Pg12

UNESCO recognizes Deepavali as Intangible Cultural Heritage, celebrating India's festival of lights and its global cultural significance.

Art Forms

11 Dec, 2025

Deepavali enters intangible heritage list, Pg12

UNESCO recognizes Deepavali as Intangible Cultural Heritage, celebrating India's festival of lights and its global cultural significance.

11 Dec, 2025

Architecture Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Truce in tatters, Pg6

Thai-Cambodia border dispute escalates after truce collapses, raising concerns over regional stability and ASEAN's role in de-escalation.

Architecture Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

11 Dec, 2025

Truce in tatters, Pg6

Thai-Cambodia border dispute escalates after truce collapses, raising concerns over regional stability and ASEAN's role in de-escalation.

11 Dec, 2025

Art Forms Indian Diaspora Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Deepavali now on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, Pg13

UNESCO adds Deepavali to its Intangible Cultural Heritage list, boosting India's cultural presence globally and recognizing the festival's universal appeal.

Art Forms Indian Diaspora Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

11 Dec, 2025

Deepavali now on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, Pg13

UNESCO adds Deepavali to its Intangible Cultural Heritage list, boosting India's cultural presence globally and recognizing the festival's universal appeal.

11 Dec, 2025

Art Forms India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

A new step in the dragon-elephant tango, Pg9

China proposes enhanced cooperation with India through trade, industry, and cultural exchange under its 15th Five-Year Plan.

Art Forms India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

9 Dec, 2025

A new step in the dragon-elephant tango, Pg9

China proposes enhanced cooperation with India through trade, industry, and cultural exchange under its 15th Five-Year Plan.

9 Dec, 2025

Art Forms Architecture

INAUGURAL CEREMONY of a key UNESCO meeting - during which Diwali is set to be proposed for inclusion in its Intangible Cultural Heritage List, Pg1

UNESCO meeting at Red Fort to propose Diwali's inclusion in Intangible Cultural Heritage List from December 8-13.

Art Forms Architecture

7 Dec, 2025

INAUGURAL CEREMONY of a key UNESCO meeting - during which Diwali is set to be proposed for inclusion in its Intangible Cultural Heritage List, Pg1

UNESCO meeting at Red Fort to propose Diwali's inclusion in Intangible Cultural Heritage List from December 8-13.

7 Dec, 2025

Architecture Modern History Significant Events, Personalities and Issues Education Sector

‘Ghaznavid invasions’ get bigger section in new class 7 NCERT textbook, Pg5

NCERT Class 7 textbook revision highlights Mahmud of Ghazni's invasions, temple destruction, and Islamic expansion motives with new details.

Architecture Modern History Significant Events, Personalities and Issues Education Sector

7 Dec, 2025

‘Ghaznavid invasions’ get bigger section in new class 7 NCERT textbook, Pg5

NCERT Class 7 textbook revision highlights Mahmud of Ghazni's invasions, temple destruction, and Islamic expansion motives with new details.

7 Dec, 2025

Art Forms Union State Relations and Federal Structure Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Hornbill fest starts as Nagaland opposes travel curbs, Pg9

Nagaland government opposes Protected Area Permit regime, advocating for tourism boost during Hornbill Festival, urging complete withdrawal of PAP.

Art Forms Union State Relations and Federal Structure Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

2 Dec, 2025

Hornbill fest starts as Nagaland opposes travel curbs, Pg9

Nagaland government opposes Protected Area Permit regime, advocating for tourism boost during Hornbill Festival, urging complete withdrawal of PAP.

2 Dec, 2025

Literature Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Constitution evolving to ‘swadeshi’, says Presidential Reference Bench, Pg11

Presidential Reference Bench emphasizes Constitution's evolving 'swadeshi' character, shedding colonial influences through interpretation and practice, advocating for unique Indian jurisprudence.

Literature Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

30 Nov, 2025

Constitution evolving to ‘swadeshi’, says Presidential Reference Bench, Pg11

Presidential Reference Bench emphasizes Constitution's evolving 'swadeshi' character, shedding colonial influences through interpretation and practice, advocating for unique Indian jurisprudence.

30 Nov, 2025

Literature Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

Tamil Sangamam's 4th edition focuses on 'learning Tamil' amid three-language row, Pg6

Kashi Tamil Sangamam's fourth edition promotes Tamil learning amid NEP's three-language row, fostering cultural exchange between Tamil Nadu and Varanasi.

Literature Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

30 Nov, 2025

Tamil Sangamam's 4th edition focuses on 'learning Tamil' amid three-language row, Pg6

Kashi Tamil Sangamam's fourth edition promotes Tamil learning amid NEP's three-language row, fostering cultural exchange between Tamil Nadu and Varanasi.

30 Nov, 2025

Art Forms Health Sector Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

The future of health lies in harmony, Pg9

WHO & India collaborate for 2nd Global Traditional Medicine Summit, aiming to integrate traditional practices with modern healthcare by 2025.

Art Forms Health Sector Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

24 Nov, 2025

The future of health lies in harmony, Pg9

WHO & India collaborate for 2nd Global Traditional Medicine Summit, aiming to integrate traditional practices with modern healthcare by 2025.

24 Nov, 2025

Literature Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

Calcutta University’s initiative aims to protect endangered languages, Pg 12

The University of Calcutta has launched a week-long programme involving Lodha and Toto tribal communities to preserve their endangered languages through translation workshops, performances, and community-based research.

Literature Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

16 Nov, 2025

Calcutta University’s initiative aims to protect endangered languages, Pg 12

The University of Calcutta has launched a week-long programme involving Lodha and Toto tribal communities to preserve their endangered languages through translation workshops, performances, and community-based research.

16 Nov, 2025

Art Forms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

GI tag fee cut to ₹1,000; Minister promises backing for tribal goods, Pg14

GI tag application fee slashed to ₹1,000 to promote tribal artisans; export and e-commerce linkages promised.

Art Forms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

13 Nov, 2025

GI tag fee cut to ₹1,000; Minister promises backing for tribal goods, Pg14

GI tag application fee slashed to ₹1,000 to promote tribal artisans; export and e-commerce linkages promised.

13 Nov, 2025

Architecture India and its Neighbourhood Relations Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

In Bhutan, PM unveils hydel project: Energy pillar of ties, Pg14.

PM Modi's Bhutan visit strengthens ties with inauguration of Punatsangchhu-II hydel project and commitment of Rs 4,000 crore LoC.

Architecture India and its Neighbourhood Relations Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

12 Nov, 2025

In Bhutan, PM unveils hydel project: Energy pillar of ties, Pg14.

PM Modi's Bhutan visit strengthens ties with inauguration of Punatsangchhu-II hydel project and commitment of Rs 4,000 crore LoC.

12 Nov, 2025

Art Forms India and its Neighbourhood Relations Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Modi begins 2-day Bhutan visit today; will inaugurate hydro project, Pg12.

PM Modi's Bhutan visit strengthens ties, inaugurates 1020-MW Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project, and explores fintech, space tech cooperation.

Art Forms India and its Neighbourhood Relations Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

11 Nov, 2025

Modi begins 2-day Bhutan visit today; will inaugurate hydro project, Pg12.

PM Modi's Bhutan visit strengthens ties, inaugurates 1020-MW Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project, and explores fintech, space tech cooperation.

11 Nov, 2025

Art Forms India and its Neighbourhood Relations

India-Bhutan story offers lessons for managing asymmetric relationships, Pg10.

Modi's Bhutan visit highlights successful India-Bhutan relations, offering lessons in managing asymmetric relationships and regional diplomacy amidst China's rise.

Art Forms India and its Neighbourhood Relations

11 Nov, 2025

India-Bhutan story offers lessons for managing asymmetric relationships, Pg10.

Modi's Bhutan visit highlights successful India-Bhutan relations, offering lessons in managing asymmetric relationships and regional diplomacy amidst China's rise.

11 Nov, 2025

Art Forms Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Energy cooperation foundation of India-Angola trade ties, says President, Pg5.

President Murmu's Angola visit strengthens energy ties, diversifies trade, and marks 40 years of diplomatic relations between India and Angola.

Art Forms Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

10 Nov, 2025

Energy cooperation foundation of India-Angola trade ties, says President, Pg5.

President Murmu's Angola visit strengthens energy ties, diversifies trade, and marks 40 years of diplomatic relations between India and Angola.

10 Nov, 2025

Literature The Freedom Struggle

Vande Mataram: The national song with a tragic journey, Pg11.

The article discusses the historical evolution of ‘Vande Mataram’ over 150 years—from being a symbol of anti-colonial resistance to becoming the subject of communal contestation, illustrating how political dynamics shaped its public perception.

Literature The Freedom Struggle

8 Nov, 2025

Vande Mataram: The national song with a tragic journey, Pg11.

The article discusses the historical evolution of ‘Vande Mataram’ over 150 years—from being a symbol of anti-colonial resistance to becoming the subject of communal contestation, illustrating how political dynamics shaped its public perception.

8 Nov, 2025

Literature Education Sector

New NCERT Class 7 book traces algebra & more to ancient India, Pg13.

NCERT's new Class 7 textbook highlights ancient India's contributions to mathematics, aiming to correct skewed colonial perspectives and instill pride.

Literature Education Sector

7 Nov, 2025

New NCERT Class 7 book traces algebra & more to ancient India, Pg13.

NCERT's new Class 7 textbook highlights ancient India's contributions to mathematics, aiming to correct skewed colonial perspectives and instill pride.

7 Nov, 2025

Art Forms Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora

UAE to have India House, set to declare yoga a competitive sport, Pg7.

India and UAE deepen cultural ties with 'India House' initiative and yoga as competitive sport recognition.

Art Forms Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora

4 Nov, 2025

UAE to have India House, set to declare yoga a competitive sport, Pg7.

India and UAE deepen cultural ties with 'India House' initiative and yoga as competitive sport recognition.

4 Nov, 2025

Art & Culture

‘Told Sotheby’s that Buddha’s relics cannot be treated as objects for sale’, Pg10

‘Told Sotheby’s that Buddha’s relics cannot be treated as objects for sale’, Pg10

Deepavali enters intangible heritage list, Pg12

Deepavali enters intangible heritage list, Pg12

​Truce in tatters, Pg6

​Truce in tatters, Pg6

Deepavali now on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, Pg13

Deepavali now on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, Pg13

A new step in the dragon-elephant tango, Pg9

A new step in the dragon-elephant tango, Pg9

INAUGURAL CEREMONY of a key UNESCO meeting - during which Diwali is set to be proposed for inclusion in its Intangible Cultural Heritage List, Pg1

INAUGURAL CEREMONY of a key UNESCO meeting - during which Diwali is set to be proposed for inclusion in its Intangible Cultural Heritage List, Pg1

‘Ghaznavid invasions’ get bigger section in new class 7 NCERT textbook, Pg5

‘Ghaznavid invasions’ get bigger section in new class 7 NCERT textbook, Pg5

Hornbill fest starts as Nagaland opposes travel curbs, Pg9

Hornbill fest starts as Nagaland opposes travel curbs, Pg9

Constitution evolving to ‘swadeshi’, says Presidential Reference Bench, Pg11

Constitution evolving to ‘swadeshi’, says Presidential Reference Bench, Pg11

Tamil Sangamam's 4th edition focuses on 'learning Tamil' amid three-language row, Pg6

Tamil Sangamam's 4th edition focuses on 'learning Tamil' amid three-language row, Pg6

The future of health lies in harmony, Pg9

The future of health lies in harmony, Pg9

Calcutta University’s initiative aims to protect endangered languages, Pg 12

Calcutta University’s initiative aims to protect endangered languages, Pg 12

GI tag fee cut to ₹1,000; Minister promises backing for tribal goods, Pg14

GI tag fee cut to ₹1,000; Minister promises backing for tribal goods, Pg14

In Bhutan, PM unveils hydel project: Energy pillar of ties, Pg14.

In Bhutan, PM unveils hydel project: Energy pillar of ties, Pg14.

Modi begins 2-day Bhutan visit today; will inaugurate hydro project, Pg12.

Modi begins 2-day Bhutan visit today; will inaugurate hydro project, Pg12.

India-Bhutan story offers lessons for managing asymmetric relationships, Pg10.

India-Bhutan story offers lessons for managing asymmetric relationships, Pg10.

Energy cooperation foundation of India-Angola trade ties, says President, Pg5.

Energy cooperation foundation of India-Angola trade ties, says President, Pg5.

Vande Mataram: The national song with a tragic journey, Pg11.

Vande Mataram: The national song with a tragic journey, Pg11.

New NCERT Class 7 book traces algebra & more to ancient India, Pg13.

New NCERT Class 7 book traces algebra & more to ancient India, Pg13.

UAE to have India House, set to declare yoga a competitive sport, Pg7.

UAE to have India House, set to declare yoga a competitive sport, Pg7.

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