Current Affairs - Art and Culture

The foundation stone for India's Digital National Museum of Epigraphy was laid by Union Culture Minister G. Kishan Reddy at the Salar Jung Museum in Hyderabad. This museum initiative aims to preserve and showcase ancient writings for future generations.

The nomination "Maratha Military Landscapes of India" comprises 12 parts, including forts such as Salher, Shivneri, Lohgad, Khanderi, Raigad, Rajgad, Pratapgad, Suvarnadurg, Panhala, Vijaydurg, Sindhudurg in Maharashtra, and Gingee Fort in Tamil Nadu.

The 4th National Chilika Birds Festival was inaugurated by the Chief Minister in Odisha. The festival aims to showcase Odisha as a prominent birding hub, with various activities, including a captivating photo exhibition and birding excursions to Mangalajodi – Nalabana.

The Surajkund Mela 2024, an iconic cultural event, is hosted at Surajkund Mela Ground, Faridabad. As the 37th edition, the event promises an extravagant showcase of art, culture, and heritage, attracting visitors globally. The celebrations span from February 2nd to February 18th, offering a grand spectacle of India's rich traditions.

The Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk in Delhi, symbolizing the end of Republic Day festivities, occurs on January 29, featuring captivating Indian military music and paying tribute to India's military heritage.