3-day music festival kicks off in Shimla

Shimla: The Shimla Music Festival kicked off at Gaiety Theatre here on Tuesday. It was inaugurated by deputy CM Mukesh Agnihotri. Sarod player Arnab Chakrabarty, kathak exponent Manjari Chaturvedi and classical singer Meeta Pandit, among other artists, are participating in the 3-day event. The deputy CM felicitated Padma Sri Som Dutt Battu on the occasion. Battu is a singer of Patiala gharana from Shimla.tnn

Sixth edition of Kabir Festival kicks off

The sixth Kabir Festival began at UP Sangeet Natak Akademi with a musical dance drama titled 'Haman Hai Ishq Mastana,' performed by 15 talented artistes. Organiser Deepak Kabir highlighted the festival's aim of promoting Kabir's inclusive ideology. Filmmakers Avi Kabir and Sujit Singh Banti were honoured, and the festival's poster and teaser were launched, with notable guests in attendance.

'Catch the Rain' campaign kicks off in Surat

The 'Catch the Rain' campaign was launched in Surat to promote water conservation through public participation. Chief Ministers from Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Bihar discussed expanding efforts under the Karmabhoomi to Janmabhoomi initiative, encouraging local traders and industrialists to contribute. The event highlighted collective actions like bore recharge and rainwater harvesting, with a target of 2,00,000 structures.

Four-day Jamboree kicks off with aim to showcase Jashpurs culture & mores

The four-day Jashpur Jamboree commenced on Oct 17 to highlight Jashpur district's culture and tourism. Activities include traditional dances, yoga sessions, art installations, local theatre, and photography exhibitions. Organized by district officials to attract visitors, the event features a mix of cultural and adventure experiences, concluding with a family fun day and closing ceremony on Oct 20.