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India reflects diversity: Diplomats join 'Sadbhavna Iftar' in Delhi

New Delhi, March 28: The Indian Minorities Foundation hosted the 'Sadbhavna Iftar' in Delhi, bringing together diplomats from various nations to celebrate the values of unity, inclusivity, and cultural exchange. The event saw participation from representatives of multiple countries, who lauded India's commitment to religious diversity and global cooperation.

Goa Governor PS Sreedharan Pillai meets Central Asian Youth Delegation in Panaji

Panaji, March 24: Goa Governor P S Sreedharan Pillai met and interacted with the Central Asian Youth Delegation which is on a 3-day visit to Goa at Old Durbar Hall, Raj Bhavan on Monday. This initiative aims to promote youth collaboration, and cultural exchange and strengthen diplomatic ties between India and the Central Asian nations, the Governor's office said in a press release.

India and Thailand focus on promoting Sanskrit, Hindi among Thai students

Bangkok, Feb 21: Marking a milestone in the Indo-Thai bilateral relationship, the Indian Ambassador to Thailand and President of Silpakorn University in Bangkok renewed on Friday the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the establishment of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) Sanskrit Chair at the University.

TN delegates express enthusiasm on first day of Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0

Varanasi, Feb 15: The much-awaited Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS) 3.0 was officially inaugurated on Saturday, with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan gracing the event as chief guests. The inauguration marks a momentous occasion, as delegates from Tamil Nadu have gathered in Varanasi to celebrate the rich cultural ties between Tamil Nadu and Kashi, and to explore historic sites like Kashi Vishwanath, Prayagraj, and Ayodhya.

India and Thailand celebrate cultural ties in Bangkok

Bangkok, Feb 15: In a unique display of Indo-Thai cultural richness, the Embassy of India in Bangkok organised Khon dance and Sitar recital celebrating the cultural ties of both nations. The event was a part of SAMVAD-IV, which is held in Thailand.

'Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0' to be launched in Varanasi today

New Delhi, Feb 15: The 'Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0' will begin in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday. The event, which will run until February 25, promises to bring people from across India together to celebrate the centuries-old cultural and intellectual ties between Tamil Nadu and Kashi.

Delhi L-G inaugurates NDMC Tulip Festival-2025

New Delhi, Feb 11: The New Delhi Municipal Council Tulip Festival – 2025 was on Tuesday inaugurated by Delhi Lieutenant Governor V. K.Saxena and Ambassador of the Kingdom of Netherlands Marisa Gerards at Shanti Path, Chanakyapuri. The two also participated in a Tulip walk and visited a Tulip exhibition.

Iran-India share long-standing friendship, says Ambassador Iraj Elahi

New Delhi, February 11: Iranian Ambassador to India, Iraj Elahi, at the 46th Anniversary of the Victory of the Islamic Revolution (National Day of the Islamic Republic of Iran), stated that India and Iran share a long-standing friendship, with the Persian language serving as a key cultural link.

India-Nepal Tourism Summit 2025 discusses measures to promote tourism

Janakpur, February 4: Aiming to strengthen bilateral cooperation in tourism and allied sectors, the Consulate General of India and States Division (MEA India), along with the PHDCCI India-Nepal Centre, organised the India-Nepal Tourism Summit 2025 in Janakpur on Tuesday. The summit focused on new roadmaps to enhance collaboration, along with measures to improve government-industry interaction for tourism sector development in both countries.