ICCR

India's Premier Cultural Diplomacy body under MEA, Headquarters in New Delhi

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A beautiful blend of heritage, history, and academia! 🏛️📚 Day 2 in India for the Thai students began with tributes at Rajghat, followed by visits to the historic Red Fort & PM Sangrahalaya. Later, they held interaction with JNU’s   students. 🇮🇳🇹🇭 #ICCR #CulturalDiplomacy

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ICCR welcomes 11 Hindi students from Thailand’s Silpakorn University visiting India from 11-19 November 2026 under the Students Visitors Programme. This visit aims to deepen cultural ties, foster youth connectivity, and celebrate their dedication to learning the Hindi language.

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A wonderful start to the Thai students’ visit to New Delhi!

The day began with an interaction with school children at Mother’s International School. They explored Delhi’s rich heritage with visits to the iconic Qutub Minar and Delhi Haat. 🇮🇳🇹🇭 #CulturalExchange #HindiScholars

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

Imagine New Delhi becoming home to the world’s largest museum display area?

Think scale. Think culture.

That is the vision behind the Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum!

Today’s Cabinet decision will give impetus to transform historic North and South Block buildings into a magnificent celebration of Bharat’s civilisational journey.

From ancient knowledge systems, mathematics and astronomy to architecture, art, languages and spirituality, the museum will bring thousands of years of our heritage to life through immersive experiences and world-class galleries.

Buildings that have been centres of governance will now become a place where millions can discover, experience and celebrate the timeless richness of our civilisation.

A historic new chapter for India’s cultural heritage!

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In her remarks, Ms. Singla recalled Maulana Azad’s vision and his contribution to the nation.

Earlier in the morning, senior officials of ICCR paid solemn floral tribute at the Mazar of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad located near Jama Masjid, Delhi.

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ICCR organized an event to observe 138th Birth Anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad on today at Azad Bhavan, New Delhi. Ms. K. Nandini Singla, Director General, ICCR and officials of ICCR paid homage and offered floral tribute to Maulana Azad.

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ICCR organized an event to observe 138th Birth Anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad on today at Azad Bhavan, New Delhi. Ms. K. Nandini Singla, Director General, ICCR and officials of ICCR paid homage and offered floral tribute to Maulana Azad.

[India in Myanmar @IndiainMyanmar]

The ICCR-sponsored Yagna Performing Arts troupe presented a fantastic cultural performance at the Diwali celebrations of Myanmar businesses and Indian diaspora in Yangon y'day. The performance blended Mayurbhanj Chau and Traditional Martial Arts in a powerful combined non-masked dance form from Odisha, with traditional movements of chalis (gaits/steps) and ufalis (leaps/jumps) with martial weapon training and physical body conditioning. The Indian classical dance and yoga fusion integrated classical and traditional
techniques with contemporary choreography, movement therapy, and acro-yoga practices.

The gathering of over 100 leading businesses, including Heads and senior representatives of India-Myanmar Chamber of Commerce, Overseas Agro-Traders Association, UMFCCI and Myanmar Beans & Pulses Association, joined by Myanmar-India Friendship Association and Ambassador Abhay Thakur, deeply appreciated their unique and dynamic performances.

We look forward to the Yagna troupe's performance at the national level Deepavali celebrations on 6 November 2026 in Yangon.

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[India in Israel @indemtel]

#RediscoverIndia: Discover Vibrant Gujarat, where modernity meets heritage 🇮🇳✨

From the roar of the Asiatic lion to the glow of the White Rann under a full moon, from magnificent palaces to a rich culinary heritage — Gujarat invites you to experience India in extraordinary ways with your family.

✈️ Connectivity from Israel:
Convenient one-stop flights from Tel Aviv via Dubai or Abu Dhabi connect travellers to Ahmedabad and other gateways in Gujarat.

📍 Top Destinations:
🏜️ Rann of Kutch – Experience the breathtaking White Rann, vibrant crafts and the spectacular Rann Utsav.
🏛️ Ahmedabad – Discover India’s first UNESCO World Heritage City, historic pols, Sabarmati Ashram and vibrant cuisine.
🦁 Gir National Park – Enjoy a lion safari in its natural habitat with your children.
🛕 Dwarka – Explore one of India’s most revered pilgrimage destinations on the Arabian Sea.
🌊 Somnath – Visit the iconic Somnath Temple and experience Gujarat’s spiritual heritage.
🏰 Vadodara – Discover the grandeur of Laxmi Vilas Palace, museums and the artistic legacy of the Gaekwads.
🏺 Dholavira – Step into the remarkable archaeological remains of one of the great cities of the ancient Indus Valley Civilisation.

🎉 Must-Do Experience: Rann Utsav on 01 November 2026 – 07 March 2027: Set against the surreal landscape of the Great Rann of Kutch, Rann Utsav celebrates Gujarat’s folk music, dance, crafts, cuisine and cultural traditions. Enjoy moonlit nights, traditional arts, camel rides, local handicrafts and the unique hospitality of Kutch.

🍛 Taste of Gujarat:
Savour dhokla, Fafda-jalebi, the Gujarati Thali, Khandvi, Thepla, Khichdi-kadhi, Dal dhokli and delicious sweets — complemented by Gujarat’s distinctive street-food culture.

📅 Best Time to Visit:
October–March is ideal for exploring Gujarat, with pleasant weather for heritage, wildlife, pilgrimage and cultural experiences — and the perfect season to experience Rann Utsav.

🔗 Plan Your Journey:
🌐 Gujarat Tourism: https://t.co/qpTktkFlxH
🇮🇳 Incredible India: https://t.co/RnqZSrK6xD
🎉 Rann Utsav: https://t.co/tMGHQqLGrA
🚆 IRCTC Tourism: https://t.co/okDtiAXMV5
🎟️ IRCTC Rail Bookings: https://t.co/zTWXAcbrFm

Have you visited Gujarat before? Share your photos and memories with us! 🇮🇳❤️

#DiscoverGujarat #RannUtsav #VisitIndia #IncredibleIndia #GujaratTourism

#RediscoverIndia
גלו מחדש את הודו: בואו להכיר את גוג'ראט הססגונית, שבה המודרניות פוגשת את המורשת! 🇮🇳✨

משאגתו של האריה האסייתי ועד למראה המרהיב של מדבר המלח הלבן (White Rann) לאור הירח המלא,
מארמונות מפוארים ועד למורשת קולינרית עשירה – גוג'ראט מזמינה אתכם ואת משפחתכם לגלות את הודו בדרכים יוצאות דופן.

✈️ אפשרויות הגעה מישראל:
טיסות נוחות מתל אביב עם עצירת ביניים אחת בדובאי או באבו דאבי, המקשרות את המטיי��ים לאחמדאבאד וליעדים נוספים בגוג'ראט.

📍 יעדים מומלצים:

🏜️ ראן אוף קאץ' (Rann of Kutch) – בואו לחוות את נופי מדבר המלח הלבן עוצרי הנשימה, עבודות יד מסורתיות ססגוניות ואת פסטיבל ראן אוטסאב (Rann Utsav) המרהיב.

🏛️ אמדאבאד (Ahmedabad) – גלו את העיר הראשונה בהודו שהוכרה כאתר מורשת עולמית של אונסק"ו, את השכונות ההיסטוריות המכונות Pols,
את אשראם סברמטי (Sabarmati Ashram) ואת המטבח המקומי העשיר.

🦁 הפארק הלאומי גיר (Gir National Park) – צאו עם הילדים לספארי אריות וצפו באריות האסייתיים בסביבתם הטבעית.

🛕 דווארקה (Dwarka) – גלו את אחד מאתרי העלייה לרגל המקודשים והחשובים ביותר בהודו, השוכן לחופי ��ים הערבי.

🌊 סומנאת (Somnath) – בקרו במקדש סומנאת המפורסם והכירו את המורשת הרוחנית של גוג'ראט.

🏰 ואדודרה (Vadodara) – התרשמו מהפאר של ארמון לקשמ�� וילאס (Laxmi Vilas Palace), מהמוזיאונים ומהמורשת האמנותית של שושלת גאקווד (Gaekwad).

🏺 דהולאווירה (Dholavira) – צאו למסע בזמן בין השרידים הארכאולוגיים המרשימים של אחת הערים הגדולות של תרבות עמק האינדוס העתיקה. (1/2)

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Under the ICCR’s Academic Visitors Programme, Prof. José Carlos Duarte is traveling to India's premier archaeological sites: Kalibangan, Lothal, & Dholavira. An incredible opportunity for knowledge exchange between ASI researchers and the author of ‘A Short Grammar of the Harappa

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Prof. José Carlos Ribeiro de Calazans Duarte begins his ICCR Academic Visitors Programme tour in New Delhi with an interactive session at @NMI_NewDelhi . Stay tuned as he shares with #ICCR his 21-year research journey into Harappan iconography and ancient Indian astronomy.

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Exploring the vibrant history of Bihar! Prof. Duarte met with the Director General of the Bihar Museum and undertook an excursion tour of the Museum and witnessed the rare collection of the Museum.

#BiharMuseum #AcademicExchange #ICCR #bihar #iccrpatna

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@iccr_hq @MEAIndia @PMOIndia @DrSJaishankar @IndianDiplomacy @PIB_Patna @IPRDBihar @ddnewsBihar @DDNational attended by over 500 students and faculty members from the Departments of History, Philosophy and Sanskrit. Later, he interacted with scholars at the Patna Planet Foundation, fostering meaningful academic exchange and intellectual dialogue.

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Engaging with the vibrant academic community in Patna ! Prof. Jose Carlos Ribeiro de Calazans Duarte began the day by leading an enriching me session at the renowned A. N. College, Patna,

#ANCollegePatna #planetpatna #AcademicExchange #iccr #bihar #iccrpatna

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@iccr_hq @MEAIndia @PMOIndia @DrSJaishankar @nalanda_univ @PIB_Patna @IPRDBihar @ddnewsBihar @DDNewslive @airnews_patna A profound moment of connecting with India's ancient educational legacy!

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Walking through the corridors of ancient wisdom. Prof. Duarte visited the historic Nalanda University today, participating in an engaging presentation and interaction with researchers on campus.

#NalandaUniversity #iccr #bihar #AcademicExchange #iccrpatna

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Fostering cross-cultural exchange with the next generation! Under its Academic Visitors Programme, ICCR was thrilled to host Prof. José Carlos Ribeiro de Calazans Duarte for an interactive morning with the students of Delhi Public School, RK Puram, New Delhi.

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ICCR is delighted to welcome Prof. José Carlos Ribeiro de Calazans Duarte from Lusófona University, Portugal, under the Academic Visitors Programme. A distinguished historian & expert in the Indus Valley Civilisation. #ICCR #IndiaPortugal

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DG, ICCR, Mrs. K. Nandini Singla met H.E. Mr. Trinh Minh Manh, Ambassador of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam at ICCR HQs’ in New Delhi and discussed ways to further strengthen the vibrant cultural and people-to-people ties between India and Vietnam