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Warm greetings on the auspicious occasions of Chaitra Sukladi, Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, Cheti Chand, Navreh and Sajibu Cheiraoba. May the New Year bring peace, prosperity, and happiness to all.

Best wishes on Gudi Padwa!

Have a wonderful Ugadi!

Best wishes on Cheti Chand! Praying for a very good year.

Navreh Poshte! Have a great year ahead.

Sajibu Cheiraoba greetings. Wishing everyone a wonderful year.

DG, ICCR, Mrs. K. Nandini Singla met H.E. Mrs. Siti Arnyfariza binti Mohd Jaini, High Commissioner of Brunei Darussalam, at ICCR HQs’ in New Delhi. They exchanged views on cultural cooperation and discussed specific proposals to further deepen cultural ties between India and Brunei.

Ms. Manisha Swami, DDG, ICCR, delivered a lecture on ICCR’s role in building cultural bridges across the Global South during the Special Course for Diplomats from Cambodia and Timor Leste at Sushma Swaraj Foreign Service Institute, under the Ministry of External Affairs, India. The session highlighted ICCR’s initiatives in strengthening cultural ties and fostering mutual understanding among nations of the Global South. The programme also featured a lecture-cum-demonstration of Chhau Dance, offering diplomats an engaging glimpse into India’s rich classical dance tradition.

Ms. Manisha Swami, DDG, ICCR, represented the Indian Council for Cultural Relations as one of the panelists in the discussion titled “Cultural Institutions Fostering Leadership: Shaping Inclusive Futures.” at OP Jindal University @JindalGlobalUNI The distinguished panel featured the Ambassador of Norway and Directors from the Italian Cultural Centre and the Spanish Cultural Centre. During the discussion, Ms. Swami spoke about the importance of gender inclusiveness in cultural institutions and the vital role these institutions play in promoting equitable leadership, representation, and inclusive cultural dialogue.

Free Entry! "Ecuador: The Origin of Cacao," an exhibition celebrating the rich culture, heritage, and identity behind the world’s finest cacao. The exhibition will remain open to the public from 11 to 25 March 2026 at the ICCR Exhibition Hall, Azad Bhavan. Venue: Azad Bhawan Art Gallery, IP Estate, New Delhi FREE ENTRY

A Global Celebration of Cacao: Food of the Gods An art exhibition, “Ecuador: The Origin of Cacao – Culture, Heritage and Identity,” was inaugurated on 11 March 2026 at the Exhibition Hall of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations by K. Nandini Singla, Director General, ICCR, along with Fernando Bucheli, Ambassador of Ecuador to India, in the presence of a distinguished delegation of Ambassadors and representatives from Madagascar, Colombia, Austria, Chile, Uzbekistan, Palestine, Lithuania, Guatemala, Saudi Arabia, Burundi, Bangladesh, Venezuela, Peru, El Salvador, Brazil, Bolivia, Dominican Republic, Trinidad and Tobago, Jamaica, Gambia, and Norway, as well as representatives from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). Organised in collaboration with the Embassy of Ecuador in India, the exhibition celebrates Ecuador’s rich cacao heritage and showcases the culture, traditions, and identity rooted in one of the world’s finest cacao-producing regions. The exhibition will remain open to the public from 11 to 25 March 2026 at the ICCR Exhibition Hall, Azad Bhavan.

Save the Date! Join the ICCR and the Embassy of Ecuador for the inauguration of "Ecuador: The Origin of Cacao," an exhibition celebrating the rich culture, heritage, and identity behind the world’s finest cacao. Quick Details: Inauguration: 11 March 2026 | 3:00 PM Onwards Venue: Azad Bhawan Art Gallery, IP Estate, New Delhi Exhibition Dates: 11 - 25 March 2026 FREE ENTRY @EmbajadaEcIndia

On the eve of International Women’s Day, ICCR collaborated with the Indian School of Business @ISBedu for a special interaction titled “Meet with LeadHer.” The session featured Mrs. K. Nandini Singla, DG, ICCR, accompanied by Ms Manisha Swami, DDG, ICCR, engaging with a dynamic group of women leaders and alumni from ISB. From leadership journeys to global perspectives, the discussion reflected how women leaders continue to shape institutions, communities, and the future. #InternationalWomensDay #WomenLeadership #LeadHer

Gauri Vaidya shares that she is inspired by Yashoda Devi, pioneering 20th-century Indian Ayurvedic practitioner from North India who specialized in women’s health and sexual and reproductive medicine. On International Women’s Day, ICCR asked foreign students studying in India a simple question: “Which women inspire you after experiencing life in India?” 🌺 Listen to her story and discover how India’s inspiring women continue to influence minds across the world. #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInspiringWomen @narendramodi @PMOIndia @DrSJaishankar @MEAIndia @PmargheritaBJP @KVSinghMPGonda

Sabi from Ghana shares that she is inspired by Sushma Swaraj, a distinguished lawyer and former External Affairs Minister whose remarkable journey reflects dedication, leadership, and a lifelong commitment to public service. On International Women’s Day, ICCR asked foreign students studying in India a simple question: “Which women inspire you after experiencing life in India?” 🌺 Listen to her story and discover how India’s inspiring women continue to influence minds across the world. #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInspiringWomen

Sabi from Ghana shares that she is inspired by Sushma Swaraj, a distinguished lawyer and former External Affairs Minister whose remarkable journey reflects dedication, leadership, and a lifelong commitment to public service. On International Women’s Day, ICCR asked foreign students studying in India a simple question: “Which women inspire you after experiencing life in India?” 🌺 Listen to her story and discover how India’s inspiring women continue to influence minds across the world. #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInspiringWomen

On International Women’s Day, ICCR asked foreign students studying in India a simple question: “Which women inspire you after experiencing life in India?” 🌺 Chetek Neli from Kenya shares that she is inspired by President Droupadi Murmu, whose journey reflects resilience, leadership, and the power of determination. Listen to her story and discover how India’s inspiring women continue to influence minds across the world. @cgisaopaulo @indiainbrazil #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInspiringWomen