#Arts

Sikkim Artists Honored with National Yuva Puraskar

Sikkim artists Dilu Tamang and Tila Rupa Sapkota received the 2024 Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar from the Sangeet Natak Akademi in New Delhi.

Aiden Bhutia • 20 Oct 2026

Meghalaya Governor Honors Riti Academy’s 35-Year Creative Legacy

Governor CH Vijayashankar celebrated Riti Academy's 35th anniversary by awarding local artists and praising the institution's role in cultural growth.

NEWire Desk • 1 Oct 2026

Sikkim Arts and Literature Festival Returns to Gangtok This October

The Sikkim Arts and Literature Festival hits Gangtok from October 28 to 30, featuring workshops, poetry, and top writers for a three-day cultural event.

Riya Lepcha • 30 Sep 2026

Arts Gathering Set for October 2 in Kohima

Glimmers hosts an arts showcase in Kohima on October 2 to highlight local talent through music, fashion, and film. Tickets are on sale at D-Café now.

Naro Jamir • 29 Sep 2026

NEZCC Opens Applications for Cultural Performers and Artisans

The North East Zone Cultural Centre is accepting applications from performers and cultural groups for new empanelment and renewals through 2026.

Naro Jamir • 3 Sep 2026

Nagaland Musicians Face Growing Pains in Developing Industry

Nagaland's music scene grows through churches and schools, but musicians face income instability and a lack of formal industry infrastructure.

Naro Jamir • 20 Aug 2026

Don Bosco Kohima Hosts Annual Science and Arts Exhibition

Don Bosco Higher Secondary School held its annual exhibition July 31. Expert Onongoto Soleho urged students to sharpen their skills for national competition.

Naro Jamir • 1 Aug 2026

Guwahati Hosts India International Dance Festival 2026

Guwahati's Kanaklal Barua Auditorium hosted the two-day India International Dance Festival, showcasing classical dance styles and emerging talent.

Bibar Daimary • 25 Jul 2026

Assam artists push to move Kamrupi beyond comedy

Creative professionals in Assam gathered to elevate Kamrupi from a comedic dialect to a respected language for serious art and literature.

Bibar Daimary • 21 Jul 2026