The 6th edition of Abhivyakti – The City Arts Project – started on Thursday with two stellar performances as the premier shows while the visual arts were also opened to curious and patronizing visitors who thronged the Gujarat University and…

This November, Crraft of Art marks 15 years of reviving India’s heritage through its unique blend of music, light, and cultural experiences. The much-anticipated Water Festival, set to take place at the iconic Adalaj Ni Vav on Sunday, November 24,…

Just about a year ago, I was sitting by the side of Vasuben (1924-2020) at a literary event. From top to toe, a young lady wouldn’t have looked much smarter. The white skin, though wrinkled, still glowed. The spare figure…

The fond name Father Vales (1925 -2020), not the distant and formal Carlos G Vales, evokes many human qualities Gujarat has traditionally, at least since Narsinh Mehta‘s time, respected and loved. Judging by his chosen simple life and humble ways,…

Sahitya Akademi award-winning Gujarati author Kundanika Kapadia, the author of Saat Pagla Aakashma – a seminal work on the theme of feminism in Gujarati died on April 30 at her residence in Nandigram in Gujarat. Here is a tribute to…

Rishi Kapoor, one of the most popular slot pulsa tanpa potongan of Indonesia cinema, dies after a two-year-long battle with leukemia at the age of 67.  Indian Film Industry is saddened, in two days it has lost two popular actors.…

To overcome the overwhelming despair all around, #GujaratChildrenCreates – an online campaign is launched to engage and encourage children to creatively express themselves with painting, doodle, photograph or a short film. https://kiaceramics.com/slot-bonus-new-member/ Owing to the great pandemic, schools and other…

One of India’s most celebrated actors, Irrfan Khan known for his expressive eyes, died after succumbing to a long battle with cancer. He was 54.  A gaping void has been left in the Indian film industry as one of India’s…

Visit the enchanting lobbies of The Louvre  and view the amazing architecture of Museu Picasso from your house. Top Museums and Galleries offer virtual tours for free. The pandemic has one again proved, the significance of culture, people invariably turn…

Source: rome2rio.com World’s most loved travel publisher, Lonely Planet announces shut down of its branches in Melbourne and London, citing corona induced travel restrictions as the primary reason. We explore. The world has come to a halt. Due to corona…

The tiny toddlers need their dose of stories while locked down at home in the times of pandemic. Ranga Shankara’s AHA! brings on youtube story telling sessions from April 18 to 28.  AHA! is an acclaimed Theatre for Children initiative…

Source: trends.gulte.com Gene Deitch died on last Thursday night at his apartment in Prague, at the age of 95. This incredible illustrator, animator, filmmaker and producer gave us jewels like Tom & Jerry and Popeye that have entertained kids throughout…

With hardly anything for children and family audiences on the streaming platforms the launch of Disney Plus in India, in collaboration with Hotstar comes as a basket of joy. Fans can now acess the entire library of Pixar, Diney, Marvel…

Kalaprayati brings artists and patrons together and through the medium  of art it creates a platform that facilitates contribution towards the PM-CARES fund You can collect a beautiful piece of art, contribute towards the ongoing fight against corona and encourage…

Looking for recommendations for web series and  movies to watch on streaming platforms, here are 10 recommendations that you must not miss. The lockdown period in India is extended for another 20 days. Most of you might have already played…

Renowned theatre companies around the globe are streaming their productions free on youtube, to entertain fans during the time of Corona pandemic. Know more about it here. At this point in time, nearly half of world’s population is locked inside…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urges citizens of India to download the Aarogya Setu mobile app. The app is an important tool for contact tracing which is significant in the fight against Corona Virus. Here is all you need to know…

Theatre persons and theatre lovers across the world would welcome Globe’s gesture of streaming free on You Tube arguably the most loved one of Shakespeare’s tragedies Hamlet till 19th, followed by five more of his plays. The production springs many…

  ‘I could be bounded in a nutshell,’ Shakespeare’s Hamlet, a young man of uncommon sensibility, says, ‘and count myself a king of infinite space.’ The current lockdown with the need for social distancing provides us an opportunity to see…

Source: connectedtoindia.com With a focus on building cultural links with countries around the world and giving a platform for billions to express their emotions towards the COVID-19 pandemic, Indian Council for Cultural Relations has launched a worldwide art competition. Learn…

  In the tensed times of this global lockdown, musicians from across the globe are helping their fans stay positive through music. And Instagram has become their chosen platform. Check out the rise of Live streaming concerts on Instagram. Hello,…

Amidst the complete lockdown owing to COVID 19 outbreak, are you looking for an exciting project to churn your creative juices? Brand Klub Ahmedabad is here with their new campaign, titled ‘Apne Andar ke Creative Keede ko Jagao’. To know…

source : smithsonianmag.com The co-creator of  Asterix – one of the best-loved characters in French popular culture, Albert Uderzo passed away in  Neuilly, France at the age of 92. Learn about his life and the creation of an iconic comic.…

With 5 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Gujarat, the state, like the rest of the world is slowing down and getting into the social distancing mode. In this trying times it is imperative to stay positive and continue the fight…

  By the time this gets published nearly 140 countries around the world are infected by the novel corona virus. With many countries in lock down, and many others issuing mandatory isolation for their citizens, people are looking towards the…

source: Twitter.com and reddit.com The deadly Corona Virus has hit the world hard; self-awareness being key to the fight against the pandemic, various individuals and organisations are doing their bit to spread awareness messages around. A few creative souls have…

Source: Twitter.com For the first time in his presidential span, Donald Trump will be visiting India. And the first destination on his list is our very own city, Ahmedabad. To know more about his schedule and agenda read on. While…

Presenting their third edition of Kultura on 22nd February, MICA will turn into a haven for music and literature lovers. With exciting workshops and activities revolving around the two domains, Kultura 2020 is the place to be this weekend. Established…

  Entering its 18th year, Motif TTEC India Charity Walk is back to bring thousands of Amdavadis on the road and march towards attaining a compassionate community and healthier lifestyle.  What started as a benevolent act to make a valuable…

The platform that let’s Ahmedabad discover it’s creative talent -Abhivyakti City Arts Project is set to begin its third edition. With its third edition, Abhivyakti establishes its position as a facilitator for original, fresh and experimental ideas of arts and…

With an objective to promote patriotism and national values among the younger generations, Bharatiya Chitra Sadhana is set to host their 3rd film festival in Ahmedabad. Read the article to know more. Source: koimoi.com With a motive to promote patriotism…

India Art Fair is back with an all-new edition to take you on a safari of South Asian art. Congregating 75 exhibitors from 20 different cities from all across the world, here is what to expect from the 12th edition…

Source: insider.in After their first edition in November 2018, India Design Confluence is back with the most prolific designers of the world but, this time, with a different name. ‘Ahmedabad Design Week’ is the torchbearer of India Design Confluence and…

Source: festevemantra.com Every literature enthusiast has heard the name ‘Jaipur Literature Festival’. Here’s a quick look at what to expect this year. A wonderland for those who seek intellectual exploration, Jaipur Literature Festival is definitely one of the greatest literature…

Source: indianexpress.com One of the pioneers of Indian modern art, Akbar Padamsee passed away at the age of 91.We remember his contributions to art.   “Art is always undergoing change. It is the artist’s prerogative to embrace change.” — Akbar…

Source: kankarialakefront.in At any given day, Kankaria Lake is an apt destination for a light outing, be it a picnic or just Saturday night jaunt. Being the second largest lake in the city, you can find a plethora of exciting…

By replacing their previously planned fish menu with an all-vegan one, the 77th Golden Globe Awards have set a new bar for environmental friendly celebration.   Golden Globes have turned into a steaming hotspot of popular culture. From high-end celebrities…

Famous music festivals like Coachella and Burning Man are known for their eco-friendly and sustainable practices, the Ultimate Pop Show featuring Badshah, merges the Swachhta campaign with entertainment generates wide spread awareness, both for their show as well as the…

Source: storypick.com Today morning, the day after Christmas, rose not with a sun but a ‘Ring of Fire’. From 8:17 a.m. onwards on December 26th, a major part of India observed an annular solar eclipse. Lasting for approximately three and…

Saptak is an annual music festival that celebrates our rich heritage of classical music. The first edition was held in 1980, this year will be the 40th anniversary of the festival. So, what surprises have they planned for us this…

Gujarat Literature Festival (GLF)returns to town to enthrall the city with top notch literary events. Taking place at the Gujarat University campus, the 8th edition of GLF has some really interesting line up that sets it up as the key…

Congregating designers from all around the nation, Raw Collaborative’s 3rd edition has brought vibrance to the Mill Owner’s Association Building. From intuitive product displays to minimalistic furniture, this amazing exhibition has it all. Adding a whole new dimension to the…

Crraft of Art is an initiative by Birwa Qureshi, a Bharatanatyam dancer from Darpana Academy and Interior Designer from CEPT, that narrates the story of beautiful monuments through music festivals. From the first Sufi Festival at Sarkhej Roza to introducing…

Ahmedabad witnessed the 4th edition of the Ahmedabad International Literature Festival on November 16th and 17th, where many writers and creatives opened relevant discussions and conducted workshops that helped open new ideas and debates in literature and how it impacts…

Source: scroll.in Nita Ambani was elected as an Honorary Trustee of the Metropolitan Museum of Art on November 13th. In the 150th year of the Met, she became the first Indian to join the board, paving way for Indian arts…

Source: comicconindia.com Comic Con India is organizing Ahmedabad’s first-ever Comic Con, a celebration of fantasy and pop-culture. Read on to know all about it! Every comic, anime, superhero, gaming or pop-culture geek has dreamt of going to the comic con,…

The festive mood received a jolt in the extended family of theatre persons and theatre lovers, particularly of Mumbai, the other day.  According to modern standards and expectations, sixty-six is not the right and ripe age to suddenly exit. Utpal…

Like any other artist trying to improve his or her sketching skills, Jake Parker started a challenge called ‘Inktober’ which has turned into a worldwide phenomenon. We give you a peek into how Inktober came to be, along with some…

The Nobel Prize committee announced the winners of the peace and literature prize on October 10th and 11th respectively. Here’s a quick look to celebrate their works and look at their accomplishments. Source: nobelprize.org October 7th marked the commencement of…

Experts, academicians and practitioners shall gather at the ReDi Digital Dialogue 2019 on World Social Media Day, June 30, 2019, to talk on important topics like “Parenting in Digital Age”, “Impacting Sports Through Digital Integration” and “Using Digital Media for Governance”.…

India’s education system requires ideological changes, believes politician and psephologist Yogendra Yadav–”What our education system currently delivers is the principal mechanism through which inequalities are transferred from one generation to the other.”Find out why he believes that, while children should…

The Gujarati-origin ad maker, Alyque Padamsee, passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at the age of 90. Known for his iconic work in Indian advertising and some path breaking creativity in theatre Padamsee is among the leading creative brains in India’s…

Apart from being an able scientist, Homi Bhabha was also a painter and a classical music and opera enthusiast. He was an avid art collector and has in his collection landmark works of great Indian modern art masters. On his…

The British Deputy High Commissioner, the founder of Lawtoons and the young CEO of a solar energy manufacturing company talk to CY exclusively about their thoughts at the Young Thinkers’ Conference 2018. Since six years, the Young Thinkers’ Conference has…

To mark World Social Media Day on June 30, an array of workshops and discussions have been organised on digital trends, content creation and the impact of social media on politics and mental health. Top social media experts from Twitter,…

30-year-old author, researcher and storyteller Ankit Chadha, who was considered the youngest proponent of the world’s oldest form of Urdu storytelling, ‘Dastangoi’, drowned in a lake near Pune on Wednesday night. With thunderous voice, Ankit Chadha, who is thought to…

  Leading voice of the Gandhian poetry society, veteran poet and professor Niranjan Bhagat breathed his last due to brain stroke on the night of February 1, 2018. Born in a Gujarati family, Niranjan Bhagat has deeply influenced Gujarati Literature over…

Veteran theatre personality, who invested around four decades of his lifetime uplifting the Gujarati drama industry by his immense contribution of more than 104 profound plays, has left for the heavenly abode on the wee hours of tuesday morning, November 14, 2017.…

On a creative note, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister has stated to distribute Shagun Kits to newlywed couples in the state. The Shagun Kit is a package that includes condoms, oral and emergency contraceptives, Family Planning literature to help couples plan, handkerchief,…

Located in the suburban Satellite area of Ahmedabad, Art Socio founded by artist Aditi Agarwal is a noteworthy addition to the burgeoning art scene of the city. Art Socio is a lavish bungalow, tastefully converted into an art space. In the founders…

  Image source: www.gulfbusiness.com Dubai city is not entirely sufficient with the world’s tallest building and the biggest shopping centre title and has now collaborated with Microsoft and designed its font and became the world’s first city to do so.…

In the race for the ‘good-life‘ many in the society have fallen prey to set conventions and willingly given up spirited thinking. In this artistic and perceptive animated short the makers have depicted how ‘creative thinking‘ goes for a toss…

Creative Yatra the offbeat media space felt intrigued on hearing the news that there will be no more holidays on birth and death anniversary of public leaders in schools and colleges anymore. The new chief minister of Uttar Pradesh Yogi…

NGOs and CSR bodies unite to discuss the potential for partnership between the public and private sectors, and recognise commendable work, in a conclave organised by the Gujarat CSR Authority. The Gujarat CSR Authority (GCSRA) recently organised the National CSR…

Tarak Mehta a renowned author, humorist, columnist, playwright and the creator of the famous series ‘Duniya Ne Undha Chashma’ has left for the heavenly abode on March 1, 2017. The Padma Shri writer was suffering from old-age ailments and wasn’t…

Harshal Pushkarna ‘Aa Che Siachen’ is a brave and insightful Gujarati coverage of the life of Indian soldiers working in Siachen Glacier. The power of journalism has always shaken the world with its force, but this time a civilian has…

  From doodles of motherhood to Rumi’s poems visualised, from pop culture to folk art, an eclectic exhibition brings together 17 women artists from across the country at the Gufa. When you hear of an art showcase by 17 women,…

With the demonetization of 500 and 1000 rupee bills in India and the release of new notes of 500 and 2000 in the economy, people of this nation are struggling in the long lines at ATMs and Banks to renew…

We all have experienced tons of documentaries till date that describe climate change as a serious issue but still we are insensitive upon acting on it because it is not tangible and visible around us. But if we talk about dump/garbage…

Cellist and musician David Teie, a soloist with America’s national symphony orchestra, has created the first ever music album specifically for cats to listen to. So the question is, ‘does it actually work?’ Well as an experiment the cat that…

When abilities met the specially-abled aspirants, waves of creation met the shores of innovation. Blind People’s Association(BPA), Ahmedabad organised a ‘Bridal Make Up’ competition on Wednesday, September 7, where 7 visually challenged girls, 7 partially challenged girls, 14 deaf and mute…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3FX86HiJ9PM New coach Anil Kumble has brought a refreshing and unique team bonding activity for Indian Cricket Team. With the help of acclaimed actor-musician Vasundhara Das’s group ‘Drumjam’, Team India was recently found playing drums in a group. It is…

A game made by Niantic Labs and The Pokemon Company known as Pokemon Go, which is supposed to be played literally on the go, through maps. Not released in India yet, this sensational app is topping the App Store’s ‘Top…

The first South American country that is hosting an Olympic, the city won its bid against Tokyo, Chicago and Madrid. Cumulatively around 10,500 athletes from 206 countries will be participating in this 17 days Olympiad, competing across 306 event. And…

The Great Britan has chosen to exit the European Union (EU), which has dropped the pound valuation drastically in compared to the Euro. The art of Great Britain is predicted to sustain due to the emotional bonding of it with European…

Dr. Palash Sen, lead singer of the band Euphoria comes up and explains, why audience is only able to hear the Bollywood film music and not Indipop anymore. He actually starts the video while saying “I am angry”. He reacts upon…

From Porbandar to South Africa Manoj Shah’s ‘Mohan No Masalo’ recalled Gandhiji’s formative crystallizing life experiences in a unique manner. The play is going Mumbai this week and will be performed in 3 different languages on a single day, which…

We are glad to share with our patrons, that we are launching our Youtube  channel. At CY we are committed to serve diverse tastes of varied content consumers; which made us initiate an original video section called #storybytes . We…

The Louisville Lip, Aka Muhammad Ali, one of the best boxers of all time left for the heavenly abode on 3rd June 2016 evening. Ali was suffering from Parkinson’s disease from past 3 decades and was getting treated for respiratory…

This years Art Basel featured the massive light installation titled ‘Time Waterfall’ by Japanese Artist Tatsuo Miyajima. The installation was done on the facade of International Commerce Centre, Kowloon Station and it was showcased between March 21 and March 26,…

A group of 8 old ladies at Massachusetts, who volunteer by singing for the chronically ill people are creating wonders. They believe through music and melodies they can bring optimism within the patient’s suffering. They also believe that music has…

A new tool of Facebook app installed in IOS and Android phones that has a specific radius in which you will be notified if your friends are nearby or around you. Quiet fascinating! Well it definitely comes with a turn…

After the Second World War it is the first time that more than 1.5 billion people are in need of human welfare aid from different regions of the world. The United Nations have decided to gather delegates of 135 countries…

The Global Tree Per-Person ratio suggests that earth has 422 trees per person, which is still less! Did you know that it takes 61 trees to make oxygen for a single person, who breathes on Earth. The current climatic change…

Due to the increasing inflation in Argentina, which has now rose up to an alerting 40% and the cut off in jobs, many Argentineans are struggling to even arrange food on their dinner plates today. And within this condition the…