The Importance of Preserving Ancient Indian Art Forms

The Importance of Preserving Ancient Indian Art Forms

Ancient Indian art forms date back to the Vedic Civilisation. Science and art during that period were closely linked to inquiry into human evolution and enlightenment. Art was understood as the human expression of harmony, beauty, creativity, and the bliss inherent in...
15 Years of DesiYUP: Building a Cultural Platform Beyond Borders

15 Years of DesiYUP: Building a Cultural Platform Beyond Borders

This 11 July 2026 marks an important milestone in the journey of DesiYUP. Fifteen years ago, what started as a bold idea evolved into an international cultural platform dedicated to creating space for artistic expression, cultural exchange and showcasing the diversity...
Wishing you a Happy New Year

Wishing you a Happy New Year

Wishing you a Happy New Year! May 2026 give you the opportunity to be more involved in Arts & Culture. Contributing to a more meaningful and empathetic society. Before we head towards the excitement for this year I humbly ask for a few minutes to look back,...
Pressing Pause to Play Again

Pressing Pause to Play Again

Every Summer, I look forward to that one precious window of time: the re-energizing holiday break. It’s more than just a pause from planning events, producing audio-visual or written stories or simply answering a stream of emails. It’s my chance to step away, breathe...
Je roots herontdekken met de OCI-kaart

Je roots herontdekken met de OCI-kaart

De zomer komt eraan en ik had jullie op mijn persoonlijke Facebookpagina beloofd om iets te schrijven over het aanvragen van een OCI-kaart. Voor wie nog niet bekend is met de term: OCI staat voor Overseas Citizen of India. Het is een speciaal visum waarmee je...