For generations, rice fields in Central and South Trinidad were cultivated by East Indian immigrants who…
Category: Culture And Festivals
Exchange Sewala Preserves Legacy Of Indian Indentured Labourers
Tucked away in the quiet community of Exchange Village in Couva stands a remarkable piece of…
Historian : Nelson Island Rich In Historical And Cultural Significance
The government has officially set in motion a consultation process to rename Nelson Island, opening the…
Rotary Club Hosts Annual Chokha Fest Fundraiser
Hundreds turned out to Queen’s Hall on Sunday for the annual Chokha Fest hosted by the…
Divali Nagar Heritage Centre Renamed In Honour Of Cultural Stalwart
The National Council of Indian Culture is honouring one of its longest-serving stalwarts. The Heritage Centre…
Ashanti And Ja Rule Set For High-Energy Performance At R&B Brunch Festival
From platinum hits to Caribbean connections, Grammy Award-winning R&B artist Ashanti and iconic rap artiste Ja…
NCIC Celebrates 180 Years Of East Indian Presence In T&T With Art Exhibit
The National Council of Indian Culture celebrates 1 hundred and 80 years of the East Indian…
NAPA Jazz Fusion Returns On May 31st
The National Academy for the Performing Arts (NAPA) says this year’s Jazz Fusion production represents more…
Culture Minister: Decision On Renaming NCC Still Before Cabinet
Minister of Culture and Community Development Michelle Benjamin says the decision to rename the National Carnival…
Prime Minister Salutes Mothers In Mother’s Day Message
Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has hailed mothers as the “emotional foundation of our homes” and vowed…