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Time of India
6 hours ago
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- Time of India
Italian Cultural Centre halts language courses after MEA directive, weeks after hosting event with historian Romila Thapar
The Italian Cultural Centre ( ICC ) has suspended registrations and postponed its language courses after the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued fresh directives on the functioning of cultural centres in India , a TOI report stated. In a notice to students, the centre said, "This is to inform you that registration for our language courses is temporarily suspended, and the start of the courses will be postponed to Sept. This change is due to new directives recently shared by the ministry of external affairs, govt of India, regarding the operations of cultural centres." It added that the revised date would be shared soon and that the centre was "currently awaiting further updates to proceed in accordance with these guidelines." ICC and its cultural role in Delhi by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Stunning Photographs from History's Most Defining Events The ICC is among several foreign cultural institutes in Delhi that promote their national languages and cultural heritage. Alongside Alliance Française of France, Max Mueller Bhavan of Germany, and the Korean Cultural Centre, it offers language training, art exhibitions, film screenings, food festivals, and talks. Each of these centres also runs a canteen serving traditional cuisine, which makes them popular cultural and culinary destinations for Delhi residents. Live Events MEA guidelines and Vienna Convention While the MEA has not issued an official statement, official sources confirmed that guidelines were circulated to all foreign missions regarding compliance with the Vienna Convention on cultural centres. "If there is any commercial basis in running the centre, then it must comply with relevant guidelines. Article 42 of the Vienna Convention prohibits diplomatic agents from conducting any commercial activity," the sources said. Other centres unaffected A check with other cultural centres in Delhi showed that classes were continuing as usual. Both Alliance Française and Max Mueller Bhavan confirmed there had been no suspension of their courses. Before the suspension, the ICC had hosted 'Beyond Boundaries' on July 28 at the Humayun's Tomb Museum Auditorium. The event featured historian Romila Thapar and art historian Naman Ahuja in conversation on 'Ancient Rome and the Indian Peninsula'.
Time of India
17 hours ago
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- Time of India
Italian Cultural Centre Halts Courses Citing Guidelines
New Delhi: The Italian Cultural Centre has abruptly suspended registrations and postponed its language courses following renewed guidelines from the ministry of external affairs on the functioning of cultural centres. In a notice to students, the centre said, "This is to inform you that registration for our language courses is temporarily suspended, and the start of the courses will be postponed to Sept. This change is due to new directives recently shared by the ministry of external affairs, govt of India, regarding the operations of cultural centres." It added that it would share the revised date soon and was "currently awaiting further updates to proceed in accordance with these guidelines". ICC is one of several foreign cultural institutes in the capital known for promoting their countries' languages and cultural heritage. Like its counterparts — Alliance Française of France, Max Mueller Bhavan of Germany, Korean Cultural Centre and others — it offers a wide range of courses in Italian language and culture, while also hosting talks, art exhibitions, film screenings and food festivals. Each centre also runs a canteen serving national cuisine, making them popular cultural and culinary hubs for Delhiites. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it better to shower in the morning or at night? Here's what a microbiologist says CNA Read More Undo You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi | Gold Rates Today in Delhi | Silver Rates Today in Delhi While there was no official reaction from MEA or govt, official sources said guidelines had been issued to all foreign missions about the need to comply with the the Vienna Convention on running cultural centres. "If there is any commercial basis in running the centre, then it must comply with relevant guidelines. Article 42 of the Vienna Convention prohibits diplomatic agents from conducting any commercial activity," the sources said. A check with other cultural centres revealed that no such suspension of classes had been implemented there. Both Alliance Française and Max Mueller Bhavan confirmed that their operations were continuing as usual. The centre had hosted an event titled 'Beyond Boundaries' at the Humayun's Tomb Museum Auditorium on July 28, featuring noted historian Romila Thapar and art historian Naman Ahuja in conversation on 'Ancient Rome and the Indian Peninsula'. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
