Madurai's 9-Zone Plan Aims to Protect Heritage
Madurai's new master plan proposes nine distinct character zones to guide development while preserving the city's rich cultural and historical legacy. Learn about the zones and the challenges ahead.
Madurai's new master plan proposes nine distinct character zones to guide development while preserving the city's rich cultural and historical legacy. Learn about the zones and the challenges ahead.
The 3-day international Global Spice Routes Conclave begins at Bolgatty Palace, Kochi, exploring maritime heritage & cultural ties. Discover immersive Kerala experiences!
The 6th Indo-British Heritage Cup in Kolkata blended cricket, inclusive play, and strategic talks on UK-India FTA & heritage. Team UK in India won the trophy. Discover the key insights.
Vadodara Municipal Corporation proposes a Rs 4.96 crore, 27-month restoration for the crumbling Mandvi heritage structure, a year after cracks first appeared. Learn about the delayed rescue effort.
Ex-Muslim thinker Saleem Wastik challenges Quranic concepts, questioning why a universal message was revealed only in Arabic. His views spark debate on faith, accessibility, and modern interpretation. Read the full discussion.
Popular Indian director Atlee Kumar and wife Priya welcome a baby boy named Meer in 2023. Discover the profound meaning, Arabic-Persian origins, and why this simple name is making waves. Explore its cultural significance now!
Turkey's traditional Antep İşi Embroidery is now on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. The announcement was made in New Delhi, marking a global recognition for this centuries-old craft.
Explore the eight global cuisines, including India's 'Gujarat's Garba', honoured by UNESCO for their cultural significance. Discover the stories behind these culinary traditions.
Explore how internet memes and abbreviations like 'LOL' and 'BRB' are fundamentally altering language processing, communication, and even brain activity. Discover the neuroscience behind digital slang.
Heritage Congress 2025 awards announced for regional history, Malayalam language & preservation. Winners include S Rajendu, Rachana Velappan Nair, Sai Nath Menon. Ceremony on Jan 10 in Thanjavur.
The Heritage Transport Museum opens 'Posters That Moved India,' a special exhibition showcasing rare travel posters from the 1930s-1970s. Explore India's transport heritage through graphic art. Visit before 28 Feb 2026!
Explore why India's focus on English overlooks its rich bhasha literature. The real issue is neglect of Indian languages, not colonial mindset. Read more.
India and the Netherlands forge a partnership to develop the National Maritime Heritage Complex in Lothal. The collaboration focuses on maritime history and museum expertise. Read more.
India and the Netherlands sign a landmark MoU to collaborate on the National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal. The pact focuses on knowledge exchange, joint exhibitions, and boosting India's 4,500-year maritime legacy globally.
Saudi Arabia introduces a unique commemorative stamp for World Arabic Language Day, available at major travel hubs. Discover this cultural initiative celebrating Arabic heritage.
India and the Netherlands join forces to develop the National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal. The MoU focuses on museum design, research, and cultural exchange. Discover how this partnership showcases India's ancient maritime legacy globally.
India and the Netherlands join forces to develop the National Maritime Heritage Complex in Gujarat's Lothal. This collaboration aims to showcase India's rich maritime history through cutting-edge technology and expertise. Discover the details of this land
Gen Z and millennials joined a heritage tree-mapping event at Pune's Ganeshkhind Garden, highlighting rising interest in conservation. The activity comes as the PMC plans an STP in the area.
Royal Enfield's Journeying Across The Himalayas festival concluded, celebrating cultural heritage with installations like Ri Gyancha. UNESCO highlights urgent need for safeguarding traditions.
Handicrafts & Heritage Week 2024 spotlighted master artisans like Choti Tekam & Naveen Bhaskar, proving handmade heritage is a living cultural force. Discover how platforms empower craftspeople.
A monumental Kannada dictionary, authored by scholar Anantanarayana between the 1930s and 1960s, was released in Bengaluru. Read about this landmark achievement for the language.
A significant inscription stone has been reinstalled in Kaliyuru village, Mysuru, thanks to local efforts. Read about this cultural restoration and the community's role.
Odisha Deputy CM Pravati Parida reviewed the comprehensive development plan for Khandagiri and Udayagiri Jain caves. The plan focuses on amenities, accessibility, and urban integration for the ASI-protected heritage sites. Read more.
UNESCO declares Italy's entire cuisine as Intangible Cultural Heritage. The historic decision, made in New Delhi, celebrates daily food practices, from cooking to sharing meals. Read more.
Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram criticizes the use of Hindi words in official bills, calling it disrespectful to India's linguistic diversity. Read his full statement and the political debate.
The 2nd Vedanta Jaigarh Heritage Festival concluded on Dec 7, 2025, blending royal traditions, music, and crafts. Read about the immersive cultural experience that drew artists and visitors nationwide.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta calls for urgent protection of the city's intangible heritage amid modernisation and climate change. Discover why preserving its soul is critical.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation admits an 'inadvertent error' placed a modern high-rise and a family's bungalow on the heritage list. The HC gives 4 weeks to decide on the 96-year-old petitioner's plea for repairs.
Uttar Pradesh to transform historic Yahiyaganj Gurdwara in Lucknow into a major heritage tourism site with Rs 2 crore fund for conservation and visitor facilities. Explore the sacred site linked to two Sikh Gurus.
Watch the official trailer for the new Arabic web movie 'The Fakenapping,' starring Abdullah AlDaris and Mohammed Aldokhei, directed by Ken Amine Lakhnech. Check it out now!