UAE Achieves Major Cultural Milestones in 2024
The UAE secures 15 UNESCO cultural inscriptions in 2024, driven by national knowledge initiatives. Discover how this boosts its global soft power and cultural economy.
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Rs 500 Crore for Rakhigarhi, UNESCO Push Announced
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini announces Rs 500 crore Union Budget allocation for Rakhigarhi's development and a push for UNESCO World Heritage status. Details inside.
Fire-Line Work to Protect Unesco Site Kas Plateau
Satara forest department initiates fire-line scrapping at Kas Plateau, a Unesco site, to prevent wildfires. The crucial work aims to create a buffer zone by Jan 15. Read more.
Hampi Cleanup After FM Sitharaman's Complaint
Vijayanagara DC orders urgent cleanliness drive at Hampi monuments after Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman raised hygiene concerns. Inspection held ahead of Culture Minister's visit.
India's 2025 Cultural Calendar: Maha Kumbh, Vande Mataram
India gears up for a landmark 2025, celebrating 150 years of Vande Mataram and hosting the Maha Kumbh Mela. Explore the full schedule of cultural milestones.
Jagdishpur Fort tickets still bear old name Islamnagar
Despite being renamed Jagdishpur in 2023, Bhopal's historic fort still issues tickets with its old name, Islamnagar. Officials promise digital ticketing soon. Read about the slow transition and ongoing restoration.
India to have 100+ tsunami-ready villages in Indian Ocean
India is set to become the first nation in the Indian Ocean region with over 100 villages certified as 'Tsunami Ready' by UNESCO-IOC. This community-driven initiative boosts coastal resilience against tsunamis and cyclones.
SundeRhythm Festival in Sundarbans Celebrates Bengal's Living Heritage
UNESCO and Kolkata Society for Cultural Heritage present a two-day village festival in Sajnekhali, Sundarbans, to promote Bengal's folk traditions and empower local artisans. Discover the cultural mosaic.
Global Puja Meet in Kolkata Aims to Boost Local Artisans
Over 25 Durga Puja organisers from 20 countries met in Kolkata for the Bengal Global Connect Meet 2025. The aim is to create global business opportunities for local artists and MSMEs, leveraging UNESCO's cultural heritage recognition. #DurgaPuja #Bengal
Heritage Congress 2025 Awards: Winners Announced
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.
UNESCO Hails Odisha's Mother Tongue Education for Tribal Kids
UNESCO's 2025 report lauds Odisha's mother tongue-based multilingual education for tribal students as a national model, showing improved learning outcomes. Discover how the state's pioneering approach works.
Posters That Moved India: A Visual Journey Opens
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!
Minister Bhupender Yadav Highlights Sunderbans' Development Issues
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav stated the Sunderbans remains underdeveloped due to tourism monopolies and encroachment. He calls for political leadership to unlock its true potential as a UNESCO site.
India-Netherlands MoU to Boost Lothal's Maritime Heritage
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-Netherlands MoU to Boost Lothal Maritime Heritage Complex
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.
India-Netherlands Pact to Develop Lothal Maritime Heritage Complex
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, Netherlands Sign MoU for Lothal Maritime Heritage Complex
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
Lucknow's UNESCO Gastronomy Fame Celebrated at Food Festival
Lucknow's Repertwahr Festival Season 13 celebrated its UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy status. Food lovers savoured Awadhi kebabs, biryani & makhan malai. Read more about the city's culinary triumph!
Pune's youth map heritage trees at Ganeshkhind Garden
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.
JATH Festival: Art & Culture Safeguard Himalayas
Royal Enfield's Journeying Across The Himalayas festival concluded, celebrating cultural heritage with installations like Ri Gyancha. UNESCO highlights urgent need for safeguarding traditions.
Kas Plateau Hotels Noticed for Dumping Waste in Forest
Satara forest department warns hoteliers at UNESCO site Kas Plateau over garbage dumping, citing increased man-animal conflict. Legal action threatened. Read more.
3 Must-Experience Scenic Train Journeys in India
Discover three unforgettable Indian train journeys: the UNESCO-listed Kalka-Shimla toy train, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, and the coastal Konkan Railway. Experience breathtaking landscapes and engineering marvels.
Heritage Week Celebrates India's Living Craft 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.
Unakoti: Tripura's Ancient Sculptural Mystery
Explore Unakoti, Tripura's enigmatic Shaivite site with colossal 7th-9th century rock carvings. Discover its myths, history, and new ₹12 crore push for tourism. Plan your visit!
Modi in Oman: Touts India's Growth, Diaspora Role
PM Modi addresses Indian diaspora in Oman, highlighting India's 8.2% economic growth, Diwali's UNESCO heritage status, and strong bilateral ties. Read the full speech highlights.
Repertwahr Festival 13th Edition Inaugurated in Lucknow
Lucknow's 13th Repertwahr festival begins, blending theatre, music, crafts, and food. Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh highlights its role in keeping the city's spirit alive. Explore the vibrant community gathering.
Buxar heritage guards unpaid for 10 months, Diwali ruined
Two security guards at a protected heritage site in Buxar, Bihar, allege non-payment of salaries for 10 months, highlighting systemic failures in outsourced security for historical monuments. Read the full investigation.
Karnataka HC Stops Tree Cutting at Bengaluru Railway Site
Karnataka High Court issues interim order protecting 371 trees near Cantonment Station. No trees can be cut without permission. Next hearing on Feb 13, 2026. Read the full story.
Ancient Stone Reinstalled in Mysuru's Kaliyuru Village
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.
Deputy CM Pravati Parida Reviews Khandagiri-Udayagiri Plan
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.
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