Bengaluru architects win global award for empathetic design
Bengaluru-based architects Snehal and Smita win the Royal Academy Dorfman Award 2024 for their empathetic, community-focused approach to architecture and heritage conservation.
Bengaluru-based architects Snehal and Smita win the Royal Academy Dorfman Award 2024 for their empathetic, community-focused approach to architecture and heritage conservation.
Thieves stole the sacred 'kalasam' from the historic Sankaranyeswarar temple in Karur, Tamil Nadu, during renovation. Police are investigating. Learn more about this shocking theft.
Discover the history of Delhi's Jhandewalan Temple, the best time for darshan, and detailed travel directions. Plan your spiritual visit to this iconic Shakti Peeth.
Orissa High Court dismisses plea to direct Jagannath temple to sell land, upholding legal principle that a Hindu deity is a perpetual minor. Read the full judgment details and implications.
A small fire broke out in the kitchen of Kerala's Sabarimala temple. Firefighters responded immediately and doused the flames. No injuries or major damage reported. Read details.
Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu addressed Anant National University's convocation, critiquing modern architecture and urging the new generation to design sustainable, climate-responsive cities. Read his full vision.
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) will establish its first Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple in Patna, Bihar, on a 10.11-acre plot leased for 99 years at Re 1. Read about TTD's national expansion plan.
At Anant National University convocation, Zoho's Sridhar Vembu called for climate-responsive architecture and sustainable design, citing his 250-year-old ancestral home. 299 students graduated.
The 2025 Guangzhou Design Week has commenced, showcasing cutting-edge architectural tech. Phomi Holdings leads with its 'Phomi Wall' and AI-driven design systems, blending aesthetics with functionality. Explore the future of design.
Tivoli Hospitality Group unveils the Omnia Convention Centre in Gurugram, featuring a 16,000 sq ft ballroom & luxury suites. Designed by Studio 145, it redefines event spaces. Explore the new landmark for weddings & corporate events.
Chandigarh's tourism department commemorated Pierre Jeanneret's death anniversary with student programs and a keynote by Nikhita Kinger. Discover his architectural impact.
Pune's Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple receives global recognition for highest annual visitors. Discover how devotion and social work draw nearly 2 crore devotees during Ganeshotsav.
Mumbai University's historic Sir Cowasji Jehangir Convocation Hall, a Grade-I heritage structure, is set for a major restoration by Tata Trusts to preserve its Victorian Neo-Gothic glory for future generations.
Former Justice Gautam Patel criticises the new Bombay High Court building design as 'fundamentally undemocratic' and hostile to litigants. Architects and lawyers join the chorus of concern.
Explore why architecture as a profession remains protected from AI disruption. Insights from The Alt View episode with young architects and students on design thinking and future opportunities.
Leonardo launches AI-driven 'Michelangelo Dome', a multi-layered air defense shield for cities. Designed for NATO allies, it targets full deployment by 2028. Read more.
Karnataka government begins restoring former CM S Nijalingappa's residence in Chitradurga into a memorial. The Rs 1.2 crore project preserves original architecture using traditional materials. Discover this heritage revival!
Young Indian architects debate AI's role in architecture. While AI offers speed, human emotion, psychology and storytelling remain irreplaceable in creating meaningful structures that connect with people.
Simhachalam Temple faces legal battle as priests dispute main priest promotion. High Court intervenes, temple management faces contempt charges. Read the full story.
Someshwara Temple in Bengaluru stops weddings after priests were repeatedly summoned to court in failed marriage cases. Read the full story behind this unprecedented decision.
Puri's sacred Gundicha Temple reopens December 1 after 3-year Covid closure. New entry fees, timings & accessibility features announced. Discover the temple's rich history and renovations.
Podcast star Joe Rogan discovers India's Kailasa Temple, calling the 8th-century rock-cut marvel "insane." Explore how ancient builders carved this masterpiece from a single mountain.
Explore Bengaluru's iconic Bull Temple, a 500-year-old marvel with fascinating legends, architectural brilliance, and spiritual significance. Discover its history today!
Tirumala temple faces twin controversies involving sacred laddus and financial irregularities, shaking devotees' faith. Explore the unfolding political storm.
Discover Pune Architectural History Archive (PAHA) - a digital treasure mapping 701 buildings & preserving stories of the city's forgotten builders. Explore Pune's heritage before it disappears!
Supreme Court committee prohibits devotees from climbing stairs at Banke Bihari Temple's Jagmohan hall. Only priests allowed in sacred area as per tradition. Read full details.
Puri's Jagannath Temple will complete inventory of Ratna Bhandar treasures by April 2026. Supreme Court monitors process. Historic inventory after 46 years.
The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration plans inventory without jewelry valuation due to medieval ornaments' complexity. Religious sanctity prioritized over monetary assessment.
AMD unveils FSR Redstone on December 10, 2025 - exclusive AI-powered upscaling tech for RX 9000 GPUs. Discover how it challenges NVIDIA DLSS 4 with neural radiance caching and ray regeneration.
T&T Group's Atlas project achieves ₹300 crore sales in days, signaling Raj Nagar Extension's shift from affordable to aspirational housing with Victorian-inspired luxury.