Char Dham Yatra : Death Of 11 Pilgrims With nearly twice the number of pilgrims embarking on the Char Dham yatra in Uttarakhand since it commenced on May 10, the state government has reported the death of 11 pilgrims in the first five days. The pilgrimage to Yamunotri, Gangotri, and Kedarnath Dham commenced on May […]
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Ambaji White Marble : GI Tag
Ambaji White Marble : GI Tag Marble mined in Gujarat’s Ambaji has recently been awarded the Geographical Indication, or GI tag, by the Central Government. Ambaji White Marble is a type of marble known for its stunning white appearance and unique natural patterns. It is named after the town of Ambaji in the state of […]
UNESCO’s Memory Of The World Asia-Pacific Regional Register
UNESCO’s Memory Of The World Asia-Pacific Regional Register: The Ramcharitmanas, Panchatantra, and Sahṛdayāloka-Locana have been included in ‘UNESCO’s Memory of the World Asia-Pacific Regional Register’. ‘Sahṛdayaloka-Locana’, ‘Panchatantra’, and ‘Ramcharitmanas’ were authored by Acharya Anandvardhan, Pt. Vishnu Sharma, and Goswami Tulsidas, respectively. The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) played a vital role […]
Tamil Nadu Bans Dog Breeds
Tamil Nadu Bans Dog Breeds: The Tamil Nadu Animal Husbandry Department recently declared a prohibition on 23 dog breeds deemed ‘ferocious’, including well-known types like the Rottweiler, Pitbull Terrier and Tosa Inu. This decision was largely motivated by a distressing incident in Chennai where a Rottweiler severely injured a child. The catalyst for this regulatory […]
Sri Madhava Perumal Temple
Sri Madhava Perumal Temple: Inscriptions found at Sri Madhava Perumal Temple indicate the existence of a major trade route over 1,000 years ago, connecting the Kongu region in western Tamil Nadu with southern Karnataka and Kerala. Madhava Perumal Temple is dedicated to the Hindu deity Vishnu, who is worshipped as Madhava Perumal. It is located […]
Koothandavar Festival
Koothandavar Festival: Koothandavar festival at Koovagam in Tamil Nadu plays out a tale of marriage and widowhood, all in a day. Koothandavar festival takes place in Koovagam of Tamil Nadu. It is the annual event, steeped in tradition, garners global attention for its unique celebration of the transgender identity. In a Tamil version of the […]
Ajrakh From Kutch Gets GI Tag
Ajrakh From Kutch Gets GI Tag: Ajrakh’s GI tag was granted by the Geographical Indications Registry after a long process of documentation and verification of its origin and production techniques. The Ajrakh fabric is a traditional hand-block printing technique that originated in Kutch, Gujarat. It uses natural dyes and intricate patterns to create beautiful textiles, […]
Chithirai Festival
Chithirai Festival: Lord Kallazhagar’s annual ritual in Alagar Temple, Madurai during the Chithirai festival saw thousands of devotees gathering to witness his ceremonial entry into the Vaigai river. The festival, merging narratives of Lord Kallazhagar and Goddess Meenakshi’s marriage, holds historical significance and promotes harmony. Alagar Temple is situated at the base of Alagar hills […]
World Craft City (WCC) Title
World Craft City (WCC) Title: Srinagar is being considered for the prestigious World Craft City (WCC) title by the World Crafts Council International (WCCI). The World Craft City (WCC) initiative was launched in 2014 by the World Crafts Council International (WCCI), a Kuwait-based organization. It acknowledges the contributions of local authorities, craftspeople, and communities to […]
Kuchipudi : Struggle
Kuchipudi : Struggle Kuchipudi artists are struggling for survival and going through a tough phase due to lack of patronage. Kuchipudi is one of the Indian Classical dance belongs to the Andhra Pradesh. It was originally performed by a group of itinerant actors known as Bhagavathalu, who would travel from village to village, performing plays […]
