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World Heritage Day 2023: The International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) declared April 18th as the International Day for Monuments and Sites, also known as World Heritage Day, in 1982. The theme for this year is “Heritage Changes,” which focuses on the role of cultural heritage in climate action and its importance in protecting […]

Uttaramerur Inscription: Prime Minister Narendra Modi referred to the Uttaramerur inscription in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, while discussing India’s democratic history. The Uttaramerur inscription, dated around 920 A.D. in the reign of Parantaka Chola Uttaramerur is situated in the Kancheepuram district, about 90 km from Chennai. The Pallava king Nandivarman II established it around 750 A.D. […]

India’s Tallest Ambedkar Statue: Telangana Chief Minister will unveil a 125-feet-tall statue of Dr B R Ambedkar on the banks of Hussainsagar, marking the latter’s 132nd birth anniversary. India’s tallest Ambedkar statue On the banks of Hussainsagar near the new Secretariat complex in Hyderabad. It is claimed to be the tallest statue in the country […]

Gond Painting : GI Tag The famous Gond painting of Madhya Pradesh has received the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Gond Painting is a famous folk art of the Gond tribal community of central India. It is done to preserve and communicate the culture of the Gond tribal community. Gond tribes are highly interlinked with […]

Chichen Itza:   A stone scoreboard used in an ancient soccer-like ball game has been discovered at the famed Mayan Chichen Itza archaeological site in Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula. The circular piece, measuring just over 32 centimetres in diameter and weighing 40 kilograms displays hieroglyphic writing surrounding two players standing next to a ball that was […]

Cumbum Grapes :GI Tag The Cumbum grapes recently earned the Geographical Indication tag or GI tag. Cumbum Panneer Thratchai, also known as Cumbum grapes, is a variety of grapes grown in the Cumbum Valley located at the Western Ghats in Tamil Nadu, India. The grapes are medium to large in size, compact, and suitable for […]

Head Of The Janang Tradition Of Tibetan Buddhism: The Dalai Lama has named a US-born Mongolian boy as the 10th Khalkha Jetsun Dhampa, the head of the Janang tradition of Tibetan Buddhism and the Buddhist spiritual head of Mongolia. This announcement has brought attention back to the larger question of the Dalai Lama’s own reincarnation, […]

Ladakh’s Wood Carving : GI Tag In a major recognition for Ladakh, its wood carving has been granted the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag. Ladakh’s wood carving has been known for its intricate designs and unique patterns. The designs and unique patterns, are mostly inspired by Buddhist themes and motifs. The wood carvings are made from […]

Nagri Dubraj Rice And Langda Mango : Geographical Indication Tag Nagri Dubraj Rice:- It is known as the Basmati of Chhattisgarh because of its fragrance. It is produced by a women’s self-help group “Maa Durga Swasahayata Samuh“. The grain finds reference in Valmiki Ramayana. It is an indigenous variety and has small grains, is very […]

Basholi Paintings : GI Tag The world-famous Basohli Painting which is popular for its miniature art style from Kathua district of Jammu has obtained the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag. Basholi paintings originated in the Basholi region of Jammu and Kashmir. It is a reputed school of miniature paintings known for its vivid, evocative colours, bold […]