Deepavali has been inscribed on UNESCO’s List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.: Deepavali, also known as Diwali, is the festival of lights celebrated across India.‘Deepa’ means lamp or light and ‘Vali’ means string or row, and Deepavali means rows of lights.It is celebrated on Kartik Amaavasya, which typically falls in October or November.The […]
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Boreendo
Boreendo: UNESCO has inscribed Pakistan’s Boreendo, a rare clay vessel-flute linked to the Indus Valley musical tradition, on the Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding list.The Boreendo is a spherical clay vessel-flute, producing mellow, breathy tones used in folk melodies, pastoral songs and winter gatherings in Sindh. It originates from Keti Mir Muhammad […]
Goa nightclub fire tragedy
Goa nightclub fire tragedy: The Goa nightclub fire tragedy, which killed 25 people most of them migrant workers — has exposed serious gaps in governance, unsafe working conditions, and weak enforcement of licensing and safety norms. India records approximately 1.6 lakh fire incidents annually, resulting in over 27,000 deaths (NCRB Accidental Deaths & Suicides in […]
Saudi UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities (GNLC)
Saudi UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities (GNLC): UNESCO has added three more Saudi cities Riyadh, AlUla, and Riyadh Al-Khabra to the Global Network of Learning Cities (GNLC) in its 2025 update.The GNLC is a UNESCO-led international network that recognises cities promoting lifelong learning across all age groups through inclusive, accessible, and sustainable learning ecosystems.Established […]
Shani Shingnapur Temple
Shani Shingnapur Temple: The Ahilyanagar police cyber cell recently arrested two Shani Shingnapur Temple Trust employees for allegedly diverting over ₹50 lakh each into their personal accounts by manipulating online applications used for booking pooja services. It is a Hindu temple located in Maharashtra. It is dedicated to Lord Shanidev, the popular Hindu god associated […]
India To Hosts 20th UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Session at Red Fort
India To Hosts 20th UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Session at Red Fort: India is set to host the 20th session of the Inter-governmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) from 8th to 13th December 2025 at the historic Red Fort in New Delhi. This global cultural event will gather representatives from […]
Seva Teerth
Seva Teerth: The Union Home Minister referred to the upcoming new Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) in the Central Vista complex as “Seva Teerth”, calling it a landmark in India’s administrative evolution. The term signifies a shift towards citizen-centric governance rooted in service, aligning with the broader ethos of Seva (service) in Indian political philosophy. The […]
Ramban Sulai Honey
Ramban Sulai Honey: The Prime Minister, during the 128th episode of his radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ noted that Ramban Sulai honey from Jammu and Kashmir, made from wild basil, gained wider recognition after receiving a GI tag. Ramban Sulai Honey, produced in the Ramban District of Jammu and Kashmir, is known for its rich […]
Darjeeling Mandarin Orange
Darjeeling Mandarin Orange: The Darjeeling Mandarin orange received the Geographical Indication status. It is grown in the hills of Darjeeling in West Bengal. The Mandarin Orange (Citrus reticulata Blanco) is a major cash crop of the Darjeeling Hills. It is the third product from the region, after Darjeeling Tea and Dalley Khursani chilli, to get […]
26th Edition of Hornbill Festival
26th Edition of Hornbill Festival: The 26th Hornbill Festival began on 1st December at the Naga Heritage Village in Kisama, Kohima, coinciding with Nagaland’s Statehood Day. This ten-day festival brings together all major Naga tribes to celebrate their rich traditions, music, dance, crafts, and local food. Over the years, the Hornbill Festival has become one […]
