Kannadippaya, a traditional handicraft from Kerala, has recently been awarded a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This recognition ensures market protection and elevates the craft to a global platform....
The recent discovery of an inscription related to Rajaraja Chola I atop the Somagiri hills in Melavalavu, Madurai, has captivated historians. This inscription, believed to date back to...
Rongali Bihu, also known as Bohag Bihu, is a key festival in Assam. Celebrated in mid-April, it marks the Assamese New Year and the onset of the agricultural...
The Kumbakonam betel leaf and Thovalai flower garland from Tamil Nadu received Geographical Indication (GI) tags. This recognition ensures the protection of these products from misuse and promotes...
The recent unveiling of a set of copper plates from the reign of Devaraya I marks archaeological discovery. These plates, linked to the Vijayanagara Empire, provide vital information...
The Sarhul festival marks cultural event for Adivasis in Jharkhand and the Chhotanagpur region. Celebrated in spring, it venerates the Sal tree, which is central to Adivasi tradition....
The Maharashtra government has taken step towards honouring Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. On March 21, 2025, an expert committee was formed under the Minister of Tourism to oversee the...
The tomb of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in Khuldabad, Maharashtra, is currently under scrutiny. Recent protests have sparked violent clashes in Nagpur. The protests demand the removal of Aurangzeb’s...
Recently, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu announced plans to install a 58-foot statue of Potti Sriramulu in Amaravati. This initiative commemorates Sriramulu’s very important role in...
The Mudumal Megalithic Menhirs have been added to India’s tentative list of Unesco World Heritage Sites. Telangana currently has only one Unesco World Heritage Site, the Ramappa Temple,...
