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Significance of Sammakka-Sarakka

October 6, 2023

The Central government has named the Telangana tribal university after Sammakka-Sarakka, a revered mother-daughter duo among the local tribal community in Telangana. This move fulfills a commitment made by the Central government as part of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, ..

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“Wagh Nakh” to Return to Maharashtra Temporarily

October 6, 2023

The government of Maharashtra has reached a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Victoria and Albert Museum in London to bring back a historic weapon known as the “wagh nakh” to the state on loan for three years. The wagh ..

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Edouard Manet’s “Olympia” Makes Debut in the United States

September 27, 2023

After more than 150 years since its creation, the renowned French master Edouard Manet’s masterpiece “Olympia” has arrived in the United States for the first time. This iconic canvas, depicting a brothel scene with a real-life model, is featured in ..

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UNESCO Recognizes Karnataka’s Sacred Ensembles of Hoysalas as World Heritage

September 19, 2023

UNESCO has officially added Karnataka’s Sacred Ensembles of Hoysalas to its prestigious World Heritage list. These ancient temples, previously on UNESCO’s Tentative list since 2014, now gain global recognition for their exceptional cultural and historical significance. The Hoysala temples, located ..

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World’s Tallest Nataraja Statue

September 8, 2023

A towering 27-foot Nataraja statue, the world’s tallest representation of Lord Shiva’s dancing form, will greet G20 leaders at New Delhi’s Pragati Maidan. This magnificent ashtadhatu (eight-metal alloy) sculpture, weighing 18 tonnes, was painstakingly crafted by sculptors from Swamimalai, Tamil ..

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Sculptures at Bharat Mandapam

September 6, 2023

India has unveiled two remarkable sculptures ahead of the G20 Summit, showcasing its rich cultural heritage and symbolism: The Nataraja Sculpture Standing at 27 feet and weighing approximately 20 tonnes, this Nataraja sculpture was crafted by traditional Sthapatis of Swamimalai, ..

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