Garia Puja is an important festival celebrated in Tripura on April 21 each year. This seven-day celebration honours the deity Garia, a symbol of prosperity and well-being. The...
Recently, the manuscripts of the Bhagavad Gita and Bharata’s Natyashastra were added to UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register. This recognition marks their significance in preserving cultural heritage....
West Bengal has recently received Geographical Indication (GI) tags for seven traditional products. This recognition includes popular items like ‘Nolen Gurer Sandesh’ and Baruipur guavas. About Geographical Indication...
The Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi is a revered Bo tree located in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It holds immense significance for Buddhists worldwide. Believed to be over 2,300 years...
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....
