Efforts on to get UNESCO tag for ‘Paruveta Utsavam’ of Ahobilam Subject: History Section: Art and culture Context: The Indian National Trust is making efforts for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) to get the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to declare the annual ‘Parveta Utsavam’ of Ahobilam as an ‘intangible […]
PM Modi to inaugurate BAPS temple in UAE Subject: History Section: Art and Culture Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the BAPS Mandir, a stunning architectural marvel which is Abu Dhabi’s first Hindu temple. More on news: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the sprawling Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi, built by the Bochasanwasi […]
390-year-old lamp post in Nalgonda unravels trade links of Telangana Subject: History Section: Medieval India Context: A 390-year-old Deepastambham (lamp post) discovered on the River Krishna’s edge in Nalgonda district, Telangana, highlights early medieval trade ties. About Deepastambham (lamp post): The 20-foot tall pillar, with hollows for lamps and a multi-lingual inscription, was […]
Plan to Resurface a Pyramid in Granite Draws Heated Debate Subject: History Sec: Art and Culture Context: A project to restore granite blocks that once covered a greater portion of the Pyramid of Menkaure in Giza has been criticized by some preservationists. More on news: The initiative was announced by Mostafa Waziri, the […]
India nominates 12 forts of Marathas for UNESCO World Heritage List Subject: History Section: Art and Culture Context: India has proposed the “Maratha Military Landscapes,” a collection of forts highlighting the strategic military prowess of Maratha governance, for UNESCO World Heritage List consideration in 2024-25. About the Forts: Included Forts: The nomination comprises […]
“Maratha Military Landscapes of India” will be India’s nomination for recognition as UNESCO World Heritage List for the year 2024-25 Subject: History Section: Medieval India Context: The “Maratha Military Landscapes of India” will be India’s nomination for recognition as UNESCO World Heritage List for the year 2024-25. More on news: Maratha Military Landscapes […]
A conch shell to trumpet a new note at Beating Retreat Subject: History Section: Art and Culture Context: For the first time, the ceremonial musical parade at Beating Retreat will begin with a massed band’s ‘Shankhnaad’ tune. More on news: The Beating Retreat ceremony at the Vijay Chowk that marks the end of […]