Odisha gets its fourth Biodiversity heritage site
The Odisha State government declared the Gupteswar forest in Koraput district, its fourth Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS). The forest is under the jurisdiction of the Jeypore Forest Division. It is…
Climate Crisis Threatens Black Heritage
In the wake of escalating climate crises, museums, especially those dedicated to Black history and culture, find themselves at an increased risk of peril. Recent reports and analyses shed light…
India nominates Maratha forts for UNESCO Listings
Last week, the Ministry of Culture announced that India will be nominating the ‘Maratha Military Landscape’ for inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage List for 2024-25. The proposal consists of…
Two museums in Britain to loan looted artefacts to Ghana
The British Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum have announced a long-term agreement to loan gold and silver treasures taken from West Africa by the British army during colonial…
Experts Call for More WHS in India
In a bid to showcase the vast cultural and historical tapestry that defines India, enthusiasts, and heritage conservationists are rallying for an expansion of the country’s representation on the prestigious…
World Monuments Fund announces over $15 million towards heritage preservation against climate change
The World Monuments Fund (WMF) has announced the ‘Climate Heritage Initiative’, aimed at addressing significant threats to both humanity and cultural heritage sites worldwide. A key focus of these initiatives…
Public outcry over Macron’s plan to replace undamaged stained glass windows of Notre Dame Cathedral
Architectural conservationists oppose plans to replace undamaged stained glass windows at Notre Dame with new designs, following the fire five years ago. Thousands have signed a petition against the Macron-backed…
Singapore’s Indian Heritage Centre Unveils Dynamic Malayalee Exhibition
Singapore’s Indian Heritage Centre (IHC) has opened its doors to a vibrant and enriching exhibition that pays homage to the Malayalee community’s rich culture and history. The exhibition is scheduled…
Artefacts worth $1 million returned to Nepal, including a piece linked to Subhash Kapoor
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg announced the return of four antiquities to Nepal. The antiquities are collectively valued at more than $1 million. The District Attorney’s Office mentioned that three…
How is India celebrating World Heritage Week?
Every year UNESCO and other International organisations celebrate World Heritage Week in November. This year the world celebrates World Heritage Week from November 19 to November 25, 2023. The Archaeological…