7 Majestic Jewels from Punjab
The opulent world of the Maharajas of Punjab has long been synonymous with grandeur, luxury, and unparalleled splendor. Among the many facets of their lavish lifestyle, their exquisite jewelry collection…
10 Paintings defining India’s artistic heritage journey
India has a rich cultural heritage and diverse artistic traditions and has been a muse for painters throughout history. From ancient cave paintings to modern masterpieces, the country’s art scene…
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…
Five lesser-known forts of India
Here is a list of five lesser-known forts in India for your next historic adventure. Daulatabad Fort, Maharashtra Daulatabad Fort is located near the city of Aurangabad. It is a…
AI is reshaping Kashmir’s handwoven carpet industry
In the heart of Kashmir’s traditional handwoven carpet industry lies a centuries-old symbolic code known as Talim. However, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is significantly transforming this age-old process…
Echoes of Antiquity: The Tamil Manuscript in Venice
In a remarkable discovery, a Tamil manuscript has emerged as a cultural treasure trove in the heart of Venice, Italy, shedding light on India’s ancient stories and wisdom. The “Infinite…
Warli tribal community in Mumbai fears loss of land to proposed Shivaji War Museum
Last year the Maharashtra Department of Tourism revealed plans to build the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj War Art Museum on a 136-acre plot in Gorai. The Warli community of Gorai is…
Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve the latest archaeological treasure trove
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has made exciting discoveries at Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, Madhya Pradesh. During a survey in April 2023, the ASI unearthed a 2000-year-old society, which provided…
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…
Big Corporations excited to ‘Adopt a Heritage’.
Several large business corporations have approached the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) about supporting monuments through its Adopt A Heritage 2.0 programme. ASI will finalise the adopters after studying detailed…