Belagavi: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Sunday unveiled a towering statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Athani, describing it as a living tribute to India’s timeless values of courage, self-respect and Swaraj. The statue, standing 25 feet tall, was unveiled in Athani town of Belagavi district, a region deeply connected…
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Ministry Reviews Arrangements for 814th Urs at Ajmer Dargah
The Ministry of Minority Affairs has reviewed the preparedness for the 814th Urs of Dargah Khwaja Saheb in Ajmer, Rajasthan, with a strong focus on ensuring the safety, security and overall convenience of lakhs of pilgrims expected to visit during the annual Sufi congregation. The Urs is scheduled to begin…
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Giriraj Singh Inaugurates ‘Crafted for the Future’ Exhibition
Union Minister of Textiles Shri Giriraj Singh on Friday inaugurated ‘Crafted for the Future’, a national-level exhibition at the National Craft Museum in New Delhi, underscoring the enduring relevance of India’s traditional crafts in a rapidly changing, sustainability-focused world. The exhibition, organised by the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts)…
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Bombay Gymkhana’s 150th Anniversary Stamp Released
Paying tribute to one of India’s most iconic sporting institutions, Union Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, on Saturday unveiled a commemorative postage stamp marking the 150th anniversary of the Bombay Gymkhana. The special stamp was released at the historic Bombay Gymkhana premises…
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UNESCO ICH 20th Meet Ends; Deepavali Listed
The 20th Session of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage concluded successfully today at the historic Red Fort in New Delhi, bringing together cultural ministers, practitioners and experts from across the globe. The week-long gathering reviewed nominations, discussed safeguarding strategies and reaffirmed international cooperation to preserve…
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Bharatiya Bhasha Utsav: MoTA Celebrates Tribal Voices
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) took centre stage at Bharatiya Bhasha Utsav 2025, held on 11 December at National Bal Bhawan, New Delhi, to spotlight India’s tribal linguistic heritage. Under the festival’s theme “Many Languages, One Emotion,” MoTA showcased printed and digital resources from Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs) of…
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PM Modi Honors Bharati on Birth Anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid heartfelt tributes to Mahakavi Subramania Bharati on his birth anniversary, describing the legendary poet as one of the most powerful voices of India’s cultural, spiritual, and national awakening. Bharati, revered as a revolutionary writer and an architect of modern Tamil literature, remains an enduring symbol…
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PM Modi Lauds Sanskrit’s Role in Doordarshan’s Suprabhatam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has once again brought national attention to the enduring significance of Sanskrit, praising Doordarshan’s long-running morning program Suprabhatam for integrating Sanskrit subhāṣitas into its daily broadcast. His remarks, shared through a post on X, highlight how the language continues to influence India’s cultural, spiritual, and philosophical…
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National Digital Policy: Safeguarding India’s Heritage
New Delhi : As India accelerates digitisation of built heritage and archival collections, policymakers and heritage professionals are increasingly calling for a formal National Digital Preservation Policy to guarantee long-term access, authenticity and security of digital cultural records. Recent steps including the National Mission on Monuments and Antiquities (NMMA) digitisation…
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PM Modi Greets Assam on Asom Diwas, Reaffirms Cultural Revival
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm greetings to the people of Assam on Asom Diwas, praising the state’s cultural heritage and reiterating the Centre’s commitment to realise the vision of Swargadeo Chaolung Sukapha. In a message posted on X on December 2, 2025, the Prime Minister highlighted collaborative development efforts…