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Kyiv's World Heritage Cathedral Damaged In Russian Attack: Ukraine Minister
A Russian attack overnight damaged Saint Sophia Cathedral in the historic centre of Kyiv, one of Ukraine's most significant monuments and a designated world heritage site, the Ukrainian culture minister said on Tuesday.
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Lucknow Chosen As India’s Candidate For UNESCO Gastronomic Creative City
UNESCO's Creative Cities Network (UCCN), established in 2004, celebrates cities that have shown exceptional creativity in culture, arts, and, in this case, food.
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Lord Buddha's Relics Return After Unprecedented Pilgrimage In Vietnam
In a momentous culmination of spiritual diplomacy and shared heritage, the sacred relics of Lord Buddha have been ceremoniously returned to India following a historic and emotionally resonant pilgrimage across Vietnam.
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Bangladesh Drops Bangabandhu From Taka. Hindu, Buddhist Heritage Showcased
Bangladesh's interim government has taken another step in eroding the legacy of 'Bangabandhu' Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding father of the nation.
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800-Year-Old Mummy Reveals Unusual Facial Tattoos Made from Rare Minerals
A newly analysed 800-year-old female mummy has surprised researchers with minimalist facial tattoos made from unusual mineral-based ink. Unlike the elaborate designs typically found in Andean mummies, this woman’s tattoos were composed of simple lines and an S-shape, made from magnetite and augite. Discovered in the Italian Museum of Anthropology...
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MrBeast Responds To Backlash Over Ancient Mexican Temple Video: "It Saddens Me To See..."
Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, has reacted to the controversy surrounding a vlog he recorded while visiting ancient Mayan cities in Southeastern Mexico.
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30,000 Secretly Grown Marijuana Plants Destroyed In Turkey: Report
Turkey's drug squad has destroyed 30,000 marijuana plants being secretly grown in a vast terraced garden by the Tigris River that is on the UN Cultural Heritage list, media reports said on Sunday.
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Chan Chan, UNESCO World Heritage Site In Peru, Defaced With Obscene Graffiti
A vandal defaced Chan Chan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in northern Peru, with obscene graffiti over the weekend, the Ministry of Culture said Monday.
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Gujarat Day 2025: Know History, Significance Of State's Formation Day
Gujarat is celebrating its foundation today, May 1. This auspicious occasion marks the establishment of the state after the bifurcation of the Bombay State in 1960.
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Watch: Elephants Chanda And Pushpa Welcome JD Vance, Family At Amer Fort
US Vice President JD Vance, along with his family, embarked on a cultural tour of Jaipur on Monday. The first stop on the culture adventure was the historic Amer Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site perched atop a hill about 11 km from Jaipur.
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"Holi A Symbol Of India's Precious Cultural Heritage": President Murmu
President Droupadi Murmu extended her heartfelt greetings to the nation on the auspicious occasion of Holi, emphasising that the festival is a symbol of India's rich cultural heritage.
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"India Can Show Way To World By Virtue Of Its Cultural Heritage": RSS Chief
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday asserted that India can show the way to the entire world by virtue of its cultural heritage.
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2,400-Year-Old Puppets with Expressive Faces Discovered in El Salvador
Archaeologists in El Salvador have unearthed 2,400-year-old ceramic puppets with expressive faces atop a pyramid. The figurines, featuring movable heads, were likely used in public rituals to depict historical or mythical events. The discovery challenges the belief that ancient El Salvador was culturally isolated, linking its traditions to broader ...
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Archaeologists Dive Into Sea Off Dwarka To Uncover Submerged Heritage
A team of five archaeologists from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), including women members, has commenced "groundbreaking underwater explorations" off the coast of Dwarka in Gujarat, the Ministry of Culture said on Tuesday.
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Centre Increases Culture Budget To Rs 3,360 Crore To Promote Arts, Heritage
The government has increased the budgetary allocation for the Ministry of Culture for the fiscal year 2025-26, with a total outlay of Rs 3,360.96 crore against a revised estimate of Rs 3,260.93 crore in the current fiscal.
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Kyiv's World Heritage Cathedral Damaged In Russian Attack: Ukraine Minister
A Russian attack overnight damaged Saint Sophia Cathedral in the historic centre of Kyiv, one of Ukraine's most significant monuments and a designated world heritage site, the Ukrainian culture minister said on Tuesday.
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Lucknow Chosen As India’s Candidate For UNESCO Gastronomic Creative City
UNESCO's Creative Cities Network (UCCN), established in 2004, celebrates cities that have shown exceptional creativity in culture, arts, and, in this case, food.
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Lord Buddha's Relics Return After Unprecedented Pilgrimage In Vietnam
In a momentous culmination of spiritual diplomacy and shared heritage, the sacred relics of Lord Buddha have been ceremoniously returned to India following a historic and emotionally resonant pilgrimage across Vietnam.
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Bangladesh Drops Bangabandhu From Taka. Hindu, Buddhist Heritage Showcased
Bangladesh's interim government has taken another step in eroding the legacy of 'Bangabandhu' Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding father of the nation.
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800-Year-Old Mummy Reveals Unusual Facial Tattoos Made from Rare Minerals
A newly analysed 800-year-old female mummy has surprised researchers with minimalist facial tattoos made from unusual mineral-based ink. Unlike the elaborate designs typically found in Andean mummies, this woman’s tattoos were composed of simple lines and an S-shape, made from magnetite and augite. Discovered in the Italian Museum of Anthropology...
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MrBeast Responds To Backlash Over Ancient Mexican Temple Video: "It Saddens Me To See..."
Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, has reacted to the controversy surrounding a vlog he recorded while visiting ancient Mayan cities in Southeastern Mexico.
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30,000 Secretly Grown Marijuana Plants Destroyed In Turkey: Report
Turkey's drug squad has destroyed 30,000 marijuana plants being secretly grown in a vast terraced garden by the Tigris River that is on the UN Cultural Heritage list, media reports said on Sunday.
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Chan Chan, UNESCO World Heritage Site In Peru, Defaced With Obscene Graffiti
A vandal defaced Chan Chan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in northern Peru, with obscene graffiti over the weekend, the Ministry of Culture said Monday.
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Gujarat Day 2025: Know History, Significance Of State's Formation Day
Gujarat is celebrating its foundation today, May 1. This auspicious occasion marks the establishment of the state after the bifurcation of the Bombay State in 1960.
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Watch: Elephants Chanda And Pushpa Welcome JD Vance, Family At Amer Fort
US Vice President JD Vance, along with his family, embarked on a cultural tour of Jaipur on Monday. The first stop on the culture adventure was the historic Amer Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site perched atop a hill about 11 km from Jaipur.
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"Holi A Symbol Of India's Precious Cultural Heritage": President Murmu
President Droupadi Murmu extended her heartfelt greetings to the nation on the auspicious occasion of Holi, emphasising that the festival is a symbol of India's rich cultural heritage.
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"India Can Show Way To World By Virtue Of Its Cultural Heritage": RSS Chief
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday asserted that India can show the way to the entire world by virtue of its cultural heritage.
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2,400-Year-Old Puppets with Expressive Faces Discovered in El Salvador
Archaeologists in El Salvador have unearthed 2,400-year-old ceramic puppets with expressive faces atop a pyramid. The figurines, featuring movable heads, were likely used in public rituals to depict historical or mythical events. The discovery challenges the belief that ancient El Salvador was culturally isolated, linking its traditions to broader ...
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Archaeologists Dive Into Sea Off Dwarka To Uncover Submerged Heritage
A team of five archaeologists from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), including women members, has commenced "groundbreaking underwater explorations" off the coast of Dwarka in Gujarat, the Ministry of Culture said on Tuesday.
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Centre Increases Culture Budget To Rs 3,360 Crore To Promote Arts, Heritage
The government has increased the budgetary allocation for the Ministry of Culture for the fiscal year 2025-26, with a total outlay of Rs 3,360.96 crore against a revised estimate of Rs 3,260.93 crore in the current fiscal.
