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From mojari to paduka: 5 traditional men’s footwear that offer a glimpse into Indian culture and heritage

September 21, 2025 10:23 am

From the vibrant, royal flair of Rajasthani Mojaris to the humble spirituality of Padukas, these styles are living pieces of India’s rich heritage.

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Smart cities, broken communities: From New Delhi to Varanasi, what we lose when urban planning is not inclusive

June 28, 2025 2:33 pm

As iconic shops and heritage neighbourhoods are cleared for development, planners must ask — who are our cities really being built for?

Heritage complex at Lothal will be a crucial step towards making India a leading maritime nation: Union Minister Sonowal

December 28, 2024 9:55 pm

The entire project is expected to be completed by 2028.

India has the sixth-highest number of sites globally. Having 42 World Heritage Sites, it boasts 34 cultural, 7 natural, and 1 mixed. (Taj Mahal, Source: X/@Blwetorch)

World Heritage Week 2024 begins today: Here's all you need to know

November 19, 2024 11:09 am

World Heritage Week 2024: India will celebrate the week from November 19 to November 25, 2024, as declared by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).

Tracing the roots of Banarasi saris: How Varanasi's pride became a wedding staple

August 07, 2024 12:29 pm

The Banarasi sari commonly uses motifs of jasmine flowers, marigolds, paisleys, animals and birds.

PM Modi address at World Heritage Committee session

Heritage not just history, but shared consciousness of humanity: PM Modi

July 21, 2024 10:04 pm

The Prime Minister was addressing the opening ceremony of the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee (WHC) at the Bharat Mandapam.

Megalithic graves in Telangana, heritage graves in Telangana,, Adraspalle village,

‘Megalithic graves in Telangana disappearing’: Heritage enthusiasts cry for protection

April 09, 2024 9:00 am

Researchers under Kotha Telangana Charitha Brundam noted that Adraspalle village that had hundreds of megalithic graves now had only about 50 megalithic burials.

The officials said that the city will consist of a theme-based heritage centre, yoga wellness centre, convention centre, hotel, Haat for local art and artisans etc. (Photo: Representational)

YEIDA okays detailed project report of Mathura Heritage City

January 31, 2024 7:31 am

The Heritage City in Mathura will consist of a theme-based heritage centre, yoga wellness centre, convention centre, hotel, Haat for local art and artisans etc.

Hyderabad heritage activists say decision to raze Osmania General Hospital buildings unconstitutional, remind Govt of Irrum Manzil judgment

July 31, 2023 11:44 am

Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao wanted to demolish an old palace on a hillock in the middle of the city to construct a new building for the Assembly.

Know Your City: Launched in 1997, Ahmedabad Heritage Walk shines light on 600-year-old city’s rich history

June 05, 2023 12:26 am

The nearly 2.5-hour walk from Swaminarayan Temple in Kalupur to Jama Masjid covers several sites of religious and historical significance, besides monuments of old Ahmedabad in the Solanki, Islamic and Jain architectural styles.

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Before Ramappa Temple, these Indian monuments and places became UNESCO World Heritage sites

July 26, 2021 3:21 pm

UNESCO has conferred Telangana's Ramappa Temple with the World Heritage Site tag. Some other Indian heritage sites include places like Ajanta Caves, Qutub Minar, Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, to name a few.

Textile exhibition celebrates sustainable crafts heritage with support from royal Indian families

May 05, 2021 1:47 pm

Called Karkhana Chronicles II, the online textile exhibit celebrates sustainability through heritage craft and opens a conversation on the revival of traditional knowledge and practices in the Indian fashion industry