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From first sermon to final Nirvana: UP plans tourism circuit around Buddha’s life
August 27, 2026 12:42 pm
With Sarnath’s UNESCO recognition adding fresh momentum, UP plans to link six Buddhist destinations and improve the experience for domestic and foreign visitors.
From Ajanta to Sarnath: The story of India's Unesco World Heritage Sites
July 30, 2026 2:11 pm
The idea of a global framework to protect cultural and natural heritage gathered momentum in the aftermath of the Second World War, when the widespread destruction of monuments, museums, and historic cities underscored the need for international cooperation in safeguarding humanity's shared legacy.
28 years on tentative list, Sarnath now a UNESCO World Heritage Site
July 26, 2026 5:11 am
Sarnath, one of the holiest sites of Buddhism, has recorded its significance on the global platform for heritage recognition. The state government stated this would strengthen Uttar Pradesh’s Buddhist Circuit on the international tourism and cultural heritage map.
Tracing history of Sarnath: from Buddha’s first sermon to emblem of Indian republic
September 18, 2025 3:56 pm
Earlier this year, India officially nominated Sarnath for the UNESCO World Heritage List for the 2025-26 cycle. We take a brief look at its history
1,100 km in 43 days: A walking pilgrimage through Buddhist circuit to mark 50 years of India-South Korea diplomatic ties
February 07, 2023 12:15 pm
The walking pilgrimage will begin from Sarnath in Varanasi and culminate at Shravasti after traversing through Nepal.
Opposition says emblem distorted, Hardeep Puri counters: perfect replica
July 13, 2022 8:31 am
Opposition parties hit out at the Prime Minister for unveiling the national emblem cast atop the new Parliament building, calling it a “clear violation of the Constitution”.
When in Banaras, visit these 5 serene places
December 17, 2014 3:27 pm
A short, sweet and simple trip to Banaras, the city of light can refresh your soul.
Carbon samples from Sarnath could be from 395 BC
May 05, 2014 11:23 am
Two carbon samples were also sent to Beta Analytic Inc in USA last month
National Emblem on foodgrain sacks found rotting in garbage
June 20, 2012 12:12 am
A gurgaon-based company that supplies the Punjab government with sacks for packing foodgrains is under the scanner after some sacks made by it were found to have the national emblem printed on them.
Conspiracy to keep me away from UP polls
November 09, 2011 12:43 am
He also warned his detractors that he was aware of the design but would not like to speak out as the issue was sub judice.
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Bhutan King and Queen visit Sarnath
October 09, 2014 11:59 am
King of Bhutan Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck visited Sarnath with his wife Jetsun Pema.
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