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Iran’s 'Versailles' hit: 140 historical sites damaged in US and Israeli airstrikes
April 13, 2026 9:59 pm
Reports show that 77 sites in Tehran were affected by the US-Israeli strikes, of which 38 are classified as National heritage property by Iran.
Maharashtra’s masterpieces: Five Unesco sites that will leave you awestruck
March 09, 2026 4:06 pm
Maharashtra is home to some of India’s most extraordinary UNESCO treasures.
Knowledge Nugget: Why are the Maratha Military Landscapes relevant for the UPSC exam?
July 15, 2025 10:42 am
Recently, the ‘Maratha Military Landscapes’ got inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. What's its significance? Here's what you need to know for your UPSC current affairs preparation. Also, get to know about Chhatrapati Shivaji, his hill forts and important battles fought by the Marathas.
PM Modi, Fadnavis hail inclusion of Shivaji Maharaj’s forts in UNESCO World Heritage List
July 12, 2025 12:10 pm
The decision to include them was taken during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee (WHC) held in Paris.
Gujarat Hardlook: Too close for comfort? Multi-crore irrigation project near Dino Land triggers concern
March 23, 2025 8:42 am
Home to the Dinosaur Fossil Park and Museum, Rayoli, a quaint village in Gujarat's Mahisagar, holds a crucial key to prehistoric life on the planet. Now, an irrigation project aimed at benefitting 125 villages is underway near the site. How will this affect what is said to be one of the largest hatcheries of dinosaur eggs in the world?
UPSC Issue at a Glance | India’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites — criteria, categories, and recent additions
March 27, 2025 4:51 pm
Six sites have been added to India’s Tentative List by UNESCO's World Heritage Centre in 2025. But what exactly is a UNESCO World Heritage Site? How many sites in India hold the UNESCO tag, and what impact does it have on a site? Check it out and get your basics right.
World Heritage Week: Tourism facilities worth Rs 255 crore being developed in Vadnagar, Dholavira
November 25, 2024 2:06 am
The Gujarat government is also focusing on restoring forts like Uparkot Fort in Junagadh, Rajmahal in Amreli, and Lakhpat Fort in Kutch.
A potential UNESCO heritage site, why Phanigiri in Telangana is central to tracing region's Buddhist past
August 04, 2024 5:19 pm
The recent excavations at Phanigiri unearthed a horde of 3,750 led coins dating back to the Ikshvaku period (300 CE-400 CE).
India, US sign cultural property pact on return of smuggled antiquities
July 27, 2024 11:18 am
This agreement has a defined framework for the return of such artefacts to India and will facilitate smooth and early repatriation, officials said, and will also help prevent future trafficking.
Palestine site gets UNESCO tag, put on heritage in danger list
July 26, 2024 8:34 pm
Speaking on the occasion, Palestine’s Ambassador to UNESCO, Munir Anastas, criticised Israel for causing destruction of cultural property on the Gaza strip, and called upon all State Parties to ask Israel to end the war.
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A guide to the lesser-known UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India
March 02, 2026 9:34 am
India currently boasts 42 UNESCO World Heritage Sites (as of late 2025/early 2026), but while everyone knows the Taj Mahal, these architectural marvels are often overlooked.
Charaideo Moidams in Assam recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
July 31, 2024 11:18 am
These moidams were the royal burial grounds of the Ahom dynasty.
Nepal's iconic Dharahara Tower, Durbar Squares scarred by earthquake
April 27, 2015 2:50 pm
The massive earthquake turned historic heritage sites into rubble.
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