Context Assam’s Charaideo Moidams burial sites have been added to United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites list. These are royal burial sites of the Ahom…
Context Prime Minister inaugurated the 46th Session of the World Heritage Committee at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. About 46th World Heritage Committee India is hosting the World Heritage Committee…
Context Santhal Hul of 1855 was a revolt against imperialism led by four brothers, Sidho, Kanho, Chand, and Bhairav Murmu, along with sisters Phulo and Jhano. June 30 is the 169th…
Context Kozhikode in north Kerala, known for its rich cultural heritage, was officially declared as India's first UNESCO 'City of Literature'. Key Details In October 2023, Kozhikode had earned a…
Context Srinagar has earned the World Craft City tag from the World Crafts Council, a non-government organisation working to empower artisans and safeguard craft heritage globally. It was designated as…
Kashmir’s Trika Shaivism Context In his speech in Srinagar on International Yoga Day on June 21, Prime Minister described Kashmir as the “land of yoga and meditation”. Kashmir’s Trika Shaivism A…
Context This year's 2024 Olympic Games that will take place in Paris will see the debut of breaking or breakdancing as an Olympic sport. Surfing, skateboarding, and sports climbing had…
Context Monuments of Shravanabelagola in Hassan and Lakkundi in Gadag districts. Proposed for inclusion under the tentative list of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. ☀️ Shravanabelagola An ancient Jain site…
Context The city of Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh was added to UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network (UCCN) for its “strong commitment to harnessing culture and creativity”. Kozikodhe from Kerala was also among…
Context The city of Kozhikode in Kerala was added in UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network (UCCN). Key Details Gwalior from Madhya Pradesh was also among the 55 new cities to join…
