cultural heritage
Prada Partners with Maharashtra Artisans: Transforming Kolhapuri Chappals into Global Luxury
Dec 13, 2025 12:51 am CST
Luxury brand Prada has signed a historic agreement with Maharashtra's LIDCOM & LIDKAR to produce limited-edition sandals inspired by traditional Kolhapuri Chappals. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis praised this collaboration as a triumph for local artisanship and the Make in India initiative. The collection, launching in February 2026, will be available at 40 Prada stores globally, bringing international recognition to India's traditional craftsmanship while creating economic opportunities for artisans from Maharashtra and Karnataka.
BJP President JP Nadda Advocates Equal Status for Vande Mataram as National Anthem in Rajya Sabha Debate
Dec 11, 2025 07:43 pm CST
In a passionate debate in the Rajya Sabha, BJP President JP Nadda advocated for elevating the status of the national song Vande Mataram to equal that of India's national anthem and flag. Nadda emphasized the song's historical importance in India's independence movement, criticized the Congress party for diminishing its significance, and called for constitutional recognition of Vande Mataram as a symbol of Indian nationalism and cultural heritage.
PM Modi Celebrates Deepavali's Historic Addition to UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List
Dec 10, 2025 05:46 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed delight as Deepavali receives recognition on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This historic inclusion marks India's 16th cultural element on the prestigious list, highlighting the festival's significance as a symbol of illumination and righteousness deeply rooted in Indian civilization, while enhancing its global popularity.
Glittering Royal Jewels Exhibition Opens in Paris Following Louvre Heist: Security Concerns Heightened
Dec 10, 2025 03:24 pm CST
A spectacular exhibition of royal jewels opens at Paris's Hotel de la Marine while the city still reels from October's Louvre heist. Featuring over 100 precious items including the 57-carat Star of Golconda diamond and Queen Victoria's royal jewels, the exhibition raises questions about museum security and cultural heritage preservation in the wake of recent art thefts.
Shahjehan Returns: Historic Air India Boeing 747 Model Showcased at UNESCO Cultural Heritage Meeting in Delhi's Red Fort
Dec 10, 2025 03:12 am CST
A historic Boeing 747 model named 'Shahjehan' from Air India's legendary Emperor fleet graces Delhi's Red Fort during a landmark UNESCO meeting on intangible cultural heritage. The aircraft model stands alongside nearly 300 priceless artifacts from the famed Maharaja Collection, symbolically returning Emperor Shah Jahan's legacy to the fort he commissioned, as international delegates gather to discuss safeguarding cultural traditions amid modern urbanization.
Historic 150 Years of Vande Mataram: Special Parliamentary Debate to Honor India's National Song
Dec 01, 2025 09:43 pm CST
The Lok Sabha is set to hold a special 10-hour discussion marking the 150th anniversary of India's National Song 'Vande Mataram,' with Prime Minister Narendra Modi likely participating. This historic parliamentary debate will explore the song's significance in India's freedom movement, cultural heritage, and contemporary relevance, commemorating Bankim Chandra Chatterjee's composition that has inspired generations of patriots since its first publication in 1875.
Arunachal Pradesh's Traditional 'Dao' Blade Receives GI Tag Recognition: Preserving Indigenous Craftsmanship Heritage
Nov 21, 2025 10:24 pm CST
Arunachal Pradesh's traditional handcrafted 'dao' blade has received the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag, marking a significant milestone in preserving indigenous craftsmanship. Hand-forged by master tribal artisans using ancestral techniques, this recognition adds to the state's growing collection of 20 GI-tagged items, supporting local artisans while protecting cultural heritage and creating new economic opportunities.
Gautam Adani Warns of AI's Impact on India's Cultural Identity While Championing Civilisational Strength
Nov 21, 2025 10:05 pm CST
In his address at the Global Indology Conclave 2025, Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani emphasized how India's civilisational strength enables its economic success while warning that artificial intelligence represents a new form of invasion threatening cultural identity. He stressed the importance of preserving India's philosophical heritage and knowledge systems to navigate technological transformation, connecting personal experiences with epic narratives to illustrate how traditional values can guide modern development.
Reviving Indology: Adani Group and Ministry of Education Launch Landmark Research Initiative
Nov 20, 2025 09:33 pm CST
The Adani Group and Ministry of Education's IKS division have launched a significant Rs 13.16 crore national programme to revitalize Indology, supporting 14 PhD scholars researching India's traditional knowledge systems. This five-year initiative aims to reestablish India's ownership of its cultural heritage and integrate ancient wisdom with contemporary academic disciplines through research-driven perspectives.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Inaugurates ₹327 Crore Brahmaputra Riverfront and Gateway Terminal Projects in Guwahati
Nov 08, 2025 02:08 am CST
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has inaugurated two landmark projects in Guwahati - the Brahmaputra Riverfront and Gateway River Terminal, valued at ₹327 crore. These Smart City Mission developments feature a 1.2km riverfront with seven cultural gateways, recreational zones, and a water terminal for river cruises, transforming the Brahmaputra riverbank into a major tourism and cultural destination.