UNESCO World Heritage
Two Chinese Men Face Legal Consequences for Vandalizing Sacred Mount Tai with Superstitious Inscriptions
Nov 16, 2025 08:00 pm CST
Two men from Shandong Province were convicted of damaging cultural heritage after writing superstitious messages on Mount Tai, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The court ordered fines, public apologies, and community service as compensation for their actions, which damaged 35 protected sites in a single day. The case highlights China's efforts to enforce cultural heritage protection laws.
Dangerous Encounter: Elephant Charges Tourists and Traps Woman Underwater During Botswana Safari Tour
Oct 01, 2025 12:47 pm CST
A protective mother elephant charged at American and British tourists in Botswana's Okavango Delta after they drifted too close to her calves during a safari canoe tour. The incident resulted in overturned boats and one woman being temporarily trapped underwater by the elephant's trunk, highlighting the dangers of wildlife encounters and the importance of maintaining safe distances from protective animal parents.
Taj Mahal Leads India's Tourism Revival: Attracts 6.9 Million Visitors as Foreign Tourist Arrivals Reach 9.95 Million in 2024
Sep 27, 2025 10:49 pm CST
India's tourism sector demonstrates strong recovery with the Taj Mahal attracting 6.9 million visitors in 2024-25, leading all protected monuments. Foreign tourist arrivals reached 9.95 million, showing a 4.52% increase from 2023, while NRI visits surged 52.15% above pre-pandemic levels. The tourism industry now contributes 5.22% to India's GDP and supports 84.63 million jobs nationwide.
"I Respect All Religions": Chief Justice BR Gavai After Deity Remark Row
Sep 18, 2025 06:48 pm CST
Chief Justice of India BR Gavai on Thursday said that his remarks in the matter concerning the restoration of a Lord Vishnu Idol in Khajuraho are being misportrayed on social media.