Recently, International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) has prepared a report ‘Evaluations of Nominations of Cultural and Mixed Properties’ for the 46th ordinary session of the World Heritage Committee to be held in New Delhi With this recommendation, the first-time applicant Moidams are just one Read More …
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Maharishi Sushruta
Recently, the All-India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) hosted the Second National Seminar SAUSHRUTAM Shalya Sangoshti in honour of Sushruta Jayanti 2024 (15th July). Maharishi Sushruta About: Maharishi Sushruta was an ancient physician from Kashi (Varanasi), revered as the Father of Indian Medicine and Surgery. Key Contributions Books: The Read More …
Centre set to tweak criteria for according classical language status
Context: With many languages seeking classical status, the Central government has decided to change the criteria for classical status to any language. About classical language The term ‘Indian classical languages,’ or Shastriya Bhasha, encompasses languages in India with a rich history, significant antiquity, Read More …
CM Stalin releases books on folk deities, forts of Tamil Nadu
Folk Deities of Tamil Nadu- Worship, Tradition and Custom The book on folk deities, focuses on the innumerable folk deities of Tamil Nadu. Some of these have a pan-regional appeal, while others are worshipped in a particular area or by Read More …
Udayagiri-Khandagiri Caves
Context: The President of India, Droupadi Murmu visited Udayagiri caves, situated in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. About Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves: The caves are situated on two adjacent hills, Udayagiri and Khandagiri mentioned as Kumari Parvata in the Hathigumpha inscription. They have a number of finely carved caves built Read More …