News: Chhattisgarh government is giving the Sirpur archaeological site a major upgrade, including battery-operated golf carts, digital exhibits, and immersive storytelling modules, as part of its efforts to prepare Sirpur for a UNESCO World Heritage Site nomination. About Sirpur Archaeological Site Location: Sirpur is located in the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh. The site dates back… Continue reading Sirpur Archaeological Site
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Lachit Borphukan
News: Every year, 24th November is celebrated as Lachit Diwas to mark the birth anniversary of Ahom general Lachit Borphukan. About Lachit Borphukan Lachit Borphukan was an Ahom army commander known for leading the 1671 Battle of Saraighat against the Mughals. Birth: He was born on 24th November 1622. Battle of Saraighat: In the 1671… Continue reading Lachit Borphukan
Ghoomar Dance
News: Ghoomar Festival 2025 will, for the first time, be held simultaneously at all seven divisional headquarters of Rajasthan. About Ghoomar Dance Ghoomar or ghumar is a traditional folk dance of Rajasthan. Meaning of the name: The name comes from the word “ghoomna,” which means to twirl or spin. Origin: It originally began as a… Continue reading Ghoomar Dance
Ramman Festival
News: President Droupadi Murmu received a Ramman mask at a special Uttarakhand Assembly session, spotlighting this centuries-old Garhwal festival. About Ramman Festival It is a multiform cultural event that reflects the community’s environmental, spiritual, and cultural concepts and recounts its founding myths. Location associated with: Twin villages of Saloor-Dungra in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli. It strengthens community… Continue reading Ramman Festival
Ramnami Tribe
News: At Chhattisgarh Foundation Day in Raipur, Prime Minister wore Ramnami tribe’s peacock-feather crown. About Ramnami Tribe The Ramnami tribe is a Hindu sect that worships Lord Ram and tattoos “Ram” on their bodies while wearing peacock-feather headgear. Location: They live mainly in villages along the Mahanadi river in Chhattisgarh, some also live in border regions… Continue reading Ramnami Tribe
UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN)
News: Prime Minister has congratulated Lucknow after UNESCO has named it a Creative City of Gastronomy, recognising its famous and diverse food heritage. About UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) The UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) is a project of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Launch and Objective: It was launched in… Continue reading UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN)
National Song (Vande Mataram)
News– Prime Minister urged citizens to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the National Song by upholding and passing on its values to future generations. About National Song (Vande Mataram) Composition: Vande Mataram was originally composed in Sanskrit by Bankimchandra Chatterjee and included in his novel Anand Math (1882). Significance: It enjoys a status equal to… Continue reading National Song (Vande Mataram)
Virtual Museum of Stolen Cultural Objects
News: UNESCO launched the Virtual Museum of Stolen Cultural Objects to confront illicit trafficking and reconnect communities with stolen heritage. About Virtual Museum of Stolen Cultural Objects It is an online museum that helps communities reconnect with their stolen cultural treasures and works to stop the illegal trade of heritage items, including those taken during… Continue reading Virtual Museum of Stolen Cultural Objects
Siddi Tribal Community
News: Recently , President Droupadi Murmu expressed happiness that the Siddi tribal community, a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group, has achieved a literacy rate of over 72 per cent. About Siddi Tribal Community The Siddi are an ethnic group in India and Pakistan with African roots from the Bantu community. They are also called Sheedi, Sidi,… Continue reading Siddi Tribal Community
Tiruppur Kumaran and Subramania Siva
News: PM paid tribute to Tiruppur Kumaran and Subramaniya Siva, praising their sacrifices, cultural pride, and patriotic inspiration for youth from Tamil Nadu. About Tiruppur Kumaran Birth: He was born on 4 October 1904 , in weaver family near Erode, Tamil Nadu He is also known as Kodi Kaatha Kumaran. Death: He died from injuries… Continue reading Tiruppur Kumaran and Subramania Siva
