News: India and China are in talks to jointly nominate The Great Tang Records on the Western Regions, authored by Xuanzang (Hiuen Tsang), Chinese Buddhist monk and scholar, for recognition by UNESCO. About Xuanzang (Hiuen Tsang)-Chinese Buddhist monk and scholar Hieun Tsang (Xuanzang) was a Chinese traveller, scholar and Buddhist monk. His travel to India:… Continue reading Xuanzang (Hiuen Tsang)-Chinese Buddhist monk and scholar
Category: History and Art & Culture in News
Dancing Girl of Mohenjo-daro
News: In the new NCERT Class 9 Art textbook, the “Dancing Girl” of Mohenjo-daro has been published as a retouched image of the famous bronze figurine with its bare torso covered, sparking debate over censorship and the portrayal of historical artefacts. About the Dancing Girl of Mohenjo-daro It is a small bronze statuette (only 4… Continue reading Dancing Girl of Mohenjo-daro
Bundel Kesari Maharaja Chhatrasal
News: The Mahua Festival at the Madhya Pradesh Tribal Museum featured a special dance-drama on Maharaja Chhatrasal’s life and legacy. About Bundel Kesari Maharaja Chhatrasal Maharaja Chhatrasal (4 May 1649 – 19 December 1731) was a medieval Indian warrior who fought against the Mughal Empire and established an independent kingdom in Bundelkhand. Birth: He was born… Continue reading Bundel Kesari Maharaja Chhatrasal
Masroor Rock-Cut Temples
News: The Masroor Rock-Cut Temples in Himachal Pradesh have been highlighted as a unique heritage site known as the “Ellora of the Himalayas.” About Masroor Rock-Cut Temples The Masroor Rock-Cut Temples are an early 8th-century complex of 15 monolithic Hindu temples Location: The temple complex is situated in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, in the… Continue reading Masroor Rock-Cut Temples
Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship (Akademi Ratna) and Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards (Akademi Puraskar)
News: The General Council of Sangeet Natak Akademi selected seven Akademi Fellows and 108 Akademi Award recipients for 2024 and 2025. About Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship (Akademi Ratna) Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship (Akademi Ratna) is the highest, most prestigious and rare honour conferred by the Sangeet Natak Akademi for sustained contribution in performing arts. Origin:… Continue reading Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship (Akademi Ratna) and Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards (Akademi Puraskar)
Maulana Barkatullah Bhopali
News: The executive council of Bhopal’s Barkatullah University has passed a proposal to change its name to Vagdevi Bhojpal University. It was named after Maulana Barkatullah Bhopali. About Maulana Barkatullah Bhopali Maulana Barkatullah Bhopali was a nationalist, renowned scholar, and the first Prime Minister of India’s first provisional government-in-exile. Birth: He was born in Bhopal… Continue reading Maulana Barkatullah Bhopali
Udant Martand
News: Hindi Journalism Day is observed on 30 May every year to celebrate the role of journalism as the fourth pillar of democracy. The day marks the launch of Udant Martand, India’s first Hindi newspaper. About Udant Martand Udant Martand is India’s first newspaper published in Hindi. It was first published on May 30, 1826.… Continue reading Udant Martand
Arahant Sariputta and Arahant Mahamoggallana
News: The sacred relics of Arahant Sariputta and Arahant Mahamoggallana, the chief disciples of Gautama Buddha from Delhi to Mongolia. About Arahant Sariputta and Arahant Mahamoggallana They were the two chief disciples of the Buddha. Arahant Sariputta, known as the disciple foremost in wisdom. Arahant Mahamoggallana, renowned for meditative powers and spiritual attainments. Sariputta was… Continue reading Arahant Sariputta and Arahant Mahamoggallana
Famous Megalithic Site of Chokahatu
News: Researchers and local groups renewed efforts to secure UNESCO World Heritage status for the megalithic site of Chokahatu in Jharkhand. About Famous Megalithic Site of Chokahatu Chokahatu is a famous megalithic burial site associated with the Munda tribe, where stones were erected in honour of the deceased as part of a long-standing cultural tradition. Location:… Continue reading Famous Megalithic Site of Chokahatu
Khajuraho Group of Temples
News: Yoga Mahotsav 2026 was organised at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Western Group of Temples, Khajuraho, marking the 25-day countdown to International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026. About Khajuraho Group of Temples The Khajuraho Group of Temples represents the culmination of northern Indian temple art and architecture of the Chandella dynasty. Location: Khajuraho temples… Continue reading Khajuraho Group of Temples
