Global concern surfaced after the Assam Police arrested a prominent activist while he was protesting against a public-private partnership tourism venture near the world-famous Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve.
The UNESCO delegation arrived at Natungram on July 8 and conducted a door-to-door visit to get a first-hand assessment of the art form.
West Bengal tourism minister Shankar Ghosh said a final decision on organising the Durga Puja Carnival in 2026 would be taken after a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari.
The accused persons sold tickets worth Rs. 4,000 for 'Preview Shows' of selected 24 Durga Puja Pandals in Kolkata which were selected by the organisation Mass Art, claiming falsely as being selected by UNESCO.
For centuries, kohl has been more than just eyeliner. It’s a symbol of ritual, medicine, and self-expression. UNESCO’s recognition honours its enduring cultural, spiritual, and historical significance across India, the Middle East, and North Africa.
As Uttar Pradesh moved toward 2026, tourism was no longer limited to pilgrimages alone.
Recently, there has been a public debate around the “Macaulay mindset”. English again has found a central place in India’s education discourse.
Deepavali (Diwali) has been added at the 16th spot in the UNESCO Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The announcement was made at the 20th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for Intangible Cultural Heritage, being held at Red Fort in New Delhi.
The historic Red Fort complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has been chosen as the venue, symbolising the convergence of India’s tangible and intangible heritage under one roof, the government said.
The Chief Minister, in a statement here on Monday, has described it as a symbol of India's democratic traditions and global acceptance of an egalitarian society.
