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"Heading towards being Vishwaguru": Delhi Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh on additi
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Delhi Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh on Wednesday said that UNESCO's action to inscribe Deepawali in the Intangible Heritage List shows that India is heading towards being 'Vishwaguru'.
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Glowing Recognition: Deepavali inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural H
Updated : 3 months ago IST
The festival has been recognised under the "Social practices, rituals and festive events" domain, becoming the sixteenth element from India to feature on UNESCO's List of Intangible Cultural Heritage.
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'Soul of our civilisation': PM Modi hails addition of Deepavali to UNESCO
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday hailed the inscription of the festival of Diwali to the UNESCO Intangible Heritage List. Highlighting how the festival stands closely linked to India's culture and ethos, PM Modi said that the addition would contribute to the festival's global pop
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Recognition of cultural, spiritual significance: EAM hails addition of Dee
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday hailed the inscription of Diwali to the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
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"Joyous moment": UNESCO adds Deepavali to Intangible Cultural Heritage Lis
Updated : 3 months ago IST
In a post on X, he said, "A joyous moment as Deepavali, the festival of lights, marking the triumph of good over evil and the return of Lord Rama to his kingdom, Ayodhya, which is celebrated globally, is added to the @UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list."
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The Leela Unveils Mirrors Of Hope: Lippan Art Christmas Trees Crafted By W
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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 10: The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts unveils 'Mirrors of Hope', a signature festive initiative that brings the traditional artistry of Lippan work into a contemporary expression of Indian luxury across select Palace hotels. Installed as handcrafted
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India-Nepal Cultural Festival's 3rd edition held in Lumbini, celebrates sh
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The third edition of the India-Nepal Cultural Festival was held in Nepal's Lumbini region on Monday, showcasing the deep cultural, historical and Buddhist ties between the two neighbouring countries.
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"Matter of immense joy": PM Modi as UNESCO's 20th Intangible Cultural Heri
Updated : 3 months ago IST
In a post on X, PM Modi noted that the prestigious global forum has brought together over 150 nations "to protect and popularise our shared living traditions", as the session is being held for the first time in India and at the iconic Red Fort.
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EAM Jaishankar calls intangible heritage most "democratic expression of cu
Updated : 3 months, 1 week ago IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar inaugurated a UNESCO session at the Red Fort, calling traditions and cultural practices the most "democratic expression of culture." India is hosting the event for the first time as UNESCO reviews nominations and support efforts to safeguard intangible
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Jaishankar highlights India's role in safeguarding global intangible herit
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday underscored India's longstanding commitment to protecting global cultural traditions as he addressed the inaugural session of the UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage in New Delhi.
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Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia participates in globally acclaimed Hor
Updated : 3 months, 1 week ago IST
Echoing the deep personal bond he shares with the region, the Minister said, "My relationship with Nagaland and its 17 tribes is one I feel from the heart. I bring with me the hopes, aspirations and unwavering commitment of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whose Act East vision is transformi
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Raksha Khadse hails KIUG for promoting unity and sporting excellence
Updated : 3 months, 1 week ago IST
Union Minister of State (MoS) for Youth Affairs & Sports, Raksha Khadse, who graced the closing ceremony of the Khelo India University Games (KIUG) 2025, lauded the Games for fostering excellence and unity among young athletes. She said that the event was an opportunity for sportspersons fro
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