India's 'Maratha Military Landscapes' nominated for UNESCO World Heritage List 2024-25
India nominated the 'Maratha Military Landscapes' for inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage List for the 2024-25 cycle. This significant move by the Culture Ministry highlighted the exceptional fortification and military systems envisioned by the Maratha rulers.
The 'Maratha Military Landscapes of India' comprise twelve components, including Salher Fort, Shivneri Fort, Lohgad, Khanderi Fort, Raigad, Rajgad, Pratapgad, Suvarnadurg, Panhala Fort, Vijay Durg, Sindhudurg, and Gingee Fort. These structures, dating back to the 17th and 19th centuries, span across Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, showcasing the strategic military prowess of the Maratha rule.
The nomination of the 'Maratha Military Landscapes' falls under the category of cultural property. These landscapes were included in the Tentative List of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 2021. India's nomination aims to preserve and bring global recognition to these historical sites.
The Maratha Military Landscapes include hill forts, hill-forest forts, hill-plateau forts, coastal forts, and island forts. This variety reflects the Marathas' adaptability and ingenuity in using the natural terrain to their advantage.
Jan 24, 2024
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy Inaugurates Five New Galleries at Salar Jung Museum in Hyderabad
Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, G. Kishan Reddy, inaugurated five new galleries at the renowned Salar Jung Museum in Hyderabad. Recognised as one of India's premier cultural institutions, the Salar Jung Museum has undertaken significant initiatives under the leadership of Kishan Reddy to revitalise its exhibitions.
The five new galleries are:
Indian Sculpture Gallery: Featuring nearly 40 artifacts, some dating back to the 2nd Century B.C., including a fragment from Bharhut with a lotus medallion and the Kakatiya period's 'Anantsayana Vishnu.'
Bidriware Gallery: Showcasing 300 unique objects, including exquisite 'huqqa' bases and ewers.
Lamp and Chandelier Gallery: Displaying 180 antique objects from around the globe.
European Bronze Gallery: Housing over 100 bronze statues.
European Marble Gallery: Featuring 50 outstanding marble sculptures.
These galleries not only enrich the museum's repertoire but also offer visitors a captivating journey through the diverse realms of Indian and global artistry.
Jan 20, 2024
Mamata Banerjee Inaugurates 47th Kolkata Book Fair, Featuring the UK as the Theme Country
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee inaugurated the 47th International Kolkata Book Fair, at the Boi Mela Prangan in Central Park, Salt Lake, marking an early start compared to the previous edition when the gates opened on January 30.
The United Kingdom (UK) held the spotlight as the theme country for this year's (2024) book fair.
Jan 19, 2024
Tallest Ambedkar Statue Unveiled in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
The Andhra Pradesh government unveiled the world's tallest statue of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, the esteemed architect of the Indian Constitution, in a grand ceremony in Vijayawada.
The colossal structure, named the 'Statue of Social Justice,' stands at an impressive height of 206 feet, making it one of the top 50 tallest statues globally, with Sardar Vallabhai Patel's 'Statue of Unity' claiming the top spot.
Jan 18, 2024
Arunachal Pradesh's Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival
The 9th edition of the Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival (PPHF), a state festival of Arunachal Pradesh, will take place at Seijosa in the Pakke Kessang district from January 18-20, 2024.
The festival focuses on wildlife conservation, with a particular emphasis on hornbills. Four species of the birds — Wreathed, Great Indian, Oriental Pied and the endangered Rufous-necked — are found in the Pakke Tiger Reserve (PTR) of Arunachal Pradesh.
The first-ever PPHF was held in January 2015. The aim was to recognise the role played by the Nyishi, the largest tribal group in Arunachal Pradesh, in conserving hornbills in PTR.
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