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Water seepage in Cave 32 at the Ellora complex is threatening rare ninth-century Jain frescoes.
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India has nominated the Ancient Buddhist Site at Sarnath for UNESCO World Heritage status in the 2025–26 cycle. The dossier has been submitted under updated 2024 guidelines.
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The United States is planning to withdraw from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) amid claims of anti-Israel bias and mounting Chinese influence, according to the New York Post, which cited the White House on Tuesday.
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Darjeeling’s iconic toy train is preparing for a night-time transformation, with plans under way for moonlit rides aboard glass-roofed coaches. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway hopes to combine nostalgia, romance and eco-tourism in a scenic journey through the starlit hills.
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The national park, spread across 200 square kilometers in Bastar district, is known for its dense sal forests, hills, waterfalls, and caves.
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Forty per cent of the global population lacks access to education in a language they speak or understand, according to UNESCO’s Global Education Monitoring (GEM) report. The study highlights disparities in learning outcomes, urging countries to implement multilingual education policies to bridge linguistic barriers and ensure inclusive education for all learners.
Read moreSeptember 15, 2024, 11:17 AM - 3 min read
The bridges, a marvel of traditional knowledge and sustainable architecture, are currently listed as a tentative UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Union Culture Minister Gajendra Shekhawat personally conveyed the news to Sarma during a press conference, prompting a heartfelt response from the Chief Minister.
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The announcement came during the ongoing 46th session of the World Heritage Committee (WHC) in India.
Read moreJuly 21, 2024, 10:53 PM - 2 min read
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the Bharat Mandapam to inaugurate the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee. This marks the first time India is hosting the World Heritage Committee Meeting, which will take place from July 21 to 31 in New Delhi. Modi expressed immense joy and highlighted the significance of the event for India.
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