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A single Ficus elastica tree forms the backbone of a double-decker bridge near the village of Nongriat in the Indian state of Meghalaya.

Meghalaya's 'living' root bridges inch closer to UNESCO tag

September 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.

Assam's Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma (L), Charaideo Moidam (M), Prime Minister Narendra Modi (R).

CM Sarma hails PM Modi for 'Moidams' UNESCO inclusion

July 26, 2024, 03:16 PM - 2 min read

Union Culture Minister Gajendra Shekhawat personally conveyed the news to Sarma during a press conference, prompting a heartfelt response from the Chief Minister.

A glimpse of the Moidams in Assam's Patkai foothills, showcasing the royal necropolis of the Tai-Ahom dynasty, a newly inscribed UNESCO World Heritage site.

Assam's 'Moidams' earn UNESCO World Heritage status

July 26, 2024, 12:57 PM - 2 min read

The announcement came during the ongoing 46th session of the World Heritage Committee (WHC) in India.

World Heritage Committee Session Draws Global Delegates.

PM Modi announces million dollar UNESCO contribution

July 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.