Art Forms

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Art FormsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
27 Jul, 2026

English rendering of PM’s address in the 136th Episode of Mann Ki Baat on 26.07.2026

PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat highlights indigenous defence, private space success, water conservation, and cultural revival, urging 'Vocal for Local' for a self-reliant India.

Art FormsIndian Society and Diversity of IndiaBiotechnology
26 Jul, 2026

A lost Himalayan people emerges from a Ladakh cave, Pg13

Ancient Ladakh cave yields 1,500-year-old genomes, revealing complex North Indian, Tibetan, and Inner Asian ancestral origins.

Art FormsArchitectureImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora
26 Jul, 2026

Sarnath added to UNESCO Heritage List, Pg9

India's ancient Buddhist site Sarnath officially joins UNESCO World Heritage List at 48th Busan session, marking nation's 45th global heritage recognition.

Art FormsArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora
26 Jul, 2026

“Ancient Buddhist Site of Sarnath” Inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List

Ancient Buddhist Site of Sarnath in Uttar Pradesh secures UNESCO World Heritage status, becoming India's 45th property, boosting cultural diplomacy and heritage conservation.

Art FormsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesIntellectual Property Rights, IPR
25 Jul, 2026

Puri temple the only 'Jagannath Dham': Odisha's trademark move, Pg17

Puri Jagannath Temple Administration trademarks 'Jagannath Dham' and sacred terms, securing unique identity after inter-state dispute over cultural heritage.

Art FormsLiteratureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE Governance
24 Jul, 2026

DIGITISATION OF MUSEUMS AND ARCHIVES

Ministry of Culture digitizes 3.75 lakh museum artifacts and 3.5 lakh manuscripts, making India's rich heritage globally accessible via JATAN software and dedicated portals.

Art FormsWomen and Women's OrganizationsPoverty and Developmental IssuesDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders
16 Jul, 2026

Ministry of Rural Development Showcases Women-Led Rural Enterprises at Bharat Tex 2026

MoRD showcases Lakhpati Didis' women-led rural enterprises at Bharat Tex 2026, boosting economic empowerment and market access for 3 crore SHG members.

Art FormsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
11 Jul, 2026

Govt grants GI to Jodhpur's Mojari, industry stakeholders hail move, Pg10

Centre grants GI tag to Jodhpur's 200-year-old Mojari, boosting global branding and livelihoods for 35,000 artisans.

Art FormsLiteratureThe Freedom StruggleIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine
7 Jul, 2026

How the right to walk is integral to modernity, Pg9

Supreme Court declares 'Right to Walk' a fundamental right under Articles 19(1)(d) and 21, asserting pedestrian claim over automobiles and linking it to India's modernity.

Art FormsScience and Technology in Everyday Life
30 Jun, 2026

Maharashtra to use AI to analyse, document petroglyphs in Konkan, Pg14

Maharashtra allocates Rs 5 crore for AI-powered analysis of 20,000 BC Konkan petroglyphs, bolstering UNESCO World Heritage bid.

Art FormsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
29 Jun, 2026

From seas to skies, India is becoming self-reliant: Modi, Pg12

PM Modi champions India's defence self-reliance, celebrating maiden C-295 flight, LRLACM test, and indigenous warships, urging citizen austerity.

Art FormsLiterature
21 Jun, 2026

From Kalamkari painting to Kashmiri carpet, Modi's gifts to foreign dignitaries showcase India's heritage, Pg9

PM Modi gifts Kalamkari, Kashmiri carpets, and Dokra art to global leaders, showcasing India's rich heritage and traditional craftsmanship on international visits.

Art FormsPost Independence Consolidation and Reorganization
17 Jun, 2026

How a Mohenjo-daro figurine became a 'dancer' — and a challenge to 'modesty', Pg11

NCERT shades Mohenjo-daro's "Dancing Girl" amidst ongoing debates on its identity, colonial interpretation, and India-Pakistan artifact ownership.

Art FormsWomen and Women's OrganizationsEducation Sector
16 Jun, 2026

Dancing Girl, meet modest imagination, Pg10

NCERT controversially covers Mohenjo-daro's iconic Dancing Girl in textbooks, sparking debate on pedagogical philosophy and women's agency.

Art FormsThe Freedom StruggleIndian Diaspora
15 Jun, 2026

The hidden history of the Thai-Bharat connection, Pg8

Unveiling Thailand's pivotal, overlooked role in the Indian National Army's formation, from cultural hub to strategic base for Netaji's freedom struggle.

Art FormsLiteratureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
15 Jun, 2026

India, China in talks over joint UNESCO nomination for Xuanzang's work, Pg6

India, China advance joint UNESCO bid for Xuanzang's 7th-century travelogue, 'The Great Tang Records', amidst BRICS heritage safeguarding efforts.

Art FormsArchitecture
8 Jun, 2026

Rock marks, game boards: Wildlife trail leads to prehistoric past in Aravalli

Aravalli trail reveals rare prehistoric petroglyphs, tools, and game boards, showcasing continuous human activity from Palaeolithic to Mesolithic periods.

Art FormsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
2 Jun, 2026

Ethical use of AI in cultural space to be a key focus area at BRICS culture meetings, Pg12

BRICS cultural meetings to address ethical AI use, creative economy, and cultural heritage among member nations, fostering collaboration and sustainable development.

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