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Thukkachi Temple: UNESCO-Awarded Shiva Temple Restoration

Thukkachi Temple: UNESCO-Awarded Shiva Temple Restoration

Why in news? A detailed report highlighted the restoration of Thukkachi’s historic Shiva temple. The project combined traditional craft with modern ...

Jodhpuri Mojari: GI Tag for Rajasthan's Handmade Footwear

Jodhpuri Mojari: GI Tag for Rajasthan's Handmade Footwear

Why in news? The Geographical Indications Registry issued certificate 789 for Jodhpur’s Mojari craft. It sealed the certificate on 28 March 2026. Th...

Māori People: Culture, Waka & India-New Zealand Ties

Māori People: Culture, Waka & India-New Zealand Ties

Why in news? Prime Minister Narendra Modi referred to Māori ideas during an Indian community event in Auckland. He used “waka”, meaning canoe, fo...

TribeX Platform: Tribal Heritage Courses & Digital Archive

TribeX Platform: Tribal Heritage Courses & Digital Archive

Why in news? The Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched TribeX on 7 July 2026. Union Minister Jual Oram launched it at a national workshop in Bhubaneswar...

Prambanan Temple: Java's Hindu Site & India's ASI Role

Prambanan Temple: Java's Hindu Site & India's ASI Role

Why in news? Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Prambanan on 8 July 2026, and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto accompanied him. Both leaders un...

Mahabodhi Temple: Foreign Donations, MHA Rules & UNESCO Status

Mahabodhi Temple: Foreign Donations, MHA Rules & UNESCO Status

Why in news? The Indian Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) resolved a long‑standing issue concerning foreign currency donations at the Mahabodhi Temple ...

Garhwa Fort: Location, Buddha Idol Theft & Temple Complex

Garhwa Fort: Location, Buddha Idol Theft & Temple Complex

Why in news? On 4 July 2026 the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested the last remaining accused in a 2002 idol theft case. The arrest relate...

Pandavani Folk Art: Teejan Bai, Origin & Mahabharata Tales

Pandavani Folk Art: Teejan Bai, Origin & Mahabharata Tales

Why in news? On 5 July 2026 veteran Pandavani singer Teejan Bai passed away in Raipur at the age of 69. She was the most celebrated exponent of the Ch...

Matcha Tea: History, Preparation Methods & Health Benefits

Matcha Tea: History, Preparation Methods & Health Benefits

Why in news? Matcha tea has gained global popularity for its vibrant colour and claimed health benefits. Understanding its origins and how it is produ...

Trimbakeshwar Temple: Amrit Kund Discovery, History & Jyotirlinga

Trimbakeshwar Temple: Amrit Kund Discovery, History & Jyotirlinga

Why in news? In late June 2026 workers cleaning the Amrit Kund at Maharashtra’s Trimbakeshwar temple found a stone Shivalinga at the bottom of the 6...

Thewa Art: Rajasthan's GI Tag Craft & Making Process

Thewa Art: Rajasthan's GI Tag Craft & Making Process

Why in news? During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to Slovakia in June 2026, he presented the Slovak President with cufflinks featuring ...

Sarinda: Tripura's Traditional Musical Instrument Gets GI Tag

Sarinda: Tripura's Traditional Musical Instrument Gets GI Tag

Why in news? In June 2026 Tripura’s traditional bowed instrument, the Sarinda, was granted a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. The recognition will ...

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