CULTURAL TREASURES
Best Sudha Murty books: A Journey Through Timeless Tales and Cultural Richness
Sudha Murty's best books offer a delightful blend of simplicity, wisdom, and cultural richness. Her works, including "Wise and Otherwise," "Mother I Never Knew," and "Grandma's Bag of Stories," capture the essence of Indian traditions and values. Through her captivating storytelling, Murty presents tales of kindness, resilience, and moral lessons, appealing to both children and adults. Explore the best books by Sudha Murty for a treasure trove of timeless narratives that inspire, educate, and entertain, making them cherished reads for generations.
SCO chair Kazakhstan to host unique World Nomadic Games celebrating Central Asian spirit
Kazakhstan will host the SCO Summit this week and is set to organize a series of international events this year, including the ‘World Nomadic Games’ to celebrate local traditions. The country, under President Tokayev, plans to maintain a balanced foreign policy while hosting numerous international forums in 2024.
National Treasure 3: Director reveals details about Nicolas Cage’s return
Despite fans' anticipation, the long-awaited third installment of the National Treasure franchise remains uncertain. Nicolas Cage, the iconic star of the series, has voiced his frustration about the delay.
Sacred Games: How Indian mythology is taking over gaming consoles
Indian gaming enthusiasts now have access to games rooted in Indian history and culture, like managing the Ayodhya Ram Temple's functioning and building the Vande Bharat Express. Players can immerse themselves in the world of the legendary Tamil emperor Rajendra Chola and experience high-speed chases and stealth attacks.
Google Arts & Culture and India's Ministry of Agriculture launch digital exhibit on millets
"The digital exhibition highlights the history of millets from ancient grains to modern-day superfoods, as well as their nutritional benefits, contribution to global climate resilience, and potential to address global food security challenges," a release added.
Personal legacies are as precious as monuments
On World Heritage Day, images of a vintage wooden dressing table and desk were shared, showcasing places and edifices known and unknown. The person who inherited the furniture shared reminiscences about her late parents. While institutions and awareness campaigns focus on built heritage and Unesco provisions to preserve culture as intangible heritage, vast amounts of familial legacies are being lost, mostly without people realizing it.
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This village near Goa appears only once a year
Every summer, Kurdi village in Goa emerges from beneath the waters, revealing a glimpse of its rich history. Once a thriving community submerged by the Salaulim Dam, Kurdi resurfaces for a brief period in April and May. Former residents return to revisit old landmarks like the Sacred Heart of Jesus Chapel and the Someshwar Temple.
Learning a new language
But this joy extends beyond mere communication. It encompasses a deeper connection with new cultures and the people who speak it. Through language, one gains access to literature, music, films and traditions, offering a window into a community's soul. Every idiom and expression carries within it a wealth of history and collective experience, enriching not only the mind but also the spirit.
India is a treasure trove of fish; here's why we should be pescatarian!
Indians love cutlets of all kinds, but we tend to make them as a snack and a way to use up leftovers. Most people would rate a chicken cutlet a distant second to a tandoori chicken or curry dish.
Government of Goa and MakeMyTrip forge partnership to further propel tourism in Goa
MakeMyTrip signs an MoU with the department of tourism, government of Goa, for a public-private partnership to boost tourism. The partnership aims to promote Goa's inland treasures, cultural heritage, and culinary traditions, as well as sustainable and regenerative tourism practices.
Goa Govt, MakeMyTrip ink pact to promote state's cultural, culinary traditions
The Government of Goa and Indian travel company MakeMyTrip have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote Goa as a year-round destination. The partnership aims to showcase Goa's lesser-known inland treasures, rich cultural tapestry, and delectable culinary traditions. MMT will bring its digital innovation and marketing expertise to broaden Goa tourism's reach.
Shivaji Jayanti ‘24: From pioneering guerilla warfare to launching the Indian Navy, 5 interesting facts about Shivaji Maharaj
Over the centuries, Shivaji has emerged as a symbol of Hindu nationalism and cultural revivalism. Despite being a pious Hindu, Shivaji was an advocate of religious pluralism and tolerance.
Culture calendar: 'Modi Gallery' to open soon, India biennale exhibitions till March 31
The cultural calendar for 2024 in India is set to be vibrant, featuring seven thematic exhibitions in the Red Fort complex until March, showcasing India's art and architectural legacy. Additionally, the 'Modi Gallery,' dedicated to events from Prime Minister Modi's tenure, is expected to open around January 16.
Highlights from Elite Ensemble by Phoenix Kessaku: A symphony of opulence and culture
Phoenix Kessaku, in collaboration with Elite Ensemble, hosted a series of exclusive events offering unique experiences including artistic expressions, music, literary discussions, humor, and gastronomy. The events took place at Phoenix Kessaku, an elite residential property in Bangalore known for its luxurious living and wellness-focused design.
Visiting a Local Market
Online grocery platforms rule our urban lives. So, visiting a local market can be a different experience altogether. Unlike online shopping - even though it is super-convenient and saves time and energy - entering a farmer's market is like entering a treasure trove of rich flavours, vibrant colours and aromas.
2,000-yr-old Roman home with a magnificent mosaic unearthed
The building, which dates to between the second half of the 2nd century BC and the end of the 1st century BC, is "an authentic treasure", Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano said in a statement.
Hollywood power couple Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones explore India's cultural treasures
Hollywood power couple Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones, accompanied by their son Dylan, recently embarked on a tour of India, exploring enchanting destinations like Kabini, Thanjavur, and Goa.
Dutch museum returns 2,000-yr-old Scythian artefacts to Ukraine after 9-yr-legal battle
Ancient Crimean gold treasures returned to Kyiv Monday after being stuck in a Dutch museum for nine years, where they were on show when Russia seized the Black Sea peninsula in 2014.
Discovering an artefact
In a delightful encounter with time and heritage, a small, forgotten historical structure has been unearthed, sparking immense joy among enthusiasts and historians alike. This discovery is more than just stumbling upon architectural remnants; it's a journey into our collective history, a poignant reminder of the profound connection between our present and a storied past.
Goldin Auctions' 2023: George Clooney's Batsuit, first-print ‘Harry Potter,' Einstein manuscript among rare treasures
Goldin Auctions' 2023 Fall Pop Culture Elite Auction is a digital haven for enthusiasts and collectors, featuring a diverse array of rare and valuable items. The offerings span iconic Pokémon cards, vintage video games, historical manuscripts, and Hollywood memorabilia, captivating the interest of avid collectors.
Colombia to recover San Jose’s ‘Holy Grail of Shipwrecks’ with treasure worth $20 billion; Who will claim it all?
First uncovered in 2015 reportedly by Colombian navy divers, the San Jose rests nearly 3,100 feet underwater.
Colombia's quest for a multi-billion-dollar sunken treasure amid legal dispute
Colombia faces a legal quagmire in its quest to recover the Spanish galleon San José, a sunken treasure valued at up to $20 billion. President Gustavo Petro aims to expedite the retrieval before his term ends in 2026, calling for a public-private partnership. The heart of the issue lies in determining the legitimate discoverer of the treasure. Glocca Morra (now Sea Search Armada) claims they found it in 1981, offering the coordinates to Colombia, while the government asserts it discovered the wreck in 2015, sparking a $10 billion legal battle.
Colorado Day: What is it and how can you celebrate? Know everything about the historic day
The first celebration of Colorado Day took place in 1877, and it has continued as a cherished tradition ever since.
Unveiling ancient treasures: Met Museum's 'Tree & Serpent' shines a light on early Buddhist art in India
The Metropolitan Museum's newest exhibition, "Tree & Serpent: Early Buddhist Art in India, 200 B.C.E.-400 C.E.," features over 50 sculptures from India that took over a decade to gather on loan, making it the first exhibit of its kind in a United States museum in years.
Tourist who carved fiancee’s name on Rome’s amphitheatre Colosseum is now on Italian govt watchlist, could face 5-yr jail term
If caught, the man may have to serve five years in prison or pay 15,000 euros (About Rs 13 lakh).
Dumpster diving gains traction on social media as corporate waste culture reaches all-time high
On average, a Danish citizen spends around 1000-2000 DKK (approximately Rs 12,000-14,000) on groceries, Sofie reveals that she has spent only 100 DKK (approx Rs 1200) in the past six months on essentials like salt and spices. Concerns regarding health hazards and encounters with rodents and insects often arise in discussions about dumpster diving. Remarkably, Sofie insists that she has not encountered any rats or animals throughout her three years of dumpster diving.
India plans repatriation of Kohinoor, colonial artefacts from UK: Report
Senior officials in New Delhi believe that such historical artefacts can reinforce a strong national cultural identity, with Lily Pandeya, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Culture, quoted as saying: "Antiquities have both physical and intangible value, they are part of the continuity of cultural heritage, of community and national identity. By robbing these artefacts, you are robbing this value, and breaking the continuity of knowledge and community."
Terracotta bull heads & dolphin idols unearthed in Southern Italy
Excavators have found a figurine of the Greek deity of love, Eros, riding a dolphin in Rome.
PM Modi pens letter on NMACC opening, lauds Nita Ambani's efforts to promote Indian art & culture
Modi is positive that NMACC will make art and culture accessible to a larger section of society.
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