NATIONAL PALACE MUSEUM
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Planning a vacation to Telangana? How much it will cost, places to visit, suggested itinerary
If, instead of foreign holidays, you prefer to travel within India, here’s a series to help you plan the best vacations in each of the 28 states and 8 Union Territories. We highlight tourist attractions, culinary choices, modes of travel, and the costs involved. In the 23rd part of the series, ET Wealth takes you to Telangana.
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Shivaji's life depicted in 115 paintings at a Delhi exhibition
Mohan, in his address, extolled the Maratha ruler traced the genesis of the exhibition and added that Gore has "agreed to gift" this collection to the Ministry of Culture, and there is a plan to give it a permanent space in Delhi.
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Centuries-old artworks saved from Copenhagen's stock exchange blaze
As the blaze ripped through the 400-year-old Copenhagen landmark on Tuesday, passersby jumped off their bicycles to help firefighters, conservators and soldiers retrieve valuable paintings.
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Ghana artifacts that were looted 150 years ago by British forces have been returned by a US museum
The artifacts included an elephant tail whisk, an ornamental chair made of wood, leather and iron, two gold stool ornaments, a gold necklace and two bracelets.
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Greek govt spends 20 mn euro to revive 2,300-yr-old palace which hosted Alexander's crowning ceremony
At a ceremony on Friday, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis called the Palace of Aigai a "monument of global importance."
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Louvre Museum and Versailles Palace evacuated after bomb threats with France on alert
The Louvre Museum and Versailles Palace in Paris were evacuated following bomb threats. The threats came amidst heightened security in France after a fatal school stabbing by a suspected extremist. No incidents or injuries were reported at the Louvre, and the police conducted a search of the museum. The former royal palace at Versailles also received bomb threats and was being evacuated. The French government has raised the threat alert level and is deploying 7,000 troops to enhance security. The Louvre, a popular tourist attraction, receives thousands of visitors daily.
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China's military unveils animated tale of two elves and a historic scroll for Taiwan's reunification
The Chinese military released an animated film on National Day showcasing the reunification of two pieces of an ancient painting, symbolizing its commitment to incorporating Taiwan into its territory. The film, titled "Dreams Come True on Fuchun River," features two elves representing the torn pieces of the painting. Although China is seeking economic integration with Taiwan, the possibility of reunification through force remains a threat.
Cultural revival: Tunisia's historic Bardo national museum to welcome visitors again after 2-year closure
Tunisia's Bardo national museum is set to reopen soon, two years after it was closed when the parliament, which shares the same building, was shuttered by President Kais Saied. The museum, located in a historic palace and home to a remarkable collection of ancient Roman mosaics, has undergone some restoration work.
PM Modi to join President Emmanuel Macron for French National Day celebrations
It is uncommon for foreign leaders to be invited as guests of honour on the Bastille Day and the last time it was done was in 2017 when former US president Donald Trump was invited. A 269-member Indian tri-services contingent will participate in the parade. Three Rafale fighter jets of the Indian Air Force (IAF) will also join the flypast on the occasion.
Bharat Gaurav: Indian Railways to run special train to mark 76th anniversary of independence; all details here
Spanning over eight nights and nine days, the tour's first stop will be in Ahmedabad, where Mahatma Gandhi lived and was a major epicentre of the freedom movement. Tourists will visit Sabarmati Ashram, Dandi Kutir and Akshardham temple.
2,800-yr-old Assyrian stone tablet unveiled at Iraqi museum
The tablet was recently returned by Italy to the Iraqi government. It bears the insignia of Shalmaneser III, the Assyrian king who ruled the region of Nimrod, in present-day northern Iraq, from 858 to 823 BC.
IndiGo announces codeshare connections to Edinburgh
With this expansion, IndiGo's network of codeshare destinations with Turkish Airlines has gone up to 33 destinations in Europe. These new connections will offer travelers more options and easy access to Scotland, bolstering IndiGo's vision of increasing international connectivity.
King Charles III: The monarch with a multi-faith outlook, great love for India
King Charles III on Saturday became the 40th British monarch to be crowned at Westminster Abbey in London, surrounded by heavy symbolism of his many passions, including a drive towards more sustainable living, a multi-faith outlook and a great love for India and the wider Commonwealth.
King Charles III: The monarch with a multi-faith outlook, great love for India
"We have had many discussions, having met frequently over the years when he was the Prince of Wales and now as King, and he is adamant that the essence of different beliefs is one and the same," shares Lord Indarjit Singh, the Indian-origin House of Lords peer who will be representing the Sikh faith at the Coronation ceremony.
World Heritage Day: The missing Nicholson and other problems with India's monuments
Statue of John Nicholson, the notorious East India Company officer who led the assault on Delhi in the 1857 war, is one of the many missing monuments that continue to be listed by the government. According to a 2013 audit conducted by the Comptroller and Auditor General, there are 24 "untraceable" monuments that are still being considered as the MNIs. the number might actually be higher due to a lack of proper documentation.
Holidaying in Madhya Pradesh: National parks, forts, temples to visit, how much it will cost
We highlight tourist attractions, culinary choices, modes of travel, and the costs involved. In the 13th part of the series, ET Wealth takes you to Madhya Pradesh.
What is the cost of holidaying in Bihar
If, instead of foreign holidays, you prefer to travel within India, here’s a new series to help you plan the best vacations in each of the 28 states and 8 Union Territories. Look for tourist locations, sightseeing attractions, culinary choices, and the costs involved in each. In the fourth part, ET Wealth takes you to Bihar.
Most important cultural resource India needs to protect is its pluralism: Gopalkrishna Gandhi
"The most important cultural resource of India which it has to protect and which it has to foster and to offer to the world is the legacy of India's pluralism, India's belief in all its multiple faith, traditions.... and that I feel and fear is something which we may squander by sheer default and neglect," Gopalkrishna Gandhi, a former governor of West Bengal, cautioned.
Ferdinand Marcos Jr sworn in as the new President of the Philippines
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. takes an oath to serve as the 17th President of the Philippines on Thursday, 30th June 2022, after winning elections on 9th May 2022 with 31.6 million votes.
2022 Venice Biennale: There is more than meets the eye here
The 59th International Art Exhibition will take place from 23 April to 27 November 2022.
Russia's onslaught continues amid optimism over talks
In Kyiv, residents huddled in homes and shelters during a citywide curfew that was set to run until Thursday morning, as Russian troops shelled areas in and around the city, including a residential neighborhood 2.5 kilometers (1.5 miles) from the presidential palace. A 12-story apartment building in central Kyiv erupted in flames after being hit by shrapnel.
Afghan envoy to UN calls for establishing inclusive transitional government in Kabul, refers to 'images of Taliban mass executions'
Speaking at a special United Nations Security Council special session on Afghanistan, Isaczai expressed concern over the Taliban "not honouring the promises and commitments made in their statements at Doha and other international fora".
Historical fort cities of Gwalior, Orchha in Madhya Pradesh included in UNESCO world heritage cities list
A UNESCO team will visit the state next year and after having a look at the heritage properties will prepare a master plan for their development and conservation.
Back to grindstone as Louvre prepares to open, visitors get to spend only 54 seconds with 'Mona Lisa'
Museum-goers will need to reserve a time slot for their visit online.
Central Vista redo to free up 75 acres of public space
The redevelopment could mean razing 10 government buildings, including Shastri Bhawan, Udyog Bhawan, Krishi Bhawan, Vigyan Bhawan, Vice-President’s House and Lok Nayak Bhawan.
From Eastern Europe to South Czech Republic: Explore the heritage circuit of local cultures
The grounds of Kyoto Imperial Palace play host to the splendid Aoi Festival every May.
ETPanache Dialogues: Bose Krishnamachari believes art belongs to everyone; Sanjay Reddy says it's about love, emotions & investment
Gayatri Ruia feels that while elitist art will exist, but at the same time, public art also needs to be present.
100 day agenda: A snapshot of Ministries roadmap
On the directions of the PMO in March, all departments and ministries were told to be ready with 100-day governance plans.
Railways to unveil vintage hotels on 'Palace on Wheels' coaches
According to the proposal by the heritage wing of the railways, the vintage hotels-cum-restaurants would be built in the coaches of the train.
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