British-era heritage sites need preservation, states should work on it with more seriousness: ShekhawatUnion Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has called for greater seriousness from states in preserving British-era public assets. The...
29 May, 2026, 12.19 PM IST
American vlogger was warned against visiting Bihar, what he said after the Darbhanga trip surprised many. WatchAn American travel vlogger, @TonyKMontana, shared an enthusiastic video of Bihar's Darbhanga, challenging stereotypes and showcasing its pa...
27 May, 2026, 02.54 PM IST
PM Modi's gifts: Muga silk stole for Italy PM, Ladakhi stole for Sweden PM, Kesar mangoes for UAE prezPrime Minister Narendra Modi presented unique Indian gifts to world leaders during his recent five-nation tour. Items included Muga silk st...
21 May, 2026, 07.12 PM IST
India-Trinidad archival pact to help diaspora trace ancestral roots: JaishankarExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar announced an archival cooperation agreement between India and Trinidad and Tobago. This pact will as...
10 May, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
Can there ever be a Great Indian ‘State of the Nation’ novel?Indian novels often focus on specific regions rather than the entire nation. This is due to India's immense diversity. Authors find success...
09 May, 2026, 10.14 PM IST
India, Jamaica agree to boost trade, skilled mobility: JaishankarIndia and Jamaica are strengthening trade and cooperation for skilled professionals. Agreements were signed in health, solarisation, and br...
05 May, 2026, 09.54 PM IST
India, Jamaica agree to boost trade, skilled mobility, healthcare cooperation: JaishankarIndia and Jamaica are forging a dynamic partnership to enhance trade and foster collaboration in skilled labor. Recent talks delved into ar...
05 May, 2026, 03.11 PM IST
Reports again raise spectre of 'demolition' of Patna's Sultan Palace, spark outcryThe Bihar Cabinet has greenlit plans for a luxurious five-star heritage hotel at the Sultan Palace, a remarkable edifice constructed in 192...
18 Apr, 2026, 08.18 PM IST
Reviving a legacy: President Murmu hails Nalanda University as a global beacon of knowledge and heritagePresident Droupadi Murmu attended the Nalanda University convocation. She highlighted the university's revival as a symbol of global commit...
31 Mar, 2026, 04.15 PM IST
World becoming more multi-polar, democratisation of global order underway: EAM JaishankarExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar observed a "democratisation of global order" at the Nalanda University convocation, stating the worl...
31 Mar, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
Comprehensively review maintenance standards at UNESCO sites: Par panel to govtA parliamentary panel has urged the culture ministry to review India's UNESCO World Heritage Sites. A plan for upgrading maintenance and vi...
27 Mar, 2026, 10.20 AM IST
PM Modi, Amit Shah extend wishes on Bihar Diwas, vow to propel state towards all-round developmentPrime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah conveyed their heartfelt wishes on Bihar Diwas, celebrating the state's rich...
22 Mar, 2025, 10.26 AM IST
Course of river to be diverted to protect 2,500-year-old Bihar archaeological site: Nitish KumarKumar visited Guwaridih village in Bihpur block, from where ancient terracotta objects such as utensils and ornaments, various tools, trian...
20 Dec, 2020, 09.37 PM IST
Delhi out of UNESCO tag race in 2015; eyes on Nalanda in 2016The city of Delhi being pulled out of the race for the UNESCO Heritage List was one of the biggest dampeners in the field of art and cultur...
03 Jan, 2016, 11.08 AM IST
- INTACH to open Bhagalpur Chapter next month; Gaya on radar
The second edition of the school quiz, spanned the entire country, ranging from Srinagar to Port Blair and Daman to Darjeeling, among 110 c...
22 Nov, 2015, 11.28 AM IST
Instead of heritage city, Darbhanga became orphaned: Residents"Politicians come here every election, make loud speeches, attack their opponents and then go back, only to return in the next polls. "
04 Nov, 2015, 12.35 PM IST
- Patna heritage bungalows dismantled for Rs 360cr museum
Even as Bihar marks 100th anniversary, six of the capital's British-era heritage bungalows are being dismantled to make way for a "world-cl...
24 Mar, 2013, 03.32 PM IST