Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah Hajj route treasure: 1,200-year-old Abbasid-era gold, silver gemstone-studded jewellery shock archaeologistsA significant archaeological find in Saudi Arabia's Al-Qassim region has unearthed a ceramic jar containing over 100 pieces of gold, silver...
07 Jun, 2026, 03.15 PM IST
Archaeologists uncover Egyptian monument showing a Roman emperor portrayed as a pharaohAn ancient Egyptian stela, 2,000 years old, was discovered in Luxor. It shows Roman Emperor Tiberius as an Egyptian Pharaoh. This artifact ...
08 May, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
Alexandria’s Lost Pleasure Barge: How a 2,000-Year-Old Egyptian Thalamegos Reveals Roman-Era LuxuryA remarkable 2,000-year-old Egyptian pleasure barge, a thalamegos, has been discovered off Alexandria's coast. This ancient vessel, designe...
03 Mar, 2026, 04.07 PM IST
Tata Group's Taj debuts in Cairo with 300-room hotelTata group hospitality firm Indian Hotels Company Ltd on Monday announced the signing of a Taj hotel in Cairo, marking the brand's debut in...
22 Dec, 2025, 03.55 PM IST
The US decision to leave UNESCO again puts a spotlight on what the agency doesUNESCO, supported by international partners, has been instrumental in rebuilding Mosul and preserving global cultural heritage. Despite the...
23 Jul, 2025, 10.27 PM IST
Why 5,000-year-old Egyptian mummies smell sweet and spicyScientists have determined that Egyptian mummies, some up to 5,000 years old, emit aromas described as woody, spicy, and sweet. The pleasan...
15 Feb, 2025, 01.27 PM IST
Sabyasachi heavily trolled, Internet critics call models ‘Egyptian mummies’Trolls targeted his autumn collection, lambasting it for having expressionless models.
06 Nov, 2023, 01.26 PM IST
How Egyptian luxury brands are harnessing traditional craftsmanship and carving a path to riches to the worldHow Egyptian luxury brands are harnessing traditional craftsmanship from jewellery to carpet weaving to bring the country's ancient cultura...
18 May, 2023, 06.31 PM IST
India celebrates 74th Republic Day on Kartavya Path; showcases military might, cultural heritage"Nari Shakti" was predominantly the theme of the celebrations with President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a host of oth...
27 Jan, 2023, 07.25 PM IST
India will strive to build consensus among G20 nations on global issues: JaishankarThe government is also seeking the support and cooperation of all the G20 members for the success of India's Presidency, said Jaishankar in...
07 Dec, 2022, 04.56 PM IST
From Dior, Maroon 5 to Black Eyed Peas, Egypt dusts off pyramids for fashion, pop and art showsThe modern cultural push is a new direction for Egypt's image.
05 Dec, 2022, 08.54 AM IST
Louvre Museum's former director charged with money-laundering in art trafficking caseJean-Luc Martinez has been accused of conspiring to hide the origin of archaeological treasures.
28 May, 2022, 01.05 PM IST
UNESCO chooses new chief amid tensions over Palestinian roleVoting by UNESCO's 58-member executive board starts Monday and continues through the week until a candidate wins a majority.
09 Oct, 2017, 02.56 PM IST
- U.S. to help Egypt restore hundreds of pharaonic era coffins
EGYPT-CULTURE/COFFINS (TV,PIX):U.S. to help Egypt restore hundreds of pharaonic era coffins
17 Jan, 2017, 07.57 PM IST
- Egyptian children awarded for winning 'Glimpses of India'
Hundred winners from 15 different categories of annual "Glimpses of India" contest were given prizes at a ceremony organised yesterday by t...
11 Nov, 2014, 08.01 PM IST
- Turkey calls for peace in Egypt
Expressing concern at the violence during the weeklong protests in Egypt, Turkey has urged both the Egyptian government and opposition grou...
01 Feb, 2011, 12.50 PM IST
- Egypt crisis: World leaders call on Mubarak to implement reforms
German Chancellor Angela Merkel told Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak that she expected him and his newly nominated govt to grant freedom o...
31 Jan, 2011, 10.21 AM IST