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No winter, no snowfall, but everything turns white: Why this North Eastern state transforms into a snowy wonderland every summerManipur transforms into a summer wonderland as towering silk cotton trees release fluffy white fibres, creating a spectacle resembling snow...- Seychelles envoy meets Assam Governor, discusses bilateral tiesLakshman Prasad Acharya said that Seychelles is globally admired for its natural beauty, ecological richness and unique biodiversity. Drawi...
- A Lost City Beneath a Mountain Lake? What Divers Found in Kyrgyzstan Is Rewriting HistoryDivers found an ancient city underwater in Issyk-Kul lake. This discovery supports local legends of a flood. Researchers believe it is a Si...
- A golden journey to SamarkandThere may not be much silk in the heart of the Silk Road, but some things should stay a mystery, a mirage to fantasise about.
- Uzbekistan positions itself as hub for Indian business, students & tourists in Central AsiaA summit in New Delhi strengthened ties between India and Uzbekistan. The focus was on education, business, healthcare, tourism, and cultur...
- UNESCO General Assembly to be held outside Paris for first time since mid-1980sThe historic city of Samarkand in Uzbekistan will host the UNESCO General Assembly in 2025, marking the first time since 1985 that this key...
- Kashi now being seen as a model of heritage and development: PM Modi at BHUModi will be presenting awards to the winners of the Kashi Sansad Gyan Pratiyogita, Kashi Sansad Photography Pratiyogita, and Kashi Sansad ...
- Iran's ancient 'wind catchers' beat the heat naturallyYazd, an ancient city in Iran's desert, is known for its tall wind catchers that provide natural cooling without electricity or emissions. ...
- What is China's Belt and Road Initiative?A decade since its launch, the Belt and Road Initiative has yet to entice significant Western engagement.
- Iran's architectural marvel: Ancient 'wind catchers' that harness nature's power to beat the heatThe ancient Persian city of Yazd has developed engineering marvels, such as wind catchers known as badgirs, to stay cool in summer temperat...
- China will always stand by Pakistan's 'core interests': Chinese Vice PresidentAddressing a meeting on Sunday organised by the Pakistan-China Institute (PCI), the senior Chinese leader said the world was passing throug...
- Uzbekistan’s High Speed Rail linking key cities has lessons for IndiaHigh- speed rail has been able to revolutionise travel in the Central Asian state — connecting Tashkent with historic cities of Samarkand a...
- At Belt and Road Forum, Xi Jinping says all countries should respect sovereigntyOutlining China's vision, Xi Jinping referred to ancient Silk Road and spoke about significance of various civilisations, including the "In...
- Palmyra, the ancient pearl of Syria's desertListed as a UNESCO world heritage site, the "pearl of the desert" is a well-preserved oasis 210 kilometres northeast of Damascus.
- A historical treat awaits you on your next Chinese vacationIf ever there was a time to plan a trip to China, it’s now. The country is in the midst of a major facelift, with thousands of years of his...
- Indo-China joint Silk Road Economic Belt & Maritime Silk Road: China seeks to address misgivingsThere are worries that China will utilise this to project power and military prowess much to discomfort of others.
- India submits 46 entries for UNESCO world heritage sites listThe list was submitted to the World Heritage Centre in April as per UNESCO guidelines, Culture Minister Mahesh Sharma said in a written rep...
- Take the fitness route! Walk on a heritage pathHow many of us think walking can be a great exercise? This vacation, take fitness on to the roads in your own city to discover a past era.
- UN agency lauds Kerala's plans to revive 'Spice Route'Kerala's initiative to revive and promote the two millennia-old spice route, through tourism has received a boost, with the UN agency.
- Quick getaway: Shillim, Rewari and YelagiriAway from the commercialised centre of Lonavala, Shillim offers a bouquet of natural beauty to admire and explore while here for the weeken...
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