'Return Kohinoor': Mamdani to raise Kohinoor demand with King Charles III during New York visit; watch what he said publiclyNew York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has called for the return of the Kohinoor diamond ahead of King Charles III's visit. The diamond, a contested...
01 May, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
Sacred relics of Lord Buddha arrive in Leh for public exposition, LG Vinai Kumar Saxena calls it historic occasionSacred Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha arrived in Leh for a historic public exposition, commencing a major spiritual celebration. Lieutenant...
30 Apr, 2026, 12.29 AM IST
Could this Titanic survivor’s life vest sell for nearly $500K at auction? Here's what you need to knowA life vest worn by Titanic survivor Laura Mabel Francatelli is up for auction. Francatelli, a first-class passenger, survived the 1912 dis...
15 Apr, 2026, 08.20 PM IST
Egypt unveils world's largest museum dedicated to single civilisationEgypt unveils the colossal Grand Egyptian Museum, a 20-year project aimed at revitalizing its tourism sector. Housing over 50,000 ancient E...
01 Nov, 2025, 02.19 PM IST
From Ram Durbar to Nataraja: Over 1,300 gifts received by PM Modi go under the hammer on his 75th Birthday; See the most interesting onesMarking Prime Minister Modi's 75th birthday, a unique e-auction launches, featuring over 1,300 gifts he received. Running from September 17...
17 Sep, 2025, 11.36 AM IST
French museum hit by 9.5 mn euro porcelain heistThieves snatched three porcelain works worth millions of euros and classed as national treasures in a heist at a French collection in the s...
04 Sep, 2025, 11.43 PM IST
Entry to all ASI sites to be free on International Museum DayTo celebrate International Museum Day, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is offering free entry to all its sites and museums nationw...
17 May, 2025, 10.06 PM IST
Don't just save them, keep, show and tellIndia's successful intervention halted the auction of ancient Buddha relics at Sotheby's, emphasizing the nation's commitment to reclaiming...
09 May, 2025, 11.16 PM IST
How long will cultural appropriation continue?Western museums and collections house sacred objects from various cultures, often acquired during colonial times. The article highlights th...
12 Oct, 2024, 12.37 AM IST
Gold buying Akshaya Tritiya 2023: Is it mandatory to buy hallmarked gold coins?The mandatory order only applies to gold jewellery and artefacts. Take note that necessary hallmarking applies to even white gold alloy.
18 Apr, 2023, 01.18 PM IST
Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya soon to have gallery on PM Narendra Modi; open for public in January 2023"A new gallery on present Prime Minister Narendra Modi is being added to the Sangrahalaya. It is scheduled for public viewing in January 20...
27 Oct, 2022, 08.54 PM IST
How well do you know India? This Independence Day weekend, here are 10 museums to test your GKThis I-Day weekend, engage in some time travel and visit these museums to unravel more about our history.
05 Aug, 2022, 12.55 PM IST
Goa: Union minister Sitharaman to inaugurate National Museum of Customs and GSTThe recent addition comes in the form of the GST gallery that showcases journey of the making of Goods and Services Tax, the most historica...
11 Jun, 2022, 12.03 AM IST
5,000 years of Iranian artefacts including ancient sculptures, photographs on display at London museum'Epic Iran' features more than 300 items from ancient, Islamic and contemporary Iran.
26 May, 2021, 08.44 AM IST
UK redefines treasure to cover bronze, copper as well as gold and silverThe move is one of the biggest changes to the act since it came into effect nearly 25 years ago for more archaeological finds to be protect...
04 Dec, 2020, 05.03 PM IST
Victoria Memorial to unlock historical paintings, artefactsMeasuring 274 inches by 196, the painting shows the state entry of King Edward VII, then prince of Wales, into Jaipur in 1876.
16 Feb, 2015, 11.10 AM IST
India expects Australia to return antique idols: Envoy"We are satisfied with the steps taken and cooperation extended by the Australian government in response to this issue," High Commissioner ...
04 Jun, 2014, 03.06 PM IST