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Ambedkar Circuit

In News A special tourist train, to cover Ambedkar Circuit, was announced About The Ambedkar Circuit was proposed in 2016 and it  covers Madhya Pradesh’s Mhow, Ambedkar’s birthplace; Nagpur, where he converted to Buddhism; the residence in Delhi where he lived during his last years; and Dadar in Maharashtra, where his body was cremated. Like […]

Qutb Shahi Tombs

In News The restored Qutb Shahi tombs complex in Hyderabad would be open to tourists and it will help make a strong case for Unesco World Heritage City.  About Qutb Shahi Tombs Built by the Qutub Shahis, these tombs are considered to be among the oldest historical monuments of Hyderabad. Located in the Ibrahim Bagh […]

Shumang Leela

In News The 50th All Manipur Shumang Leela Festival 2021-2022 kicked off  in Imphal. About Shumang Leela which means ‘Courtyard performance‘ is a traditional Manipuri theatrical art form considered to have developed in the 19 th and 20 th century. It is believed to be descended from Lai Haraoba, a ritual of the Meiti Community. […]

Basilica of Bom Jesus

In News The Basilica of Bom Jesus in Old Goa, a major tourist attraction, would be closed for visitors for a month for restoration. About The Basilica of Bom Jesus is part of the Churches and Convents of Goa listed under UNESCOs World Heritage List. It contains the tomb of St Francis-Xavier, illustrating the evangelization […]

Chola Dynasty

In News Recently, the Idol Wing-CID has submitted documents to U.S. officials through the Central government to retrieve six exquisite Chola-era bronze idols. About  These idols went missing from the Veeracholapuram temple in Kallakurichi district in the 1960s.  The temple was constructed 900 years ago by Chola king Rajendra Chola.  Chola Dynasty Origin: The reign […]

Mandala Art

In News  Mandala patterns have been adapted by artists the world over, each of whom have added their own interpretation and painted it as their own. About Mandala  Literally meaning “circle” or “centre” in Sanskrit. It is defined by a geometric configuration that usually incorporates the circular shape in some form.  It can also be […]

Parsi New Year/ Navroz

In News Paris New Year (also called Navroz) is celebrated every year on August 16 by the Parsi Community.  Parsi New Year/ Navroz About: Navroz or Nowruz is an Iranian and Persian New year. The word ‘now’ means ‘new’ and ruz means ‘day’. Therefore, the word literally translates to a new day.’  It is celebrated […]

Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)

In Context The “regular monitoring” is done by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to assess damage to its monuments by any atmospheric agents and natural causes. Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) It is a premier organisation under the Ministry of Culture, for the archaeological research and protection of the cultural heritage of the nation. […]

Maharaja Serfoji II

In News Recently, the exquisite 19th century stolen painting of Maharaja Serfoji II has been traced to a US museum. About Painting The painting has Raja Serfoji and his youthful son It was probably painted between 1822 and 1827 Kept in the Saraswathi Mahal.  Image Courtesy: sputniknews Maharaja Serfoji II Serfoji was the last of […]

Bonalu Festival

In Context Bonalu is an annual festival celebrated in twin cities Hyderabad and Secunderabad, and parts of Telangana. About the Festival The festival is dedicated to Goddess Mahakali, as ber belief, a ferocious avatar of Goddess Durga. The word “Bonam” signifies a meal or a feast in Telugu.  During this, the devotees offer rice cooked […]