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Heritage
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October 04, 2026
Manu S. Pillai’s SAGA: How a documentary is unearthing Kerala’s hidden histories
The series gives a platform to diverse and passionate local experts, bringing forgotten traditions and syncretic histories to light for a wider audience
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July 16, 2026
On Rath Yatra, a vintage tram carries hopes for revival of Kolkata's old tracks
As Kolkata celebrated Rath Yatra, a decorated vintage tram rolled through the city, transforming a festive ride into a renewed campaign to restore one of its most enduring symbols of public transport
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May 14, 2026
When the past burns: Heritage in the crossfire of violence
Protecting cultural heritage is vital, as they serve as the anchor of identity and the connective tissue between past, present, and future, making their preservation crucial for a people's soul and memory
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May 14, 2026
Can World Heritage Week in India move beyond free entry at historic sights?
In order to create a real impact, there needs to be community building and participation to serve the larger aim of heritage preservation and promotion. A sustainable practice many countries are advocating
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May 14, 2026
Heritage preservation: Going beyond politics and religion
The recent events at Taj Mahal make me wonder if the celebration of World Tourism Day serves a larger, deeper impact or is it merely a day to inundate social media with travel photographs and videos?
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February 01, 2026
Textiles, sandalwood, Buddhist circuits: Union Budget 2026 on Indian culture, heritage
Among the key announcements are a new integrated programme for the textile sector, support for the sandalwood sector, and the development of Buddhist circuits in the northeast
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December 11, 2025
Deepavali, India’s festival of lights, shines brighter with UNESCO recognition
Diwali was added to UNESCO's heritage list in the presence of delegates from 194 member countries, international experts, and other UNESCO representatives worldwide
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September 20, 2025
THE WEEK Heritage Awards: Transforming India’s glorious history into a living experience
Indian heritage preservation is crucial for national identity and future generations. The WEEK Heritage Awards highlight efforts to make heritage a mass movement, encouraging experiential learning and innovative approaches beyond just physical monuments
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September 13, 2025
Guardians of heritage celebrated at The Week Heritage Awards 2025; here is the list of winners
'It is the human stories behind monuments, traditions and landscapes that make heritage come alive,' said Riyad Mathew, Chief Associate Editor and Director The Week
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July 16, 2025
EXCLUSIVE | 'We love Satyajit Ray!': Bangladesh halts ancestral home demolition following MEA India request
Speaking exclusively to THE WEEK, an official from the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi said there was a misunderstanding that the Bangladesh government wanted to demolish the house