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India's Cultural Heritage: New Proposals for UNESCO World Heritage List

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23 Mar 2026

India is home to 44 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, with the Ministry of Culture recently submitting proposals for two new sites: the Ancient Buddhist Site, Sarnath, and the JingkiengJri / Lyu Charai Cultural Landscape. The Archaeological Survey of India manages conservation efforts for these sites, ensuring the protection and maintenance of monuments across the country.

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MoTA Chintan Shivir 2026 Highlights Tribal Empowerment Strategies

The Chintan Shivir 2026, organized by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, focused on enhancing governance and livelihood strategies for tribal communities in India. Key discussions at the two-day event led by Union Minister Jual Oram emphasized the need for effective last-mile delivery of government schemes and integration of traditional practices

Global Launch of 'Padma Doree' Textile Initiative

The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region unveiled 'Padma Doree,' a cross-cultural textile project blending Northeast India's Eri silk with Madhya Pradesh's Chanderi heritage, aiming to promote sustainable, artisan-driven textiles. Source: Original Link

DPIIT Reviews Key NICDC Projects in Haryana and Rajasthan

Shri Amardeep Singh Bhatia, Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), conducted a review of significant projects under the National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC) in Haryana and Rajasthan. The review aimed at assessing infrastructure advancements, stakeholder consultations, and furthering industrial ecosystem development through projects like the

Shri Amit Shah Inaugurates Dairy Infrastructure in Ladakh

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Shri Amit Shah inaugurated various dairy infrastructure projects in Ladakh, including a new dairy plant in Kargil. The initiatives are set to enhance the region's self-sufficiency and connect local dairy producers to markets across India. Emphasizing self-reliance, the projects aim to benefit local

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MoTA Chintan Shivir 2026 Highlights Tribal Empowerment Strategies

Global Launch of 'Padma Doree' Textile Initiative

DPIIT Reviews Key NICDC Projects in Haryana and Rajasthan

Shri Amit Shah Inaugurates Dairy Infrastructure in Ladakh