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Apr 08, 2019
Dozens of mummified mice found in ancient Egyptian tomb dating back 2,000 years
A human mummy was found inside, along with more than 50 mummified mice in the tomb in Egypt. -
Apr 08, 2019
Heritage havelis, architecture in Rajasthan decaying from years of neglect
If quick action isn't taken to preserve these historic treasures, it may decay in two decades. -
Feb 10, 2019
Mumbai's iconic 'blue' Knesset Eliyahoo Synagogue open to public, after year-long restoration
An example of neo-Classical architecture, the Knesset Eliyahoo Synagogue is home to beautiful stained glass panels and cast-brass lighting. Non-Jews will now be allowed to not just witness prayers here but also participate in them -
Jan 31, 2019
After Mumbai civic body fixes water leakages, 155-year-old Flora Fountain to reopen soon
The Flora Fountain in South Mumbai, which was shut down soon after it was unveiled due to water leakages, will reopen soon, a BMC official said -
Nov 14, 2018
Rosogolla Dibas: What this humble sweet, once at the centre of a culture war, means to Bengal
Rosogolla Dibas is a timely reminder to all of us to not take our heritage for granted. Envious neighbours are always coveting a piece of the chhena pie -
Jul 02, 2018
NGT bans felling of trees in south Delhi colonies till 19 July, issues notices to NDMC, NBCC
The National Green Tribunal on Monday ordered status quo on tree felling in South Delhi colonies and directed that no trees would be cut till 19 July. -
May 12, 2018
As Kolkata's Gurusaday Museum struggles to survive, there's renewed interest in its treasure trove of folk art
The Gurusaday Museum — which opened in 1963 and is housed in a sprawling building in Joka on the fringes of the city amidst a mango orchard now heavy with fruit — is facing its darkest hour -
May 10, 2018
Red Fort 'adopted' by Dalmia group: Corporate role in restoring heritage monuments needs greater scrutiny
The idea of outsourcing the maintenance of heritage monuments to private companies is not new, but it has to be executed with greater sophistication. -
Mar 06, 2018
Kolkata's timekeeper: Meet Swapan Dutta, a fourth generation supervisor of the city's clocks
The Dutta family has been looking after the clock towers of Kolkata ever since the British Raj | #FirstCulture -
Feb 04, 2018
Portrait of a Nation, A Nation in Portraits: Sarmaya unveils collection of rare, vintage photos
Curated by Madhavan Pillai, Sarmaya's first exhibition takes us on a journey across the Indian subcontinent through a selection of grandiose landscapes and majestic portraits | #FirstCulturePhotos
