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TTD Vision 2047 to strike balance between tradition and modernity

TIRUMALA: With the clarion call given by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, who emphasised the need to balance traditional aesthetics with modern functionality in Tirumala’s development, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam aims to transform the hill shrine into a role model pilgrim centre with its Vision 2047 Mission, said TTD Executive Officer J Syamala Rao. He explained that the TTD has invited …

Ttd Tirumala Development Plan Vision 2047

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PM Modi Interacts with Odia Worker in Kuwait During Official Tour

Deccan Chronicle

Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with an Odia worker from Ganjam district and other Indian workers during his two-day official visit to Kuwait, emphasising their invaluable contributions to the nation’s development. Babul expressed his gratitude to the Prime Minister for organising the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Odisha, highlighting the event’s role in showcasing Odia heritage and culture on an …

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Vision 2047 to Change Tirumala Into Model Pilgrimage Centre

Deccan Chronicle

Tirupati: The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams has unveiled the ambitious “Vision 2047 Mission” to make Tirumala into a model pilgrimage centre, blending traditional values with modern infrastructure. Inspired by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu’s “Swarna Andhra Vision 2047”, the initiative seeks to address current and future requirements through sustainable development, heritage conservation, and advanced technology while preserving Tirumala’s spiritual significance. Addressing …

Ttd Pilgrim Tirumala Vision 2047

1 day, 17 hours ago

Kannada Sahitya Sammelana displays ancient scripts, celebrates heritage

New Indian Express

MYSURU: A school going boy with curiosity leaned closer to a monitor, trying to decipher an ancient Kannada script displayed on the screen. This scene, a mix of wonder and camaraderie, was one of many at the Akshara Bhandara platform that captivated visitors during the 87th Kannada Sahitya Sammelana in Mandya on Saturday. The interactive exhibits captivated attendees with its …

Karnataka Ancient Kannada Sammelana Bhandara Platform

1 day, 23 hours ago

Little Flower High School, Abids, Celebrates Little Flower Fiesta cum Annual Day 2024-2025

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: Little Flower High School, Abids, Hyderabad, hosted its much-anticipated Little Flower Fiesta cum Annual Day 2024-2025 with grand celebrations and vibrant performances by students. The event began with a traditional Indian cultural dance performed by students in elegant traditional attire, reflecting the rich heritage of the country. Sreedevi, I.A.S., Commissioner & Director of Municipal Administration & Urban Development, Government …

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2 days, 17 hours ago

World Saree Day 2024: Celebrating elegance, tradition, and empowerment

India Today

World Saree Day is an annual celebration dedicated to honouring the saree, a timeless and versatile garment that represents the rich cultural heritage of South Asia. From its historical roots to its global appeal, World Saree Day is a tribute to the artistry, craft skills, and cultural diversity embodied by this traditional attire. OBJECTIVES OF WORLD SAREE DAY Celebrate Tradition: …

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2 days, 18 hours ago

A traditional send-off in New Orleans for an innovative brass band musician

Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS — Blaring trumpets and joyful voices resounded in a New Orleans neighborhood this week as about 100 people marched in honor of John “Prince” Gilbert, a key member of innovative brass bands that have become an important part of the city’s music scene over the past several decades. Gilbert, who died last weekend, played the saxophone for Rebirth …

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Work on Gangaikonda Cholapuram museum set to begin by Pongal

The Hindu

Work to construct the Gangaikondacholapuram museum near the Arulmigu Peruvudaiyar temple, a world heritage site in Ariyalur district, is set to begin by mid-January next year. The ₹22.10-crore museum would be constructed with joint efforts of the Public Works, Tourism, Culture, Religious Endowment and Archaeology departments. A large central display hall would display antiques unearthed from excavation sites in Maligaimedu …

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Yogi Adityanath Slams Temple Desecration After Bhagwat’s Remarks

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: A day after RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat talked about inclusivity and gave a call to avoid raking up temple-mosque disputes, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday highlighted the destruction of Hindu temples in various parts of the country in the past. Citing Kashi Vishwanath temple, Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir, Mathura’s Krishna Janambhoomi, and Sambhal’s Harihar Bhoomi temples, …

Uttar Pradesh Bangladesh Sanatan Dharma Hindu Hindus Temple Yogi Adityanath

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Mudumal's 3,000-Year-Old Menhirs Could Gain UNESCO Recognition

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad:Mudumal, a small village in Narayanpet, could gain international acclaim for its 3,000-year-old megalithic menhirs, the only one of their kind, which hold historical, cultural and astronomical significance. The organisation is researching the site and making efforts to bring the Unesco World Heritage Site tag for Mudumal. "While Korea also has some depictions of Ursa Major, Mudumal is the only …

Stones Stone Unesco Heritage Site Dr Rao Mudumal

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Establish geopark in Visakhapatnam, INTACH urges the Union and State governments

The Hindu

The Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage Visakhapatnam convener D. Rajasekhar Reddy has urged the State and Central governments to work on establishing geopark in Visakhapatnam as the city has the potential to join the prestigious UNESCO Global Geoparks Network. The initiative of geopark would involve integrating major geological and archaeological sites under a unified Geopark Management Authority …

India State Reddy Unesco Geological Geopark Intach Visakhapatnam

3 days, 17 hours ago

Tirumala to have vision document in line with Chandrababu Naidu's Vision 2047

India Today

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams announced the launch of Tirumala Vision 2047, an initiative aimed at the sustainable development, environmental management, and heritage conservation of the town. This initiative aligns with the state government's Swarna Andhra Vision 2047, with an emphasis on transforming Tirumala into a globally recognised model of spiritual and sustainable growth. The initiative aims to blend traditional aesthetics with …

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Fostering an awareness of 20th-century architectural heritage

China Daily

Part of the stepped garden residence complex on the North China University of Technology campus. Still in use, Lyu's project was inscribed on the fourth batch of Chinese 20th-century architectural heritage sites, co-presented by the Chinese Cultural Relics Society and the Architectural Society of China in 2019. To keep up with the international trend of studying and safeguarding 20th-century architectural …

Architecture Heritage China Committee Chinese Century Architects

3 days, 17 hours ago

First Motto by Hilton Hotel lands in Qingdao

China Daily

Qingdao Urban Construction Group and Hilton Group signed a cooperation agreement on Dec 17, marking the official establishment of the first Motto by Hilton Hotel in Shinan district of Qingdao. The signing ceremony for the first Motto by Hilton Hotel in China to settle in Qingdao. Motto is a new lifestyle hotel created by Hilton, located in prime locations worldwide …

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High school basketball: Thursday’s scores from boys’ and girls’ games

LA Times

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL THURSDAY’S RESULTS BOYS Adelanto 68, River Valley 21 Agoura 71, Burbank Burroughs 42 Alhambra 41, Verdugo Hills 23 Alta Loma 69, Western Christian 40 Anaheim 75, Orange 65 Apple Valley 60, Silver Valley 55 Arleta 75, Math & Science College Prep 74 Arlington 54, Hillcrest 42 Artesia 64, North Valley Christian 47 Beckman 63, Portola 61 Big …

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Confluence of landforms

Deccan Chronicle

A library of cultures, languages, and ideologies — long serving as a crucible for artistic innovation and exchange. The exhibition Inked Legacies, Linking Geographies, curated by Deeksha Nath, offers a dazzling glimpse into one such enduring crusade — the relationship between the Faculty of Fine Arts, Vadodara, and the fertile artistic landscapes of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. “It’s not merely …

Art Telangana Artists Vadodara Printmaking Venkanna Inked Legacies

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TTD invites experts to draft Tirumala Vision 2047 document

Deccan Chronicle

The devasthanam has issued a Request for Proposal, inviting experienced agencies to contribute their expertise for planned development, heritage preservation and environmental sustainability of the sacred Tirumala hill town. Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has already emphasised the importance of preserving Tirumala’s cultural and religious heritage while incorporating sustainable and contemporary design principles to enhance pilgrims’ experience. His vision focuses …

Ttd Tirumala

4 days, 17 hours ago

China eases visa-free transit rules to boost openness, int'l exchanges

China Daily

The National Immigration Administration said the permitted stay for eligible foreign travelers has been extended from the previous 72 and 144 hours to 240 hours, or 10 days. "Compared with the previous 72- and 144-hour visa-free transit policies, a notable feature of the policy adjustment is the introduction of cross-regional travel, allowing foreign visitors to move freely across the designated …

Travel Policy China Visa Regions Foreign Liu

4 days, 17 hours ago

Hechi silk industry tops China for 19 yrs

China Daily

In Hechi, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, the silk industry has thrived for centuries, thanks to the region's abundant sunshine and ample rainfall. As of 2023, Hechi boasts 957,500 mu of mulberry orchards, representing 35.25 percent of Guangxi's total, and a fresh cocoon output of 206,200 metric tons, accounting for 40.31 percent of the region's production. The city's silk industry has …

Industry Silk Hechi

4 days, 17 hours ago

On a Himalayan trail

New Indian Express

Can winds whisper songs of the farthest of lands, the Himalayas? We were standing in the middle of a giant hallway where AI-enabled projections on the walls painted Himalayan heritage — animated snow-clad mountains, elusive snow leopards, monkeys, red pandas, and yak along with collages of flora and artefacts. The evocative presentation was ‘Where the Wind Tastes of Forgotten Songs,’ …

Himalayas Himalayan Trail

5 days, 6 hours ago

Amit Shah’s comment on Ambedkar: This disrespect has crossed all limits of tolerance, says Uddhav Thackeray

The Hindu

Former Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena leader Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the BJP and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for their alleged remarks on Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. He accused the BJP of systematically undermining Maharashtra’s heritage and leaders, stating, “For the past two-and-a-half to three years, and even earlier, certain BJP leaders have been …

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Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle

China Daily

An aerial view of the Macao SAR showing the modern skyline in July. The Macao Special Administrative Region, spanning a land area of 33.3 square kilometers, slightly smaller than Beijing Capital International Airport, proudly sits near the top global rankings for per capita gross domestic product, life expectancy of its residents, and the extent of its social welfare system. These …

Macao Economic Social

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle

China Daily

An aerial view of the Macao SAR showing the modern skyline in July. The Macao Special Administrative Region, spanning a land area of 33.3 square kilometers, slightly smaller than Beijing Capital International Airport, proudly sits near the top global rankings for per capita gross domestic product, life expectancy of its residents, and the extent of its social welfare system. These …

Macao Economic Social

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle

China Daily

An aerial view of the Macao SAR showing the modern skyline in July. The Macao Special Administrative Region, spanning a land area of 33.3 square kilometers, slightly smaller than Beijing Capital International Airport, proudly sits near the top global rankings for per capita gross domestic product, life expectancy of its residents, and the extent of its social welfare system. These …

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TTD Vision 2047 to strike balance between tradition and modernity

PM Modi Interacts with Odia Worker in Kuwait During Official Tour

Vision 2047 to Change Tirumala Into Model Pilgrimage Centre

Kannada Sahitya Sammelana displays ancient scripts, celebrates heritage

Little Flower High School, Abids, Celebrates Little Flower Fiesta cum Annual Day 2024-2025

World Saree Day 2024: Celebrating elegance, tradition, and empowerment

A traditional send-off in New Orleans for an innovative brass band musician

Work on Gangaikonda Cholapuram museum set to begin by Pongal

Yogi Adityanath Slams Temple Desecration After Bhagwat’s Remarks

Mudumal's 3,000-Year-Old Menhirs Could Gain UNESCO Recognition

Establish geopark in Visakhapatnam, INTACH urges the Union and State governments

Tirumala to have vision document in line with Chandrababu Naidu's Vision 2047

Fostering an awareness of 20th-century architectural heritage

First Motto by Hilton Hotel lands in Qingdao

High school basketball: Thursday’s scores from boys’ and girls’ games

Confluence of landforms

TTD invites experts to draft Tirumala Vision 2047 document

China eases visa-free transit rules to boost openness, int'l exchanges

Hechi silk industry tops China for 19 yrs

On a Himalayan trail

Amit Shah’s comment on Ambedkar: This disrespect has crossed all limits of tolerance, says Uddhav Thackeray

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle