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Maharani’s College building collapse triggers concern over fate of other heritage buildings
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maharani’s College building collapse triggers concern over fate of other heritage buildings

The Hindu  

The recent collapse of the Maharani’s Science College building, which resulted in the death of a worker, has reignited the debate over the conservation versus redevelopment of heritage buildings in Mysuru. Mysuru has over 130 notified heritage structures while a recent survey by the district heritage committee and others yielded more than 500 other buildings that qualify to be tagged …

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Restoration of heritage buildings in Mysuru through crowdfunding mooted
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Restoration of heritage buildings in Mysuru through crowdfunding mooted

The Hindu  

Restoration of Devaraja Market and Lansdowne Building through crowdfunding has been mooted to give a boost to conservation of heritage structures in Mysuru. Mr. Ningaraj Gowda said that Lansdowne Building and Devaraja Market lend heritage identity to Mysuru and years have passed since these two structures have reached a stage of decay and have collapsed. As there is no initiative …

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U.P. moves towards experiential heritage tourism, inspired by Rajasthan
3 months, 1 week ago

U.P. moves towards experiential heritage tourism, inspired by Rajasthan

Hindustan Times  

Chairman of FICCI U.P., Prateek Hira, said that Uttar Pradesh is working towards promoting experiential heritage tourism, following a model similar to Rajasthan’s success. Director tourism, Prakhar Misra, highlighted that heritage buildings could offer tourists an immersive experience by providing ethnic food, local cuisine, and opportunities to engage with locally sourced staff. Principal secretary tourism, Mukesh Meshram, assured that heritage …

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Supreme Court Adds ASI, INACH As Parties In Plea To Restore Mysuru's Heritage Buildings
3 months, 1 week ago

Supreme Court Adds ASI, INACH As Parties In Plea To Restore Mysuru's Heritage Buildings

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on December 4 impleaded Archaeological Survey of India and the UNESCO's Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage in a plea filed by journalist G. Satyanarayana Gouri, a veteran journalist based in Mysuru, for the restoration of two heritage buildings in Mysore city.The Special Leave Petition challenges the order of the Karnataka High Court whereby on. …

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Foreigners give thumbs-up to Qingdao's efforts in cultural heritage protection
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Foreigners give thumbs-up to Qingdao's efforts in cultural heritage protection

China Daily  

Laixi puppetry attracts the attention of attendees taking part in the Second Council Meeting of the Alliance for Cultural Heritage in Asia, which was held in Qingdao, Shandong province on June 19 and 20. Foreign guests attending the Second Council Meeting of the Alliance for Cultural Heritage in Asia, which was held in Qingdao, Shandong province on June 19 and …

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What India’s Jewish buildings have to say
11 months, 1 week ago

What India’s Jewish buildings have to say

The Hindu  

In 2017, Jose Dominic was invited to dinner with the Salem family in Kochi’s Jew Town. “We want to preserve the intangible heritage of the Jewish community, which was very important to Kochi.” At Mumbai’s Kala Ghoda Of India’s abundant heritage architecture, buildings of Jewish origin hold a special place. “It’s the family home of David Sassoon, an elegant classical-revival …

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Havelis in demand
1 year, 6 months ago

Havelis in demand

The Hindu  

India’s vast cultural heritage is visible across the country, especially in the structures erected in different epochs. Policies allow heritage buildings to be adaptively reused for new purposes like hotels, museums etc., while retaining their historic character. Heritage buildings can be redeveloped and adaptively reused as museums, offices, educational institutions, restaurants, cultural centres, public recreational spaces, commercial complexes, and religious …

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Ahead of monsoon, experts flag dangers to heritage structures in Mysuru, seek funds for conservation
1 year, 9 months ago

Ahead of monsoon, experts flag dangers to heritage structures in Mysuru, seek funds for conservation

The Hindu  

With the Southwest Monsoon likely to set in within a week, experts have expressed concern over the fate of heritage buildings in Mysuru, some of which are in bad shape due to lack of maintenance. The members of the District Conservation Sub Committee which inspected a slew of heritage structures of the city before the elections have flagged the three …

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From Bungalows to Bistros: The Trend of Transforming Heritage Buildings into Eateries
2 years ago

From Bungalows to Bistros: The Trend of Transforming Heritage Buildings into Eateries

News 18  

Bungalows and heritage buildings are not only architectural marvels but also hold immense historical and cultural significance. Furthermore, transforming heritage buildings and bungalows into restaurants also helps to preserve and showcase these historic structures, allowing them to be appreciated by the public in a new and exciting way. Here are some of the best bungalows and heritage buildings converted into …

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Is heritage in Mysuru on the brink of collapse?
2 years, 3 months ago

Is heritage in Mysuru on the brink of collapse?

The Hindu  

Recently, a portion of the century-old Maharani’s Science College and a portion of the Mysuru Palace fort wall collapsed following heavy rains in Mysuru. The collapse of a portion of Maharani’s College building prompted a protest across the city, with over 300 people holding a candlelight demonstration to draw the attention of the government to the plight of heritage buildings …

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MCC to seek special funds for conserving heritage buildings
2 years, 4 months ago

MCC to seek special funds for conserving heritage buildings

The Hindu  

The Mysuru City Corporation will reach out to Chief Minister Mr.Basavaraj Bommai and seek special funds for conservation of heritage buildings in the city. Making a presentation on the status of various heritage buildings in the city Prof. Rangaraju said that the Clock Tower needs immediate attention and chemical treatment to prevent rodents from gnawing away at the foundation. Prof. …

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Corpus fund mooted for maintenance of heritage buildings in Mysuru
2 years, 4 months ago

Corpus fund mooted for maintenance of heritage buildings in Mysuru

The Hindu  

The district heritage committee which met here on Thursday discussed the feasibility of creating a corpus fund for maintenance of heritage buildings in Mysuru. But in the absence of funds and lack of maintenance the heritage structures in Mysuru are crumbling – the latest being the Maharani’s Science College and this has raised concerns over public safety as some of …

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Portion of Maharani’s College heritage building collapses
2 years, 4 months ago

Portion of Maharani’s College heritage building collapses

Hindustan Times  

A portion of the Maharani’s Science College in Mysuru collapsed owing to the incessant rains over the last few days, people in the know of the matter said on Friday. This is not the first such incident as previously portions of several heritage buildings have collapsed in Mysore city, including Lansdowne Building, Devaraja Market, and Fire Station. “The heritage buildings …

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Lack of maintenance, incessant rains a threat to heritage buildings in Mysuru
2 years, 4 months ago

Lack of maintenance, incessant rains a threat to heritage buildings in Mysuru

The Hindu  

The two back-to-back collapse of landmark structures this week due to incessant rains has brought to fore poor maintenance of heritage buildings in the city and the lurking threat to public safety. But none of them receive adequate funds for maintenance..N.S.Rangaraju of District Heritage Committee and INTACH, Mysuru told The Hindu that as many as 25 buildings including major landmarks …

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Heritage buildings in Mysuru to be graded, check criteria for Grade I, II, III
2 years, 5 months ago

Heritage buildings in Mysuru to be graded, check criteria for Grade I, II, III

The Hindu  

The notified heritage buildings in Mysuru will be graded based on their architectural importance and their existing condition in an exercise that will help prioritise structures that require immediate intervention for conservation. This apart, a building or group of buildings of distinct architectural design, style or of historical period having sociological interest or of community value will also be considered …

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If you want to see heritage buildings, Mysuru shows how to do it in style
2 years, 5 months ago

If you want to see heritage buildings, Mysuru shows how to do it in style

The Hindu  

A ‘heritage walk’ held on October 1 as part of Dasara brought to fore the salient features of different architectural styles of monuments that dot Mysuru. Circle, Lansdowne Building, Jaganmohan palace, Parakala mutt, Oriental Research Institute, Crawford Hall, Deputy Commissioner’s office, Maharaja’s Junior College, Metropole Circle, railway station, Mysuru Medical College and Research Institute, and a slew of other heritage …

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Heritage buildings to be renovated and preserved, DC
3 years ago

Heritage buildings to be renovated and preserved, DC

The Hindu  

Rajendra on Sunday said the administration was committed to protect and preserve heritage buildings in the district. Addressing riders before flagging off a heritage bicycle rally here at the district office complex here, Dr. Rajendra said the old DC office building that has over four centuries of history too would be preserved. Commending the bicycle rally organised by the Department …

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London home for Indian ayahs to get Blue Plaque: History of this honour, who else received it
3 years ago

London home for Indian ayahs to get Blue Plaque: History of this honour, who else received it

Firstpost  

Indian ayahs or nursemaids who were left stranded by the British families who brought them along would find their way to the Ayahs’ Home in the Hackney area of east London. The Blue Plaque scheme, run by the English Heritage charity, honours the historic significance of particular buildings across London. The home’s Blue Plaque, part of the charity’s 2022 cohort, …

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Delhi Master Plan for heritage sector addresses safety and lack of infrastructure, in bid to foster vibrant public realm in capital
3 years, 9 months ago

Delhi Master Plan for heritage sector addresses safety and lack of infrastructure, in bid to foster vibrant public realm in capital

Firstpost  

According to the plan, location of all heritage assets that are maintained by respective agencies, shall be integrated with the GIS-based Delhi Spatial Information System. New Delhi: Integrating locations of all heritage assets with GIS based information system, extended timings for hotels and restaurants, preparing a comprehensive cultural resource management plan and setting up of heritage cells are among the …

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I was perfect for the job, but I couldn't even get into the building. Here's why
3 years, 11 months ago

I was perfect for the job, but I couldn't even get into the building. Here's why

ABC  

Imagine you're on your way to a job interview. Courtney Free, 26, completed a short-term internship as part of her law degree, but couldn't access the building's bathroom. Put simply, building designs sometimes prevent people with disabilities from gaining employment, because they can't even get through the front doors. She says buildings should have reasonable access for people with disability, …

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Push to preserve 50 Melbourne mid-century modern buildings proves divisive
4 years ago

Push to preserve 50 Melbourne mid-century modern buildings proves divisive

ABC  

Ilana Moses loves many things about her North Caulfield home in Melbourne's south-east, especially its history. Key points: A council in Melbourne's south-east wants to preserve mid-century architecture It's drawn up a list of 50 buildings it thinks are worthy of heritage protection But some are worried it will reduce property values by preventing redevelopment "Mid-century modern has always been …

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French technical experts to help restore heritage buildings in Chandigarh
4 years, 4 months ago

French technical experts to help restore heritage buildings in Chandigarh

Hindustan Times  

Teams of technical experts from France will help the Chandigarh administration in the restoration of heritage buildings and renovation of heritage furniture. In February, a high-level delegation comprising Brigitte Bouvier, director, Fondation Le Corbusier, and French embassy officials had visited various heritage sites to review the restoration work in Chandigarh. In the Monday’s meeting with administration officials, the French delegation …

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Heritage conservation and advisory committee constituted
5 years, 5 months ago

Heritage conservation and advisory committee constituted

The Hindu  

In an effort aimed at protection and conservation of heritage buildings in Puducherry, the territorial government has reconstituted the State-level Heritage Conservation and Advisory Committee headed by the Secretary to Government. The committee has Chief Engineer of PWD, Superintending Engineer of Local Administration Department, director of tourism, art and culture, conservation assistant, archaeological department, Dr. S. Kothandaraman, professor, department of …

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Telangana HC Upholds Constitutional Validity Of Telangana Heritage Act, 2017 [Read Judgment]
5 years, 5 months ago

Telangana HC Upholds Constitutional Validity Of Telangana Heritage Act, 2017 [Read Judgment]

Live Law  

The Telangana High Court yesterday, upheld the constitutional validity of the Telangana Heritage Act, 2017, and stated that merely because a law was badly drafted, could not be the reason for setting aside the same. This heritage site had been declared as "protected heritage buildings" under Regulation 13 of the Bhagyanagar Urban Development Zoning Regulations, 1981, framed under the Andhra …

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