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Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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Topic: Heritage

New book on Delhi’s Sunder Nursery offers a blueprint for urban conservation. ‘A great exception’

At the book launch, Ratish Nanda, CEO of AKTC, pointed to the 15-year journey that turned Sunder Nursery into a model for urban conservation through sustained collaboration across institutions.

2 women, 1 dairy empire: How Bhuvaneswari & Brahmani are piloting Heritage Foods, Naidu’s brainchild

Once a reluctant joinee, VC-MD Bhuvaneswari, wife of Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu, is steering the Rs 4,000-cr company to greater heights with help from daughter-in-law Brahmani.

Singha Durbar: Nepal debates symbolism & legacy of a seat of power seared by Gen Z fury

While some say watching Singha Durbar burn was like watching the burning of history, others say taking refuge in art and history in present scenario is like siding with past oppressors.

Another victim of redevelopment, Secunderabad railway station’s iconic facade bites the dust

While heritage activists and architects have criticised the demolition of the art deco-style old terminal, railway officials maintain it was not part of any protected list.

From Solar dos Colaços to Harvalkar House, Goan homes hold the stories of a dying era

Two books about Goan heritage homes, one by photographer Ulka Chauhan and another by author Heta Pandit, allow us to enter these spaces not as tourists but as witnesses to living history.

SubscriberWrites: What if Columbus did find Indians from India, in the Americas?

There are ancient links between Tamil and Telugu cultures and South America that reveal shared linguistic, genetic, and geological ties, suggesting deeper historical connections.

Seminar-cum-exhibition on ‘Historical Patterns of Indian Strategic Culture’ held at the National Museum

Project Udbhav explores ancient texts and traditions to find out more about the country's strategic culture and was launched during the Indian Military Heritage Festival on October 21, 2023.

The Heritage By Haveli: A Royal Venue For Grandest Occasions, Perfect for Weddings and Events

The architecture of Haveli reflects the grandeur and luxury of the bygone era. Every corner showcases intricate craftsmanship and exquisite detailing, moving guests to a regal world.

SubscriberWrites: New Parliament, old discourse

Before we turn towards analysing the new building, it would be wise to look into the rear-view mirror & study from similar precedents in post-independence history of the sub-continent.

Modi govt’s proposed geoheritage bill protects sites capturing Earth’s history. What it means

Geoheritage Sites & Geo-relics (Preservation & Maintenance) Bill lets govt declare a site to be of national importance, with 100m area around it 'prohibited' & 200m area 'restricted'.

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Want to save Alphonso mango from heatwave? Start with open data

The Maharashtra government must fund activities that can develop, certify, and rapidly multiply climate-resilient mango cultivars, along with other agricultural products.

Lesson for India from the West: AI is hollowing out white-collar jobs & birthing a new middle-class elite

Post-2022 as AI has spread in developed economies, it is leading to another round of polarisation—the middle class jobs are being lost in offices rather than in factories.

What theaterisation could look like: Rotational CDS, three-star theatre commanders in initial years

The proposed structure envisions the post of Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) rotating between the Army, Navy and Air Force, it is learnt.

Trump, Netanyahu’s Iran gamble: The regime change rebound

American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.