Stolen Chola period Hanuman sculpture retrieved and handed over to Idol Wing of Tamil Nadu

New Delhi/IBNS: The stolen sculpture of Lord Hanuman belonging to the Chola period has been retrieved and handed over to the Idol Wing of Tamil Nadu, the Ministry of Culture said on Tuesday.

Maheswari Sari: Woven with a royal legacy

It is the design on the Maheshwari sari, which draws inspiration from the eponymous fort, the Narmada river and the local flora, which makes it unique, writes Uttara Gangopadhyay

Indian Council for Cultural Relations to award restaurants promoting Indian cuisine abroad

The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), with the purpose of recognising restaurants abroad that have made outstanding contributions to the promotion of Indian cuisine, plans to award Annapurna Certificate.

Muskaan’s fresh approach to promote India’s literary and cultural heritage among students

Kolkata: Project `Muskaan’ – an initiative of Prabha Khaitan Foundation and Education for All Trust and supported by Shree Cement - will reach out to thousands of students across India to popularise heritage literature and culture by engaging them in cultural programmes, story-telling, dance, music, puppetry, theatre and art.

6 things about India only an Indophile would know

An Indophile is someone who loves India. Its culture, its people, its languages, its natural beauty and India’s amazing cuisine. Scottish Historian like William Darlymple or the musician Jerry Garcia are well-known examples of Indophiles who breathe India.