Chettinad Heritage and Cultural Festival

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At Chettinad Heritage Festival, a Revival Takes Root in Stone, Craft and Memory

The Chettinad Heritage and Cultural Festival is emerging as more than a celebration of regional identity; it is becoming a working model for heritage revival in India. Through the efforts of figures such as Meenakshi Meyyappan, revivalist Visalakshi Ramaswamy and architect Benny Kuriakose, the region’s architecture, crafts and traditions are being reframed as living assets rather than relics of the past.

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India Entertainment & Culture5h ago

Singapore Collector Peter Lee Traces a Shared History of Checks, Chintz and Port-City Hybridity

Singaporean collector, scholar and curator Peter Lee is using textiles, dress and domestic heritage to argue that the histories of Peranakan and South Indian communities are deeply intertwined through the trade networks of multicultural port cities. Speaking in Karaikudi at the Chettinad Heritage and Cultural Festival, Lee linked his own family memories, his research on the kebaya and his work on Peranakan heritage to a broader rethinking of identity, material culture and empire.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (06:45 AM IST)

Keralam to Transform Tourism with AI and Digital Innovation, Says Minister

Tourism Minister P.C. Vishnunadh announces a strategic shift in Keralam's tourism approach, emphasizing a holistic experience for visitors through AI and digital tools. This initiative aims to enhance the state's appeal beyond traditional destination-focused packages.

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Artix 5.0: A New Era for Emerging Artists in New Delhi

The Artix 5.0 hotel art fair opens its doors in New Delhi, showcasing 21 rooms filled with innovative works from emerging artists alongside the legacy of veteran KG Subramanyan. This year's edition emphasizes the fusion of tradition and modernity in the Indian art scene.

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India Entertainment & Culture1h ago

PM Memorabilia E-Auction 2026 Spotlights Maharashtra's Heritage, Art and Modern Achievements

The 2026 edition of the Prime Minister's memorabilia e-auction is set to feature items reflecting Maharashtra's rich heritage, artistic traditions and contemporary accomplishments, turning the annual sale into a showcase of the state's cultural and public identity. The initiative underscores how the auction has evolved beyond collectibles into a platform that links remembrance, public service and regional pride.

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India & World Affairs2h ago

India Redefines Tourism as Economic Engine Ahead of World Tourism Day 2026

As World Tourism Day 2026 approaches, India is shifting its perspective on tourism from mere leisure to a vital driver of economic growth, job creation, and cultural diplomacy. This evolving discourse highlights the significance of tourism in shaping national policies and local economies.

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National Governance & Policy5h ago

Telangana eyes tourism coupons to lure Hyderabad IT workers into weekend travel boom

The Telangana government is weighing a new "Tourism Coupons" initiative aimed at encouraging Hyderabad's large IT workforce to travel across the state on weekends, in a bid to expand domestic tourism and spotlight lesser-known destinations. The proposal comes alongside a much larger push to use AI, digital tools and private investment to position Telangana as a major tourism hub, with officials now targeting Rs 50,000 crore in tourism investments and 5 lakh jobs.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance9h ago

JK Tyre Rally of Himalayas Roars Off in Manali With 140 Competitors Set for High-Altitude Test

The sixth edition of the J&K Bank presents JK Tyre Rally of Himalayas was officially flagged off in Manali on Saturday, launching a demanding cross-country motorsport challenge across some of the highest and most rugged terrain in the country. With 140 competitors entered across Moto, Extreme and TSD categories, the rally will traverse Kaza, Jispa, Padum and Pensi La before concluding in Padum, Zanskar, on Wednesday.

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