Deepavali added to UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List; PM Modi welcomes global recognition

December 10, 2025 5:33 PM

Deepavali added to UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List; PM Modi welcomes global recognition

Deepavali has been officially inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity during the 20th Session of the Intergovernmental Committee, held at the Red Fort in New Delhi. The inscription was adopted on Wednesday in the presence of Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Ministry of Culture officials, international experts, and delegates from 194 member states. Addressing the gathering, Shekhawat said the recognition is a moment of pride for...

President, Vice President extend Diwali greetings; urge eco-friendly celebrations

October 20, 2025 9:30 AM

President, Vice President extend Diwali greetings; urge eco-friendly celebrations

President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President CP Radhakrishnan on Monday extended greetings to citizens on the occasion of Diwali, urging people to celebrate the festival safely, responsibly, and with compassion towards the underprivileged. In a post on X, President Murmu said, “On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all Indians, both in India and across the world.” She added, “This festival of joy is also an occasion for self-reflection an...