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6 Lesser-Known Art And Craft Villages In India That Are Keeping Age-Old Legacies Alive
Here's how artisans from some uncharted art and craft villages in India are doing their bit to catch global recognition for their age-old legacies.
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From Terracotta To Ceramic: The Pros And Cons Of Using Different Materials As Planters
Choosing the right pot for your plants can feel like navigating a maze of options. From terracotta to ceramic, each material offers its own unique benefits and challenges. Let’s dig into the details and find the best match for your home.
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Darjeeling Tea, Terracotta Murti: What PM Modi Gifted To Bill Gates
Following an extensive discussion on topics ranging from Artificial Intelligence (AI), UPI payments, technology, to COVID-19, Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented Microsoft co-founder and CEO Bill Gates with a 'Vocal for Local' gifts.
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Ancient Terracotta Figurines Dating Back To 700 BCE Found In Karnataka
Unique ancient terracotta figurines in different states of preservation, with bone and iron pieces, have been found in recent archaeological explorations conducted in the megalithic dolmen site at Mudu Konaje in Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka
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First He Took Selfie With 2,000-Year-Old Statue, Then Stole Its Thumb
It took three weeks for officials at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia to realise that a priceless statue - one of 10 terracotta warriors on loan from China - was missing a thumb. It took the FBI only a few days to track down their main suspect - a man who, they say, left his thumbprints all over the crime scene.
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In China, Terracotta Warrior Thumb Theft Triggers Outrage
Chinese authorities have demanded "severe punishment" for a man who allegedly stole the thumb of a terracotta warrior statue on display in the US, state media reported on Monday.
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China's 1st Emperor Wanted Immortality, Officials Struggled With His Demand
New archeological research has shed fresh light on China's first emperor -- creator of the world-famous terracotta army -- and his quest for eternal life, state media reported
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Should You Cook in Earthen Pots? Get Back to the Basics!
It is difficult to get pure clay pots as most pots are glazed and may be hazardous with constant use. Let us look at some benefits of using unglazed clay pots.
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China Assails Home Of Terracotta Army For Poor Smog Control
China's Environment Ministry today lambasted the northern city of Xian, best known as the home of the Terracotta Army, for its poor pollution control measures, including allowing the burning of trash and piles of leaves during thick smog.
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PM Narendra Modi Visits Ancient Buddhist Temple in Xi'an
After a visit to the Terracotta Warriors Museum at Xi'an, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid a visit to the Da Xingshan temple and offered prayers.
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PM Modi Visits Terracotta Warriors Museum in Xi'an
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today visited the famous Terracotta Warriors Museum which has a large collection of sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China.
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West Bengal Govt to Launch Cafe Serving Best Bengali Cuisine
The cafe will be specialised in serving vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian Bengali cuisine served on banana leaves placed on terracotta plates.
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6 Lesser-Known Art And Craft Villages In India That Are Keeping Age-Old Legacies Alive
Here's how artisans from some uncharted art and craft villages in India are doing their bit to catch global recognition for their age-old legacies.
-
From Terracotta To Ceramic: The Pros And Cons Of Using Different Materials As Planters
Choosing the right pot for your plants can feel like navigating a maze of options. From terracotta to ceramic, each material offers its own unique benefits and challenges. Let’s dig into the details and find the best match for your home.
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Darjeeling Tea, Terracotta Murti: What PM Modi Gifted To Bill Gates
Following an extensive discussion on topics ranging from Artificial Intelligence (AI), UPI payments, technology, to COVID-19, Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented Microsoft co-founder and CEO Bill Gates with a 'Vocal for Local' gifts.
-
Ancient Terracotta Figurines Dating Back To 700 BCE Found In Karnataka
Unique ancient terracotta figurines in different states of preservation, with bone and iron pieces, have been found in recent archaeological explorations conducted in the megalithic dolmen site at Mudu Konaje in Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka
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First He Took Selfie With 2,000-Year-Old Statue, Then Stole Its Thumb
It took three weeks for officials at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia to realise that a priceless statue - one of 10 terracotta warriors on loan from China - was missing a thumb. It took the FBI only a few days to track down their main suspect - a man who, they say, left his thumbprints all over the crime scene.
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In China, Terracotta Warrior Thumb Theft Triggers Outrage
Chinese authorities have demanded "severe punishment" for a man who allegedly stole the thumb of a terracotta warrior statue on display in the US, state media reported on Monday.
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China's 1st Emperor Wanted Immortality, Officials Struggled With His Demand
New archeological research has shed fresh light on China's first emperor -- creator of the world-famous terracotta army -- and his quest for eternal life, state media reported
-
Should You Cook in Earthen Pots? Get Back to the Basics!
It is difficult to get pure clay pots as most pots are glazed and may be hazardous with constant use. Let us look at some benefits of using unglazed clay pots.
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China Assails Home Of Terracotta Army For Poor Smog Control
China's Environment Ministry today lambasted the northern city of Xian, best known as the home of the Terracotta Army, for its poor pollution control measures, including allowing the burning of trash and piles of leaves during thick smog.
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PM Narendra Modi Visits Ancient Buddhist Temple in Xi'an
After a visit to the Terracotta Warriors Museum at Xi'an, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid a visit to the Da Xingshan temple and offered prayers.
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PM Modi Visits Terracotta Warriors Museum in Xi'an
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today visited the famous Terracotta Warriors Museum which has a large collection of sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China.
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West Bengal Govt to Launch Cafe Serving Best Bengali Cuisine
The cafe will be specialised in serving vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian Bengali cuisine served on banana leaves placed on terracotta plates.
