International Literacy Day 2020: Know the significance, theme and importance
This year the theme has been kept keeping in concern the global Covid-19 pandemic, and it focuses on “Literacy teaching and learning in the Covid-19 crisis and beyond.”
Sep 08, 2020, 11:04 AM IST
UNESCO says World Heritage Committee to review Hagia Sophia
"It is regrettable that the Turkish decision was not the subject of dialogue nor notification beforehand," the United Nation`s cultural body said in a statement.
Jul 11, 2020, 01:14 AM IST
Pakistan - a DNA of terrorism: India's reply over false propaganda on Kashmir at UNESCO
India on Thursday gave a befitting reply to Pakistan over its false claims and propaganda on Jammu and Kashmir, saying the cash-strapped nation itself is "a DNA of terrorism".
Nov 15, 2019, 06:45 AM IST
India slams Pakistan over comments on Ayodhya verdict, Kashmir at UNESCO meet
India on Wednesday (local time) lambasted at Pakistan`s juvenile propaganda over the Supreme Court`s historic verdict on Ayodhya land dispute and Kashmir`s transformation into union territories, saying the `fabricated lies is interference in India`s internal affairs.`
Nov 14, 2019, 07:29 AM IST
Watch: PM Modi addresses the Indian community people in Paris
Modi-Modi Chants at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris. PM Modi addresses the people of the Indian community in Paris. PM Modi said, ''There is no place of corruption in New India.'' Let's Listen in...
Aug 23, 2019, 15:54 PM IST
I am not from those who forget their promises: PM Modi
I am not from those who forget their promises: PM Modi said during addressing at UNESCO HQ in Paris.
Aug 23, 2019, 15:44 PM IST
New steps being taken not because 'Modi hai to Mumkin hai', but due to 130 crore Indians, says PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be addressing the Indian diaspora on Friday afternoon in France from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) headquarters as the first leg of his three-nation visit comes to an end.
Aug 23, 2019, 14:15 PM IST
Leaders hail UNESCO's move of listing Jaipur as World Heritage Site
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot expressed their happiness over Jaipur being declared a UNESCO World Heritage site on Saturday.
Jul 07, 2019, 00:07 AM IST
Pink City Jaipur designated World Heritage Site by UNESCO, PM Modi welcomes move
The UN body--United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, in its 43rd session of the World Heritage Committee announced its decision that the city is now a world heritage site.
Jul 06, 2019, 19:41 PM IST
NASA funds programme to produce videos to teach Hindi through Indian scientific innovations
The videos focus on scientific innovations at various sites like Amer Fort Palace and Hawa Mahal in Jaipur, the rust-resistant Iron Pillar of Delhi, UNESCO Heritage site Qutub Minar, the Chand Bawri steps well and headquarters of the Jaipur Foot, a prosthetic given free to impoverished amputees in 80 countries across the world.
Jun 18, 2019, 11:50 AM IST
Police intensify probe into vandalism at Hampi
A carved stone pillar at Hampi was allegedly damaged by miscreants and the video of it has gone viral on social media.
Feb 03, 2019, 17:28 PM IST
Miscreants allegedly damage pillar in UNESCO world heritage site Hampi; Karnataka Police initiate probe
Bellary Superintendent of Police (SP) Arun Rangarajan said that there are likely four-five people involved in the incident.
Feb 02, 2019, 18:06 PM IST
News 100: Top stories at this hour
This segment of Zee News brings top news stories of the day. Watch this video to know the latest news headlines.
Jan 22, 2019, 14:26 PM IST
Unesco names Rio as World Capital of Architecture for 2020
The UN Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has named the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro as the World Capital of Architecture for 2020.
Jan 19, 2019, 11:30 AM IST
Celebrating 70th World Teacher's Day
Paying our respects to the teachers who play a pivotal role in our lives, we celebrate today, the 70th 'World Teacher's Day'.
Oct 05, 2018, 13:01 PM IST
Another biosphere reserve from India included in the world network
India has 18 Biosphere Reserves and with the inclusion of Khangchendzonga, the number of internationally designated WNBR has become 11, with 7 Biosphere Reserves being domestic Biosphere Reserves.
Aug 08, 2018, 23:39 PM IST
Jaipur walled city proposed as next UNESCO heritage site
There are a total of 37 World Heritage sites in the country at present.
Jul 31, 2018, 17:35 PM IST
Left hand doesn't know what right hand is doing: SC on poor maintenance of Taj Mahal
Questioning the logic behind submitting a draft report, the SC asked UP government if it expected the court to vet it for them.
Jul 26, 2018, 14:57 PM IST
Mumbai's Victorian Gothic, Art Deco buildings get UNESCO World Heritage tag
This is the third such honour for the metropolis after the Elephanta Caves and the majestic Victoria Terminus.
Jun 30, 2018, 22:12 PM IST
Mouni Roy, Elli AvrRam and Gauahar Khan's latest dance videos will keep you glued—Watch
Mouni can be seen doing the classical dance with much ease and elan.
Apr 30, 2018, 11:40 AM IST
