Heritage

Idrees Bukhtiyar -June 16, 2025

Delhi: Fight to reclaim monuments goes on

Delhi: Fight to reclaim monuments goes on

Only two of nine protected sites freed despite notices and demolitions

Idrees Bukhtiyar -June 15, 2025

Shalimar Bagh: From a forgotten forest to a cultural gem

Shalimar Bagh: From a forgotten forest to a cultural gem

Once a forgotten forest, the Mughal-era retreat is now a vibrant space of culture, community, and quiet revival

Idrees Bukhtiyar -June 3, 2025

Boating relaunch at Purana Qila misses second deadline

Boating relaunch at Purana Qila misses second deadline

Shortage of boats, redesign delays and a new parking plan has pushed the much-awaited relaunch to July 20

Idrees Bukhtiyar -June 1, 2025

From Hazaaron Khwahishen to Dastangoi: Children discover joy in Urdu arts

From Hazaaron Khwahishen to Dastangoi: Children discover joy in Urdu arts

Urdu Academy’s first free summer camp helps Delhi uncover new songs and modes of self-expression in the language of the Nawabs

Idrees Bukhtiyar -May 18, 2025

International Museum Day: A look at Delhi’s hidden heritage

International Museum Day: A look at Delhi’s hidden heritage

From Indraprastha to Azadi: A journey through the capital’s hidden archives

Idrees Bukhtiyar -May 13, 2025

Heritage under threat: 9 Delhi monuments fading under the urban sprawl

Heritage under threat: 9 Delhi monuments fading under the urban sprawl

From forts and tombs to colonial cemeteries, protected sites are being encroached upon through collusion and neglect

Idrees Bukhtiyar -May 11, 2025

Delhi: 20 forgotten monuments get a much-needed facelift

Delhi: 20 forgotten monuments get a much-needed facelift

The state archaeology department has begun conservation of the historic structures across the capital, using traditional methods and expert supervision

Idrees Bukhtiyar -April 30, 2025

Lights on, but no crowd: Delhi’s night tourism dream flickers

Lights on, but no crowd: Delhi’s night tourism dream flickers

Despite illuminating 17 monuments to boost night tourism, poor planning, safety concerns, and agency conflicts dim the ASI’s ambitions