Heritage

-July 13, 2025

Sheesh Mahal reopens, but restoration exercise yet to be concluded

Sheesh Mahal reopens, but restoration exercise yet to be concluded

Despite the formal inauguration, the Mughal-era monument in Delhi's Shalimar Bagh remains unprepared for visitors

-July 4, 2025

Shalimar Bagh served as summer retreat for British Resident in Delhi during colonial era

Shalimar Bagh served as summer retreat for British Resident in Delhi during colonial era

Built in the first half of the 17th century, the garden was once enclosed by a wall and featured several elegant structures including Sheesh Mahal (without glasswork), a hammam, water channels, tanks, and pavilions

-July 1, 2025

Boating at Delhi’s Purana Qila now close to reality, trials begin

Boating at Delhi’s Purana Qila now close to reality, trials begin

The boating services for public will formally be inaugurated on September 1.

-June 26, 2025

Satpula Lake: The story of how a 700-year-old reservoir in Delhi was restored

Satpula Lake: The story of how a 700-year-old reservoir in Delhi was restored

Once parched and neglected, the ancient lake in Delhi now glistens with life—thanks to a citizen-led revival blending science, culture, and history

-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

-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

-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

-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