Guniya Yadav received the Namita Joshi Gold Medal at a major archaeology conference in Lucknow. The award includes a gold medal, certificate, and ₹5,100 prize. Read about the event's highlights.
A Karnataka survey reveals 4,170 temples are missing, prompting a cleanup of records and payments. Officials cite boundary changes and Aadhaar-linked checks exposed fraud. Read more.
India's Culture Ministry will allow corporate donors to choose architects and agencies for ASI monument conservation under a new PPP model. This aims to speed up work and build capacity for 3,685 protected sites.
A Lakkundi family finds 466g gold jewellery but ASI says it's not treasure. Govt halts their house construction, leaving them homeless. Read the full story.
A family metal detecting in the English countryside unearthed a 3,000-year-old Bronze Age hoard of copper ingots. The discovery, now donated to a museum, sheds light on ancient trade. Read the full story.
A stunning discovery of ancient coins, gold ornaments, and jewellery in Gadag, Karnataka, rewrites local history. Archaeologists are now investigating this rare find. Read the full story!
At a major conference in Lucknow, scholars unveiled new findings on India's 'Second Urbanisation', from Nalanda to Old Delhi. Discover the urgent call to preserve our heritage.
The Archaeological Survey of India announces extensive new excavations in Dwarka, using modern tech to explore its historical secrets. Discover the plans for the legendary site.
Archaeological Survey of India resumes excavation at Suka-Sari temple complex in Bhubaneswar's Old Town, seeking remnants of a large Devi temple and other ancient structures. Discover the latest findings.
A farmer in Karnataka's Gadag district struck gold while digging earth to build a house. The discovery, made on March 14, led to a police investigation and the treasure being secured. Read the full story of this incredible find.
A rare treasure of ancient gold jewellery, weighing over half a kilogram, was discovered in Lakkundi, Gadag. Found in a copper pot, the historical find has attracted archaeological attention. Read more about this incredible discovery!
Goa government clarifies that rural villages included in the NAKSHA aerial survey will not be classified as urban. Officials aim to dispel fears about property takeover and explain the survey's benefits for land records and planning.
Archaeologists uncover massive Kushan-era Buddhist stupa complex in Zehanpora, Kashmir. The 10-acre site, mentioned by PM Modi, highlights the region's pivotal role in the spread of Buddhism to Central Asia and China. Discover the story.
Groundbreaking research reveals prehistoric humans in Africa mastered plant-based poisons for hunting 60,000 years ago, pushing back the known origins of biochemical weaponry by tens of millennia.
A newly discovered 12th-century inscription in Karnataka sheds light on the deep historical and cultural ties between the Hoysala Empire and Tamilakam. Explore the fascinating details of this archaeological find.
At IIT Gandhinagar conference, ASI's Prof Alok Tripathi highlights how scientific analysis of ancient metals offers unprecedented understanding of India's rich past. Discover the findings.
Mumbai's SRA has surveyed over 8.8 lakh slum homes, collecting biometrics from 6.1 lakh residents. The crucial survey, key to slum rehabilitation, will now extend into 2026. Read the latest updates.
Scholars at IIT Gandhinagar's conference stress the need to document India's rich history in tools and craft technologies. The event runs from Jan 5-9, 2026. Discover the findings.
Madras High Court's Madurai Bench permits Subramaniya Swamy temple to light Karthigai Deepam on hilltop pillar. Court stresses community harmony and ASI compliance. Read the full story.
A mysterious pot dug up in a Rajasthan village, sparking a treasure frenzy, turned out to be a hoax. Police arrested two locals for cheating. Details inside.
Karnataka's forest minister Eshwar Khandre announced 70% completion of the state's deemed forest survey, a critical step for conservation and land-use clarity. Read the latest updates.
Archaeology enthusiasts discover a Tondaiman-era stone inscription in Senayakudi village, documenting a land donation for a historic chathiram. Explore this fascinating find and the call for its conservation.
Archaeologists in Malawi uncover the world's earliest known intentional cremation, dating back 9,500 years. This discovery challenges assumptions about ancient hunter-gatherer societies and their rituals. Read more to explore the fascinating details.
Goa government begins a landmark digital land survey this month to update records and issue Urban Property Cards (UrPro) in Panaji, Margao, and Cuncolim. Learn about the process and how landowners can participate.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inspected the historic Kumhrar Park in Patna, home to a Mauryan-era 80-pillar hall. He directed state officials to write to the Centre for improved development and systematic upkeep of the significant archaeological site.
Mangaluru City Corporation starts a detailed ward-wise property survey to identify all holdings and improve tax revenue. The drive aims to bring clarity to nearly 90,000 pending properties.
The Congress party alleges conflict of interest in GRAAM's survey, questioning its founder's govt role. GRAAM asserts its professional, apolitical stance. Read the full details.
Pakistani archaeologists discover rare coins and decorative stones at a UNESCO-listed site near Taxila. Preliminary analysis confirms the find's significance. Explore the details.
Explore Maharashtra's heritage independently! ASI launches self-guided digital audio tours at Kuda Caves & Lohagad Fort using QR codes. Plans to expand to 24 more monuments. Read more.
Ludhiana district administration initiates a detailed ground survey in Lal Dora areas to identify illegal constructions and encroachments. The move aims to enforce building bylaws and ensure planned development.