Karnataka Minister H K Patil asserts national treasures need government care. Excavation work at multiple prehistoric sites is ongoing, with a tender called for Lakkundi. Read the latest on conservation efforts.
Ancient ash mounds in Karnataka offer archaeologists vital clues about early agro-pastoral societies, their rituals, and social structures that paved the way for urbanisation. Discover the vanishing legacy.
ASI begins a landmark scientific investigation of prehistoric rock art sites in Odisha's Rairakhol and Bamur to determine their exact age and trace ancient human migration. Read the full story.
MCD's standing committee delays signing for Okhla WTE plant expansion to 2,550 MT daily capacity, potentially impacting the March 2027 deadline for processing south Delhi's legacy waste.
Mohali Municipal Corporation generates Rs 1.55 crore revenue by auctioning 27 coconut water vending sites. The highest bid was Rs 12 lakh near Phase 11 gurdwara. Read about the new regulations.
As 2025 ends, Karnataka's extreme weather events highlight its fragile landscape. A recap of the heatwaves, floods, and landslides that caused widespread damage to life, crops, and property. Read the full analysis.
A 230-million-year-old forest discovered near Mancherial is being showcased in Telangana museums. Four tonnes of fossils will educate the public about the state's deep geological past.
A University of Madras student unearthed 50+ stone-age quartz tools in Mallankinaru, hinting at a prehistoric hub. This first evidence in the Gundar basin could reshape Tamil Nadu's ancient history. Read more.
Uttar Pradesh plans to upgrade facilities around the historic Yahiyaganj Gurdwara in Lucknow, home to rare Sikh relics, as part of its religious tourism push. Rs 2 crore released.
The Karnataka Legislative Assembly has passed six crucial resolutions focused on the development of North Karnataka, including a push for an AIIMS in Raichur. Get the full details on the landmark decisions.
Varanasi Municipal Corporation assures no coercive action against religious sites after seers protest integrated tax bills. Commissioner clarifies tax exemptions for charitable institutions.
Discover five incredible living animals, from sharks to tuataras, that share the planet with dinosaurs millions of years ago. These 'living fossils' survived mass extinction.
Karnataka's Legislative Council passed 11 crucial bills, including the Karnataka Land Revenue Amendment Bill, in a single day. Key legislation on land, co-operative societies, and more approved. Read the full details.
The Karnataka Legislative Council approved 11 crucial bills in one day, including amendments to the Karnataka State Universities Act. Discover the key legislative changes.
Karnataka government tables supplementary budget of ₹6,280 crore, including ₹10 crore for Davos delegation. Get the latest details on fund allocation and Assembly approval.
Karnataka's Department of Skill Development will host an International Job Fair in 2025, targeting 10,000+ jobs for skilled youth. Learn about the state's new employment initiatives.
Odisha Deputy CM Pravati Parida reviewed the comprehensive development plan for Khandagiri and Udayagiri Jain caves. The plan focuses on amenities, accessibility, and urban integration for the ASI-protected heritage sites. Read more.
Massive prehistoric tunnels in South America, once a mystery, are now linked to giant ground sloths. This discovery reshapes our understanding of ancient ecosystems and megafauna's role as environmental engineers. Explore the fascinating evidence.
Archaeologists pay tribute to Debala Mitra, ASI's first woman director general, on her 100th birth anniversary. Discover her legacy, including the Diamond Triangle excavations and the golden Buddha casket find.
Archaeologists & historians paid tributes to Debala Mitra, ASI's first woman DG, on her 100th birth anniversary. Her work unearthed Odisha's Diamond Triangle & Buddha relics. Read about her legacy.
Karnataka government raises maize procurement limit to 50 quintals per farmer, offering ₹2,090 per quintal. A major relief for growers facing price volatility. Read details.
A newly discovered painted rock shelter in Peddapalli's forests adds to Telangana's rich prehistoric art heritage, pushing documented sites past 100. Explore the findings.
Explore 10 iconic Indian monuments, from the Taj Mahal to Sanchi Stupa, built by dynasties like the Mughals, Cholas, and Ahoms. Discover their history and architectural brilliance.
Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (Kufos) establishes a Centre for Wetland Studies to combat wetland loss, focusing on Ramsar sites like Vembanad Lake. A new study reveals an 85% drop in its water carrying capacity.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta directs DMRC to enforce strict dust-control measures at all construction sites, warning against pollution negligence. She will personally inspect sites.
Aurangabad Tourism Development Foundation urges govt to install audio guide systems at heritage sites to tackle guide shortage and improve visitor experience. Read more.
India has successfully retrieved 655 antiquities from foreign countries since 1976. The ASI also conserves 3,685 national monuments, enhancing visitor amenities nationwide. Read more on India's heritage recovery efforts.
Gujarat Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi orders weekly surprise checks at hotels & food stalls near tourist & pilgrimage sites. Strict action promised for substandard food. Read more.
BSP chief Mayawati announces she will stop visiting memorial sites of social reformers to avoid causing public inconvenience. Read about her statement and the political context.
Archaeologists confirm a massive, 4,000-year-old man-made pit circle near Stonehenge, revealing a 'super henge' that reshapes our understanding of Britain's ancient ritual landscape. Discover the groundbreaking findings.