VMC Pauses Coercive Action on Temples After Seers' Protest
Varanasi Municipal Corporation assures no coercive action against religious sites after seers protest integrated tax bills. Commissioner clarifies tax exemptions for charitable institutions.
Varanasi Municipal Corporation assures no coercive action against religious sites after seers protest integrated tax bills. Commissioner clarifies tax exemptions for charitable institutions.
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.
Explore India's diverse New Year 2026 plans! From Goa's beach parties to Rajasthan's desert festivals and Kerala's Cochin Carnival, find your perfect celebration. Plan your getaway now!
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.
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.
Planning to study in New Zealand in 2025-26? Get the real facts on living costs in Auckland, Wellington, jobs, and why NZ offers better value for Indian students. Expert insights inside.
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.
Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi awards 115 individuals for protecting Gujarat's historical sites. He stresses citizen responsibility for cleanliness and preservation of cultural heritage.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation floats tender for 75 advertisement sites, including 16 high unipoles. The move aims to create a major annual revenue stream of around Rs 15 crore. Read more.
Mumbai's air quality sees relief, yet BMC faces hurdles activating pollution monitors at all construction sites. Only 39% have sensors installed. Details on enforcement actions and GRAP plans inside.
Explore the Rhine River's 1230km journey through Europe, home to 40+ medieval castles in its UNESCO World Heritage Gorge. Discover why this fairy-tale landscape continues to captivate travelers worldwide.
Punjab launches ambitious mission to restore its disappearing wetlands, combining traditional knowledge with modern conservation to revive water ecosystems and biodiversity.
Explore the legal battle for Varanasi's holy city status, the challenges in implementation, and what it means for India's spiritual capital. Learn about the PIL and government response.
Rajasthan Education Minister Madan Dilawar mandates the removal of encroachments, including religious sites, from government schools. Strict action warned against officials for non-compliance.
Bombay High Court forms 5-member committee to inspect Mumbai construction sites for air pollution compliance. Panel includes BMC, MPCB officials and civil society members. Read more about the court's action.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a majestic 77-foot statue of Lord Ram in Goa. Discover the significance, features, and political context of this monumental installation.
Explore five fascinating archaeological sites worldwide that continue to baffle experts despite modern technology. Discover ancient secrets waiting to be unraveled.
BMC cracks down on 53 construction sites for violating air pollution norms as Mumbai's AQI worsens. Additional Commissioner warns of strict action against non-functional AQI sensors.
Odisha government plans to revive ancient Pushpagiri University at Buddhist Diamond Triangle sites. Proposal sent to Centre for approval. World Heritage status sought for Lalitgiri, Ratnagiri, Udayagiri.
Security agencies apprehend Chinese national Liu Kunjing at Rupaidiha checkpost for filming sensitive border areas without valid documents. Heightened alert issued across border units.
Entrepreneur Ankur Warikoo reveals Ajanta and Ellora Caves left him more awestruck than Taj Mahal. Discover the 1500-year-old Kailasa Temple's marvel.
UK's MI5 issues a spy alert, warning lawmakers that Chinese agents are using professional networks to collect information. Read the full details and expert reactions.
Uttar Pradesh government accelerates plans to transform Sambhal into a premier religious tourism destination, restoring ancient pilgrimage sites and heritage structures. Discover the revival!
A religious convention in Alandi demands pilgrimage sites be free of meat and alcohol, while raising concerns about conversion activities. Read the full story.