Senior US State Department official Allison Hooker and trade negotiators arrive in India to strengthen economic ties, discuss tariffs, and foster AI and space collaboration. Key meetings scheduled in New Delhi and Bengaluru.
A stone pillar at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Virupaksha Temple in Hampi was found damaged. The ASI has initiated an investigation into the incident. Read more.
ASI serves notice to ropeway firm for unauthorized constructions at Raigad Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Heritage experts warn of potential loss of status if violations continue. Read the full story.
Uttar Pradesh to transform historic Yahiyaganj Gurdwara in Lucknow into a major heritage tourism site with Rs 2 crore fund for conservation and visitor facilities. Explore the sacred site linked to two Sikh Gurus.
Gujarat government inspected 2,600 construction sites across 17 municipal corporations in 3 days, imposing fines totalling nearly Rs 123 lakh for air pollution violations. Read the full report.
India and Russia deepen strategic ties, signing agreements in trade, energy, and tech, aiming for $100 billion trade by 2030. Can this offset US tariff pressures?
UP govt abandons Ramsar tag for Dhanauri wetland near Noida airport, opts for a 112-hectare biodiversity park. Core wetland to be preserved, but construction ban avoided. Read the full story.
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.
A three-year-old boy died in Kannur after falling into an under-construction, uncovered septic tank pit. The incident highlights critical safety lapses in residential construction sites. Read the full report.
Anna Haakenson's viral Instagram post details 9 cultural contrasts between India and the US after a 2.5-month family trip. Discover the insights sparking global discussion.
Great-great-grandson of Captain Robert Gill appeals to protect Ajanta Caves' legacy. Learn about the historical significance and the urgent call for conservation efforts for this UNESCO site.
The historic Kangra Valley narrow-gauge railway will resume partial operations from December 5, 2024, after monsoon damage. The route between Baijnath Paprola, Kangra, and Joginder Nagar reopens, boosting tourism.
Madras High Court awaits a detailed report on the digital boundaries of Chennai's Pallikaranai Ramsar site before deciding on a PIL against a residential project. Status quo order extended.
As Putin visits India, the world watches how New Delhi will balance discounted Russian oil, defence needs, and US pressure. Will India secure its autonomy or face new sanctions?
Russian President Vladimir Putin aims to elevate cooperation with India to a new level during his Dec 4-5 visit. Defence deals like S-400, Su-57 jets & nuclear energy pacts to dominate talks.
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.
Elders in Ludhiana's Sunet village recall childhoods unearthing ancient coins after rain. Now, they demand ASI resume excavation of the 8.5-acre historical site, neglected for decades. Read their story.
Asia's largest saltwater lagoon, Chilika, is silting up rapidly. Forest department data reveals alarming depth reduction and massive sludge removal efforts. Read the full report.
Assembly Speaker UT Khader mandates timely processing of property applications, introduces monthly adalats and online system to cut delays. Read about the new reforms.
An IIT-Bombay team will visit the Veer Savarkar flyover site in Goregaon to evaluate a new connector proposal using monopile tech, avoiding demolition. Read the latest updates.
Police intervened at Vagator beach to stop a group bursting firecrackers near an Olive Ridley turtle nesting site. Locals warn of repeated threats to the eco-sensitive zone. Read more.
Two viral videos alleging misconduct by staff at Ajanta-Ellora caves have led heritage experts to demand stricter monitoring and more trained guides at the UNESCO site.
A decomposed female body was found stuffed in a suitcase in a Hapur sugarcane field, marking the latest in a series of chilling recoveries along the NH-9 stretch, which has become a disposal site for murders from nearby states.
Mumbai's BMC issues notices to bullet train & coastal road projects for flouting dust rules. Only 38% of city's sites have mandatory AQI sensors installed. Details inside.
India's tourism sector sees a strong recovery, with the US, UK, and Canada among the top contributors. Discover the full list and key insights from the latest 2024-25 data.
Three women arrested in Ahmedabad for stealing copper plumbing valves worth Rs 6.1 lakh from construction site. All stolen goods recovered. Read full details.
A 24-year-old woman was brutally stabbed to death at a Bengaluru construction site. Police have launched a massive manhunt for the suspect. Details emerging.
Punjab launches ambitious mission to restore its disappearing wetlands, combining traditional knowledge with modern conservation to revive water ecosystems and biodiversity.
India's economy grows at 8.2% in July-September, highest in six quarters. Analysis of GDP data, India-US defence partnership, UN reforms and other crucial topics for UPSC aspirants.
IMF's latest assessment reveals India's strong economic outlook with 6.6% growth forecast. Discover how prudent policies and structural reforms drive sustained growth and reduce poverty.