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Hirebenkal Stone Tombs Isolated After Bridge Damage
A damaged bridge has severed access to the historic Hirebenkal megalithic site in Karnataka. With repairs pending, tourists and even a visiting Swamiji face a strenuous trek to see the 3,000-year-old tombs.
Artificial Womb Lining Created to Study Embryo Implantation
Babraham University researchers have developed a lab model of the human womb lining, enabling unprecedented study of early embryo implantation. This breakthrough could reveal causes of pregnancy failure and new treatments. Read the full story.
Mayem family donates ancient temple idols to Goa museum
A Mayem family breaks tradition, donating nine 300-year-old stone idols to a Goa museum for preservation, saving invaluable heritage from immersion. Read about this landmark decision.
French Tourist Injured, Stranded for 2 Days at Hampi
A 52-year-old French tourist suffered critical injuries after a fall at Hampi's Mahanavami Dibba. Stranded for nearly two days, he was rescued by police and ASI officials. Read about the safety concerns raised.
US Research Cuts Hit Pittsburgh Universities, Cost Jobs
Federal research funding cuts under Trump disrupted US universities. Pittsburgh lost $24M & 104 jobs. Academic freedom and critical health disparity studies are under threat. Explore the impact.
Rs 500 Crore for Rakhigarhi's Global Heritage Transformation
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini announces a Rs 500 crore Central fund to develop the Harappan site of Rakhigarhi with a museum, research institute, and tourist facilities, aiming for UNESCO status. Explore India's ancient legacy.
Archaeologists uncover 2,200-year-old Chinese imperial highway
Chinese archaeologists have discovered a major section of the Qin Straight Road, a 900-km ancient highway built by China's first emperor. This 2,200-year-old engineering marvel sheds new light on imperial logistics and defence. Read more about this histor
ASI's First Scientific Probe into Odisha's Ancient Rock Art Begins
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.
India's FTAs Need Focus on Export Gains: GTRI Report
A new GTRI report urges India to shift focus from signing FTAs to ensuring tangible export gains. With a challenging 2026 trade outlook, effective implementation is key for economic growth. Read the full analysis.
BHU Exhibition Traces Indian Knowledge System to 7000 BC
A photo exhibition and lecture at BHU's Malaviya Mulya Anusheelan Kendra, part of Mahamana Jayanti, revealed archaeological evidence of India's knowledge tradition dating back to 7000 BC. Visit until Jan 3.
Fake ASI Recruitment Scam Uncovered in Jaipur
Two men from Jaipur orchestrated a fake Archaeological Survey of India recruitment drive, booking a real exam centre to scam job seekers. Details of the elaborate con revealed after arrests on Dec 20.
ASI Criticizes Keeladi Excavation Report as Incomplete
The ASI has sent a 114-page critical evaluation to archaeologist K Amarnath Ramakrishna, calling his Keeladi report 'ambiguous and underdeveloped'. The dispute delays the landmark report's release.
Jamia Millia Islamia in Global Social Connection Study
Jamia Millia Islamia researchers contribute to a major international study on social connection and health, published in Nature. Discover the key findings and India's role.
Gujarat, BCIL sign MoA to strengthen biotech ecosystem
Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission partners with Biotech Consortium India Limited to accelerate innovation, tech transfer, and translational cancer research. Experts highlight need for better clinical outreach.
TN Archaeology Dept Hosts Int'l Science Conference in Madurai
Tamil Nadu's archaeology department will host an international science conference in Madurai from Jan 22-24. Over 70 scholars will discuss ancient DNA, facial reconstruction & more. Discover how science is reconstructing the state's past.
Two arrested for creating fake ASI website, cheating job aspirants
Delhi Police arrests two from Jaipur for a sophisticated fake ASI recruitment scam. The accused created a replica website and cheated hundreds. Read the full investigation details.
Fake ASI Website Scam: Two Arrested for Duping Job Seekers
Delhi Police arrested two graduates for creating a fake ASI website and cheating hundreds of job aspirants. The elaborate scam involved a fake portal, a written exam, and plans for hefty bribes. Read the full investigation.
Scientists Vow to Cut Lab Animal Use at Vizag Conference
Hundreds of scientists at a Visakhapatnam conference commit to developing alternatives to lab animals while acknowledging their crucial role in biomedical research. Read about the key pledges and expert insights.
ASI unearths original flooring at Maharaja Ranjit Singh's Summer Palace
Archaeological Survey of India excavates historic Lakheri brick flooring at Maharaja Ranjit Singh's Summer Palace in Amritsar, plans further restoration to revive lost grandeur. Discover the heritage revival.
Oldest Archaeological Record of Incest Found in Italy
Scientists uncover the earliest known case of a first-degree incestuous union in a 3,500-year-old Italian burial site. Discover the shocking genetic findings and their historical significance.
Ajmer Police Seizes Antiques, Animal Parts in Raid
Ajmer police seized suspected antique items and animal parts from a house in Hatibatta. Forest and archaeology officials called for verification. Read the full investigation details.
India's PhD Gap: 10,000 Science Doctorates vs US's 40,000
India produces only 10,000 science PhDs yearly, lagging far behind the US and China in research output. Experts warn this gap threatens the vision of a $3 trillion knowledge-based economy. Read more.
Bihar's ONOS push to make 30,000 int'l journals free for scholars
Bihar govt launches ONOS scheme to provide free access to 30,000+ global research journals, aiming to bridge the urban-rural digital divide and boost state's research profile. Read more.
Century of Coffee Research at Balehonnuru Yields 13 Arabica Types
Celebrating 100 years, the Central Coffee Research Institute in Balehonnuru has released 13 high-yield arabica selections & robusta hybrids, revolutionizing India's coffee cultivation through systematic breeding. Discover the legacy.
India Acknowledges Gender Bias in Medical Research, Boosts Funding
Union government acknowledges global gender bias in medical research, citing differences in disease manifestation for women. Details Rs 400+ crore funding push via ICMR & DBT for women's health and research.
BARC's New 3000-Acre Campus in Andhra Pradesh Gets Nod
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre plans a strategic new R&D campus on 3000 acres in Anakapalli. The project, crucial for energy and national security, gets in-principle forest land approval. Read more.
ASI Honors First Woman DG Debala Mitra on 100th Birth Anniversary
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.
ASI's First Woman DG Debala Mitra Honoured on Centenary
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.
Pillar Damaged at Historic Virupaksha Temple in Hampi
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.
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