Digital piracy is siphoning off up to ₹11,000 crore from India's OTT industry yearly. Learn how illegal streams of hits like Scam 1992 are creating a parallel ecosystem and what platforms are doing to fight back.
A 400-year-old temple granary in Thondi, Tamil Nadu, is on the verge of collapse. Locals urge the HR&CE department to restore this vital piece of cultural heritage before it's lost forever.
Iran demands UN action against Donald Trump's 'provocative' warnings of attacking its cultural sites. Tensions escalate amid nationwide protests over fuel price hikes. Read the full diplomatic showdown.
YatriO launches a 'Safety First' Char Dham Yatra package for 2026, featuring oxygen support for senior citizens and comprehensive health monitoring. Book your safe pilgrimage now.
Goa government revises its Mukhyamantri Dev Darshan Yojana, lowering the eligible age to 50-70 years. Applications now online, with free attendant travel. Read details.
The inaugural Heritage Walk in Prayagraj, flagged off from the Allahabad Museum, aims to connect citizens with the city's deep historical and architectural heritage. Explore the journey!
Jaipur traffic police warn of heavy congestion on New Year's Day, deploy dynamic one-ways and extra personnel at key religious sites. Get the latest route restrictions and advisories here.
NDMC revises framework for 155 parking sites, aims to implement intelligent parking system by March 2025. Plan targets 15,158 vehicle slots across three zones for better commuter experience.
BSNL is set to deploy 23,000 new 4G sites across India to boost network coverage and compete with private telcos. The rollout, confirmed by MoS Pemmasani, aims to bridge the digital divide.
Jaipur's Chandpole market traders intensify protest against a liquor shop near religious sites, threatening a complete shutdown on December 31 if authorities fail to relocate it.
Former US President Donald Trump alleges Iran is using new sites to rebuild its missile programme, warning of 'stronger consequences'. Get the full story on the escalating tensions.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.