Bodh Gaya Ropeway to Mahakala Cave Temple by 2026

A ropeway to Dhungeshwari hills' Mahakala cave temple near Bodh Gaya is nearing completion, with trials before the 2026-27 tourist season. The Rs 16 crore project will enhance access for pilgrims.

China Launches Major Maritime Operation East of Taiwan

China's Ministry of Transport announced a special maritime law enforcement operation east of Taiwan, involving multiple agencies to strengthen patrols and assert sovereignty amid rising tensions in the Taiwan Strait and South China Sea.

Rescue of Lord of Sipán Tomb in Peru

In 1987, archaeologists raced looters to save the Lord of Sipán tomb in Peru, uncovering a pristine Moche elite burial that revolutionized understanding of the civilization.

Inca Child Sacrifice on Cerro El Plomo: Frozen Ritual

In 1954, mountaineers discovered a frozen Inca child on Cerro El Plomo, Chile. The remarkably preserved body, a capacocha sacrifice, offers unique insights into high-altitude Andean rituals and has become a cornerstone of archaeological research.

Three-Hour Pre-Monsoon Rain Floods Tinsukia Town

A brief but intense pre-monsoon rain lasting just three hours on Sunday morning left Tinsukia town flooded, with knee-deep water inundating streets and localities, prompting resident frustration over poor drainage.

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