Retired ASI Dies Watching Chiranjeevi Film in Hyderabad
A 64-year-old retired assistant sub inspector suffered a fatal heart attack during a screening of 'Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu' at a Kukatpally cinema hall on Monday morning.
A 64-year-old retired assistant sub inspector suffered a fatal heart attack during a screening of 'Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu' at a Kukatpally cinema hall on Monday morning.
Karnataka's archaeology department calls the Lakkundi gold ornaments a treasure, recommending 20% of their value as reward to the family that discovered them, despite ASI doubts about their antiquity.
A schoolboy in Lakkundi, Karnataka, discovered 22 gold ornaments worth ₹60-70 lakh buried in a copper pot. ASI says it's not 'treasure' but a historical family hoard. Read the full story.
India's Culture Ministry will allow corporate donors to choose architects and agencies for ASI monument conservation under a new PPP model. This aims to speed up work and build capacity for 3,685 protected sites.
Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh announced a major city-wide cleanliness campaign in Patiala, promising strict fines for littering and outlining future green projects. Join the drive for a cleaner city.
A Lakkundi family finds 466g gold jewellery but ASI says it's not treasure. Govt halts their house construction, leaving them homeless. Read the full story.
UPPSC shifts RO/ARO 2023 Mains to Feb 2-3, 2026, avoiding clash with another recruitment test. Check new schedule, interview updates for Ayush posts, and SSC CGL results.
ASI says Lakkundi gold ornaments likely a recent family cache, not ancient treasure. Heritage Authority disputes claim, plans to petition for a thorough review. Details inside.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces 1.56 lakh government recruitments, with a target of 1.60 lakh by February 10. He distributed appointment letters to 6,347 Grade-III candidates in a transparent, litigation-free drive. Read more about this landmark ac
At a major conference in Lucknow, scholars unveiled new findings on India's 'Second Urbanisation', from Nalanda to Old Delhi. Discover the urgent call to preserve our heritage.
The Archaeological Survey of India announces extensive new excavations in Dwarka, both on land and underwater, using modern tech to explore the region's ancient past. Read the full story.
Archaeological Survey of India resumes excavation at Suka-Sari temple complex in Bhubaneswar's Old Town, seeking remnants of a large Devi temple and other ancient structures. Discover the latest findings.
A parliamentary committee invites public feedback on three crucial bills to replace colonial-era criminal laws. Share your views by December 22. #IndianLaw #Parliament
Punjab Vigilance Bureau nabs ASI Sarabjit Singh for taking a bribe of Rs 5,000 to influence a bail case. Read the shocking details of the corruption trap.
ED conducts searches at I-PAC offices linked to a coal smuggling case, with CM Mamata Banerjee intervening. Also, ASI to adopt a PPP model for monument conservation, and US threatens 500% tariffs. Read the full briefing.
ASI announces extensive new archaeological digs in Dwarka, using modern tech to explore its legendary past. Discover the plans for underwater and land exploration.
Assistant Sub-Inspector Ajay Kumar Pandey, 55, suffered a fatal heart attack while on Dial 112 duty in Bettiah. The dedicated officer was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital, sending shockwaves through the police force. Read the full story.
Rajasthan govt argues in HC that SI Recruitment-2021 cannot be scrapped for individual irregularities. Hearing adjourned to Thursday. Read the full arguments.
Orissa High Court demands state government's clarification on outsourcing police recruitment exams amid CBI probe into irregularities for 862 SI posts. Hearing on Jan 27.
The 800-year-old Virupaksha Swamy Temple in Mulbagal, Karnataka, lies in a shocking state of neglect despite its proximity to ASI-protected monuments. Discover the plight of this forgotten heritage site.
A sarpanch and a police ASI face action in Amritsar for alleged corruption. Vigilance Bureau arrests the sarpanch for demanding a bribe, suspends the ASI for extortion. Details inside.
Four Gurgaon police personnel, including an ASI, suspended after a car crash involving a VIP convoy near INOX Mall on New Year's Eve. FIR cites rash and drunk driving.
Explore Maharashtra's heritage independently! ASI launches self-guided digital audio tours at Kuda Caves & Lohagad Fort using QR codes. Plans to expand to 24 more monuments. Read more.
A drunk Assistant Sub-Inspector in Gurugram crashed his car into a vehicle on VIP duty. The ASI has been booked, and an investigation is underway. Read the full details.
Haryana Cabinet approves a government job for the widow of ASI Bijender Singh, killed in 2022. The decision, led by CM Nayab Singh Saini, fulfills a compassionate appointment promise.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini announces a govt job for ASI Sandeep Lathar's widow and expands the Deendayal Lado Lakshmi Scheme. Cabinet also approves OPS for drivers and cracks down on illegal property registrations.
Vadodara Municipal Corporation proposes a Rs 4.96 crore, 27-month restoration for the crumbling Mandvi heritage structure, a year after cracks first appeared. Learn about the delayed rescue effort.
Orissa High Court directs committee to begin inventory of centuries-old jewels in Puri's Ratna Bhandar after ASI completes conservation. Next hearing on Jan 27.
Assistant Sub-Inspector Rakesh Meena's burnt body was discovered in his Udaipur home. Police investigate the cause of the fire as the officer had been absent from duty. Read for details.
UP Police releases DV/PST admit cards for 2026. Download your hall ticket for the Document Verification and Physical Test starting Jan 5. Check details here.