Mana Village: Now India's First, Not Last
Discover why Mana, a Himalayan village in Uttarakhand, has been symbolically rebranded from 'India's Last Village' to 'India's First Village'. Explore its culture, treks, and sacred sites.
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ASI begins new excavations at Dwarka, Beyt Dwarka
ASI announces extensive new archaeological digs in Dwarka, using modern tech to explore its legendary past. Discover the plans for underwater and land exploration.
Gumla DC's Historic Visit to Remote Asur-Korwa Village
Gumla DC Prerna Dixit visited the remote Karamdon-Asurtoli village, addressing long-pending road connectivity and welfare schemes for PVTG communities. A DPR for a bridge and an Aadhaar camp were ordered. Read more.
Case Filed Over Illegal Road Digging in Karnataka's Hebri
A case has been registered in Karnataka's Hebri taluk for unauthorized digging of a public road. Police investigate the illegal activity causing public inconvenience.
Bhilwara Pot Mystery: No Antiques, Only Soil Found
A large pot unearthed in Tonk's Sidda village contained only soil, not treasure. Police detained two men suspected of similar antique frauds. Read the full investigation details.
Rajasthan 'treasure pot' hoax busted, two conmen arrested
A mysterious pot dug up in a Rajasthan village, sparking a treasure frenzy, turned out to be a hoax. Police arrested two locals for cheating. Details inside.
Odisha's Babojola Village Bans Littering, Holds Cleanliness Fest
Discover Babojola, a model village in Mayurbhanj where cleanliness is a way of life, enforced by CCTV and celebrated with a unique festival on Feb 15-16. Read its inspiring story.
Historic Buddha Relics Expo Inaugurated by PM Modi in Delhi
Prime Minister Modi inaugurates a landmark exhibition of repatriated Buddha relics from Piprahwa. See the reunited treasures after 127 years, now at Delhi's Rai Pithora Complex.
Uttarakhand's Abandoned Village Martoli: A Lost Himalayan Life
Explore the haunting story of Martoli, a once-thriving trade village in Uttarakhand's Johar Valley, abandoned after the 1962 war. Discover its history and fragile future. Read more.
Archaeologists Find Rare Artefacts Near Taxila, Pakistan
Pakistani archaeologists discover rare coins and decorative stones at a UNESCO-listed site near Taxila. Preliminary analysis confirms the find's significance. Explore the details.
Zehanpora Dig Reveals Kashmir's Ancient Buddhist Past
The excavation of a 2,000-year-old Buddhist site in Baramulla's Zehanpora highlights Kashmir's pivotal role in ancient Indian civilization and global Buddhism. Essential reading for UPSC aspirants.
Contractor held for labourer's death in Gurgaon excavation
A contractor in Gurgaon's Sector 56 was arrested after a 20-year-old labourer died in a basement excavation collapse. Police cite lack of safety gear and illegal overtime. Read the full investigation.
Zehanpora Excavation Reveals Kashmir's Key Role in Global Buddhism
Recent archaeological finds in Baramulla's Zehanpora confirm Kashmir's pivotal role as a launchpad for Mahayana Buddhism. Discover how this region shaped the intellectual and spiritual history of Asia.
UP Village Rushes for Rabies Shots After Buffalo Milk Scare
Panic grips Pipraul village in UP's Badaun after a buffalo, bitten by a stray dog, dies. Over 200 villagers who consumed its milk in raita rush for anti-rabies vaccines. Health officials urge calm.
Ancient Harappan Bead Craft Revived at Rakhigarhi by Artisans
Artisans from Khambhat have successfully revived the 5000-year-old Harappan bead-making craft at Rakhigarhi, creating a direct link to our ancient heritage. Discover this incredible story of cultural revival.
Govt to Take Charge of Karnataka's Prehistoric Sites
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.
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.
Gorakhpur village becomes state's first Jal Arpan village
Jungle Teenkoniya Number Teen in Gorakhpur is now UP's first Jal Arpan village under Har Ghar Jal. Every home has 24x7 tap water. Read about this sustainable water model.
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.
Stalin: Centre blocking Tamil history research, favouring Saraswati
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin alleges Union govt is hindering archaeological digs like Keeladi while chasing 'non-existent' Saraswati river civilization. He announces new projects and protests over MGNREGA.
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.
4,500-Year-Old Sun Temple Found in Egypt's Abusir
Archaeologists in Egypt uncover a massive 4,500-year-old sun temple linked to Pharaoh Nyuserre and the cult of Ra. The discovery sheds new light on Old Kingdom religion and royal power. Read the full story.
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.
Telangana village hasn't voted in panchayat polls since 1983
Gudem village in Mancherial boycotts elections for 40+ years over ST seat reservations, leading to severe water scarcity, land devaluation, and job losses. Read how a political standstill cripples development.
Uttarakhand Village Imposes Heavy Fines to Curb Alcohol Abuse
Simkot village in Pithoragarh introduces strict community penalties, including Rs 50,000 fines and social boycott, to fight rising alcohol consumption and smuggling, aiming to protect youth and families.
Keeladi Excavation Report Sent for Expert Vetting
The detailed report on the significant Keeladi archaeological excavations has been submitted to two subject experts for review. The government confirmed the move in the Rajya Sabha, highlighting the process for timely findings.
ASI's Stalled Dig in Sunet Village Sparks Heritage Demand
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.
Maharashtra Smart Village Initiative Expands to 75 Villages
Maharashtra govt scales up its Smart & Intelligent Village scheme to 75 villages in Nagpur, Amravati, Hingoli, Sindhudurg, and Pune. The project aims for tech-enabled, service-driven rural transformation.
Delhi's Deep Metro Tunnels: A Solution to City Congestion?
Delhi's new underground metro phase uses deep excavation & advanced tech to tackle traffic. Will this mega push finally ease the capital's congestion? Read more.
South Goa Bans Road Digging Until November 28
South Goa district bans all road digging activities from Nov 26-28 under BNS 2023. Government departments must restore damaged roads. Violators face strict legal action.
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