Hyderabad is witnessing a rapid transformation driven by urban expansion that has not only reshaped the city’s skyline but has also imperilled its geological and cultural legacy. Among the most…
India is home to numerous hilltop forts that stand as a testament to the country’s rich history and architectural prowess. These forts were built atop rugged terrains and served as…
The Anthropological Survey of India (AnSI) and various Tribal Research Institutes (TRI) have, for the first time, conducted a comprehensive classification of 268 denotified, semi-nomadic, and nomadic tribes that had…
A recent study published in Nature has genetically traced the origins of the Indo-European language family, which comprises over 400 languages spoken by more than 40 per cent of the…
French President Emmanuel Macron announced on 28 January 2025 that the Louvre Museum will undergo a significant modernisation, including the creation of a dedicated room for the Mona Lisa. The…
In recent excavations by the Tamil Nadu State Department of Archaeology 160 burial urns were unearthed at Sivagalia in the Tuticorin district. This revealed that the Iron Age in this…
The World Monuments Fund (WMF) has expanded its scope beyond Earth by including the Moon on its list of endangered heritage sites, a first in the organisation’s history. The Moon’s…
Recent archaeological excavations by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in Ratnagiri, Odisha, have brought to light significant Buddhist artefacts, reinforcing the site’s historical importance as a major centre of…
World Monuments Fund (MWF) has revealed the 25 sites selected for the 2025 World Monuments Watch. Two Indian heritage sites find themselves on this list – Bhuj historic water supply…
The Turkish Ministry of Culture is currently executing a cleaning initiative aimed at making the underground sections of the renowned Hagia Sophia in Istanbul accessible to visitors. This undertaking involves…