Discovering geoglyphs of India
With the discoveries and declaration of numerous geoglyph sites as protected monuments across India, the country has found a place on the global geoglyph map, alongside sites like Chile’s Atacama…
Heavy rains causes water leakage in Taj Mahal dome
Water leakage has been reported at the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Agra, following three consecutive days of persistent rainfall. Videos of the waterlogged garden within the…
Rock-cut architecture hints to settlements of Zoroastrian community in Madagascar
An international team of researchers has uncovered an enigmatic rock-cut architectural site at Teniky, located in the remote Isalo Massif in southern Madagascar. This discovery is unparalleled as no similar…
Humayun’s Tomb site Interpretation Centre
Humayun’s Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Delhi, stands as one of the most significant Mughal monuments in India. As the first garden tomb on the Indian subcontinent, its…
ASI to outsource excavation projects to states and universities
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is the sole authority responsible for approving archaeological excavations across the country and is set to delegate some of its excavation projects to state…
Preserving Karnataka’s Heritage: The Urgent Need to Protect and Maintain the State’s Historic Monuments
Karnataka boasts the second-highest number of protected monuments in India. Beyond the renowned and frequently visited sites in Belur, Halebid, and Hampi, there are numerous structures constructed by rulers from…
The Catastrophic Year that Shaped the Course of Human History
In the annals of history, some years stand out as particularly pivotal, shaping the course of human events in profound ways. Among these, 536 AD is often cited as one…
The 2,200-Year-Old Chinese Irrigation System That Continues to Shape Modern Agriculture
Nestled in the scenic Min River Valley in Sichuan Province, the Dujiangyan Irrigation System stands as a testament to ancient engineering ingenuity. Dating back over 2,200 years, this marvel of…
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Price Tower Heads to Auction Amid Controversy
Frank Lloyd Wright’s only skyscraper, Price Tower, located in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, is set to go up for auction in October. The architectural landmark and one of only three buildings Wright…
Private Firm Adopts Elephanta Caves Under ASI’s ‘Adopt a Heritage’ Scheme
A significant development in heritage conservation has taken place as a private firm has adopted the Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, under the Archaeological Survey of India’s (ASI)…