India witnessed several major developments in the field of culture in the year 2024. Major discoveries were made through archaeological excavations in different parts of India. Several ongoing research works in the field of archaeology are on the...
ASI begins process of unravelling portion of 'assembly hall' of Mauryan emperors in Patna- Hindustan Times
The Archaeological Survey of India commenced a process of unravelling a portion of the '80-pillared assembly hall' at Kumhrar in Patna, a site...
69 stone inscriptions dating back to 9th century discovered in Karnataka's Kodagu, transcription done- Deccan Herald
The transcription of newly found stone slab inscriptions in Karnataka's Kodagu district has now been completed. The discovery of the...
Marathi gets classical language status: Celebrations in literary world- The Times of India
In a historic decision, Marathi, the language spoken by millions in Maharashtra and beyond, was officially declared a ‘classical' language by the central govt...
New study suggests existence of a dockyard at Lothal, Gujarat, during Harappan Civilisation- The Indian Express
Since the discovery of Harappan sites at Lothal, located in the Bhal region of Gujarat, in the 1950s, archaeologists have been divided on...
In Upper Assam’s Charaideo district on the foothills of the Patkai Ranges, amidst the vast expanse of greenery, one can find a place where the holy spirits reside, the Moidams. There are around 90 big and small dome-shaped earthen mounds in...
India, as a civilisational state, firmly believes in the preservation of global heritage for future generations. Along with the conservation of heritage sites within the country, India has also been supporting heritage conservation projects in the...
Mathura culture, Mahabharata Period — ASI digs Govardhan Hill after 50 years- The Print
The Archaeological Survey of India is on a mission to untangle the historical threads of Braj region, the birthplace of Hindu deity Krishna. For the first time...
A Hindu festival in southwestern Pakistan brings a mountainous region to life- Associated Press
The ascent of steep mud volcanoes marks the start of Hindu pilgrims’ religious rituals in southwestern Pakistan. They climb hundreds of stairs or clamber...
Buddha relics return to India after historic Thailand tour- The Economic Times
The relics of Lord Buddha, along with those of his disciples Arahant Sariputta and Arahant Maha Moggallana, after 26 days returned to the National Museum in Delhi on...