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Archaeological Survey of India
Another inscription brought to light at Kondaveedu fort
Researchers discovered an inscription at the Kondaveedu fort in Palnadu district that appears to be a continuation of a previously found text.
Heritage activists flag threats to Ramappa temple from SCCL mine project
Heritage activists oppose a proposed Singareni Collieries Company Limited open-cast coal mine near the UNESCO World Heritage Ramappa Temple in Telangana.
Development of Thimmalapura Venugopala Swamy and Trikuteshwara Temples
Member of Parliament E. Tukaram announced the development of the historical Venugopala Swamy and Trikuteshwara temples in Thimmalapura into a tourist center.
Eshwar B. Khandre inaugurates new tree park in Bhalki
Minister Eshwar B. Khandre inaugurated a new tree park in Inchur, Bhalki, to promote environmental conservation and increase green cover.
DMK govt. mooted heritage structure in place of King’s Barracks at Fort St. George
The DMK government previously proposed constructing a heritage structure in place of the King's Barracks at Fort St. George, but the plan was rejected by defence authorities.
Sri Rama Sene files complaint against Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Commissioner
Sri Rama Sene has filed a complaint with the Lokayukta against Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation Commissioner Rudresh Ghali over the destruction of an ancient pushkarani pond.
Tamil Nadu plans new Assembly Secretariat complex and sports cities in Chennai
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay announced plans to establish a new integrated Assembly-cum-Secretariat complex, a Tamil Nadu Olympic City, and a Motor Sports City in Chennai.
Ancient coins found during construction in Gharuan village, Mohali
Ancient coins were discovered during excavation for a library in Gharuan village, Mohali, prompting authorities to halt work and investigate.
New excavations at Gharapuri Elephanta reveal secrets of history
Archaeological excavations at Gharapuri Island (Elephanta Caves) have revealed evidence of a significant international trading port dating back 1,500 years.
Tamil Nadu plans new legislative complex in Chennai for 12 billion rupees
Tamil Nadu government plans to construct a new legislative and ministry complex in Chennai at an estimated cost of 12 billion rupees, relocating offices from Fort St George.
Tamil Nadu Law Minister justifies arrest of DMK MLA Markandayan
Tamil Nadu Law Minister R. Nirmalkumar justified the arrest of DMK MLA G.V. Markandayan for allegedly making defamatory and threatening remarks against Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay.
Construction begins on Nandi Hill cable car project despite pending forest clearance
Construction on the Nandi Hill cable car project has commenced at the lower terminal despite pending forest clearance for the upper terminal.
Tamil Nadu archaeologists discover ancient conch shell factory near Thoothukudi
The Tamil Nadu Archaeology Department announced the discovery of an ancient 200-acre conch shell factory in Pattanamrithur near Thoothukudi.
Government allocates 376.88 crore rupees for archaeological monument conservation in 2025-26
The Indian government allocated ₹376.88 crore in 2025-26 for the conservation and preservation of protected monuments under the Archaeological Survey of India.
Warangal administration maps protected monument lands to prevent encroachment
The Warangal district administration has launched an exercise to demarcate lands under the control of the Archaeological Survey of India and the Telangana Department of Heritage to prevent encroachments on archaeological monuments.
South Korean tourist injured by monkey at Taj Mahal
A South Korean female tourist was injured by a monkey at the Taj Mahal in Agra, raising questions about security arrangements and ambulance response times.
Archaeologists unearth brick structures and artifacts at Keeladi excavation site
Continuous brick structures and over 1,300 artifacts unearthed at Keeladi archaeological site during 11th excavation phase by Tamil Nadu State Department of Archaeology.
Supreme Court permits non-polluting industrial applications in Taj Trapezium Zone
The Supreme Court of India authorized the Taj Trapezium Zone Authority to process pending applications for non-polluting industrial units while mandating expert scrutiny to protect the Taj Mahal.
Supreme Court seeks details on alternative prayer site for Bhojshala complex case
Supreme Court of India agreed to hear a Muslim side plea challenging the Madhya Pradesh government's allocation of an alternate Namaz site located about two kilometres from the disputed Bhojshala complex in Dhar, and directed the Solicitor General to ascertain whether a closer site can be provided.