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Ancient skeletons unearthed in France disclose Italian Mafia-style killing
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
Over 5,500 years ago, two women were tied up and probably buried alive in a ritual sacrifice in France using a form of torture associated today with the Italian Mafia, an analysis of skeletons discovered at an archaeological site showed, according to CNN.
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Italian Ambassador visits archaeological sites at Al Sinniyah Island
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
Lorenzo Fanara, Ambassador of Italy to the UAE, has toured several archaeological sites on Al Sinniyah Island to observe the research and excavation efforts of Umm Al Qaiwain's Department of Tourism and Archaeology during its annual excavations programme. The island is a unique destination t
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Congress' Jairam Ramesh says, Modi govt tried to weaken 2010 Act meant for
Updated : 2 years, 6 months ago IST
On X, Jairam Ramesh posted, "The NMA (National Monuments Authority) was set up soon after Parliament passed the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains (Amendment and Validation) Act in March 2010. This was a huge step forward for the protection of our cultural heritage which
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Teen discovers 1,500-year-old ‘magic mirror’ at Israeli excavation
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
Aviv Weizman, of Kiryat Motzkin, near Haifa, was one of 500 students participating in a week-long “Survival Course” which included a 90 km trek and participation in excavations at archaeological sites around Israel which will be opened to the public in the future.
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Buddhist archaeological site of Pilak becomes prominent destination for to
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
The rich historical and spiritual history of Pilak, which is situated in the scenic area of Jolaibari, South Tripura District, is being promoted by the state government of Tripura
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Greece witnesses largest-ever evacuation as tourists flee Rhodes wildfires
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
The largest evacuation effort launched in Greece's history, according to officials, was when a massive wildfire ravaging the Greek island of Rhodes forced hundreds of tourists to leave their hotels on Sunday, CNN reported.
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Red fort to remain closed for visitors till July 14: ASI
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
"ln exercise of the powers conferred under Rule 5 of the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Rules, 1959, the Director General, Archaeologrcal Survey of lndia hereby direct that the Red Fort, Delhi shall remain closed for the public and general visitors from 2nd half of 13
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"The Art of Plunder: A Captivating Tale of Greed, Vengeance, and Historica
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], June 14: In the world of greed, where even the smallest act can have far-reaching consequences, author Alekhya Talapatra presents a captivating story in his remarkable novel, "The Art of Plunder." With its suspenseful and thrilling narrative, this book takes readers on a g
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Suspects caught red-handed trying to rob 2,000-year-old archaeological sit
Updated : 3 years ago IST
The suspects were trying to rob a Roman-Byzantine site in the village of Ein Mahal, near Nazareth.
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SC refuses to entertain plea related to Ayodhya Buddha Vihar
Updated : 3 years, 3 months ago IST
The Supreme Court refuses to entertain a plea to declare Ayodhya Buddha Vihar as an archaeological site of national importance.
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Buddhism thrives globally under PM Modi government
Updated : 3 years, 3 months ago IST
Calling PM Modi an "internationally renowned statesman," the Buddhist magazine said that he had reiterated his desire and indomitable spirit towards protecting and preserving such holy sites as shrines, temples, archaeological sites, and everything related to Buddhist heritage in India.
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Delhi court dismisses review plea in Qutub complex row
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
A Delhi Court on Saturday dismissed a review petition moved by Kunwar Mahender Dhwaj Pratap Singh against the dismissal order of Intervention Application (IA) in a suit sought worshipping rights for Hindus and Jains inside the Qutub Minar complex.
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