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Monday, July 13, 2026
TopicArchaeological Survey of India

Topic: Archaeological Survey of India

Ancient Madhubani mound collapses in Bihar rain. ASI continues excavation without sheds

INTACH’s Bihar chapter has written to the Director General of ASI regarding the immediate suspension of archaeological excavation work at Balirajgarh.

Who placed the mystery Trimbak Shivling at Amrit Kund? Nashik historian has 2 theories

The discovery has stirred excitement in a city preparing for Kumbh. The timing is merely a coincidence, said Arun Malik, Superintending Archaeologist at ASI’s Aurangabad Circle.

Bats are hanging out at India’s protected monuments. And ASI doesn’t know what to do

India’s monuments are locked in a quiet battle against one of their oldest occupants. Yet, ASI has no dedicated policy or budget to tackle bat-related damage.

ASI has delayed filling 50 vacant posts since 2024. Candidates anxious, helpless

What began as a quick recruitment exercise has turned into one of the ASI’s longest selection processes. Out of a sanctioned strength of 150 assistant archaeologists, 79 posts are vacant.

ASI to re-examine Keezhadi excavation report on site

The ASI had asked archaeologist K Amarnath Ramakrishna to revise his 982-page Keezhadi excavation report, but he refused.

I’m guilty of not preparing Harshavardhana’s excavation site report, says ex-ASI official

The lecture took place at the India International Centre, where archaeologist DN Dimri announced that the excavation report has been submitted to ASI after almost four decades.

ASI underwater wing’s first international tie-up with Denmark to find 400-yr old Oresund

The 17th-century Danish ship Oresund, will shed light on early trade, navigation and cultural exchanges across the Indian Ocean.

Bihar’s Raniwas Mound to be a site of national importance. ASI pursued protection for 4 yrs

Situated northeast of the world's largest Buddhist stupa, Raniwas Mound takes its name from local legends. The site is spread across 1.63 acres, and the Bihar government owns the land.

Want to shoot a film at an ASI monument? New website makes it easier to get permission

Through the website SAHMAT, visitors can apply 15 days in advance if they want to film or organise events at an ASI-protected monument.

Delhi Golf Club: Why SC ordered restrictions around protected monuments, then put it on hold

Seized of a Court Commissioner’s report on the Delhi Golf Club, the court described the situation as ‘alarming, to say the least’.

On Camera

How the Modi govt broke the decades-long Narmada deadlock

The decades-old dispute over the Narmada river has finally been resolved. The agreement reflects Syama Prasad Mookerjee's vision of national development through cooperation.

US-Iran fresh conflict reignites oil market fears as IEA sees fragile demand rebound

The crude oil output and exports are recovering after the Strait of Hormuz reopened, but renewed conflict poses a fresh risk, says International Energy Agency.

DIA effect: Canada steams ahead with TKMS for new submarines, India’s P 75I still in works

Ottawa has handed over execution functions of critical defence projects to a CEO-led organisation for reducing procurement timelines and making it solely accountable for outcomes.

Satluj risks rekindling anger & distrust in Punjab. It’s not about the film, but the votes

Diljit Dosanjh-starrer Satluj doesn’t blame any political party or individual politicians. We only know the demographic in Punjab it’s bound to trigger the most.