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What NCERT's censored Dancing Girl reveals about how we see objectsNCERT's decision to censor the 'Dancing Girl' statue sparked a debate on objectification, leading the author to reflect on how we perceive ...- On This Day in History, June 21: Ferris wheel opens, Okinawa battle ends, Greenland gains self-rule, WNBA launches, US Constitution takes effect, 5th Harry Potter and other key eventsOn This Day in History, June 21 saw the opening of the world's first Ferris wheel, the end of Japanese resistance on Okinawa during World W...
- 6-year-old Norway boy finds ‘rusty metal’ on class excursion; it turns out to be 1,300-year-old pre-Viking swordA six-year-old boy in Norway discovered a 1,300-year-old sword from the pre-Viking era during a school trip. The ancient weapon, found in a...
- A 4-year-old’s “toy treasure hunt” ended with the discovery of a real medieval gold pendantA young boy named James Hyatt made a remarkable discovery in 2009. While metal detecting with his father in Hockley, Essex, he unearthed a ...
- A construction site buried by Mount Vesuvius may have finally explained why Roman concrete lasted for thousands of yearsAncient Roman concrete's remarkable durability, long attributed to luck, is now understood as a result of a sophisticated "hot mixing" proc...
- Construction workers uncovered six centuries old shipwrecks buried beneath the same siteAn ordinary infrastructure project in Sweden has unearthed an extraordinary past. Six shipwrecks, dating from the Middle Ages to the 17th c...
- India eyes $25 bn trade with Vietnam by 2030 with focus on mineralsIndia and Vietnam have significantly boosted their strategic ties. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced new cooperation in critical miner...
- What a Hidden Reindeer Trap Under Ice Tells Us About Ancient SurvivalA remarkable reindeer trap from Norway's early Iron Age has emerged from melting ice. This ancient system, buried for 1,500 years, reveals ...
- Sacred relics of Lord Buddha arrive in Leh for public exposition, LG Vinai Kumar Saxena calls it historic occasionSacred Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha arrived in Leh for a historic public exposition, commencing a major spiritual celebration. Lieutenant...
- A golden opening awaits Indians this Akshaya Tritiya in the middle of global gloomGold demand in India is expected to rise ahead of Akshaya Tritiya as recent price corrections and easing global tensions improve buying sen...
- World's Greatest Archaeological Mystery Solved: Experts Discover Ancient Secrets Buried for MillenniaAncient dugout canoes found in Lake Mendota, Wisconsin, are rewriting North American prehistory. Some canoes date back over 5,000 years, re...
- IFS officer spots African tree in India, its unusual name sparks memories of Delhi’s Sunder Nursery. The trees seeds are loved by rhinos and hipposAn unusual African tree, known locally as Jhad Fanoos or Balam Kheera, has captured attention in Delhi with its striking maroon blossoms. I...
- India, Sri Lanka connected by deep civilisational, spiritual bonds: PM Modi on relics expositionIndia and Sri Lanka share deep civilisational and spiritual bonds. Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara D...
- Buddha relics from India sent to Bhutan for exposition from Nov 8-18Holy relics of Lord Buddha from India are now in Bhutan for a special exposition. This event is part of a Global Peace Prayer Festival in T...
- Buddhism in India’s Foreign Policy: PM Modi’s vision for global harmonyPrime Minister Modi places Buddhism at the heart of India's cultural diplomacy, emphasizing India's role globally. His visits to key Buddhi...
- PM Modi to reinforce India's role in strengthening regional cooperation: BIMSTEC Secy GenPrime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the BIMSTEC summit in Bangkok, highlighting India's role in enhancing regional cooperation. The summ...
- Manoj Bajpayee's 'Secrets of the Buddha Relics' documentary unveils ancient Indian mysteries: Where to watch?The documentary "Secrets of the Buddha Relics" debuted on OTT platforms in January, captivating audiences with its exploration of ancient m...
- Buddha relics return to India after historic Thailand tourBuddha relics, after captivating Thailand with a 26-day exposition visited by 4.1 million, returned to India on March 19th. The relics were...
- Delhi to host meet on India’s pioneering role in shaping Asian identity through mobilityThe International Research Division of the India International Centre (IIC) is convening an international conference, ‘Asia on the Move: Hi...
- India to send some Buddha relics to Mongolia for displayThis comes after the Mongolian government reached out to India. A delegation, led by Union minister Kiren Rijiju, is expected to travel to ...
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