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Scientists found an 8-year-old Neanderthal child in a Belgian cave, and the molar DNA found is said to be the oldest human genetic code ever sequenced, turning one hillside into a rare window on our deep past- In 1879, 8-year-old María de Sautuola looked up in a Spanish cave and saw bison painted 36,000 years ago; scientists rejected her father's claim for 23 years
- 15-million-year-old Asura Hadda (demon bones) found in Odisha's Baripada during college field trip. Here's everything we know
- In 1996, two students wading in the Columbia found a skull, and an American origins battle beganIn 1996, the unearthing of ancient human remains near Kennewick, Washington, sparked a firestorm of discussion. Initially perceived as an e...03 Jun, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
- In 1850, islanders clearing storm-stripped dunes on Orkney uncovered buried stone homes that revealed one of Europe’s best-preserved Neolithic villagesA prehistoric village, Skara Brae, lay hidden for thousands of years under Orkney's sand dunes. A powerful storm in 1850 uncovered this anc...14 May, 2026, 04.02 PM IST
- India's first Petroglyph Conservation Park to be set up in LadakhLt Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena lays foundation stone for India’s first petroglyph conservation park in Leh on World Heritage Day. The park ...18 Apr, 2026, 07.03 PM IST
- An 8,000-Year-Old Secret Beneath the Water, and What It Reveals About Early Human RitualsArchaeologists unearthed a prehistoric human skeleton in a submerged cave off Mexico's Caribbean coast, dating back over 8,000 years. Found...29 Mar, 2026, 03.15 PM IST
- Iran says US, Israeli strikes damage 120 museums, historic buildingsUS and Israeli strikes on Iran have damaged at least 120 culturally or historically significant sites across the country since the start of...27 Mar, 2026, 05.12 PM IST
- This 10,000-Year-Old Hunting Strategy Changes What We Knew About Early HumansArchaeologists in Slovenia's Karst region have uncovered extensive ancient stone walls. These structures, stretching over 25 kilometers, we...21 Mar, 2026, 03.18 PM IST
- Two million years of history at stake: Papamiya Tekdi and Bhatala sites threatened by mining and constructionAncient Stone Age sites in Maharashtra face destruction. Papamiya Tekdi and Bhatala village, holding evidence of early human activity over ...18 Mar, 2026, 06.08 PM IST
- 5,000-Year-Old Stone Tomb Found in Spain: What Archaeologists Discovered Inside This Massive Prehistoric BurialA huge prehistoric tomb, 5,000 years old, has been found near Teba in Spain's Malaga region. This remarkably preserved dolmen offers a rare...14 Mar, 2026, 02.55 PM IST
- Entry to all ASI sites to be free on International Museum DayTo celebrate International Museum Day, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is offering free entry to all its sites and museums nationw...17 May, 2025, 10.06 PM IST
- UK: Is Stonehenge aligned with Moon? Rare cosmic event may reveal mysterious linkFollowing these questions and many more mysteries, English Heritage and experts from other organizations announced their intention to study...22 May, 2024, 10.30 PM IST
- Maharashtra govt to exclude petroglyphs area from Barsu refinery land acquisition, says ministerAs per a survey by archaeology directorate, there are 62 petroglyphs in Barsu, cultural affairs minister Sudhir Mungantiwar said in a writt...24 Jul, 2023, 02.36 PM IST
- Discovered in Bhimbetka, India’s lone fossil of world’s oldest animalResearchers believe they have found the first-ever fossil in India of a Dickinsonia —the Earth’s ‘oldest animal’, dating back 570 million y...10 Feb, 2021, 10.23 AM IST
- This election season, you have more than one reason (Rahul Gandhi) to visit WayanadThe Congress President has popularised Wayanad. But there’s more to the beautiful hill town.25 Apr, 2019, 05.15 PM IST
- Climate change threatens cultural heritage: UNThe Statue of Liberty, Uganda's gorilla forest, Stonehenge and Venice - the United Nations listed 31 protected sites threatened by sea leve...26 May, 2016, 11.14 PM IST
- China constructing USD 18-million cultural park in TibetAccording to Yungzhung Dawa the Karub Ruins Park, located in Qamdo City, will allow visitors to learn about the plateau's prehistoric civil...25 Sep, 2015, 04.36 PM IST
- Preserving the past and saving the presentWhat does India’s archaeological heritage have in common with her natural heritage? And why will preserving our environment also help save ...05 Jun, 2010, 12.18 AM IST
- Facilitation centre to elucidate Ajanta sculpturesEquipped with replicas of the ancient caves and multimedia guides, the visitor facilitation centre, being built at a cost of Rs 100 crore, ...30 Sep, 2007, 10.00 PM IST
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