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Water Harvesting in Ancient India

Cumbum tank has been in news for its water storage capacity.

Ramappa Temple
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Ramappa Temple

Centre approves loans for development of Ramappa Circuit under the SASCI scheme.

Brihadisvara Temple | Raja Raja Chola
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Brihadisvara Temple | Raja Raja Chola

The birth anniversary of the legendary Chola emperor Raja Raja Chola I is celebrated during the Sadhaya Vizha in Thanjavur of Tamil Nadu.

Konark Sun Temple
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Konark Sun Temple

Sandstone replicas of Konark wheels from the Konark Temple have been installed at the Rashtrapati Bhavan’s Cultural Centre and Amrit Udyan.

Raigarh Fort
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Raigarh Fort

This year’s Rashtriya Ekta Diwas theme celebrates the heritage of Raigad Fort.

Great Stupa of Sanchi
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Great Stupa of Sanchi

External Affairs Minister recently stopped by the replica of the East Gate of Sanchi’s Great Stupa standing in front of Humboldt Forum museum in Berlin.

Gingee Fort
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Gingee Fort

A UNESCO team is set to visit Gingee Fort in Tamil Nadu, which has been nominated for the World Heritage Site designation.

Fatehpur Sikri
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Fatehpur Sikri

Shared ownership of protected monuments with Waqf Board causes conflict, says ASI.

Sangameshwar Temple
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Sangameshwar Temple

Sangameshwar Temple is submerged due to flooding in Krishna river.

Vishnupad and Mahabodhi Temple
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Vishnupad and Mahabodhi Temple

Union Budget announced corridor projects for the Vishnupad and the Mahabodhi Temple.

Moidams
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Moidams

International Council on Monuments and Sites has recommended inclusion of Assam’s Ahom Era Moidams in UNESCO World Heritage List.

World's oldest cave painting
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World’s oldest cave painting

Scientists have discovered the world’s oldest-known cave painting inside Leang Karampuang cave in Sulawesi