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17th-Century UK Tomb With Possible Link to Tintin's Captain Haddock Earns Historic Site Recognition
- Friday December 20, 2024
- Travel | Edited by Neha Grover
Since the tomb is the only monument honouring a woman from a period when females had fewer rights and recognition it holds a greater significance in present times
- www.ndtv.com
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16th-Century Spanish Cannons Found in Arizona, Could Be US’s Oldest Firearms
- Tuesday December 17, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Archaeologists have discovered two cannons dating back to 1541 in Arizona. The firearms, believed to be the oldest found in the US, were left behind by Spanish forces after a battle against Native Americans. The cannons, part of Francisco Vázquez de Coronado’s expedition, were likely abandoned following resistance from Indigenous groups. Experts...
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From Bibi Ka Maqbara To Its UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 5 Historical Monuments To Visit In Aurangabad
- Thursday December 5, 2024
- Dayle Pereira
Aurangabad's historical sites not only attracts tourists but also inspires admiration for the architectural achievements of medieval India
- swirlster.ndtv.com
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2,100-Year-Old Temple Discovered in Egypt Hidden in Cliff Face, Reveals Carvings of Ancient Gods
- Tuesday December 3, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A 2,100-year-old temple has been unearthed at Athribis near Sohag, Egypt. Reliefs show King Ptolemy VIII making offerings to the goddess Repit and her son Kolanthes. Rare carvings of decans with animal heads were also found at the entrance of a chamber that once held temple utensils. Scholars suggest further analysis is needed to understand its his...
- www.gadgets360.com
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1,200-Year-Old Viking Cemetery Found in Sweden with Stone Ship Burials
- Wednesday October 30, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Archaeologists in Sweden have discovered a Viking cemetery, dating back 1,200 years, in the village of Tvååker. The site contains over 100 graves, including unique stone ship outlines. Artefacts such as human and animal bones, metal items, and a fragment of a silver coin were found. This discovery sheds light on Viking burial practices and their ...
- www.gadgets360.com
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Travelling To Goa? Your Ultimate Guide To Sun, Sand And Seriously Good Vibes
- Monday October 7, 2024
- Travel | Shubham Bhatnagar
Pack your bags for Goa: An insider's guide to the hottest beaches, cultural experiences, must-try local dishes and thrilling nightlife.
- www.ndtv.com
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Discovery of Mustached Burial Mounds in Kazakhstan Reveals Medieval Secrets
- Sunday September 8, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Archaeologists in Kazakhstan's Ulytau region have uncovered ten ancient kurgans, including several with unique stone ridges resembling mustaches. Dating back to the Middle Ages, these burial mounds offer intriguing insights into historical burial practices. Among the finds is a kurgan containing the remains of a man buried with a triangular arrowhe...
- www.gadgets360.com
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Explained: Why Is Independence Day Celebrated At Red Fort
- Thursday August 15, 2024
- Feature | Edited by Anoushka Sharma
Independence Day 2024: The Red Fort was chosen as the site for the Independence Day celebrations for its historical significance.
- www.ndtv.com
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Triptii Dimri Explored The Famous Historical Sites And Architecture On Her Holiday In Southern France
- Wednesday August 14, 2024
- Lifestyle | Written by Tanvi Nalin Shrivastava , Edited by Dayle Pereira
Tripti Dimri turned tourist when she explored the streets of France
- www.ndtv.com
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The Olympics 2024 Torch Relay Will Showcase The Beauty Of France By Travelling Across These Popular Spots
- Wednesday July 24, 2024
- Written by Tanvi Nalin Shrivastava , Edited by Dayle Pareira
The Olympic Games Paris 2024 Torch Relay is a journey through the beautiful spots and historical sites of France
- swirlster.ndtv.com
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Joe Biden Shares Stage With Elton John To Celebrate LGBTQ Milestone
- Saturday June 29, 2024
- World News | Agence France-Presse
US President Joe Biden paid tribute to LGBTQ pioneers and British music legend Elton John performed his hits as the pair inaugurated on Friday a historical site in New York City celebrating the 1969 "Stonewall riots".
- www.ndtv.com
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Russian Missile Barrage Kills 18, Injures 77 In Historic Ukraine City
- Thursday April 18, 2024
- World News | Agence France-Presse
Rescuers were removing mountains of rubble on Thursday from the site of a lethal Russian missile strike on Ukraine's historic city of Chernigiv, where at least 18 people were killed in an attack.
- www.ndtv.com
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Historic Hindu Temple Demolished In Pakistan's Khyber district: Report
- Friday April 12, 2024
- World News | Press Trust of India
The 'Khyber Temple' was situated in the border town of Landi Kotal Bazaar in the Khyber district but had been vanishing brick by brick over the years. The construction at the site started about 10-15 days ago.
- www.ndtv.com
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Archaeologists Find Microplastic Contamination In Ancient Remains
- Tuesday March 26, 2024
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
The findings highlight the pervasiveness of plastic pollution, reaching even into the seemingly untouched layers of the past.
- www.ndtv.com
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Lok Sabha 2024: Wayanad - A Scenic Constituency With Congress's Stronghold
- Tuesday March 26, 2024
- India News | Written by Gaurav Dwivedi
Lok Sabha election 2024: The Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency in the north of Kerala is known for its picturesque landscape, historical sites, and rich tribal diversity. The constituency shares its borders with Karnataka.
- www.ndtv.com
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17th-Century UK Tomb With Possible Link to Tintin's Captain Haddock Earns Historic Site Recognition
- Friday December 20, 2024
- Travel | Edited by Neha Grover
Since the tomb is the only monument honouring a woman from a period when females had fewer rights and recognition it holds a greater significance in present times
- www.ndtv.com
-
16th-Century Spanish Cannons Found in Arizona, Could Be US’s Oldest Firearms
- Tuesday December 17, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Archaeologists have discovered two cannons dating back to 1541 in Arizona. The firearms, believed to be the oldest found in the US, were left behind by Spanish forces after a battle against Native Americans. The cannons, part of Francisco Vázquez de Coronado’s expedition, were likely abandoned following resistance from Indigenous groups. Experts...
- www.gadgets360.com
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From Bibi Ka Maqbara To Its UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 5 Historical Monuments To Visit In Aurangabad
- Thursday December 5, 2024
- Dayle Pereira
Aurangabad's historical sites not only attracts tourists but also inspires admiration for the architectural achievements of medieval India
- swirlster.ndtv.com
-
2,100-Year-Old Temple Discovered in Egypt Hidden in Cliff Face, Reveals Carvings of Ancient Gods
- Tuesday December 3, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A 2,100-year-old temple has been unearthed at Athribis near Sohag, Egypt. Reliefs show King Ptolemy VIII making offerings to the goddess Repit and her son Kolanthes. Rare carvings of decans with animal heads were also found at the entrance of a chamber that once held temple utensils. Scholars suggest further analysis is needed to understand its his...
- www.gadgets360.com
-
1,200-Year-Old Viking Cemetery Found in Sweden with Stone Ship Burials
- Wednesday October 30, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Archaeologists in Sweden have discovered a Viking cemetery, dating back 1,200 years, in the village of Tvååker. The site contains over 100 graves, including unique stone ship outlines. Artefacts such as human and animal bones, metal items, and a fragment of a silver coin were found. This discovery sheds light on Viking burial practices and their ...
- www.gadgets360.com
-
Travelling To Goa? Your Ultimate Guide To Sun, Sand And Seriously Good Vibes
- Monday October 7, 2024
- Travel | Shubham Bhatnagar
Pack your bags for Goa: An insider's guide to the hottest beaches, cultural experiences, must-try local dishes and thrilling nightlife.
- www.ndtv.com
-
Discovery of Mustached Burial Mounds in Kazakhstan Reveals Medieval Secrets
- Sunday September 8, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
Archaeologists in Kazakhstan's Ulytau region have uncovered ten ancient kurgans, including several with unique stone ridges resembling mustaches. Dating back to the Middle Ages, these burial mounds offer intriguing insights into historical burial practices. Among the finds is a kurgan containing the remains of a man buried with a triangular arrowhe...
- www.gadgets360.com
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Explained: Why Is Independence Day Celebrated At Red Fort
- Thursday August 15, 2024
- Feature | Edited by Anoushka Sharma
Independence Day 2024: The Red Fort was chosen as the site for the Independence Day celebrations for its historical significance.
- www.ndtv.com
-
Triptii Dimri Explored The Famous Historical Sites And Architecture On Her Holiday In Southern France
- Wednesday August 14, 2024
- Lifestyle | Written by Tanvi Nalin Shrivastava , Edited by Dayle Pereira
Tripti Dimri turned tourist when she explored the streets of France
- www.ndtv.com
-
The Olympics 2024 Torch Relay Will Showcase The Beauty Of France By Travelling Across These Popular Spots
- Wednesday July 24, 2024
- Written by Tanvi Nalin Shrivastava , Edited by Dayle Pareira
The Olympic Games Paris 2024 Torch Relay is a journey through the beautiful spots and historical sites of France
- swirlster.ndtv.com
-
Joe Biden Shares Stage With Elton John To Celebrate LGBTQ Milestone
- Saturday June 29, 2024
- World News | Agence France-Presse
US President Joe Biden paid tribute to LGBTQ pioneers and British music legend Elton John performed his hits as the pair inaugurated on Friday a historical site in New York City celebrating the 1969 "Stonewall riots".
- www.ndtv.com
-
Russian Missile Barrage Kills 18, Injures 77 In Historic Ukraine City
- Thursday April 18, 2024
- World News | Agence France-Presse
Rescuers were removing mountains of rubble on Thursday from the site of a lethal Russian missile strike on Ukraine's historic city of Chernigiv, where at least 18 people were killed in an attack.
- www.ndtv.com
-
Historic Hindu Temple Demolished In Pakistan's Khyber district: Report
- Friday April 12, 2024
- World News | Press Trust of India
The 'Khyber Temple' was situated in the border town of Landi Kotal Bazaar in the Khyber district but had been vanishing brick by brick over the years. The construction at the site started about 10-15 days ago.
- www.ndtv.com
-
Archaeologists Find Microplastic Contamination In Ancient Remains
- Tuesday March 26, 2024
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
The findings highlight the pervasiveness of plastic pollution, reaching even into the seemingly untouched layers of the past.
- www.ndtv.com
-
Lok Sabha 2024: Wayanad - A Scenic Constituency With Congress's Stronghold
- Tuesday March 26, 2024
- India News | Written by Gaurav Dwivedi
Lok Sabha election 2024: The Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency in the north of Kerala is known for its picturesque landscape, historical sites, and rich tribal diversity. The constituency shares its borders with Karnataka.
- www.ndtv.com