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Aug 15, 2024

Ancient Solar Calendar Discovered in Turkey

In a groundbreaking discovery, archaeologists may have uncovered the world's oldest solar calendar at the renowned archaeological site of Göbekli Tepe in southern Turkey. This finding offers a fascinating glimpse into the sophisticated astronomical knowledge of our ancient ancestors.
At the heart of this discovery is a large stone pillar adorned with intricate carvings. These carvings, estimated to be nearly 13,000 years old, have captured the attention of researchers due to their potential significance in understanding prehistoric timekeeping and astronomical observations.

Aug 13, 2024

Ancient Maharashtra Rock Art Declared Protected Monument

The Maharashtra government declared the geoglyphs and petroglyphs in Ratnagiri as 'protected monuments' under the Maharashtra Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1960.
The group of petroglyphs at Deud, Ratnagiri, dates back to the Mesolithic era (roughly 20,000-10,000 years ago), according to a notification by the culture department.
Geoglyphs and petroglyphs are different types of ancient art forms. They involve the creation of images or designs on the earth's surface or rock surfaces.

Aug 10, 2024

Adivasi Mahotsav Held in Ranchi

The Adivasi Mahotsav-2024 was held in Ranchi on the occasion of the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples.
The two-day state-sponsored festival was held at Bhagwan Birsa Munda Memorial Park cum Museum in Jail Chowk, aiming at promoting tribal art, culture, lifestyle, cuisine, music and dance.
State Coordination Committee Chairman Shibu Soren, also a Rajya Sabha MP, inaugurated the third edition of the festival.
Artists from tribal communities of Mizoram, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tripura, Chhattisgarh and other states will participate in the festival, and showcase their traditions and culture.

Aug 08, 2024

World's Oldest Calendar Emerges in Turkey

The world's oldest calendar, carved onto an ancient pillar around 12,000 years ago, was discovered by UK archaeologists.
The timekeeping system, unearthed at the Gobekli Tepe site in mountains of Anatolia in Turkey, suggests people were accurately recording dates 10,000 years before it was documented in Greece in 150 BC.
Additionally, the carvings appear to depict a comet strike that wiped out large animals 13,000 years ago and triggered a mini ice age that lasted 1,200 years.

Aug 05, 2024

'VIRAASAT', 10th National Handloom Day Begins at Handloom HAAT, New Delhi

'VIRAASAT', a fortnight long exhibition dedicated to celebrating 10th National Handloom Day began at Handloom Haat in Janpath. National Handloom Development Corporation Ltd (NHDC) is organising the handloom expo under the aegis of the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India which will conclude on August 16, 2024.
The series 'VIRAASAT' - the 'Exclusive Handloom Expo' is a continuation of celebrations held during previous year around the National Handloom Day. This year, the 10th National Handloom Day will be celebrated on August 7. The event focuses on the glorious tradition of Handloom and Handicrafts. It also provides market connect to the handloom weavers and artisans.

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