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Auction of Buddha relics in Hong Kong postponed: Culture ministry

Classified as ‘AA’ antiquities under Indian law, the relics are prohibited from sale or export. (The Piprawha Project)
Published on May 07, 2025 07:01 PM IST

Mosque-temple case: Allahabad HC grants time to Sambhal Masjid body to file rejoinder

The bench of Justice Rohit Ranjan Agarwal fixed May 12 as the next date of hearing. (For Representation)
Updated on May 05, 2025 09:11 PM IST

ASI opens exhibition on World Heritage Day at Jantar Mantar

An ASI official said the exhibition, showcases photographs and information about several UNESCO World Heritage Sites across India (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)
Published on Apr 19, 2025 06:52 AM IST

Gyanvapi case: Allahabad HC adjourns hearing on plea seeking ASI survey of Wazukhana area

The next hearing in the case will take place on May 5. (For Representation)
Published on Apr 16, 2025 05:48 AM IST

Contractors staying away from Mangi bridge project: PWD

It will take two months and a cost of 21.7 lakh to install the heavy-duty barriers. (HT Archive)
Published on Apr 16, 2025 05:24 AM IST

This summer, it is “Wah Taj” with 54 high-capacity coolers

These coolers have been kept all over Taj premises, including eastern and western gates, booking counters etc. (Sourced)
Published on Apr 13, 2025 10:23 PM IST

Sambhal mosque: ASI’s use of ‘Juma Masjid’ on new signboard sparks row

The new board, which has already been prepared, bears the name “Juma Masjid,” which the committee claims is not a recognised or commonly used term (File photo)
Published on Apr 11, 2025 05:26 AM IST

Sambhal's Jama Masjid to get new signboard reading ‘Juma Masjid’

Sambhal mosque (HT file photo)
Updated on Apr 08, 2025 01:06 PM IST

Supreme Court dismisses challenge to Allahabad high court’s Sambhal mosque order

The court said such matters did not warrant its intervention. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Apr 01, 2025 01:47 PM IST

SC disposes over 20-year-old PIL for conservation, restoration of Red Fort

SC disposes over 20-year-old PIL for conservation, restoration of Red Fort
Updated on Mar 25, 2025 04:01 PM IST

ASI to document Old Goa site after cannonballs found during excavation

An excavation work undertaken for the construction of a tourist information centre close to the Old Goa heritage complex unearthed the remains of an age-old structure believed to be the remains of a church as well as dozens of cannon balls.
Published on Mar 24, 2025 08:59 PM IST

Excavation to begin in Maharaja Agrasen’s capital Agroha after 41 years

Sharma further said that the objective of the excavation is to understand the nature of Agroha’s trade links with the outside world. (File)
Published on Mar 22, 2025 06:44 AM IST

HC allows impleadment of ASI, Central government

The controversy is related to Mughal emperor Aurangazeb-era Shahi Eidgah mosque at Mathura (HT File Photo)
Published on Mar 20, 2025 06:22 AM IST

Painting continues at Sambhal’s Jama Masjid, LED lights installed

Workers whitewash the outer wall of the Shahi Jama Masjid, in Sambhal district on Monday. (PTI)
Published on Mar 18, 2025 05:48 AM IST

ASI begins whitewashing at Sambhal’s Shahi Jama Masjid

On March 12, the high court issued an order for the painting and decoration of Jama Masjid, specifying that the ASI would oversee the process. (Sourced)
Published on Mar 17, 2025 05:22 AM IST

Significant dip in footfall at Aurangzeb’s tomb amid controversy

The grave of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, located in Khuldabad, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (formerly Aurangabad), has experienced a noticeable decline in visitor footfall. (HT FILE)
Updated on Mar 15, 2025 02:41 PM IST

PWD to install height barriers to safeguard Mangey bridge

Restoration work underway at the bridge in May 2024. (HT Archive)
Published on Mar 14, 2025 05:10 AM IST

HC directs ASI to whitewash parts of Sambhal mosque within one week

Sambhal mosque (HT file photo)
Updated on Mar 12, 2025 10:09 PM IST

HC seeks ASI reply on exterior whitewashing of Sambhal mosque

The court has given ASI 24 hours to file the affidavit. (Sourced)
Updated on Mar 10, 2025 09:58 PM IST

Whitewash Dispute: HC grants time to Sambhal mosque panel for response, hearing on March 10

Advocate general Arun Kumar Misra informed the court that law and order have been maintained around the structure by state authorities. (Sourced)
Published on Mar 04, 2025 10:04 PM IST

Clean Sambhal mosque premises, HC tells ASI

Members of a judicial commission in Sambhal on Friday (Sourced)
Published on Mar 01, 2025 06:26 AM IST

After HC order, ASI team visits Sambhal mosque

The ASI team included joint director Madan Singh Chauhan, director Zulfequar Ali and Vinod Singh Rawat. Zafar Ali, president of the Shahi Jama Masjid Management committee, was also present (HT)
Published on Feb 28, 2025 05:44 AM IST

HC asks ASI to assess requirement of whitewashing Sambhal mosque

Advocate Manoj Kumar Singh, appearing for ASI, submitted that his officers were not permitted by the Masjid Committee to enter the mosque and he is not in a position to make a statement as to whether whitewash is needed or not. (PTI)
Published on Feb 28, 2025 05:42 AM IST

Bridge construction near Pucca Pul set to take off

Heavy vehicles were banned from commuting on the bridge last year (File)
Published on Feb 27, 2025 08:44 AM IST

HC to hear application seeking Sambhal mosque’s whitewash on Feb 27

The court further directed that Manoj Kumar Singh, the counsel appearing for the ASI, shall also seek instructions by the next date (File Photo)
Published on Feb 26, 2025 05:06 AM IST

ASI permission sought for cleaning Sambhal mosque ahead of Ramzan

Following the violence during a survey of mosque on November 24, 2024, the committee has chosen to seek formal approval. (HT file)
Published on Feb 25, 2025 06:06 AM IST

Bisleri signs MOU with ASI to revive water bodies at heritage sites across India

Bisleri's MoU with ASI will help in reviving water bodies across India, furthering the country's goal of environmental restoration.
Published on Feb 20, 2025 06:59 PM IST

ASI Patna seeks excavation at Kurkihar village in Bihar's Gaya to find archaeological treasures

ASI Patna seeks excavation at Kurkihar village in Bihar's Gaya to find archaeological treasures
Published on Feb 16, 2025 02:17 PM IST

Few takers for heritage monument adoption scheme in Maharashtra 

In Maharashtra, out of 60 listed monuments only one monument was adopted. This includes Elephanta caves near Mumbai.   (HT PHOTO)
Published on Feb 16, 2025 06:30 AM IST

ASI begins preservation of Peshwa-era paintings at Pune’s Shaniwar Wada

In 2021, the then-Mayor Mukta Tilak had written to the ASI’s Delhi office, requesting the restoration of Shaniwar Wada. In response, on November 8, 2021, Union minister G Kishan Reddy informed Tilak that the conservation and restoration of the fort wall had been initiated. (HT PHOTO)
Published on Feb 13, 2025 08:38 AM IST