Discovery of new archaeological site in Haryana’s Sandhai village and a brief look at the Harappan site of Bhirrana

Discovery of new archaeological site in Haryana’s Sandhai village and a brief look at the Harappan site of Bhirrana

By Monidipa Dey,  Few days back there were media reports of a 1,600-year-old archaeological site discovered near Haryana’s Sandhai village in Yamunanagar district, which held ties to ancient habitations along the Saraswati river. Archaeologists have reportedly found evidence of “continued habitation” and a likely temple site, at a place which would have once stood on the … Read more

Water level of Yamuna in Delhi close to warning mark

Water level of Yamuna in Delhi close to warning mark

The Delhi government had to launch evacuation and relief operations after the overflowing river submerged many low-lying areas. (File photo: IE) The Yamuna was flowing close to the warning mark in Delhi on Sunday morning, but the water level is receding gradually, officials said. “The water level was recorded at 203.98 metres at the Old … Read more