New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) currently safeguards 3,686 centrally protected monuments, supported by strengthened conservation systems, scientific restoration methods and modern technologies like AI, an official fact-sheet said on Saturday.India’s global heritage profile has expanded, with 44 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the recent addition of the Maratha Military Landscapes.“Heritage and monument preservation has advanced through large-scale d…
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Ujjain, Jan 25 (IANS) The ancient city of Ujjain is beaming with pride as senior archaeologist Dr Narayan Vyas has been honoured with the Padma Shri award in the 2026 civilian honours announced by the government of India. The recognition celebrates his lifelong dedication to archaeology, historical research, and the preservation of India’s rich cultural heritage, particularly in the Malwa region.Dr Narayan Vyas, a retired Superintendent Archaeologist from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)…