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Mohenjodaro

Mohenjodaro is an ancient city of the Indus Valley Civilisation. It dates back to around 2500 BCE. The site is located in present-day Pakistan. It showcases advanced urban planning and architecture. Notable features include a sophisticated drainage system and public baths. Mohenjodaro reflects the cultural and economic practices of its time. It remains a archaeological site for understanding early human societies.

Important Indus Valley Sites

Harappa was located on the banks of river Ravi in the Montogomery district of west Punjab. It was...

 January 6, 2023

Indus Valley Economy

The Indus Valley Civilization boasted an advanced economy that relied on extensive cultivation, efficient irrigation systems, and a...

 October 7, 2022

Key Features of Indus Valley Civilisation

Indus valley civilisation represents the earliest extant urban culture of the Indian subcontinent. It was identified in the...

 October 6, 2022

National Museum Hosts Exhibition on Ancient Indian Cuisine

India's ancient food history is set to be explored at the National Museum in New Delhi through a...

 February 19, 2020

Union Budget Proposes Development of 5 Iconic Archaeological Sites

The Union Budget 2020-21 has recently advocated the development of Rakhigarhi, located in the Hisar district of Haryana,...

 February 2, 2020

Over 100 Injured in Tamil Nadu Jallikattu Events

The recent Jallikattu events in Tamil Nadu have resulted in over 100 injuries, bringing this traditional bull-taming sport...

 January 17, 2020

Indus Valley Civilization Had Independent Origin, Study Reveals

The recent study on the DNA of skeletal remains excavated from the Rakhigarhi site in Haryana, the largest...

 September 6, 2019

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