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Bee attacks at Ajanta Caves: Officials issue advisory for visitors

Bee attacks at Ajanta Caves: Officials issue advisory for visitors

The officials said that the authorities have informed the Archaeological Survey of India and requested steps to control the growth of the combs and safely relocate the bees

24 March,2026 03:01 PM IST | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar | mid-day online correspondent
Ajanta Caves: Visitors avoid strong perfumes, making noise to avoid bee attacks

Ajanta Caves: Visitors avoid strong perfumes, making noise to avoid bee attacks

After multiple incidents of honey bee attacks on tourists near the cave complex recently, officials have detected three honeycombs, one near cave 26 and two near cave 10

24 March,2026 11:37 AM IST | Chhattapati Sambhajinagar | PTI
Volunteers invited for large-scale plastic clean-up at Elephanta Island

Volunteers invited for large-scale plastic clean-up at Elephanta Island

Beyond its famed caves, Elephanta Island is choking with plastic. Join a conservation group’s first step towards saving the island’s mangroves

14 March,2026 09:46 AM IST | Mumbai | Devashish Kamble
Won a UNESCO award, so what?

Won a UNESCO award, so what?

Many heritage landmarks in the city have earned nods from the world body for their historicity or restoration. But is enough being done to protect them, and showcase them to the aam admi?

24 February,2026 06:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Fiona Fernandez

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