A 23-metre-deep ancient river system, paleochannel, has also been found during the excavation. Many historians are linking it to the mythical Saraswati river that is mentioned in the Rig Veda.

The Rig Veda, a collection of sayings and hymns from various religious and philosophical schools, was compiled around 1500 B.C. Like nearly all religious texts, it mentions historical events.

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has unearthed evidence of a civilisation dating back 4,500 years in Bahaj village of Deeg district, Rajasthan.

We all think we know the story of India’s history, right? The Indus Valley Civilization, the Vedic texts, the Maurya Empire—these are the classic benchmarks. These are the things you learned in school ...