Archaeologists in Thailand have discovered two 2,000-year-old gold rings at an Iron Age burial site. One ring features an ancient Indian Brahmi inscription, offering fresh, concrete evidence of early maritime trade and cultural exchange between India and Southeast Asia.
Archaeologists in Tamil Nadu have unearthed a record-breaking eight-foot iron spear dating back to 3,345 BCE. Found at an Iron Age burial site near Tuticorin alongside gold objects, the find reveals advanced metallurgical skills and complex ritual practices in ancient India.