Thanks to indifference of the locals and authorities concerned, the historic pillar erected by Indian emperor Ashoka in Niglihawa of Kapilbastu is in a pitiable state. Growing human encroachment ...

Trenches dug for storm water drain construction right at Ashok Pillar cause traffic jams and pose a threat to life. Ashok Nagar 10th Avenue junction is one of the busiest in the city, which makes ...

CHENNAI: Crossing the junction at Ashok Pillar in Ashok Nagar is increasingly becoming a daunting task, say pedestrians as motorists have made it a norm to jump the signal and not stop at the ...

Visitors from across the globe will be introduced to the iconic Ashoka Pillar, inscribed with the Prayag Prashasti of Emperor Samudragupta, showcasing the rich heritage and enduring legacy of ...

The original Ashoka Pillar of Allahabad is a single shaft of polished sandstone standing 35 feet (10.7 m) high. It has a lower diameter of 35 inches (0.9 m) and an upper diameter of 26 inches (0.7 m).

The Ashoka Chakra symbolises the ‘wheel of Dharma (religion) or law’ in Buddhism. Ashoka built Sarnath back in 250 BC and the pillar was known as Ashok Stambh.