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15-million-year-old fossils of Shark discovered in Odisha, date back to ... Estimated to be around 15 million years old, the fossil dates back to the Miocene epoch, a period known for significant biodiversity and climatic changes. A significant fossil discovery in Baripada town of Odisha's Mayurbhanj district highlights the region's ancient marine ecosystem. It has also brought to light that the entire region - modern-day Baripada and surrounding areas - was submerged in shallow seas. Estimated to be around 15 million years old, the fossil dates back to the Miocene epoch, a period known for significant biodiversity and climatic changes. It was unearthed from the Baripada Fossil Bed and identified by Dr Debabrata Nandi, Assistant Professor in the Department of Remote Sensing and GIS at Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo University, Baripada. The finding let's researchers to believe that large parts of present-day Baripada and its surrounding areas were once submerged under a shallow sea. ALSO READ:Sea ice twice the size of Rajasthan goes missing from Antarctica in winter The discovery began during a field visit with students to the area said professor Debabrata Nandi. "Actual…

15-million-year-old demon bones found in Odisha ANI Experts believe the Baripada Fossil Bed has the potential to become a major geological heritage site, offering insights into Odisha's prehistoric environment while supporting research, conservation and tourism. A collection of 15-million-year-old fossils , locally known as " Asura Hadda " or "demon bones", has been discovered in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district during a routine college field trip, shedding new light on the region's prehistoric marine past. According to ANI, the discovery was made in Baripada and points to the existence of an ancient shallow sea that once covered large parts of present-day Mayurbhanj. Researchers say the findings provide valuable evidence of a rich marine ecosystem that thrived in the area during the Miocene epoch, around 15 million years ago. The fossils were unearthed from the Baripada Fossil Bed , which extends from Dera in the Kuliana block to Pratappur in the Badasahi block. Scientists believe the site preserves remnants of a diverse underwater habitat that existed when the region was submerged beneath shallow seawaters. — ANI (@ANI) Dr. Debabrata Nandi, researcher and professor in the Department…

Odisha was once underwater: Students discover 15-million-year ... Home SCIENCE 15-million-year-old discovery reveals Odisha was once underwater Odisha was once underwater: Students discover 15-million-year-old shark teeth A student field trip near Baripada led researchers to shark teeth and vertebrae fossils. The find suggests parts of present-day Odisha were once under an ancient sea. advertisement The fossils were unearthed near Baripada in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district. (Photo: X/ANI) India Today Science Desk New Delhi, UPDATED: Jun 18, 2026 17:02 IST Subscribe to Notifications A routine student field trip in Odisha has led to the discovery of fossils dating back nearly 15 million years, including shark teeth and vertebrae, offering remarkable evidence that parts of the state were once submerged beneath an ancient sea. The fossils were unearthed near Baripada in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district by a team led by Dr Debabrata Nandi, Assistant Professor at the PG Department of Remote Sensing and GIS, North Orissa University. The discovery was made while Dr Nandi was accompanying students on an educational tour. advertisement Read More "When I took our students on a tour, I noticed some…

'Asura hadda' turns out shark fossils: Major discovery shows Odisha was ... Fossil remains long referred to by villagers in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district as ‘Asura hadda’, or ‘demon bones’, have been identified as the remains of ancient marine creatures dating back nearly 15 million years. The discovery has opened a window into a prehistoric landscape and added to evidence that large parts of eastern India were once covered by a shallow sea during the Miocene epoch. The remains include well-preserved shark teeth, vertebrae and other marine fossils found in the Baripada Fossil Beds along the Budhabalanga river. Researchers said the find sheds light on Odisha’s geological past and suggests that an area now inland was once part of a coastal ecosystem. The discovery was made during an educational field visit led by Dr Debabrata Nandi, Assistant Professor at the PG Department of Remote Sensing and GIS, North Orissa University. While accompanying students near Baripada in Mayurbhanj district, Dr Nandi noticed unusual remnants embedded in the landscape that appeared to be fossils. When the team spoke to local residents, they found that the objects were locally known as ‘asura hadda’. W…

Professor unearths shark teeth from an ancient sea in Odisha Professor unearths shark teeth from an ancient sea in Odisha The fossils were unearthed from the Baripada Fossil Bed, which stretches from Dera in the Kuliana block to Pratappur in the Badasahi block. By CNBCTV18.com June 18, 2026, 5:24:15 PM IST (Updated) 3 Min Read Fossils dating back nearly 15 million years were recently discovered in the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha. This discovery has shed light on the ancient marine ecosystem of the region, suggesting that large parts of modern-day Baripada and surrounding areas were once submerged beneath a shallow sea. The fossils were unearthed from the Baripada Fossil Bed, which stretches from Dera in the Kuliana block to Pratappur in the Badasahi block. It is said that the fossils date back to the Miocene epoch, a period known for significant biodiversity and climatic changes, as reported by ANI. The fossil assemblage reportedly includes shark teeth, shark vertebrae, fish bones, mollusc shells, and microscopic marine organisms, indicating the presence of a rich and diverse underwater ecosystem millions of years ago. Speaking to ANI, Dr Debabrata Nandi, researcher and professo…

Odisha: 15-million-year-old marine fossils found in Baripada Baripada, June 18:A 15-million-year-old fossil discovered in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district sheds light on the region's ancient marine ecosystem and suggests that modern-day Baripada and surrounding areas were submerged in shallow seas. The fossils, unearthed from the Baripada Fossil Bed stretching from Dera in the Kuliana block to Pratappur in the Badasahi block, date back to the Miocene epoch, a period known for significant biodiversity and climatic changes. Researchers believe the findings indicate that large parts of present-day Baripada and its surrounding areas were once submerged under a shallow sea. Speaking to ANI, Dr Debabrata Nandi, Researcher and Professor in the Department of GIS at Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo (MSCB) University, said the discovery began during a field visit with students. "Actually, when I took our students on a tour, I noticed some fossil-like remnants there. We went to the local people and asked them what it was, and they referred to it as 'Asura Hadda', or 'demon's bones'. After that, we investigated further and found several fossils, including microfossils such as shark teeth an…

15-Million-Year-Old Marine Fossils Discovered in Baripada News Bulletin 15-Million-Year-Old Marine Fossils Discovered in Baripada Oplus_131072 15-Million-Year-Old Marine Fossils Discovered in Baripada By: Smita Writes Date: June 18, 2026, 1:11 PM TNI Bureau: A 15-million-year-old fossil discovery in Baripada area of Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district has revealed that the region was once part of a shallow sea, offering new insights into its prehistoric marine ecosystem. The fossils were found at the Baripada Fossil Bed, stretching from Dera in Kuliana block to Pratappur in Badasahi block, and are believed to date back to the Miocene epoch. Researchers from Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo (MSCB) University said that large parts of present-day Baripada and nearby areas were once under a shallow marine environment. The fossils include shark teeth, fish bones, mollusc shells, and microscopic marine organisms, indicating a rich underwater ecosystem. Dr. Debabrata Nandi said the discovery began during a student field visit when fossil-like remains were first noticed and later confirmed through scientific study. Scientists are now studying how the sea retreated nearly 60 km from present-day…