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Nobel Laureates with Indian Origins – Part 3
By Srinidhi Murthy As part of our ongoing series, read about some more Nobel Laureates with Indian origins, whose Indian roots, education or heritage have helped them earn international acclaim. Har Gobind Khorana Born in 1922, in Raipur village in Multan, Punjab (present-day Pakistan), Har Gobind Khorana was the youngest among his four siblings. His […]
Nobel Laureates with Indian Origins – Part 2
By Srinidhi Murthy Indian thinkers, artists and academics have been making the country proud on a global level throughout contemporary times. In the second part of our series on Nobel Laureates with Indian origins, read about some more famous figures whose origins, experience, and education in India contributed to their journey in achieving the Nobel […]
Indian Dancers of the 20th Century
Dance is an joyful and integral part of Indian culture. Read on to know about some legendary dancers who have received international recognition due to their talent, creativity and innovation.
Nobel Laureates with Indian Origins – Part I
By Srinidhi Murthy Alfred Bernhard Nobel, though renowned for his invention of dynamite, was a man of many hats. He was an inventor with a special inclination towards chemicals and machines. He was also an entrepreneur and philanthropist. With a desire to appreciate and acknowledge those who dedicate their lives to the greatest benefit of […]
Indian Musicians of the 20th Century
Indian musicians throughout history have reached great heights and gained global accolades with their talent and dedication. Here are the stories of some such musicians of the 20th century, who have made outstanding contributions to the field of music.
Indian Painters of the 20th Century
India has produced numerous artists and painters who have made their name on a global scale. Here are seven such famous Indian painters of the 20th century that you should know.
Dr V. Shanta (1927-2021)
Dr Shanta was a renowned oncologist who actively sought to make cancer treatment affordable to patients in India.
Who was Krantidoot Azimullah Khan?
Although Khan sowed the seeds of rebellion, he became a marginal figure due to a lack of personal wealth, title, supporters, or skill in combat. Hence why his story isn’t told often.
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Tales of Durga
Goddess Durga is as widely worshipped as Vishnu and Shiva. She is the fierce form of Devi who, as Shakti, is considered the personification of universal energy. According to the Devi Bhagavata the Universe is but Her manifestation - and even Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva worship Her. Durga is worshipped in sixty-four forms as Ambika, Kali, Chamundi, Devi, Uma, etc. The worship of Durga is supposed to be more than 4,000 years old in India. The names of Uma and Parvati occur in the Taittiriya Aranyaka and the Kena Upanishad. Some Indologists are of the opinion that the figure seated on a lion in the coins of Azes I, the Shaka ruler (c. 5 B.C. to A.D. 30), represents Ambika or Durga. Durga is worshipped in one form or another in almost every Indian village. This Amar Chitra Katha is based on the Durga-Saptashati of the Markandeya Purana.
