Founder of the Terapanth Sect of Jainism Acharya Bhikshu was a distinguished philosopher, reformer, poet, and spiritual leader who initiated a major reform movement within Jainism. He founded the Terapanth sect of the Svetambara tradition and worked tirelessly to purify religious practices and promote ethical living based on truth, non-violence, and social responsibility. Background of […]
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Early Life and Education Radhanath Sikdar was one of the most brilliant Indian mathematicians and surveyors associated with the Great Trigonometrical Survey conducted by the Survey of India. From a young age, he displayed remarkable mathematical ability and analytical skills, which later helped him make significant contributions to surveying and geodesy. Career with the Survey […]
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Introduction The Great Triangulation was one of the most remarkable scientific enterprises undertaken in the 19th century as part of the Great Trigonometrical Survey conducted by the Survey of India. Its main objective was to measure the Indian subcontinent with scientific precision and determine the exact size and shape of the Earth. Beginning of the […]
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Introduction Nain Singh Rawat was one of the most courageous and skilled explorers associated with the Great Trigonometrical Survey conducted by the Survey of India. His daring expeditions and accurate observations made a significant contribution to geographical knowledge and the mapping of regions that were then unknown to the outside world. Role in the Great […]
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Father of the Library Movement in Kerala P. N. Panicker is remembered as the visionary behind the library and literacy movement in Kerala. His life perfectly reflected the words of Ralph Waldo Emerson, who said that “an institution is the lengthened shadow of one man.” A frail man dressed in simple khadi, Panicker created a […]
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Cultural Icon and Pioneer of Assamese Cinema Jyotiprasad Agarwalla was a celebrated cultural icon of Assam and one of the most influential figures in modern Assamese culture. A poet, playwright, filmmaker, musician, and nationalist, he dedicated his life to the promotion of art, literature, and social unity. Fondly known as “Rupkonwar” (Prince of Beauty), Agarwalla […]
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One of India’s Oldest International Schools Woodstock School is one of the oldest and most respected international schools in India. Located in the scenic hills of Mussoorie, the institution has been providing a distinctive international education for nearly 150 years and has earned global recognition for its academic excellence and multicultural environment. History and Establishment […]
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Renowned Scholar of Philosophy, Linguistics and Jain Studies Indra Chandra Shastri was an eminent Indian philosopher, linguist, author and Indologist whose intellectual contributions enriched the fields of philosophy, religion, literature and cultural studies. A man of deep scholarship and rare imagination, he devoted his life to exploring ancient knowledge and interpreting it for the modern […]
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Spiritual Saint and Messenger of Universal Peace Sri Siddhar Swamigal was a revered spiritual leader and social reformer who carried forward India’s ancient tradition of spirituality and service to humanity. In a civilization where the pursuit of material progress has always been accompanied by spiritual wisdom, saints like Siddhar Swamigal helped guide society toward peace, […]
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This commemorative five rupee stamp released on April 28, 2004, honors Baji Rao I, the legendary military commander and statesman of the Maratha Empire. The artwork features an equestrian theme reflecting his prowess in warfare and his role in transforming the empire into a dominant political force during the early eighteenth century. Known for his tactical brilliance, Baji Rao significantly reshaped the Indian landscape through his leadership and vision.
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