Founder of ICSSR and Champion of Social Science Research Prof. J.P. Naik was the Founder Member-Secretary of the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi. Under his stewardship, the Council evolved into a premier institution, nurturing generations of Indian social scientists and earning international recognition for Indian social science research. A grassroots thinker […]
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Visionary Tamil Scholar and Champion of Classical Tamil V.G. Suryanarayana Sastriar, later known as Parithimar Kalaignar, was a great visionary, eminent Tamil scholar, and prolific writer who made remarkable contributions to Tamil language and literature. He was born on 6 July 1870 in Vilacheri, Madurai, to Govinda Sastrikal and Lakshmi Ammal. He completed his schooling […]
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Champion of Pure Tamil and Social Reform Maraimalai Adigal (15 July 1876 – 15 September 1950) was a distinguished Tamil scholar, reformer, writer, and orator who played a vital role in the growth of Tamil literature and the Pure Tamil Movement. Born in Kadambadi village near Nagapattinam to Chokkanatha Pillai and Chinnammaiyar, he rose from […]
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Life, Teachings and Legacy Arutperunjothi Ramalinga Adigalar, popularly known as Vallalar, is revered as one of the foremost saints of nineteenth-century India. Born in 1823 at Marudur near Chidambaram to Thiru Ramaiah Pillai and Tmt. Chinnammal, he was the fifth child in the family. Vallalar spent the early years of his life in Madras before […]
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Celebrating India’s Rich Biodiversity India’s rich biodiversity has fascinated generations. The country is home to over 500 species of mammals, 2,000 species of birds, 500 species of reptiles, and nearly 30,000 species of insects. Alongside this natural wealth, India also has a long-standing tradition of wildlife conservation rooted in its cultural and historical heritage. However, […]
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A Treasure of India’s Biodiversity Periyar National Park, located in the lush landscapes of Kerala, is one of the most celebrated wildlife reserves in India. Established in 1895 and declared a Tiger Reserve in 1978, the park stands as a shining example of India’s strong commitment to wildlife conservation and environmental protection. Scenic Landscape and […]
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A Biodiversity Hotspot of South India Mudumalai National Park, located in the state of Tamil Nadu, is one of the most significant wildlife reserves in South India. Nestled at the foothills of the Nilgiri Hills and situated on a plateau about 1,000 meters above sea level, the park forms an important part of India’s protected […]
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The Pride of India’s Wildlife Conservation Kaziranga National Park, located in Assam on the southern bank of the Brahmaputra River, is one of India’s most celebrated wildlife reserves. Known globally as the last great stronghold of the endangered one-horned Indian Rhinoceros, Kaziranga represents a remarkable success story in wildlife conservation. Initially declared a Reserve Forest […]
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A Wildlife Haven in the Western Ghats Bandipur National Park, located in Karnataka at the foothills of the Western Ghats, is one of India’s most prominent and picturesque wildlife reserves. Spread across approximately 875 square kilometers at elevations ranging from 780 to 1455 meters above sea level, Bandipur is renowned for its rich biodiversity and […]
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The Land of the Tiger Bandhavgarh National Park, located in the state of Madhya Pradesh, is one of India’s most famous wildlife destinations, particularly renowned for its thriving tiger population. Once the hunting reserve of the royal family of Rewa, Bandhavgarh was declared a National Park in 1968 and has since become a symbol of […]
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