The life of a disadvantaged girl child in India often reflects persistent discrimination from birth, beginning with a high incidence of foeticide. Those who survive face restricted access to education, nutrition, health care, and other essential services. They remain vulnerable to abuse, including sexual exploitation, domestic labor, trafficking, child marriage, early motherhood, and frequent pregnancies. […]
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India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, famously described Public Sector Undertakings as the “temples of modern India,” recognizing their vital role in driving industrial growth and building a self-reliant nation. Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) stands as one such temple—an enterprise whose commitment to nation-building has been steadfast and significant. Laying the Industrial Foundation […]
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‘Kalaguru’ of Assam Bishnu Prasad Rabha, the doyen of Assamese culture, is endearingly remembered as Kalaguru. Born on 31st January 1909 at Dhaka, where his father Gopal Rabha served as Subedar Major in the British Army, his ancestral home was in the South Kamrup district of Assam. From an early age, Rabha displayed extraordinary intellectual […]
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The Beypore Sultan of Malayalam Literature Vaikom Muhammad Basheer (21 January 1908 – 5 July 1994) was one of the most celebrated writers in Malayalam literature. Fondly known as the Beypore Sultan, Basheer’s life was as extraordinary as his writings. His works reflected deep human emotions, humor, suffering, and social realities—often written in the language […]
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Inventor of the Braille Script and Champion of the Visually Impaired There was a time when people believed that blind individuals could never learn to read or write. Reading was thought to be possible only through sight. This perception changed forever because of one remarkable individual — Louis Braille. Today, millions of visually impaired people […]
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Iconic Spices of India India, known as the Spice Bowl of the World, produces some of the finest and most diverse spices globally. Among them, turmeric, coriander, and chilly hold a special place in Indian agriculture, cuisine, traditional medicine, and international trade. These spices are not only culinary essentials but also valuable industrial and export […]
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The Aromatic Spice of Global Importance Clove is one of the most valuable and aromatic spices in the world. Known for its strong fragrance and warm flavor, clove plays a significant role in culinary traditions, medicine, and international trade. India, as part of the global spice network, cultivates high-quality cloves in its southern regions and […]
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The Queen of Spices Cardamom is one of the most prized and aromatic spices grown in India. Known for its sweet fragrance and distinctive flavor, cardamom holds a special place in Indian cuisine, global trade, and the fragrance industry. India is among the leading producers and exporters of cardamom, contributing significantly to the global spice […]
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The Fragrant Bark Spice of India Cinnamon is one of the world’s oldest and most treasured spices, valued for its warm aroma, sweet flavor, and medicinal properties. As part of India’s diverse spice heritage, cinnamon contributes to both domestic culinary traditions and international spice trade. India’s favorable tropical climate supports the cultivation of high-quality cinnamon, […]
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The King of Spices Black Pepper is one of the most important and historically significant spices of India. Known as the “King of Spices,” black pepper has shaped global trade, inspired sea voyages, and played a vital role in India’s dominance in the international spice market. Indigenous to India, black pepper remains one of the […]
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