The Fascinating World of Beetles and the Charming Ladybird (Coccinellidae) Beetles, belonging to the order Coleoptera, are among the most diverse and fascinating creatures on Earth. The term Coleoptera is derived from Greek—koleos meaning “sheath” and pteron meaning “wing”—referring to their distinctive sheathed wings. These insects have two pairs of wings: the front pair, which is hardened into a protective shell called elytra, and […]
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Celebrating 75 Years of Excellence in Telecom Education A Legacy of Learning and Innovation The Bharat Ratna Bhimrao Ambedkar Institute of Telecom Training (BRBRAITT), Jabalpur, stands as one of Asia’s premier institutes for telecom education and training. Originally established in 1920 as the Telecom Training Centre at Calcutta, the institute was relocated to Jabalpur during […]
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The Arrival of Mahatma Gandhi in Champaran On the afternoon of April 15, 1917, thousands gathered at Motihari railway station in Bihar’s East Champaran to welcome Mahatma Gandhi, a man destined to transform their lives. Arriving from Muzaffarpur at 3 PM, Gandhiji proceeded to Bhithiharwa Ashram, where he came to conduct the famous “Indigo Labour […]
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The Arrival of Mahatma Gandhi in Champaran On the afternoon of April 15, 1917, thousands gathered at Motihari railway station in Bihar’s East Champaran to welcome Mahatma Gandhi, a man destined to transform their lives. Arriving from Muzaffarpur at 3 PM, Gandhiji proceeded to Bhithiharwa Ashram, where he came to conduct the famous “Indigo Labour Enquiry” and later launched his first Satyagraha against the […]
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The Arrival of Mahatma Gandhi in Champaran On the afternoon of April 15, 1917, thousands gathered at Motihari railway station in Bihar’s East Champaran to welcome Mahatma Gandhi, a man destined to transform their lives. Arriving from Muzaffarpur at 3 PM, Gandhiji proceeded to Bhithiharwa Ashram, where he came to conduct the famous “Indigo Labour Enquiry” and later launched his first Satyagraha against the […]
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A Luminary of Progressive Indian Literature Krishan Chander stands tall among the great literary figures of the Indian subcontinent and is widely regarded as one of the leading pillars of the Progressive Writers’ Association. A prolific author, short story writer, novelist, and essayist, Chander’s works vividly portrayed the lives of the poor and marginalized, giving […]
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Introduction Literature has always been a powerful force in shaping nations, reflecting social realities, and uniting cultures. Among the towering figures of modern Hindi literature stands Bhisham Sahni, a writer whose works mirror the struggles, emotions, and resilience of ordinary people. Renowned for his sharp wit, humane vision, and deep understanding of the human condition, […]
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A Master of Satire in Hindi Literature Early Life and Education Shrilal Shukla was born in 1925 in Atrauli village of Lucknow district, Uttar Pradesh. Growing up in a rural environment deeply shaped his future literary vision and provided him a firsthand understanding of village life in India. Career in Public Service Shukla joined the […]
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The Torchbearer of Modern Kannada Literature Kuppali Venkatappa Puttappa (29 December 1904 – 11 November 1994), lovingly known as Kuvempu, is celebrated as one of the greatest Kannada literary figures of the 20th century. Born in the Chikkamagaluru district of Karnataka, he emerged as a visionary poet, novelist, playwright, critic, and philosopher. Champion of Kannada […]
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A Pioneer of Modern Punjabi Theatre Balwant Gargi (4 December 1916 – 22 April 2003) was a renowned playwright, theatre director, novelist, teacher, and a leading voice in modern Indian drama. Born in Bathinda, Punjab, he became one of the most influential figures in Punjabi and Hindi playwriting. Early Life and Education Gargi pursued higher […]
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