India had many important inventions and advancements in ship building, metallurgy, and medical procedures. Ship building records from 1497 note an Indian-built ship that was three times larger than others. India was a leader in metallurgy, with steel and mines for diamonds and zinc. Ancient Indian doctors performed cataract surgery using curved needles as early as 2000 BC.
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The document discusses mining and metallurgy techniques from ancient India. It describes 18 states where mining took place and the main ores found in each state. Ten engineering sciences from ancient India are listed, including khani shastra (mining and metallurgy). Four techniques (vidyas) and 12 skills (kalas) related to khani shastra are defined. Techniques for gemology, calcination, alloy making, and metal separation are summarized. Skills for iron smithing, glass making, metal pot making, and gold testing are also outlined. Mining terminology from ancient Sanskrit texts is provided and techniques from texts like the Arthashastra are summarized.
India has greatly contributed to fields such as mathematics, astronomy, philosophy, medicine, and other areas of knowledge over thousands of years:
- India invented the number system including zero. Many advances in sciences like calculus and trigonometry originated in India.
- Major developments in fields like astronomy, physics, surgery, and medical science came from ancient Indian scholars. The value of pi was first calculated in India.
- In addition to science and medicine, India influenced other domains with inventions like chess and contributions to arts, language, and philosophy through concepts like ahimsa and religious tolerance.
- Even today, India remains a global leader in many areas and over 30% of scientists and technicians in the
The document summarizes the development of Vaishnavism in Bengal and surrounding regions between the 15th-16th centuries. It began with Chaitanya, who initiated Gaudiya Vaishnavism with a focus on devotion to Krishna. He rejected illusion and considered Krishna the supreme god. Later, sects like Sahajiya emerged which blended spiritual practices with mundane relationships. Vaishnavism also spread to Orissa, centered around Jagannatha worship. Shankaradeva similarly spread it in Assam, emphasizing devotion through chanting god's names as the supreme religion.
The document discusses religion in the Indus Valley Civilization based on archaeological remains. It summarizes that the civilization likely had nature, fertility, and fire-based rituals centered around a mother goddess and Pashupati figure. Ritual aspects included figurines, seals depicting sacrifice, and elaborate burial practices. However, the lack of written texts means the philosophical aspects of their religion cannot be fully understood and interpretations are based on assumptions from material artifacts that show some regional variations.
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The document discusses the four Buddhist councils:
1) The first council was held in Rajgir under Mahakashyapa around 483 BCE to preserve the Buddha's teachings. The Suttas and Vinaya were recited.
2) The second council was held in Vaishali around 383 BCE under Sarvakami. It resulted in a split between the Theravada and Mahasanghika sects due to disagreements over 10 points.
3) The third council was held in Pataliputra around 251 BCE under Moggaliputta Tissa to reconcile 18 Buddhist schools. It standardized the Tripitaka in Pali and Ashoka sent missionaries to various
Shocking scientific inventions by ancient saints!Dipali Sheth
This document discusses several ancient Indian sages and inventions that demonstrated advanced scientific knowledge centuries before their purported Western discoveries. It describes Acharya Kanad's formulation of the atomic theory over 2,500 years before Dalton; Bhaskaracharya describing gravity 1,200 years before Newton; and Sushruta conducting complex surgeries like cesareans and cataract removal 2,600 years ago. It also mentions texts like the Vedas, Charak Samhita, and works of Aryabhata, Varahamihira and others containing scientific concepts like atoms, the spherical earth, and the orbital nature of planets long before Western science. Overall, it suggests ancient Indian science had sophisticated understand
This document summarizes the key art and architectural features of the Mauryan Empire between 322-185 BCE. It discusses their five main types: palaces like those found at Pataliputra with remains of 80-pillared halls; rock-cut caves like the oldest surviving Barabar Caves near Gaya; stupas like the Great Stupa at Sanchi and Dhamekh Stupa at Sarnath built by Ashoka to honor the Buddha's relics; Ashoka's pillars engraved with edicts scattered across North India; and rock edicts such as the one by Ashoka at Dhauli in Odisha expressing his conversion to Buddhism after conquering the area.
Tamilnadu has many ancient and architecturally significant temples featuring tall gopurams. Some of the most notable temples are in Thanjavur, Kanchipuram, Kumbakonam, and Sri Rangam. The Rameshwaram temple has the longest temple corridor. Tamilnadu celebrates the harvest festival of Pongal over a week. The beautiful Marina Beach in Chennai is one of the world's longest natural beaches. Art lovers enjoy the music and dance performances during the Margazhi music festival in Chennai and the Tiruvaiyaru Thyagaraja Aradhana. Tamil cuisine includes popular dishes like idli, dosa, vada and pong
The document provides an overview of metallurgy in ancient India. It discusses the commonly used metals like gold, silver, copper, and iron. It highlights India's early achievements in metallurgy, including the Iron Pillar of Delhi which was constructed in the 5th century CE and has not rusted due to its unique composition. The pillar was originally located elsewhere and moved to its current location in front of a mosque in 1191 CE. India has a proud heritage in fields like metallurgy, mathematics, and astronomy.
This document summarizes several fields of science that were studied in ancient India, including medicine, mathematics, astronomy, atomic theory, and others. It notes that ancient Indian scientists and scholars made several important contributions, such as proposing the heliocentric model of the solar system, developing the decimal number system, and describing atomic and nuclear theories centuries before similar work in other parts of the world. Several notable ancient Indian scientists are mentioned, including Charaka, who authored an early foundational text on Ayurvedic medicine, and Aryabhatiya, who correctly proposed that the Earth rotates on its axis and revolves around the sun.
Vijayaditya III was a powerful king of the Eastern Chalukya dynasty of Vengi who reigned from 849-892 CE. He defeated several neighboring dynasties including the Rashtrakutas, Pallavas, Gangas, and Cholas, gaining control over a large portion of the Deccan. After the death of his Rashtrakuta ally Amoghavarsha I, Vijayaditya declared independence from the Rashtrakutas. His successors Bhima I and Vijayaditya IV continued expanding the kingdom, but it eventually declined with the rise of the Kakatiya dynasty.
Dwaraka is an ancient city in Gujarat, India that is historically and religiously significant as the kingdom of Lord Krishna. According to Hindu scriptures, Krishna founded Dwaraka on reclaimed land from the sea to protect residents of Mathura from the rulers Jarasandha and Kalayavana. Archaeological excavations have uncovered ruins dating back to the 15th-18th century BC, supporting Dwaraka's existence as described in ancient texts. Today, Dwaraka remains an important pilgrimage site for Hindus and is working to develop its civic infrastructure through an Indian government program.
This document provides an overview of the connections between Hinduism and science. It discusses how ancient Hindu sages made significant scientific discoveries in fields like astronomy, medicine, surgery, mathematics, and more. These contributions are documented in ancient Hindu texts but were later independently rediscovered in other parts of the world. The document also explores how modern scientific theories on topics like the unified field and quantum physics are aligning with concepts in Hindu texts like Brahman and the Akashic field. Overall, it argues that ancient Hinduism and modern science share the common goals of seeking truth and understanding reality.
Gandhara was an ancient kingdom located in what is now northern Pakistan and eastern Afghanistan. It contained important cities like Peshawar, Taxila, and Charsadda. Gandhara experienced rule under various empires and powers from the 1st century BC to the 11th century AD, including the Persian, Greek, Kushan, and Hindu Shahi empires. It was a center of Buddhism under the Kushans and produced the Greco-Buddhist art style, evident in the ruins of stupas, monasteries, and sculptures found at important archaeological sites in the region.
1. The Hathibada Ghosundi Inscriptions were discovered in three fragments found near Nagari Village in Rajasthan, dating to around 100 BCE.
2. Written in Sanskrit in the Brahmi script, the inscriptions describe the construction of an enclosing wall around a stone object of worship for the deities Samkarshana and Vasudeva by a king named Sarvatta, who performed the Vedic Ashvamedha sacrifice.
3. The inscriptions provide early evidence of Vaishnavism and the reverence of Krishna and Balarama in 1st century BCE India, as well as their association with Vishnu.
Scientific spirituality integrates science and spirituality to address global crises. It views the universe as composed of both material and conscious forces. Ancient Indian spiritual traditions explored consciousness through disciplines like yoga and meditation. Pioneers are now synthesizing the two, seeing consciousness as the next frontier for science. Gurudev Pandit Shriram Sharma founded the movement of scientific spirituality and established institutions like Brahmavarchas Research Institute to scientifically study effects of spiritual practices. A new age of synthesis is emerging where materialism and reductionism are replaced by spirituality and holism with physics leaping into the field of quantum consciousness.
The document discusses the concepts of varna and jati in ancient Indian social life and institutions. It notes that jati emerged from varna and were further divisions based on occupation, endogamy, and culture. There were both positive and negative aspects to the jati system. Positively, jatis developed specialized skills and contributed to economic and social development. However, the rigid social hierarchies and restrictions of the jati system also led to discrimination and inequality in ancient Indian society. The document aims to analyze features, reasons for development, and impacts of the jati system according to various ancient Indian texts and foreign observers.
The document provides an overview and analysis of key concepts and passages from the Vedas:
- There are four main Vedas - the Rg, Yajur, Sama, and Atharva Vedas. Each has four parts including hymns, rituals, forest teachings, and philosophical texts like the Upanishads.
- The Rg Veda's first hymn references Agni, the god of fire, as a sacrificial priest and bestower of delight. Analysis shows Agni represents the fire of enthusiasm that conquers lethargy.
- Other hymns reference concepts like Indra representing the power of the mind, Usha representing dawn as an intermediary
This document compares and contrasts the Mathura and Gandhara schools of art from the Kushan period in India. It outlines several key differences between the two schools, including their geographic areas, materials used, outside influences, religious influences depicted, later influences, architectural and sculptural features, depictions of Buddha's life, and Buddha iconography. Some of the main differences highlighted are that the Gandhara school was based in modern-day Pakistan and influenced by Greek, Roman and Persian styles, while the Mathura school had indigenous Indian influences. The Gandhara school depicted Buddha in realistic, yogic poses and emphasized spiritual themes and life depictions, while the Mathura school showed Buddha in graceful, seated poses and
This document provides information about a sculpture of the Preaching Buddha from Sarnath, India dated to around 500 CE. The sculpture was discovered in 1905 during excavations led by F.O. Oertel and is now displayed in the Sarnath Site Museum. It depicts the Buddha surrounded by his five first disciples as well as a female figure and child. At the center is a depiction of the Dharma wheel. Details such as the short hair, urna, and elongated earlobes identify the figure as the Buddha. The sculpture shows him in the Dharma-chakra-pravartana mudra and provides an example of the artistic style of the Great Sarnath School.
The document provides information on several important rock cut cave sites in India from different historical periods. It discusses the Kanheri, Ellora, and Ajanta caves, describing their architectural features, sculptures, and the different periods they were excavated. It also briefly outlines the Udayagiri and Bhimbetka caves, noting their archaeological and religious significance. The caves were excavated from the 1st century BC to the 6th century AD, serving religious purposes, and showcasing Indian architectural styles of the given periods.
Ushavadata was the son-in-law of Western Kshatrapa ruler Nahapāna. According to an inscription found in Nasik cave no. 10, Ushavadata constructed rest houses, gardens, tanks, and excavated a cave for Buddhist monks. The inscription discusses Ushavadata's philanthropic and religious activities, including his campaign in the north on behalf of Nahapāna and a journey to the Pushkara Tirth in Rajasthan. Nahapāna was an important ruler of the western kshatrapas in the 1st century CE who was defeated by the Satavahana ruler Gautamiputra Satakarni
The document summarizes information about the Mahesh-murti, or Trimurti sculpture, located on Elephanta Island in Mumbai, India. It is a large 20-foot basalt sculpture depicting the three-headed Hindu god Shiva, representing the triple aspects of creation, protection, and destruction. The sculpture is dated to between 500-900 CE and was created by various dynasties, with evidence pointing most strongly to the Chalukya dynasty. It is located in Cave 1 and faces north. The sculpture was damaged during Portuguese rule when it was targeted for vandalism, but it remains one of the most impressive examples of Hindu religious art from that period.
The document discusses various topics related to science and technology in ancient India, including mechanical engineering, electricity, metallurgy, aeronautics, civil engineering, astronomy, mathematics, and Ayurveda. It provides examples of ancient Indian contributions such as text discussing machines, batteries, alloys, surgical techniques, astronomical calculations, and the concept of vaccination. The document suggests that ancient Indian scientists had a systematic, evidence-based scientific approach rather than just accidental discoveries.
This document discusses the scientific reasons behind many common Indian customs and traditions. It explains that most Hindu customs were derived from ancestors and had scientific bases related to health, hygiene or other practical purposes. Some key customs and their scientific explanations covered include meditating under trees for their medicinal properties; using silver tumblers to prevent infection; eating spicy food first and sweets last for better digestion; not bathing immediately after eating to aid digestion; bathing and not cooking after funerals to prevent infection; waking early for health benefits; using salt and lemon around sick people for their antibiotic properties; fasting to give the mind rest; and applying henna for its antifungal properties especially in rainy seasons. The document
Shocking scientific inventions by ancient saints!Dipali Sheth
This document discusses several ancient Indian sages and inventions that demonstrated advanced scientific knowledge centuries before their purported Western discoveries. It describes Acharya Kanad's formulation of the atomic theory over 2,500 years before Dalton; Bhaskaracharya describing gravity 1,200 years before Newton; and Sushruta conducting complex surgeries like cesareans and cataract removal 2,600 years ago. It also mentions texts like the Vedas, Charak Samhita, and works of Aryabhata, Varahamihira and others containing scientific concepts like atoms, the spherical earth, and the orbital nature of planets long before Western science. Overall, it suggests ancient Indian science had sophisticated understand
This document summarizes the key art and architectural features of the Mauryan Empire between 322-185 BCE. It discusses their five main types: palaces like those found at Pataliputra with remains of 80-pillared halls; rock-cut caves like the oldest surviving Barabar Caves near Gaya; stupas like the Great Stupa at Sanchi and Dhamekh Stupa at Sarnath built by Ashoka to honor the Buddha's relics; Ashoka's pillars engraved with edicts scattered across North India; and rock edicts such as the one by Ashoka at Dhauli in Odisha expressing his conversion to Buddhism after conquering the area.
Tamilnadu has many ancient and architecturally significant temples featuring tall gopurams. Some of the most notable temples are in Thanjavur, Kanchipuram, Kumbakonam, and Sri Rangam. The Rameshwaram temple has the longest temple corridor. Tamilnadu celebrates the harvest festival of Pongal over a week. The beautiful Marina Beach in Chennai is one of the world's longest natural beaches. Art lovers enjoy the music and dance performances during the Margazhi music festival in Chennai and the Tiruvaiyaru Thyagaraja Aradhana. Tamil cuisine includes popular dishes like idli, dosa, vada and pong
The document provides an overview of metallurgy in ancient India. It discusses the commonly used metals like gold, silver, copper, and iron. It highlights India's early achievements in metallurgy, including the Iron Pillar of Delhi which was constructed in the 5th century CE and has not rusted due to its unique composition. The pillar was originally located elsewhere and moved to its current location in front of a mosque in 1191 CE. India has a proud heritage in fields like metallurgy, mathematics, and astronomy.
This document summarizes several fields of science that were studied in ancient India, including medicine, mathematics, astronomy, atomic theory, and others. It notes that ancient Indian scientists and scholars made several important contributions, such as proposing the heliocentric model of the solar system, developing the decimal number system, and describing atomic and nuclear theories centuries before similar work in other parts of the world. Several notable ancient Indian scientists are mentioned, including Charaka, who authored an early foundational text on Ayurvedic medicine, and Aryabhatiya, who correctly proposed that the Earth rotates on its axis and revolves around the sun.
Vijayaditya III was a powerful king of the Eastern Chalukya dynasty of Vengi who reigned from 849-892 CE. He defeated several neighboring dynasties including the Rashtrakutas, Pallavas, Gangas, and Cholas, gaining control over a large portion of the Deccan. After the death of his Rashtrakuta ally Amoghavarsha I, Vijayaditya declared independence from the Rashtrakutas. His successors Bhima I and Vijayaditya IV continued expanding the kingdom, but it eventually declined with the rise of the Kakatiya dynasty.
Dwaraka is an ancient city in Gujarat, India that is historically and religiously significant as the kingdom of Lord Krishna. According to Hindu scriptures, Krishna founded Dwaraka on reclaimed land from the sea to protect residents of Mathura from the rulers Jarasandha and Kalayavana. Archaeological excavations have uncovered ruins dating back to the 15th-18th century BC, supporting Dwaraka's existence as described in ancient texts. Today, Dwaraka remains an important pilgrimage site for Hindus and is working to develop its civic infrastructure through an Indian government program.
This document provides an overview of the connections between Hinduism and science. It discusses how ancient Hindu sages made significant scientific discoveries in fields like astronomy, medicine, surgery, mathematics, and more. These contributions are documented in ancient Hindu texts but were later independently rediscovered in other parts of the world. The document also explores how modern scientific theories on topics like the unified field and quantum physics are aligning with concepts in Hindu texts like Brahman and the Akashic field. Overall, it argues that ancient Hinduism and modern science share the common goals of seeking truth and understanding reality.
Gandhara was an ancient kingdom located in what is now northern Pakistan and eastern Afghanistan. It contained important cities like Peshawar, Taxila, and Charsadda. Gandhara experienced rule under various empires and powers from the 1st century BC to the 11th century AD, including the Persian, Greek, Kushan, and Hindu Shahi empires. It was a center of Buddhism under the Kushans and produced the Greco-Buddhist art style, evident in the ruins of stupas, monasteries, and sculptures found at important archaeological sites in the region.
1. The Hathibada Ghosundi Inscriptions were discovered in three fragments found near Nagari Village in Rajasthan, dating to around 100 BCE.
2. Written in Sanskrit in the Brahmi script, the inscriptions describe the construction of an enclosing wall around a stone object of worship for the deities Samkarshana and Vasudeva by a king named Sarvatta, who performed the Vedic Ashvamedha sacrifice.
3. The inscriptions provide early evidence of Vaishnavism and the reverence of Krishna and Balarama in 1st century BCE India, as well as their association with Vishnu.
Scientific spirituality integrates science and spirituality to address global crises. It views the universe as composed of both material and conscious forces. Ancient Indian spiritual traditions explored consciousness through disciplines like yoga and meditation. Pioneers are now synthesizing the two, seeing consciousness as the next frontier for science. Gurudev Pandit Shriram Sharma founded the movement of scientific spirituality and established institutions like Brahmavarchas Research Institute to scientifically study effects of spiritual practices. A new age of synthesis is emerging where materialism and reductionism are replaced by spirituality and holism with physics leaping into the field of quantum consciousness.
The document discusses the concepts of varna and jati in ancient Indian social life and institutions. It notes that jati emerged from varna and were further divisions based on occupation, endogamy, and culture. There were both positive and negative aspects to the jati system. Positively, jatis developed specialized skills and contributed to economic and social development. However, the rigid social hierarchies and restrictions of the jati system also led to discrimination and inequality in ancient Indian society. The document aims to analyze features, reasons for development, and impacts of the jati system according to various ancient Indian texts and foreign observers.
The document provides an overview and analysis of key concepts and passages from the Vedas:
- There are four main Vedas - the Rg, Yajur, Sama, and Atharva Vedas. Each has four parts including hymns, rituals, forest teachings, and philosophical texts like the Upanishads.
- The Rg Veda's first hymn references Agni, the god of fire, as a sacrificial priest and bestower of delight. Analysis shows Agni represents the fire of enthusiasm that conquers lethargy.
- Other hymns reference concepts like Indra representing the power of the mind, Usha representing dawn as an intermediary
This document compares and contrasts the Mathura and Gandhara schools of art from the Kushan period in India. It outlines several key differences between the two schools, including their geographic areas, materials used, outside influences, religious influences depicted, later influences, architectural and sculptural features, depictions of Buddha's life, and Buddha iconography. Some of the main differences highlighted are that the Gandhara school was based in modern-day Pakistan and influenced by Greek, Roman and Persian styles, while the Mathura school had indigenous Indian influences. The Gandhara school depicted Buddha in realistic, yogic poses and emphasized spiritual themes and life depictions, while the Mathura school showed Buddha in graceful, seated poses and
This document provides information about a sculpture of the Preaching Buddha from Sarnath, India dated to around 500 CE. The sculpture was discovered in 1905 during excavations led by F.O. Oertel and is now displayed in the Sarnath Site Museum. It depicts the Buddha surrounded by his five first disciples as well as a female figure and child. At the center is a depiction of the Dharma wheel. Details such as the short hair, urna, and elongated earlobes identify the figure as the Buddha. The sculpture shows him in the Dharma-chakra-pravartana mudra and provides an example of the artistic style of the Great Sarnath School.
The document provides information on several important rock cut cave sites in India from different historical periods. It discusses the Kanheri, Ellora, and Ajanta caves, describing their architectural features, sculptures, and the different periods they were excavated. It also briefly outlines the Udayagiri and Bhimbetka caves, noting their archaeological and religious significance. The caves were excavated from the 1st century BC to the 6th century AD, serving religious purposes, and showcasing Indian architectural styles of the given periods.
Ushavadata was the son-in-law of Western Kshatrapa ruler Nahapāna. According to an inscription found in Nasik cave no. 10, Ushavadata constructed rest houses, gardens, tanks, and excavated a cave for Buddhist monks. The inscription discusses Ushavadata's philanthropic and religious activities, including his campaign in the north on behalf of Nahapāna and a journey to the Pushkara Tirth in Rajasthan. Nahapāna was an important ruler of the western kshatrapas in the 1st century CE who was defeated by the Satavahana ruler Gautamiputra Satakarni
The document summarizes information about the Mahesh-murti, or Trimurti sculpture, located on Elephanta Island in Mumbai, India. It is a large 20-foot basalt sculpture depicting the three-headed Hindu god Shiva, representing the triple aspects of creation, protection, and destruction. The sculpture is dated to between 500-900 CE and was created by various dynasties, with evidence pointing most strongly to the Chalukya dynasty. It is located in Cave 1 and faces north. The sculpture was damaged during Portuguese rule when it was targeted for vandalism, but it remains one of the most impressive examples of Hindu religious art from that period.
The document discusses various topics related to science and technology in ancient India, including mechanical engineering, electricity, metallurgy, aeronautics, civil engineering, astronomy, mathematics, and Ayurveda. It provides examples of ancient Indian contributions such as text discussing machines, batteries, alloys, surgical techniques, astronomical calculations, and the concept of vaccination. The document suggests that ancient Indian scientists had a systematic, evidence-based scientific approach rather than just accidental discoveries.
This document discusses the scientific reasons behind many common Indian customs and traditions. It explains that most Hindu customs were derived from ancestors and had scientific bases related to health, hygiene or other practical purposes. Some key customs and their scientific explanations covered include meditating under trees for their medicinal properties; using silver tumblers to prevent infection; eating spicy food first and sweets last for better digestion; not bathing immediately after eating to aid digestion; bathing and not cooking after funerals to prevent infection; waking early for health benefits; using salt and lemon around sick people for their antibiotic properties; fasting to give the mind rest; and applying henna for its antifungal properties especially in rainy seasons. The document
Hindu traditions like greeting with joined hands, wearing toe rings, and throwing coins in rivers have scientific reasons behind them. Joining hands presses pressure points to help remember people, toe rings connect to nerves that support uterus health, and coins in ancient times ensured sufficient copper intake through water. Other traditions like applying tilak or kumkum, temple bells, sitting on the floor to eat, and piercing ears also have scientific benefits like retaining energy, activating brain hemispheres, aiding digestion, and reducing impertinent behavior respectively. Many Hindu customs were thus based on principles of Ayurveda and yoga for physical, mental and spiritual wellness.
The document summarizes the origins of various inventions and discoveries. It notes that Indians were the first to use the symbol zero in mathematics in 500 AD. Diamonds were first mined in central India along several rivers. Iron working began in India during the early Vedic period between 1800-1200 BCE. India also originated the production of ink from carbon black, the game of ludo, and the use of buttons on clothing as early as 2000 BCE. Other Indian innovations discussed include sugar refinement, zinc smelting, indigo dye, muslin fabric, the word "shampoo", and cashmere wool shawls from Kashmir.
The beginnings of astronomy are related to the requirements of the ritual in early cultures. Ritual was a means of securing divine approval and support for terrestrial actions. To be effective, it had to be elaborate and well-timed, so that a careful distinction could be made between auspicious and inauspicious times.
(Note that mathematical problems such as obtaining the square root of two and approximate value of pi ( circumference of a circle divided by its diameter) were taken up in the context of preparation of fire altars and are discussed in the Shrautasutras.)
Since planetary motions provided a natural means of time keeping and were seen as couriers of divine signals. Skies were therefore regularly monitored. This was the beginning of astronomy as an intellectual discipline.
The document discusses the Indian technology market and compares it to the US market. It finds that while India's economy and technology sector are growing rapidly, Indian technology companies often trade at a discount to their US counterparts when acquired or going public. This is partly because a higher percentage of Indian companies focus on services rather than products. However, the recent successes of companies like RedBus and Just Dial show potential for improved exits. Large US technology firms also provide opportunities for Indian firms as the top companies drive the majority of M&A deals.
India was home to many important scientific and mathematical firsts according to the document. Baudhayana first calculated pi and discovered the Pythagorean theorem centuries before Pythagoras. Aryabhatta introduced the concept of zero, calculated the distance to the moon, and proposed that the earth rotates daily and is round. Bhaskara introduced algebraic equations and stated the law of gravity. Kanad developed an atomic theory comparable to modern theories. Varahmihira theorized about earthquakes and Pingala described binary numbers and the Fibonacci sequence. Susruta and Charak laid the foundations of surgery and Ayurvedic medicine respectively in ancient texts still used today.
First newspaper published in India - The Bengal Gazette, The Bengal Gazette was published on January 29,1780.
Raja Harishchandra (1913) is the first silent feature film made in India directed by Dadasaheb Phalke
Alam Ara is the the first Indian sound film which is directed by Ardeshir Irani.
First colour film in Hindi - Kisan Kanya (1937) directed by Ardeshir Irani.
The first Indian to win Nobel Prize – Rabindra Nath Tagore
The first woman to receive Nobel Prize – Mother Teresa
The first person to receive Nobel Prize in Economics -Amartya Sen
The first person to receive Nobel Prize in Physics –C.V. Raman
The first Indian to receive Bharat Ratna award – Dr. Radhakrishnan
India’s first person in space – Rakesh Sharma
The first woman Olympic medal Winner – Karnam Malleswari (2000)
The first woman Asian Games Gold medal Winner – Kamalijit Sandhu
The first woman Chief Minister of an Indian State – Sucheta Kriplani
The first woman to climb Mount Everest – Bachendri Pal
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Ancient India had advanced technology in various fields like mathematics, astronomy, physics, chemistry, and medical science and surgery. They invented the concept of zero in mathematics. In physics, they proposed the theory of atom and relativity. They also had advanced practices in chemistry like distillation and extraction. Surgery was also performed in ancient India as early as 800 BC. The Indus Valley civilization in Mohenjo-Daro had sophisticated water and drainage systems. Government and society were based on castes, with priests (Brahmins) holding the most power and authority.
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India welcomes you to beaches of Goa, islands of Andaman and Nicobar, forts and palaces of Rajasthan, backwaters of Kerala, temples of South India, monasteries of Ladakh, wildlife of Madhya Pradesh and villages of Haryana"
Indian Science was much much advanced than any other science at that time. Even major discoveries like Gravity, atom, pythagoras theorem, axis of earth, shifting of equinox and process of calcination, sublimation, extraction of ores, alloying etc were designed in India much before complete world.
Ancient indian mythology & scientific relevancekunalkevin yadav
This document provides an overview of ancient Greek mythology and its importance. It discusses how mythology was used to explain natural phenomena and aspects of life. It also describes some of the major gods and goddesses of Greek mythology like Zeus, king of the gods; Athena, goddess of wisdom; Poseidon, god of the sea; and Hades, god of the underworld. The document emphasizes that Greek myths formed the basis of culture and education for ancient Greeks.
Scriptures, science and mythology: An ancient Indian astronomical interplayRajesh Kochhar
We discuss how the development of mathematical astronomy has been influenced by thethe cultural baggage of sacred knowledge it carried. also, how in turn mythology modified itself to take note of scientific developments
Ancient India: Discovery, invention and usesRajesh Kochhar
Physical conquest of India by the British was relatively a simple affair even though it took 60 long years, 1757-1818.
But the colonial empire needed legitimacy and support from among the natives.
This was accomplished by developing ancient India as a colonial tool.
The same tool was utilized by the Hindus to blunt the missionary attacks on their religion and develop mild courage to look the empire in the eye.
Indian Mythology and Modern Technology Kuna Yellamma
The document discusses Indian mythology from ancient texts like the Vedas and Puranas to the major epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata. It provides an overview of the different sources of mythology in India's cultural tradition, highlighting stories and characters from texts like the Vedas, Puranas, and two major epics which are considered a rich source of philosophy and morality in Hinduism. The document frames Indian mythology as an integral part of the country's cultural heritage spanning over 3000 years.
The document provides information about India's ancient civilization and its contributions to various fields like science, mathematics, medicine, and philosophy. It highlights important figures from India's history like Aryabhatta, Brahmagupta, Sushruta, and others who made significant discoveries centuries before their Western counterparts in fields such as astronomy, calculus, surgery, and more. It also briefly outlines India's diverse languages, religions, and cultural heritage.
Este documento menciona varios lugares notables de la India como fuertes históricos, lagos, ríos, playas, islas, santuarios, valles y cataratas; incluyendo el Fuerte Jaipur, Lago Pichola, Cataratas Athirappalli, Gulmarg, Río Silabati, Fuerte Aguada, Isla Santa María, Kovalam, Lago Chillika, Isla Balgaram, Periyar, Cataratas Kutraalam, Catarata Ellora, Taj Mahal, Valle de las Flores, Orch
The document provides an overview of the geography, civilizations, religions, and empires of ancient India. It describes the Himalayan mountain range and major river valleys that shaped settlement and trade. Notable civilizations included the Indus Valley civilization with major cities like Mohenjo Daro, the Vedic civilization of the Indo-Aryan settlers, and the Mauryan and Gupta empires that unified parts of India. Hinduism and Buddhism developed as major religions during this period, with Buddhism spreading across Asia. Society was highly stratified under the caste system.
This document lists the names of several prominent Indian scientists from the 19th and 20th centuries, including C.V. Raman, Jagadish Chandra Bose, Srinivasa Ramanujan, Hargobind Khorana, and others who made important contributions to fields like physics, chemistry, and space science. It recognizes these scientists' achievements in advancing scientific knowledge and establishing India as a leader in global research.
This paper supports the importance of teaching logic (and logic programming) in computer science degrees and discusses several proposals that can be included in current curricula without the need to adapt the academic guides. In addition, some practical examples are described and the tools used for their subsequent application are related.
Manufacturing organizations are under constant pressure to streamline operations, improve agility, and make better use of the data they already have. Yet, many teams still struggle with disconnected systems and fragmented information that slow decision-making and reduce productivity. This webinar explores how AI-powered search and structured metadata can address these challenges by making enterprise data more accessible, actionable, and aligned with business needs.
Participants will gain practical insights into how modern search technologies are being applied to unify data across platforms, improve findability, and surface hidden insights—all without replacing core systems. Whether you're responsible for IT infrastructure, operations, or digital transformation, this session offers strategies to reduce friction and get more value from your existing information ecosystem.
Key Topics Covered:
The realities of managing disparate data in manufacturing and business operations
Leveraging AI to improve data discoverability and support better decision-making
Using structured metadata to unlock insights from existing platforms
Strategies for deploying intelligent search solutions across enterprise systems
"It's not magic, folks. It really does need that data. Now, what we can do is we can accelerate this. We can accelerate the derivation of an information architecture product, data architecture, content architecture, knowledge architecture, and apply it to the content, to the product data, to whatever it is."- Seth Earley
"You can have the best systems in the world, but if your teams are still spending hours finding specs and product data, that investment all just sits there idle." - Crys Black
Navigating common mistakes and critical success factors
Is your team considering or starting a database migration? Learn from the frontline experience gained guiding hundreds of high-stakes migration projects – from startups to Google and Twitter. Join us as Miles Ward and Tim Koopmans have a candid chat about what tends to go wrong and how to steer things right.
We will explore:
- What really pushes teams to the database migration tipping point
- How to scope and manage the complexity of a migration
- Proven migration strategies and antipatterns
- Where complications commonly arise and ways to prevent them
Expect plenty of war stories, along with pragmatic ways to make your own migration as “blissfully boring” as possible.
"Collab Space is an innovative collaboration platform designed to streamline teamwork, foster creativity, and enhance productivity. Whether you're working with colleagues, clients, or partners, Collab Space provides the tools you need to communicate effectively, manage projects effortlessly, and collaborate in real time—from anywhere in the world."
Presentation covering artificial intelligence (AI) security, attack vectors, defense techniques, ethical and legal landscape, and future of AI security.
With the onset of digital transformation journeys for enterprises across the world, APIs have become a
natural strategy for enterprises to provide access to their products and services. APIs enable easy
communication and integration of various systems that help accomplish enterprise business goals. What was
once a sizeable undertaking of building custom code that involved understanding the internals of other
systems, building, and configuring the adapters, has now become an API-based integration that is both easy
and familiar for the developer community to integrate with. It is safe to say that if API is not part of the
strategy for the product or a service, the real business value of the product may never be realized.
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🚀 10 Real-World AI Agent Examples That Are Changing How We Work in 2025
Discover how AI agents are simplifying workflows, boosting productivity, and transforming industries — from customer support to HR, IT, finance, and more!
This presentation breaks down real-world use cases of AI agents and shows how your business can benefit from custom-built AI solutions.
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"Smarter, Faster, Autonomous: A Deep Dive into Agentic AI & Digital Agents"panktiskywinds12
Discover how Agentic AI and AI Agents are revolutionizing business automation. This presentation introduces the core concepts behind machines that can plan, learn, and act autonomously—without constant human input.
Learn what makes an AI Agent more than just a bot, and explore their real-world applications in customer support, supply chains, finance, and marketing. We’ll also cover the challenges businesses must navigate and how to get started with frameworks.
You know you need to invest in a CRM platform, you just need to invest in the right one for your business.
It sounds easy enough but, with the onslaught of information out there, the decision-making process can be quite convoluted.
In a recent webinar we compared two options – HubSpot’s Sales Hub and Salesforce’s Sales Cloud – and explored ways to help you determine which CRM is better for your business.
The real estate industry is evolving, and the metaverse is leading the charge into a new digital era. With Abhiwan Technology, businesses can create, showcase, and sell virtual properties in immersive 3D environments. Imagine giving clients virtual walkthroughs from anywhere in the world or holding virtual open houses in a fully interactive metaverse. This isn’t just the future it’s happening now. As a top metaverse real estate development company, Abhiwan is shaping how the world experiences property buying, selling, and investing.
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How to Add Kaspersky to Another Computer?Kevin Pierce
Users may need to add Kaspersky to another computer for several reasons. They might need to protect their device from online threats like ransomware, malware, and phishing. Adding Kaspersky to another computer can help enhance security features, ensuring your device is protected from various cyber threats.
Bay Area Apache Spark ™ Meetup: Upcoming Apache Spark 4.0.0 Releasecarlyakerly1
Covering new features and enhancements in the upcoming Apache Spark™ 4.0 release. This deck has an overview of the following features:
✅ Spark Connect: The future of Spark extensibility
✅ ANSI Mode: For better ANSI SQL compatibility
✅ Variant data types for semi-structured data
✅ String collation support
✅ Python UDTF functions
✅ SQL and UDTF functions
✅ PySpark UDF Unified Profiler
Are you spending too much time pulling data, fixing AP delays, and manually processing reports in QuickBooks?
You’re not alone. Many finance teams hit a point where QuickBooks holds them back more than it helps.
The good news – there’s a better way.
Those who moved off QuickBooks instantly noticed how fast they can close the books, automate their cumbersome practices, and be able to create custom reports.
Join us for a 30-minute virtual Lunch & Learn where we’ll break down what it really means to outgrow QuickBooks, and how to take the next step with confidence.
During this session, you’ll learn:
The top signs it’s time to graduate from QuickBooks
Common challenges finance teams face and how modern ERPs solve them
Tips to evaluate and select a more comprehensive ERP system
QuickBooks vs. Cloud ERPs: A side-by-side look
Live Q&A to get all your questions answered
Ready to take the first step toward more automation, faster close, and better reporting?
Building Next-Gen AI Chatbots for Healthcare Key Considerations.pdfAivada
AI is transforming almost every industry – and healthcare is no exception. The rise of healthcare AI solutions support patients, doctors, and care providers in ways that would’ve been unimaginable just a few years ago.
Beginners: Radio Frequency, Band and Spectrum (V3)3G4G
Welcome to this tutorial where we break down the complex topic of radio spectrum in a clear and accessible way.
In this video, we explore:
✅ What is spectrum, frequency, and bandwidth?
✅ How does wavelength affect antenna design?
✅ The difference between FDD and TDD
✅ 5G spectrum ranges – FR1 and FR2
✅ The role of mmWave, and why it's misunderstood
✅ What makes 5G Non-Standalone (NSA) different from 5G Standalone (SA)
✅ Concepts like Carrier Aggregation, Dual Connectivity, and Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS)
✅ Why spectrum refarming is critical for modern mobile networks
✅ Evolution of antennas from legacy networks to Massive MIMO
Whether you're just getting started with wireless technology or brushing up on the latest in 5G and beyond, this video is designed to help you learn and stay up to date.
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