Astronomy and Astrology While astronomy and astrology share historical origins in India, they have evolved differently. Astronomy is now a well-established scientific field, whereas astrology continues to be practiced as a belief system for predicting human affairs based on celestial observations. Both, however, continue to be culturally significant in India. Astronomy and astrology have deep …
The term “Bharat” is an ancient name for India, and its evolution spans thousands of years of history. While the word India originated during british colonial rule. History and cultural diversity of India are incredibly rich and complex, reflecting the contributions of numerous ancient dynasties, Sanatana cultures, and an advanced ancient civilization. Hindu part of …
History of Satyamev Puram. (Mewat) Mewat is a land of the descendants of Rama, Krishna and Arjuna. Once a brahmin named Kishandhaj had come from Indore and settled in this region, developed the city & named the city, as Satyamev Puram. Later, Alauddin Khilji snatched all the lands owned by him & other Brahmins, Jats, …
History of Vijaypur Sikri. As per the information available in our history books, We know that Fatehpur Sikri, was founded by Mughal emperor Akbar. Fatehpur Sikri was, in fact, Vijayapur Sikri, before Akbar had built a fort on the ruins, of Hindu temples. Fateh and Vijay means same (victory). This city was also, once capital …
Chima Jee Peshawa History of India, has done great injustice to the real sons of soil. Unfortunately our text books didn’t give any place in what the great patriots & brothers Bajirao Peshava and Chimaji Peshava, deserved. We can only imagine what would have been the future of our country, if God had granted extra …
History of An Ancient City. (Girzapur Now Mirzapur) According to recorded history of Mirzapur, the city was founded by the British East India Company in 1735, while the British had just renamed this ancient city, Girizapur. Mirzapur was initially known as Girijapur and was founded by Raja Nanner. There are others who believe that the …
History of Hiranyada (Ghaziabad) Ghaziabad is located at a distance close to 20 kms from Delhi and 46 km from Meerut. This City is spread and developed on both the sides of River Hindon, an important tributary of River Yamuna. It is located at Latitude 28° 40′ North and Longitude 77° 25′ East. As per …
Inscription number 134. Andhau Stone Inscriptions of the time of Chashtana and Rudradaman, Saka Year 52 ( 130 A D.) Provenance: Andhau, near Khavda (or Pachchham) Kutch district, Saurashtra 1. D.C. Sircar. Sel.Ins, p.173, n 5, opine. “The Saka era” Very Probably took its name from its constant use by this Saka family for a …
History of Muradabad. The Muradabad region was an important part of various dynasties, such as Panchala, Nanda, Gupta, Maurya, Mughal and Maukharis. Moradabad was originally called Chaupala. Chaupal means, a community centre/building place. This was a community centre of all adjoining villages, of this region. Subsequently a city got developed, and was named Chaupala. Chaupala, an ancient …
Inscription number 133. Junnar Cave Inscription of tne time of Nahapana (C119-24 A. D.)-Saka year 46 ( 124 A.D.) Provenance: Junnar (in the 4th excavation on the eastern side of Manmodi Hill) Pune district. Maharashtra. Script: Brahmi. Language: Prakrit. References J.B. Burgess and Pt. B. Indraji, Ins. from Cave Temples of western India.1976. pp.51 f. …