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Chola dynasty ruled central and south india from 3rd Century BC till 13th Century (1279) . One of the Longest ruling Dynasty in the world. They were one of the biggest naval power in Asia and spread throughout southeast Asia. The Chola dynasty, one of the most illustrious and enduring dynasties in Indian history, ruled over large parts of central and southern India from as early as the 3rd century BCE until the 13th century CE, with their reign culminating in 1279 CE. This dynasty holds the distinction of being one of the longest-ruling dynasties in the world, with a legacy that spans more than a millennium. The early Cholas were contemporaries of the Mauryas and the Satavahanas, and references to them appear in ancient Tamil literature and inscriptions such as those found in Ashokan edicts. However, it was during the medieval period, particularly from the 9th to the 13th centuries CE, that the Cholas rose to the height of their power and left a lasting imprint on the history, cult...

Nuakhai is a vibrant and culturally rich harvest festival celebrated predominantly in the western regions of Odisha, particularly in areas like Sambalpur, Bargarh, Bolangir, Kalahandi, and Sundargarh. The word "Nua" means new, and "Khai" means food, symbolizing the first consumption of the season’s newly harvested rice. Celebrated with joy and reverence, Nuakhai is a time for expressing gratitude to nature, the deities, and ancestors for a good harvest, and also a festival that strengthens family and social ties.   The origins of Nuakhai can be traced back to ancient agrarian traditions. It is believed that the festival began during the Vedic period, where sages prescribed a method called “Panchayajna”—a set of five essential rituals including one related to agriculture. Nuakhai evolved from this tradition as a ritual to offer the first produce of the field to the presiding deity before it was consumed by the community. Historically, the festival gained prominen...

TO REMOVE THE STIGMA ASSOCIATED WITH MENTAL HEALTH   Focus Areas To Educate Students in Various Schools about Various types of Mental Illness and Mental Health Information. To Educate the People in the Society About Mental Health. To Become Pioneers, So that People are able to Discuss this Topics Easily and Freely and Remove the Stigma Associated with Mental Health. To Become A Guiding Light for Mental Health Information. And Thus Familiarizing People with the Concept of Good Mental Health for Good Life. Promoting mental health awareness has become a crucial need in today’s fast-paced and often stressful world. One of the key focus areas is to educate students in various schools about the different types of mental illnesses and to provide them with accurate, age-appropriate information regarding mental health. By integrating mental health education into the school curriculum, young minds can be empowered to understand, identify, and manage mental health challenges e...

The man behind that brush was Chinese-American artist Tyrus Wong, who died last year at the age of 106. For years, his key role in the look of this enduring film was underplayed, even forgotten, by those outside the Disney animation studios. Tyrus Wong, Bambi (visual development), 1942. Courtesy of Tyrus Wong and PBS. The art of Bambi includes paintings, sketches, watercolours, and pastels by Chinese-American artist Tyrus Wong. Wong's work was a major influence on the visual aesthetic of the 1942 Disney film: ·         Color schemes: Wong chose the colour schemes and forest appearance, giving the film a distinct look. ·         Backgrounds: Wong's backgrounds were detailed, almost photographic. ·         Emotional evocation: Wong's style focused on evoking emotion rather than capturing a photographic reproduction of nature. Wong was born in a farming village in Guangdong Pr...

The History of the Indian National Flag: A Symbol of Unity and Sovereignty The Indian national flag, known as the "Tiranga," which translates to "tricolor" in English, is not merely a piece of cloth; it is a profound symbol of the country's sovereignty, unity, and resilience. The flag has a rich history that reflects India’s evolution from a collection of princely states to a unified nation, embodying the hopes and aspirations of its people. This blog post will delve into the historical timeline, design significance, and the symbolic meanings attached to the Indian national flag. The Dawn of Nationalism The origins of the Indian National Flag can be traced back to the early 20th century when the Indian independence movement began to gain momentum against British colonial rule. The need for a national symbol grew as leaders and activists sought to unify the diverse populace of India in their struggle for freedom. Various flags were used by different groups, eac...

Patriot Day, observed on August 13 every year in Manipur, is a day of profound remembrance and respect for the heroes of Manipur who laid down their lives defending the kingdom's sovereignty during the Anglo-Manipuri War of 1891. It is a solemn and dignified occasion that honors the courage, sacrifice, and patriotism of Manipuri leaders, most notably Bir Tikendrajit Singh and Thangal General, who were publicly hanged by the British colonial rulers on this day.   The Anglo-Manipuri War was a short but intense conflict between the British Empire and the Kingdom of Manipur. The roots of the war lay in a succession dispute within the Manipuri royal family after the death of Maharaja Chandrakirti. When the British tried to interfere in the internal politics of the kingdom and install a ruler favorable to them, resistance grew under the leadership of Crown Prince Bir Tikendrajit, a fierce nationalist and military strategist. The conflict culminated in 1891, when the British launched ...

The density of a neutron is 7.44 × 10^13 kg / (m^3). Imagine you have a regulation bowling ball with a diameter of 8.59 inches that has the same density as a neutron. As neutrons and protons make up the nucleus of the atom, The density of the nucleus of an atom is, on average, about 2.3×10^17 kg/m3. This is called nuclear density. Do you know that Osmium is the densest naturally occurring element. When experimentally measured using X-ray crystallography, it has a density of 22590 kg/m^3  The concept of density helps us understand the compactness of matter in different forms—from everyday objects to the core components of atoms. A neutron, one of the fundamental particles found in the nucleus of an atom, has an astonishingly high density of approximately 7.44 × 10¹³ kg/m³ . To visualize this, imagine a standard regulation bowling ball with a diameter of 8.59 inches (about 0.2182 meters ). If this bowling ball were composed entirely of neutron matter—having the same density as a neu...

The Bowder Stone—c. second half of 19th century and January 2022. This huge andesite lava boulder is located in the Borrowdale valley in Cumbria, England. It was formed from lava that was ejected out of an ancient volcano. Approximately 13,000 years ago this rock was about 200 metres above where I stand and formed part of King's How, a mountain that rises steeply on my left in the photo. The movement of a glacier shaped and fragmented the sides of the valley and possibly dislodged the Bowder Stone, which eventually fell down the mountainside at an unknown date and landed in its current position here, balanced on one edge. The name Bowder Stone may derive from the local dialect for boulder. But there is a popular story that it derives from the Norse god, Baldr, the son of Odin. It is said that one side of the stone resembles the god's face. The Bowder Stone is an enormous andesite lava boulder located in the scenic Borrowdale valley in Cumbria, England. This impressive geo...