indian cosmology

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor humorously defended the South Indian dish idli after a viral post compared it to rasgulla dipped in sugar syrup. Tharoor explained the distinct culinary and biological differences, calling idli a "culinary engineering marvel" and a "savoury monolith of South Indian culinary genius."

Jamia Millia Islamia's Centre for Theoretical Physics, in collaboration with IUCAA, inaugurated a four-day international conference on "Cross-Survey Cosmography." The event brought together global experts to discuss precision cosmology, emerging tensions in cosmic parameters, and potential new physics

Hyderabad art scene welcomes two new exhibitions, 'Prakriti: A Quiet Continuum' and 'Living Lineages,' opening May 2. These shows unite contemporary and folk artists, exploring nature's essence and generational artistic knowledge. The exhibitions run until June 15, fostering dialogue between diverse artistic practices.

Two scientists from the Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (Iucaa) and eight others from the country have received the Indian Citation Award 2012 conceived by Thomson Reuters.

The Institute of Mathematical Sciences (IMSc) in Chennai is set to host "Cosmic Connections," a national cosmology meet from July 28 to August 1. Researchers will explore the universe's evolution, from its earliest moments to its current state. A public discussion on July 31 will highlight India's role in major cosmology missions like LIGO-India and SKAO.

Astrophysicist Padma Vibhushan Jayant Naralikar will share his views on Astrophysics at an interactive session organised by Nature Walk, as a part of its weekly activity, on December 3 at NMV Girls High School, behind S P College, off Tilak Road, from 6.30 pm to 8 pm.

Senior gravitational waves and cosmology expert Prof Tarun Souradeep took charge as director of Raman Research Institute (RRI) in Bengaluru on Thursday. Describing RRI as an institution with a rich heritage and unique scientific legacy, he said, “It is an honour to be at the helm of RRI.

India mourns the loss of Jayant Vishnu Narlikar, a pioneering astrophysicist who challenged cosmological norms and co-developed a gravitation theory with Fred Hoyle. Narlikar, who passed away at 87, founded IUCAA and passionately communicated science through writing, earning prestigious awards. His legacy endures through his contributions to cosmology and his dedication to inspiring scientific curiosity in future generations.

Several months ago Tamil Nadu received an honoured guest: the President of the South American nation, Chile, Michelle Bachelet. Now she says she has just been served notice to leave the country – and within four days.

The most-detailed map of the universe created through the observations made by Planck space telescope has an Indian element to it.

Jayant Narlikar, born in 1938, challenged established cosmological theories and championed science education in India. Collaborating with Fred Hoyle, he developed an alternative to the Big Bang Theory. Narlikar returned to India to build research institutions like IUCAA and reformed science textbooks, striving to make science accessible and fostering scientific curiosity among the public.

Cotton College State University's just-concluded summer school on astronomy and astrophysics received overwhelming response with students from different institutions in Assam, as well as from other states, taking part.

Well-known astrophysicist and provost of Charusat University, Pankaj Joshi, has been awarded the Indian National Science Academy (INSA) - Vainu Bappu award for his contribution to black hole physics, gravitation and cosmology.

Space scholar Uday Narayan Deka, who is an advisory member to the state planetarium, tells TOI’s Pranjal Baruah he sees a bright future for space science in India

“The concept of nine planets is very much part of Indian culture,” says Dr Subramaniam.

The questions surrounding the evolution of the universe have not been sufficiently answered till date.

James Peebles, who is one of the three winners of the 2019 Nobel Prize for Physics, has a footprint in Mumbai.