1000 Years of Buddhism in Punjab
When Xuanzang (Hiuen Tsang) visited Punjab in the 7th century, he documented a vibrant Buddhist landscape. He wrote of fifty monasteries in Jalandhar, thousands of monks deep in study, and viharas spread across Thanesar and Kulu. It was clear —…
Chandragupta Maurya : The First Historical Emperor of India
Chandragupta Maurya’s life and times are a subject of extensive historical interest, marked by a complex interplay of fact, legend, and interpretation. He is widely regarded as the first historical emperor of India. While earlier kings like Rama, Bharata, Yayati,…
When Megasthenes visited India
India’s history has always remained shrouded in mystery. Due to the absence of historical records by the ancient Indians, much of our understanding of their past relies on the writings of foreign visitors to India. These visitors provide us with…
Nalanda University: The Center of Learning in the Ancient World
Nalanda University stands as a symbol of ancient India’s remarkable contribution to education and intellectual development. Renowned as one of the world’s earliest universities, Nalanda attracted scholars and students from far and wide, becoming a center of learning, debate, and…
