Haricharan Saikia, an eminent cultural figure from Assam, has been widely recognised for his lifetime dedication to Indian classical art, particularly the Sattriya dance tradition. In 2026, he was conferred the Padma Shri, one of…
Hari Madhab Mukhopadhyay (3 April 1941 – 17 March 2025) stands among the most revered figures in modern Indian theatre. Revered for his versatility as an actor, playwright, director, and mentor, Mukhopadhyay’s life was inseparable…
In the lush, rain-soaked hills of Meghalaya, where rivers rush through dense forests and steep valleys make modern infrastructure difficult, a remarkable tradition of living architecture has flourished for centuries. At the heart of this…
Introduction Dr. H. V. Hande is a distinguished Indian medical practitioner, healthcare leader, and public servant whose contributions span clinical medicine, public health, and politics. Celebrated for his deep commitment to patient care, medical ethics,…
Dr. Guduru Venkat Rao stands as one of India’s most respected and influential gastroenterologists, widely acknowledged for his clinical excellence, surgical mastery, and pioneering contributions to minimally invasive gastrointestinal care. With a career spanning decades,…
Gopal Ji Trivedi is a name that has become synonymous with innovative and transformative agricultural practices in the Indian state of Bihar. A distinguished agricultural scientist and visionary farmer, Dr. Trivedi’s life story is not…
Garimella Balakrishna Prasad (9 November 1948 – 9 March 2025) stands as one of the most influential figures in Indian classical devotional music, particularly in the rich tradition of Carnatic music. Known for his soulful…
Gambhir Singh Yonzone, often spelled Gambir Singh Yonzone in press reports, is a distinguished Indian botanist, educationist, environmentalist, and writer whose life’s work has been devoted to the Himalayan regions of Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Sikkim.…
Gafruddin Mewati Jogi is a name synonymous with dedication, cultural preservation, and transformative folk music. Hailing from the Mewat region of Rajasthan, India, he has devoted more than half a century to mastering and promoting…
At 94 years of age, Dharmiklal Chunilal Pandya stands as one of India’s most enduring custodians of traditional folk arts. His lifelong devotion to preserving Maanbhatt—a rare, classical form of Gujarati storytelling—culminated in one of…