Author: Dr Punit Kumar

Image Courtesy: Sonam Singh Subhedar Within the sacred confines of temples, amidst the fragrance of incense and the murmurs of devotees, lie profound secrets waiting to be unearthed. These ancient sanctuaries, steeped in spirituality and adorned with architectural splendour, serve as repositories of scientific marvels that have captivated scholars and worshippers for centuries. Acoustics, the science of sound, and lightning, the powerful force of nature, both find resonance within the hallowed halls of temples. Through a blend of ancient wisdom and astute engineering, these sacred spaces are transformed into theatres of sensory wonder, where the celestial harmonies of light and…

Throughout history, the universe has remained an enigma, captivating the curiosity of humanity since time immemorial. The quest to understand its origin has spurred countless questions and inspired numerous discoveries. In a remarkable revelation, astronomers, akin to cosmic detectives, have unveiled a cosmic secret hidden within the depths of the Milky Way. Leveraging observations from the European Space Agency’s Gaia space telescope, they have identified two early streams of stars, named ‘Shakti’ and ‘Shiva’ after Hindu deities. These celestial formations offer a tantalizing glimpse into the galaxy’s primordial past, serving as ancient relics that illuminate its earliest epochs, billions of…