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How Ancient India Became the Center of Medieval European Astronomy and Influenced Modern AI
Oct 21, 2025 03:46 pm CST
At the NDTV World Summit 2025, Nick Booker of IndoGenius revealed how medieval Europeans considered Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh as the world's center for astronomical calculations. His presentation highlighted how ancient Indian advancements in mathematics, astronomy, and computational thinking created the foundation for modern artificial intelligence, showcasing India's historical influence on global scientific development through its unique approach of computational positivism.
The Golden Road: How Ancient India's Cultural and Scientific Achievements Shaped World History
Oct 14, 2025 04:32 pm CST
William Dalrymple's "The Golden Road" reveals how ancient India functioned as a cultural superpower, spreading mathematical innovations, religious philosophies, and literary traditions throughout Asia without conquest. From introducing zero and developing algebra to establishing Buddhism across the continent, India's intellectual contributions continue to influence global civilization today.