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Hans India
9 hours ago
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Antiquity of Telugu language traced to 3rd century BCE
Vijayawada: The antiquity of Telugu language goes back to 3rd century BCE and is considered the most ancient of the Dravidian languages, said Dr E Sivanagireddy, archaeologist and CEO, Pleach India Foundation. While presenting a paper at the 14th America Telugu Literary Meet jointly organised by Vanguri Foundation and Houston Telugu Association at the India House, Houston, the USA on Sunday, he cited a few proper names in Telugu from the Bhattiprolu Buddhist Relic casket inscription of a local Chieftain Raja Kubiraka in 3rd century BCE. Dr Reddy also gave early Telugu words from Kothuru and Kotilingala (coins) inscriptions datable to 2nd century BCE, and from the inscriptions of Dhulikatta and Amaravati Prakrit inscriptions followed by the 3rd century inscriptions of Nagarjunakonda, 4th century inscription of the Sakankayana from Pedavegi, 5th century inscriptions of the Vishnukundins from Keesaragutta and Patagandigudem which stand as testimonials to establish the evolution of Telugu language. He ended his talk with the earliest full length Telugu inscription of the Renati Cholas from Kalamalla (6th century CE) supported by powerpoint presentation with illustrations of the respective inscriptions for the benefit of the participants representing various states of the United States of America. Burra Sai Madhav, Telugu Screen dialogue writer, Dr Totakura Prasad, former president, TANA, famous Telugu literary critic Prof Katyayani Vidmahe congratulated Dr Sivanagireddy for his command on the topic. The organisers viz Vanguri Chitten Raju and T Srikanth Reddy felicitated the speaker on the occasion with a memento.
Hans India
06-07-2025
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- Hans India
Book on ‘Antiquity of Telugu language' launched at TANA conference
Vijayawada: A book establishing the antiquity of Telugu Language, written by Dr E Sivanagireddy, noted archaeologist and CEO of Pleach India Foundation, was released at 24th TANA (Telugu Association of North America) conference at Show Place, Novi, Detroit, USA on Saturday. Dr Sivanagireddy said the book provides authentic source material based on Prakrit, Sanskrit, Telugu-Kannada and Telugu Inscriptions found engraved on stone plaques and copper plates between 3rd century BCE and 11th century CE. This book was launched by Indian-American Oncologist Dr Dattatreyudu Nori at TANA literary meet in the presence of Telugu actor and politician M Murali Mohan, academician and Hindu coordinator for US and Canada Prof Yarlagadda Laxmi Prasad and co-editor of TANA Souvenir Naveen Vasireddy. Dr Sivanagireddy briefed the audience of the literary meet in the antiquity of 2300 year old Telugu language which was given the status of Classical Language citing references from the inscriptions of both the Telugu States.
The Hindu
05-07-2025
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- The Hindu
Book on antiquity of Telugu language launched at TANA conference
A book on the antiquity of the Telugu language, authored by E. Sivanagireddy, a noted archaeologist and CEO of Pleach India Foundation, was launched at the 24th TANA (Telugu Association of North America) conference at Show Place, Novi, Detroit on Saturday. According to Mr. Sivanagireddy, the book provides authentic source material based on Prakrit, Sanskrit, Telugu-Kannada and Telugu inscriptions found on stone plaques and copper plates dating between the 3rd century BCE and 11th century CE. A renowned Indian -American oncologist Mr. Dattatreyudu Nori has unveiled the book. Dr. Reddy briefed the audience on the antiquity of the 2,300-year-old Telugu language, which has been given the status of a classical language, citing references from inscriptions found in both Telugu States. Noted actor and politician M. Murali Mohan, noted academician Prof. Yarlagadda Laxmi Prasad, co-editor of the TANA souvenir Naveen Vasireddy and several writers including, Rentala Jayadev and Kiran Prabha, were present.
Time of India
13-06-2025
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- Time of India
Rare Chalukyan sculptures cry for restoration
Vijayawada: A group of ancient Chalukyan sculptures, dating back to the seventh century CE, are languishing in neglect at Panchalingala village in Kurnool district, according to noted archaeologist and CEO of Pleach India Foundation, Dr E Sivanagireddy. As part of the foundation's heritage awareness campaign titled "Preserve Heritage for Posterity," Dr Reddy visited Panchalingala, a village situated on the left bank of the Tungabhadra river, on Thursday. During his visit, he observed a collection of rare sculptures stacked haphazardly in a corner inside the historic Panchalingeswara temple. He pointed out that the floor of the temple lies around 4 feet below ground level, a result of frequent flooding over the centuries. The temple itself features a panavatta (pedestal) bearing five Shiva lingas arranged in a row — an extremely rare configuration not commonly found in either of the Telugu states. Among the neglected sculptures found inside the temple were finely carved images of Mahishasuramardhini, Ganesha, Surya, and Saptamatrika. Dr Reddy urged the temple authorities and local villagers to relocate these sculptures from inside the sanctum and display them prominently on appropriate pedestals in front of the temple, complete with historical signage. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Simple. Clean. Solitaire Play Solitaire Download Undo Such a move, he said, would benefit both visitors and scholars interested in the region's cultural history. He also drew attention to a unique, double-storied four-pillared mandapa from the Chalukyan era, located to the right of the temple entrance, which is similarly in a dilapidated state and in urgent need of preservation. Dr Reddy stressed that the rare Panchalingeswara temple holds immense potential to be developed as a significant tourist and pilgrimage destination. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
The Hindu
31-05-2025
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- The Hindu
Nine rock-cut caves for Jain ascetics in Telangana's Anantagiri damaged; six remaining crying for attention
A group of 15 rock-cut Jain caves in Anantagiri — a hill station in Vikarabad district — dating back to the 9th century CE, are in dire need of protection. Archaeologist and CEO of Pleach India Foundation, E. Sivanagireddy, who visited the caves on Saturday, said that the caves were carved for Jain ascetics to spend the rainy season and observe Sallekhana vrata (fasting unto death). The 15 caves, which are square and rectangular, vary in size between 2.0 to 6.0 meters in length, 2.0 to 3.0 meters in width, and 2.5 meters in depth, with openings to the east. Out of the 15 rock-cut caves, six are intact, while the rest were damaged during the widening of the pathway leading to the origin point of the River Musi. The rock-cut beds on the floor and niches in the walls to keep lamps, along with a mutilated Jain statue seated in artha paryankasana, reflect Jain origins. Mr. Sivanagireddy urged the authorities of the Ananta Padmanabha Swamy temple and Vikarabad Municipality to remove the whitewash coated on the walls of the caves and make them presentable to visitors. He also requested that pathways, a fence, and signages with historical and religious significance of the caves be provided to save them for posterity and benefit future generations. The temple committee chairman Padmanabham assured that he would extend necessary support in this regard.
