Those who see the modern political map of India and take national unity for granted are probably unaware that although India was one geographical entity, she had never achieved political homogeneity until she attained independence and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the ‘Iron Man’ of India integrated 554 disparate princely states into the union and brought about the nation’s geographical, political and economic unification.  

Chicago: Anthony Cheung’s formal mathematical training essentially ended with high-school calculus. But as a musician and composer, he has explored mathematical phenomena in new ways, especially through their influence on harmony and timbre.

Schaumburg: Tattoos are popular ways to change your appearance and express yourself. In fact, according to the Pew Research Center, more than a third of Americans ages 18 to 25 have a tattoo, and about 40 percent of Americans ages 26 to 40 have tattoos.

Independent India was a dream of every Indian who lived under the British Rule. The freedom that we finally won from the shackles of colonial rule was the result of sufferings and sacrifices of great freedom fighters and millions of ordinary Indians. As the nation recounts historic freedom struggle, its chronicle would be incomplete without recalling the contributions of women.

Philadelphia: Tomatoes are still a gardener's best friend and loved for their versatility in making sauces, soups, salsas and sandwiches. There are endless varieties of tomatoes and it's easy for the beginning gardener to plant too many, not select the right location and miss some steps in the care of this lovely vegetable garden favorite.

Wasington: University of Adelaide wine marketing researcher has examined what influences selection along the wine supply chain, providing wine businesses with valuable insight into what encourages suppliers and customers to choose a particular bottle of wine.