India’s first epigraphical reference to Halley’s comet found in Vijaynagara’s 15th-century copper plate; key details inside
- June 21, 2025
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A copper plate inscription at Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple reveals India’s first mention of Halley’s Comet. The inscription dates back to June 28, 1456 CE. It documents a land grant by Vijayanagara king Mallikarjuna. Historians identify a celestial object in the inscription as Halley’s Comet. This discovery highlights India’s rich astronomical knowledge. The inscription suggests medieval scholars tracked cometary cycles closely.
