Vienna/New Delhi, July 10 (Reporter) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met Nobel Laureate Anton Zeilinger, a renowned Austrian physicist, and also met with four leading Austrian Indologists and scholars of Indian history and thought in Vienna. Nobel Laureate Anton Zeilinger is known for his work on quantum mechanics and was awarded Nobel Prize for Physics in 2022. The PM posted on X of the meeting: “Had an excellent meeting with Nobel Laureate Anton Zeilinger. His work in quantum mechanics is pathbreaking and will continue to guide generations of researchers and innovators. His passion for knowledge and learning was clearly visible. I talked about India’s efforts like the National Quantum Mission and how we are nurturing an ecosystem for tech and innovation. “I am also delighted to receive his book along with a very touching message.” On his meeting with the Indologists, the PM posted on X: “In Vienna, I had the opportunity to meet Professor Birgit Kellner, Dr. Martin Gaenszle, Dr. Karin Preisendanz and Dr. Borayin Larios. “These are well-respected academics and researchers who have devoted great effort towards studying aspects of Indian history and culture. It was wonderful to hear their extensive insights. I commend them for their role in popularising Indian culture all over the world.” Dr. Birgit Kellner is a scholar of Buddhist philosophy and a linguist; Prof. Martin Gaenszle is a scholar of Modern South Asia; Dr. Borayin Larios, is Professor of South Asian studies at University of Vienna; and Dr. Karin Preisendanz, is Head of Indology Department , University of Vienna. Prime Minister exchanged views on Indology and various facets of Indian history, philosophy, art and culture with the scholars. He inquired about the roots of Indology in Austria and the impact it has had on its intellectual curiosity and scholarship. In the discussion, the scholars talked about their academic and research engagement with India, a statement said...////...