Academic Qualifications:

• Master of Arts (MA) in Veda

• Master of Arts (MA) in Vyākaraṇa (Sanskrit Grammar)

• Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in PurāṇasSpecialization: Narasiṁha through Puranic Sources
  

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in PurāṇasDissertation Topic: Sacred and Folk Realms of Bhairava: A Study into Mythology, Theology, and Ritual
  

• National Eligibility Test (NET) in Sanskrit

Awards and Fellowships:

• Awarded ‘The Justice K. T. Telang Junior Research Fellowship in Indology’ by the Asiatic Society of Mumbai for an independent minor research project titled Critical Study of the Ākhyānas in the Āśvamedhika Parva of Jaiminīya Bhārata.

Professional Experience:

• Research Consultant in Indology and Sanskrit:Dr. Newalkar has been working as a Research Consultant in Indology and Sanskrit with the eminent author Amish Tripathi since 2013, providing expert insights and scholarly input into his works.
  

• Online Educator through ‘Samākhyā’:She conducts online courses on purāṇas, Sanskrit literature, poetics, Vedic grammar, and related subjects through an online platform called ‘Samākhyā,’ making complex topics accessible to a global audience.
  

• Visiting Professor:Dr. Newalkar is attached to various academic institutes as a Visiting Professor, where she teaches Masters’ degree courses and other postgraduate diploma/certificate programs. With a decade of teaching experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her students.
  

Research and Publications:

• Dr. Newalkar has presented research papers at national and international seminars and has six published research papers to her credit. Her scholarly contributions also include entries in encyclopedias, numerous popular articles, and participation in various academic programs.

Specialization and Research Interests:

• Her research interests include Puranic studies, Vedic literature, Sanskrit grammar, and Indian mythology. Dr. Newalkar’s work often bridges the gap between the sacred and the folk realms, particularly in her studies of Bhairava and other significant figures in Indian mythology.