Woman of the Year

• Indian biologist Purnima Devi Burman has been named Time magazine's 'Woman of the Year'.

• Indian biologist and wildlife conservationist Purnima Devi Burman has been named Time magazine's 'Woman of the Year'.

• Purnima Devi Burman is the only Indian woman on this year's list.

• The list of 13 women also includes actress Nicole Kidman and Gisele Pellicot of France.

• Purnima Devi is renowned for her tireless efforts in protecting the endangered Greater Adjutant Stork, locally known as Hargila.