Everything About Karva Chauth: A Time-Honored Tradition of Love, Fasting, and Togetherness
Discover the traditions, rituals, and significance behind Karva Chauth, a time-honored festival celebrating love, sacrifice, and unity.
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Pratha
- Oct 6, 2023
- 6 min
Causes of Division of Religions into Different Sects After the Demise of Their Founders- A Study
Read about the possible causes of division of religions into various sects after the death of their founders here.
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Divya Balvally
- Sep 5, 2023
- 4 min
Two Sides of the Same Coin: The Sub-Sects of Jainism- Digambara and Shvetambara
Jainism is divided into Digambara and Shvetmabara. Although both sects agree on the basic Jain ideas, they differ on some grounds...
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Pratha
- Aug 30, 2023
- 4 min
50 lesser-known facts about the legendary musician Tansen
Check out some quick facts on the legendary musician Tansen.
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Prerana Thakur
- Aug 20, 2023
- 5 min
7 Beautiful Pottery Traditions in India
With the rapid decline of the handicraft industry, pottery-making has become a rare art. Check out rare pottery traditions in India.
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Khushi M
- Aug 2, 2023
- 4 min
The Dark Secrets of the Himalayan Skeleton Lake
Nestled deep within the picturesque Himalayan horizons, the mysterious Skeleton Lake holds a grim secret - under its crystal clear water...
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Prerana Thakur
- Jul 20, 2023
- 4 min
The Hindu Philosophy of Matsya Nyaya and its Contemporary Relevance
Read more about the meaning of the ancient Indian principle Matsyanyaya described in the Arthashastra by Chanakya (Kautilya).
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Prerana Thakur
- Jul 6, 2023
- 5 min
International Representation of Lord Ganesha
In various parts of Asia, different cultures revere Hindu Lord Ganesha differently. Check out the global representation of Lord Ganesha here
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Ria Kanchan
- Jun 12, 2023
- 4 min
7 Life-Lessons We Can Learn From Lord Hanuman
Besides being known as a devotee of Lord Rama, Hanuman is the embodiment of power, wisdom, tact, and humility. Read more about him here.
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Ria Kanchan
- Mar 29, 2023
- 4 min
What is the Significance of Teej festival in India?
Teej is a Hindu festival that celebrates the onset of monsoon and is also dedicated to Lord Shiva and Devi Parvati. Click here to read more.
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Khushi Makasare
- Mar 22, 2023
- 3 min
Extinct Indian Languages and their Impact on Society
Read all about extinct and endangered Indian languages and steps taken to revive them.
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Pratha
- Mar 15, 2023
- 3 min
On Feminism and Kali Maa: Why You Should Consider Taking the Middle Ground
The female is a celebrated figure in Hinduism. Through the feminist lens, Kali is an icon of a bold woman that the world fears...
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Khushi Makasare
- Oct 31, 2022
- 4 min
How can the Yogic philosophy of Panch Koshas help you maintain physical and mental well-being?
The 5 Panch Koshas and Ayurvedic therapies interlace in many areas! Read to find out more about how this spiritual practice can benefit you.
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Prerana Thakur
- Oct 13, 2022
- 3 min
The political significance of Ambedkar statues in India
Read more about the cultural significance of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s statues and how they represent the issue of Dalit rights.
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Prerana Thakur
- Jun 17, 2022
- 5 min
Rukhmabai Raut: India's First Female Practicing Doctor and the Harbinger of Age of Consent Act
Read about Rukhmabai, a child bride, who became India’s first practicing female doctor & helped in establishing the Age of Consent Act.
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Akshita Rana
- Jun 10, 2022
- 6 min
How did the arrival of Portuguese traders in India affect our economy, politics, and culture?
Read how the arrival of Portuguese trader Vasco Da Gama served as a turning point in Indian economic, cultural, and political history.
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Ria Kanchan
- Jun 3, 2022
- 5 min
8 Unusual Museums in India You May Not Know About
From a museum of witchcraft to that of brooms, India is home to several bizarre places. Take a look at some of them right here!
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Akshita Rana
- May 11, 2022
- 5 min
8 Must-Watch ‘Stories by Rabindranath Tagore’
Here's a list of some empowering tales by Rabindranath Tagore as represented by Anurag Basu in Epic series 'Stories by Rabindranath Tagore.'
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Prerana Thakur
- Apr 23, 2022
- 5 min
How do Different Indian Religions Perceive Mental Health and Therapy?
Explore the relationship between religion and mental health as well as how different Indian religions perceive mental well-being and therapy
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Divya Balvally
- Jan 22, 2022
- 3 min
The Journey of Ghazal from Persia to the Indian Subcontinent
Read how ghazals travelled from Persia to the Indian subcontinent and how the Indian culture influenced its structure.
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Prerana Thakur
- Jan 15, 2022
- 4 min
Notion of Purity and Pollution in Hinduism
Learn about concepts of purity and pollution, and how they lead to discriminatory practises in Hinduism.
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