A Brief Introduction of the Mughal Emperors
Each Mughal ruler, whether it be Babur, Akbar, or Shah Jahan, left their imprint on India in a unique manner...
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Shailaja Sarangi
- Jan 9, 2021
- 4 min
Life of Mughal Emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar through his Poetry
Zafar actively wrote a number of poems which give us an idea about the events in his life. For instance...
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Sakshi Priya
- Jan 2, 2021
- 5 min
Why is Samudra Manthan the Grandest Event in Hindu Mythology?
A story of the creation of the world, Samudra Manthan or the churning of the ocean is a significant event in Indian mythology because...
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Sakshi Priya
- Dec 26, 2020
- 5 min
The Traditional Attire of Kashmir
Though Phiran with a Kangari is the most common attire for Kashmiris, there are a few differences in the style for men and women...
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Pratha
- Dec 22, 2020
- 3 min
Pratha Samvad with Mr. Gajanand: a Jaipur-based Miniature Artist
To quench our curiosity about the way miniature artworks are made, we met...
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Kirthika Nandhakumar
- Dec 18, 2020
- 4 min
Kannagi - The Goddess Who Burned the Entire City of Madurai
One of the legendary characters is Kannagi, the calm yet courageous heroine from Ilango Adikal’s epic "Silapathikaram"...
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Akshita Rana
- Dec 15, 2020
- 1 min
9 Most Popular Life Quotes from Qawwali
Qawwali, as a music form, has broken all linguistic barriers to touch the hearts of millions. Read top 9 life quotes from qawwali...
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Kirthika Nandhakumar
- Dec 9, 2020
- 5 min
Connecting Dots between the Kings in Exile: Bahadur Shah Zafar and Thibaw Min
To crush the Burmese and the Mughal empire, Britishers exiled their kings to foreign countries, which bound India and Burma together...
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Kirthika Nandhakumar
- Dec 5, 2020
- 4 min
Thiba Palace: The Remnant of Myanmar’s Royal Family in India
Although the elegance of the monument speaks for itself, it holds within its walls a sad story- the tale of the last monarch of Burma...
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Deepikka Laxmi
- Nov 30, 2020
- 6 min
Deciphering Shakuntala: Mahabharata v/s Kalidasa
In both versions, we see how women remain questionable for their actions and are character assassinated in society in general...
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Deepikka Laxmi
- Nov 27, 2020
- 4 min
5 Indian Plants of Religious and Ayurvedic Significance
Apart from their use in medicine, most plants in India have a mythological connection too...
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Deepikka Laxmi
- Nov 23, 2020
- 5 min
7 Must-Visit Historical Places In The Walled City of Ahmedabad
If you are a history buff, we have for you a list of some of the most famous sites in Ahmedabad.
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Akshita Rana
- Nov 21, 2020
- 3 min
Why is Abanindranath Tagore's Bharat Mata Painting Unique?
Depictions of powerful goddesses conditioned people's imagination. However, contrary to people’s beliefs, Abanindranath Tagore created...
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Akshita Rana
- Nov 20, 2020
- 3 min
The Passing of Shah Jahan: A Tale of the Misery of Mughal Royals through Art
This painting takes us back to the time when an old, weak, and powerless Mughal emperor Shah Jahan was imprisoned in the Red Fort...
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Akshita Rana
- Nov 19, 2020
- 3 min
Journey’s End Painting (1913): An Artistic Representation of British India?
A glance at Abanindranath Tagore’s painting- Journey’s End creates an unforgettable image in the minds of the viewers...
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Kirthika Nandhakumar
- Nov 18, 2020
- 5 min
Abanindranath Tagore: The Man Who Revolutionised Indian Art
Abanindranath Tagore, also known as the "Father of Modern Indian painting," was a revolutionary artist who played a critical role in...
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Deepikka Laxmi
- Nov 17, 2020
- 4 min
How the Bengal School of Art Revived Ancient Indian Art Forms
At this point of an identity crisis, arose the Bengal school of Art with highly gifted artists like Raja Ravi Verma, Abanindranath Tagore...
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Deepikka Laxmi
- Nov 10, 2020
- 4 min
Diwali: A Grand Celebration of Hindu Mythology
Diwali celebrations last five days. However, only one of these days is associated with Lord Rama...
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Yukti Ganeriwal
- Nov 9, 2020
- 4 min
Evolution of the Devadasi System in India
With the diminishing influence of temples, their social status started falling and the practice took the form of commercial prostitution...
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Riya Hirani
- Nov 2, 2020
- 5 min
A Glimpse into the Life of the First Sikh Guru: Guru Nanak Dev
From a very young age, Guru Nanak Ji's ideas and actions were often subjected to the critical gaze of his elders because...
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Akshita Rana
- Oct 28, 2020
- 5 min
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's Journey From the Fields to the Parliament
India celebrates Sardar Patel's birthday as the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas on 31st October. However. 31st October is not his real birth date...
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