Art and Culture
World’s Tallest Shivling Installed at Virat Ramayan Mandir in Bihar’s Motihari
The world’s most massive Shivling, weighing nearly 210 tonnes, now stands in Motihari, Bihar. Installed in a serene atmosphere filled with Vedic chants, the monumental structure has become a...
Art and Culture
Bagurumba Dwhou: The Bodo “Butterfly” Dance — Meaning, Music, Costume
Bagurumba Dwhou is the most recognisable folk dance of the Bodo people of Assam. It draws inspiration from nature, especially birds and butterflies. The...
Art and Culture
Ol Chiki — The Script That Gave Santali Its Written Identity
Ol Chiki is the original script of the Santali language. It was created to reflect the true sounds of Santali. It removed confusion caused...
Art and Culture
Jodidara Tradition of the Hatti Tribe: History, Meaning, and Present Reality
The Jodidara tradition of the Hatti tribe is one of the most unique and lesser-known social practices in India. Practised historically in the Trans-Giri...
Art and Culture
Jane Austen’s Most Timeless Quotes: Lines From Her Novels Still Relevant Today
More than two centuries after her novels were first published, Jane Austen’s writing continues to feel surprisingly modern. Her stories were set in drawing...
Art and Culture
Head Covering in India: What It’s Called in Different States & Its Cultural Significance for Women
Covering the head is a deeply rooted cultural and religious practice among Indian women. Whether it is done with a saree’s pallu, a dupatta,...
Art and Culture
Kulo Art: From Winnowing Tray to Festival Canvas
Kulo art is the practice of painting and decorating the kulo, a shallow bamboo winnowing tray traditionally used in Bengal to separate grain from...
Art and Culture
Navratri Celebrations Across India: Iconic Destinations You Must Visit
Navratri and Durga Puja are two of the most celebrated festivals in India, symbolizing the eternal triumph of good over evil and the power...
Art and Culture
Saraswati Mantras for Students
Goddess Saraswati is the deity of knowledge, wisdom, arts, and education. She represents brilliance, creativity, and purity, guiding seekers toward enlightenment. Saraswati mantras are...
Festivals
Thanksgiving 2024: Date, Significance, History and Wishes
Thanksgiving day is the big feast of gratitude! It is celebrated as a national holiday across different countries, but the dates vary slightly. Thanksgiving...
India
Who is Arun Yogiraj: The Sculptor Who Created the Ram Lalla Idol for Ram Mandir
The entire world witnessed the grand Pran Pratistha ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya on 22nd January. It was one of the most historic...