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In Pics: One Artisan on a Mission to Revive Rajasthan’s 500-YO Artform, Takes...
At a time when there was no radio or television, Kavad art was considered an integral part of entertainment and the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan. Richly decorated with bright colours, Kavad is...
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Legacy in Every Bite: Chronicling the History of 8 Iconic Irani Cafes in Mumbai
The aroma of hot buttered buns wafts towards you as you enter the iconic setting, a space that seems as old as time itself. The Irani cafes of India — particularly those in Mumbai — have held a...
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What Connects the Mughals and the Bhils? The 200-YO Story of Ratlami Sev
The peculiarity of Ratlami Sev lies in its versatility. Not only does it make for a delicious standalone snack, but is also an ideal topping on several of our favourite delicacies — from sevpuri and...
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7 Rare Pics Depicting India’s Cultural History, From a Museologist’s Collection
Reigniting the past is a wonderful doorway into how history shaped the world. Deepthi Sasidharan, a Mumbai-based professional museologist, has always believed in this mantra. Her work offers...
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What Binds Lucknow’s Nawabs to Kolkata: Packing My Family’s Royal Legacy in a...
In 1856, King Wajid Ali Shah, the last nawab of Lucknow, was exiled by the British to Metiabruz, a suburb of Calcutta (now Kolkata). Heartbroken to leave behind his dear city, the king established a...
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The Forgotten Indian Who Made Nobel Laureate Ronald Ross’ Malaria...
When we speak of the role of Indian men and women in shaping the medical world, one of the most compelling stories that come to light is arguably that of Kishori Mohan Bandyopadhyay and his role in...
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A Raipur Boy in Mumbai Paved the Way for Chhattisgarhi Cinema with His...
There are some films that leave their mark in time, and Shyam Benegal’s Ankur (1974) is one classic example. The film’s achievements extend beyond the confines of bagging three National Awards....
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12 Indian Queens Who Bravely Challenged Norms to Etch Their Names in History
‘What is a queen without her king?’ The answer to this can be found in these 12 stories, which are a testament to the valour of Indian queens, and how the absence of fear set them apart. Here’s why...
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Why Indonesia & Russia Honoured a Legendary Pilot, Freedom Fighter & Ex-CM...
At the Indonesian Embassy in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, there is a room named after aviator, entrepreneur, freedom fighter and former Odisha chief minister Bijayananda (Biju) Patnaik. A highly skilled...
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Travel to Explore Northeast India’s Hidden Crafts With a Designer’s...
In the Salmore village of Majuli, the first island district in India, Binu Bhorali sits hard at work. As a fascinated crowd gathers to watch Binu deftly mould clay into beautiful handicrafts, the...
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In Pics: 12 Rare & Stunning Shots Captured By Wildlife Photographers Across...
Towards the 29 and 30 of this month, hundreds of wildlife photographers will gather at the Jayamahal Palace in Bengaluru. Armed with shots that could make it to the front covers of the most acclaimed...
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India’s Breakfast Map: Explore 54 Delightful Desi Dishes & Recipes
In India, the definition of a good Indian Breakfast is one that warms your palate as well as your heart. And what better than these desi delights to do the job? Here, the phrase ‘breakfast like a...
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From Prejudice to Pride: Evolving Representations of Disability in Cinema
Popular media can be a powerful facilitator in inculcating disability pride, acting as a mode of representation for people with disabilities to see those like them included in the mainstream. However,...
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The ‘Rogue Journalist’ Without Whom Gandhi’s Champaran Satyagraha May Not...
In 1917, when British rule prevailed over India, the government prepared a list to keep track of 32 of MK Gandhi’s closest associates. At number 10 was a name that history hasn’t forgotten since. Pir...
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‘These Dolls Look Like Us’: Designer Makes Heritage Dolls to Represent...
Growing up in a small village located between the border of India and Bhutan in Assam’s Baksa District, Kirat Brahma’s childhood was full of folklore and tribal tales. “These stories have been a part...
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Of Royalty, Legends & Lore: Origins & History Behind 10 Dishes That India...
Think back to the last time you were served a dish so wonderfully prepared that you were taken aback for a second. Food, as they say, evokes emotions unlike anything else. While the taste of a dish...
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BYOB: Friends Turn 7 Lakh Glass Bottles into Quirky Art & Home Decor
Gayatri Fabian, based in Bengaluru, affectionately labels herself as a hoarder, expressing her fondness for collecting items, particularly bottles. “I can never have enough of them. I would go to...
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What Ties Emperor Akbar & 3 Britishers to Rashtrapati Bhawan: A Carpet Biz...
What Ties Emperor Akbar & 3 British Men to Rashtrapati Bhawan: A Carpet Biz Born in Mirzapur At the break of dawn in Hirachak Dehria village in Uttar Pradesh, 31-year-old Rekha Devi assumes her...
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Rare Pics from India’s Musical Past: A Raga Reaches Outer Space, Nation’s...
If one were to chronicle all the music genres that India has given to the world, it is safe to assume the list would be endless. What is fascinating is that the role of Indian music has always gone...
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This Heritage Building in Hyderabad Has Seen the World’s Most Significant...
On July 27, the Telangana government submitted an affidavit before the Telangana High Court announcing its decision to demolish all buildings that form part of the Osmania General Hospital (OGH)...
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