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Eid Special: Love Seviyan? Here’s How The Sweet Treat Won Over India
The festival of Eid evokes nostalgia. School days were reminiscent of gathering around the table with my friends, waiting for the feast that would follow the fast during Ramadan. A table creaking...
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‘Our Past Needs a Future’: Meet The Storyteller Unveiling Kochi’s Fascinating...
At least a few times every month, a delivery agent can be seen making his way to a certain residence in Ernakulam, Kerala. His hands are laden with packages which hold books – sometimes two,...
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India’s First General Election & More: 8 Iconic Pictures Capturing Indian...
There are some moments that are fleeting but hold within them the power to change the course of events. As we step into this time machine and embark on a journey that takes us through the portals of...
View ArticleBuilt Using 126 Types of Marble, This Palace Has Cultural Artefacts From...
Scores of civilisations came and left the earth, but not without leaving indelible imprints upon it in the form of ingenious constructions. Seven of these made it to a list: ‘Seven Wonders of the...
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Real Story Behind Netflix’s ‘Maharaj’: When a Reporter Took On a ‘Messiah’ To...
A high-tension courtroom filled to the brim with onlookers keenly observing every move of the judges. The key players are a journalist and a renowned godman facing allegations of sexual assault....
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This Musical Instrument Is Breaking Caste Barriers & Giving People a Voice
The rhythmic beat of the parai echoes through the air, its deep, earthy resonance stirring something primal within. It’s almost impossible not to groove to the impactful beat of the instrument. Played...
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What You Didn’t Know About Himachal’s Iconic Kullu Shawls & Chamba Rumals
Nestled in the Himalayas, Himachal Pradesh boasts a rich legacy of traditional crafts. Among these, weaving stands as a cornerstone of its cultural heritage. This ancient art form is more than mere...
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An App That Walks You Through Delhi’s History — Built by 4 Noida Teens
Have you ever walked past an old building and wondered about its story? In Delhi, there are hundreds of such historical treasures, but most people hurry past them without a second glance. This is what...
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This Tamil Nadu Village’s Eco-Friendly Tiles Tell a 200-Year-Old Story
Imagine a room where the floor is a symphony of textures and tones, each tile a musical note playing a harmonious tune that tells a story from 200 years ago. Athangudi tiles, renowned for their glossy...
View ArticleEver Noticed These Monuments on Indian Currency? Here’s the History Behind Them!
Pause for a moment and take a good look at your wallet. There’s history lurking within its folds. And, a Twitter user (@desi_thug1) — a self-identified history aficionado — has decided to unravel it....
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‘I Started With a Stamp’: This Chennai Shop is Home to Antiques That Are...
Please switch off your cellular phones at least when you are inside this shop. Let us talk to each other. Pretend it’s 1890 — reads a sticky note at the entrance of the Old Curiosity Shop in Chennai’s...
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Lost for Centuries: How a Chennai Craftsman Brought Back a 2000-Year-Old...
In a small Chennai workshop, 28-year-old Tharun Sekar meticulously carves the wooden frame of a musical instrument that had nearly vanished from Indian culture. This instrument, the Yazh, is a...
View ArticleBefore Feminism Had a Name, These Indian Women Were Changing Freedom & Cinema...
Undaunted, fierce, and firm in resolve, these women set out to script history. They pioneered breakthroughs in cinema, arts and the freedom struggle, leaving an indelible mark on India, the ripples of...
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Photos & Facts: These 6 Ancient Indian Instruments Once Ruled Music — Now...
Think of an Indian musical instrument. Perhaps the tabla, sitar, or veena comes to mind — icons of India’s rich musical heritage. But beyond these well-known names, many once-revered instruments have...
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Meet The Fearless Goan Women Who Challenged Portuguese Rule
Year 1947: The entire country had gained independence. However, a tiny part of it – Goa – remained under Portuguese control for 14 more years. It was only in 1961 that the state was finally liberated,...
View ArticleGhibli AI Art Is Viral, But Can You Recognise These Stunning Indian Art Styles?
Your social media feed is probably filled with dreamy, hand-painted visuals labelled “Ghibli-style”—from celebrities to everyday users, everyone seems to be trying it. But what exactly is Ghibli, and...
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