-Aritra Biswas Nelson Mandela is one of the most powerful personalities of the twentieth century. He is a hero to the world and synonymous with tolerance, fairness and reconciliation. A life of unbending dedication to abolish apartheid in South Africa and to create an equal, human-dignity society characterized his life. The story of Mandela as […]Read More
-Oishee Bose On a normal evening in 1958, a town square was full of noise and faces. People carried pots and pans, children climbed trees to reach nests, and neighbours celebrated as eggs were shattered and fledgling were extracted from hiding spots. The energy of the time appeared to be that of a harvest festival. […]Read More
-Oishee Bose If you turn up at Tiretta Bazar early, you feel like you’ve stumbled into somebody’s memory. Steam climbs from aluminium steamers, a vendor nudges a bamboo basket across a wooden stall, a little kid tugs an elder toward a stall that smells of pork buns and moong dal, and the city’s different tongues […]Read More
-Prachurya Ghosh Introduction: Nietzsche and the Crisis of Modern Thought Friedrich Nietzsche occupies a paradoxical position in modern intellectual history. He is celebrated as one of the most radical critics of Western metaphysics and morality, yet he remains one of the most controversial figures because of his views on women and religion. His philosophy is […]Read More
-Prachurya Ghosh Introduction: A Woman Who Defied Her Age In the story of late eighteenth-century India, one would indeed be remiss not to mention the extraordinary life and contributions of Begum Samru, a woman who defied almost every social, political and gendered norm of her time. Rising from extreme poverty to become one of the […]Read More
-Trushti Dand Formation and Historical Background (1846–1857) The Sikh Regiment is one of the oldest and most decorated infantry regiments of the Indian Army. Its origins trace back to 1846, following the First Anglo-Sikh War, which ended with the British East India Company defeating the Sikh Empire. Recognizing the martial prowess, discipline, and courage of […]Read More
-Khirabdhi Tanaya Gour Persian poetry peaked in South Asia and Iran during the rule of the Mughal Empire in the 17th century. Ghani Kashmiri is one of the prominent figures who enriched this Golden Era of Persian literature. Ghani Kashmiri’s lasting impression on the Indo-Persian literary tradition is because of his significant influence on Persian […]Read More
Manjusha Art, also known as Angika Art, is a traditional and vibrant folk art form that originated in the Bhagalpur region of Bihar, India. Deeply rooted in the cultural and religious history of the region, Manjusha Art has been cherished for its distinctive style, rich storytelling, and religious significance. This article delves into the origins, […]Read More
Poetry now seems to be fleeing, as if restless in its own skin! The nearby poems catch wind of its urgency, stirring in quiet unease. Each verse dares to stretch beyond its boundaries, pausing mid-flight to wrestle with the weight of its own thoughts. The Bhakti Kaal (Devotion Period) left a profound mark on Hindi […]Read More
Introduction: Who Really Is Ganesha? Ganesha! The first name we call upon before starting anything new—be it a business, a wedding, or even an exam we forgot to study for. With his elephant head, rotund belly, and adorable mouse companion, Ganesha is hard to miss. But here’s the thing—he’s more than just the “god who […]Read More