– Mili Joshi Raghunath Temple Jammu: Where Heaven Meets Earth in the City of Temples Step into Jammu. Feel the spiritual energy pulse through every street. At the heart of this ancient city stands a marvel that has captivated souls for nearly two centuries. Welcome to Raghunath Temple – not just a temple, but a […]Read More
-Mili Joshi Avishi: The Warrior Queen of Rigveda The Rigveda tells us many stories. Some are about gods and goddesses. Others are about brave humans. Among these stories, we find tales of warrior queens. One such queen was Avishi. Who Was Avishi? Avishi was a powerful queen in ancient India. She lived during the Vedic […]Read More
-Mili Joshi Dakkebali: The World’s Most Powerful Snake Ritual The Arabian Sea on one side splashes into the lap of the Western Ghats of India, where the tradition of Dakkebali unfolds in coastal regions with the entire ceremony so grand that spiritual seekers and enthusiasts of culture have been drawn to it for centuries. Dakkebali […]Read More
-Mili Joshi Colonel Megh Singh Rathore, Vir Chakra, has been revered as perhaps the foremost in the Indian military firmament. The father of modern Indian Special Forces, this extraordinary officer’s legacy continues to appeal to generations of soldiers and military leaders. His visionary concepts of training, with an eye toward the very unconventional warfare he […]Read More
-Anushka Sengupta → Examine cinema as resistance—from To Kill a Mockingbird to Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom. Within the story of human civilization, the marginalized have struggled to find the means to express their suffering, resistance and hope. Wherever political systems have let them down and the mainstream media has ultimately ignored them, cinema has […]Read More
-Khirabdhi Tanaya Gour In the heart of the Indian Army’s infantry battalions lies a group of men who live by the mantra: “First In, Last Out.” These are the Ghatak Platoons—elite assault units designed to break through enemy lines, lead the charge in offensive operations, and operate deep behind enemy territory. Known for their agility, […]Read More
– Arushi Kastwar Cinema has long been a powerful medium for storytelling, capable of evoking emotions, challenging perceptions, and inspiring action. Throughout history, films have not only reflected societal issues but have also played a pivotal role in shaping political movements and social awakenings. From the revolutionary fervor of early Soviet cinema to contemporary narratives […]Read More
-Arushi Kastwar Indian cinema, often referred to as Bollywood, has played a pivotal role in documenting the historical journey of India. Through the lens of filmmakers, the struggles, triumphs, and cultural evolution of the nation have been captured, providing audiences with a rich tapestry of narratives that reflect the complexities of Indian society. From the […]Read More
– Arushi Kastwar Colonialism has long been a subject of intense scrutiny and debate, shaping the histories and identities of nations across the globe. The struggle against colonial rule has inspired countless narratives, but few have captured the essence of anti-colonial sentiment as powerfully as cinema. Films have the unique ability to transcend cultural boundaries, […]Read More
-Arushi Kastwar Cinema, as one of the most powerful forms of storytelling, has the unique ability to breathe life into legends, myths, and histories, transporting audiences across time and space. When filmmakers choose to recreate mythology and history on screen, they undertake an immense responsibility—they are not just telling stories, but are reinterpreting collective memories […]Read More