Odisha, one of the most beautiful places in India. What do we know about their people and their struggles? It is so shocking that their fight and resilience goes unnoticed by so many. Yet, they so not lose hope instead, stand united against the atrocities they encounter. Just like that, the tribe Dongria Kondh has […]Read More
Heeramandi, translating literally to “diamond market,” is situated in Lahore near the Taxali Gate and Badshahi Mosque. There’s a debate over its naming, with some attributing it to Heera Singh Dogra, son of Dhian Singh Dogra, Prime Minister during Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s reign. It is the subject of the famous Indian writer-director Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s […]Read More
Santal, a group of indigenous people who live in parts of India, especially in places like Jharkhand and West Bengal. However, along with these two states, they are also found in other states like Odisha, Bihar, Assam and Tripura. This community is so vastly spread out that, they are found in Bangladesh and Nepal too. […]Read More
India’s cultural landscape has various threads of traditions, spirituality and creativity that is said to be connected with the stories of tribal communities. Among these communities, the Gonds stand strong as an example of resilience, creativity and cultural richness. Comprising just over 9 million, out of the total tribal population of India, the Gonds represent […]Read More
In the grand tapestry of the visible spectrum, nestled between the calming hues of cyan and the vibrant glow of yellow, lies a colour that has captivated the human imagination for centuries: green. With a wavelength ranging from 495 to 570 nanometers, green manifests itself in myriad forms, from the verdant landscapes of nature to […]Read More
In a world adorned with the vibrant hues of nature’s palette, few colours command attention quite like yellow. It dances through the air in the golden radiance of autumn leaves, whispers secrets in the gentle flutter of canary wings, and bursts forth in the cheerful petals of daffodils heralding the arrival of spring. From the […]Read More
The colour purple holds a rich tapestry of historical and cultural significance woven throughout centuries. In various colour models, from the traditional RYB to modern CMYK and RGB, purple emerges as a blend of red and blue, capturing the essence of violet light. Its origins trace back to antiquity, where the rarity of Tyrian purple […]Read More
Lucknow Gharana is a prominent style of classical Indian dance known as Kathak. It originated in the city of Lucknow in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh and is known for its graceful movements, intricate footwork, and expressive facial expressions. Kathak dance is a blend of Hindu and Muslim cultures, with influences from the […]Read More
Kullu Shawls have the finest piece among the enthusiasts of Himachali handicrafts, which span the globe. The district’s capital, Kullu, is located in the Himachal Pradesh state of India. Created between Manali and Largi by the Beas River banks, lies Kullu, a wide open valley. This valley is renowned for its beautiful hills covered in […]Read More
Kunbi– the withering Goan textile tradition The thickly woven, coloured saree known as the Kunbi is well-known across the state of Goa. The earliest Goan tribes, that are, the Kunbi and Gawda tribes, are honoured by the name of the Kunbi saree. The fabric dates back many centuries and before the Portuguese invasion. Since the […]Read More