-Anushka Sengupta Satyabhama, one of the most interesting characters in Hindu Mythology and a favorite of mine, was one of the Ashtabharya of Lord Krishna. Depicted as an intricate amalgamation of aesthetics, dignity, courage, and faith, Satyabhama holds a special place in the Krishna-centric stories of the Mahabharata, Bhagavata Purana, and numerous local legends. Referred […]Read More
-Anushka Sengupta The Rigveda is one of the oldest sacred texts still in use today. The Rigveda is more than a spiritual text; it is a cultural and historical record of early Indo-Aryan civilization. The Rigveda weaves together a series of hymns that, although mainly honouring cosmic and divine powers, also occasionally acknowledges human actors […]Read More
-Muskaan Unique architecture has remained an attention-grabbing centre since its inception. The rare shapes, decoration, carvings, precious stones, and artwork are the elements that provide a different identity and style to an architecture, and bring popularity to it. Architectures like Mughal, Dravid, and Vesara are famous for their look, decoration, and amazing blend. Similarly, tantric […]Read More
-Mili Joshi In 1905, a single decision by one British Viceroy changed India forever. Lord Curzon, the Viceroy of India, drew a line through Bengal. He split it into two parts. He claimed it was for “administrative convenience.” But the people of Bengal and India knew better. This was not just about maps or borders. […]Read More
-Mili Joshi When we think of India’s freedom struggle, we think of protests, marches, and brave speeches. We see Mahatma Gandhi leading the Salt March. We remember Bhagat Singh’s fearless stand. But behind these big moments was a silent force, the underground press. Long before social media or instant messaging, India’s fight for freedom needed […]Read More
-Mili Joshi When we picture Europe’s wars, we often see lines of men in uniform. We see generals, soldiers, and politicians, nearly all male. But behind the smoke and ruins were thousands of women. Many stepped beyond the roles of nurses or caretakers. They fought, spied, resisted, and rebuilt. Their stories rarely make it into […]Read More
Ananya Sinha Human rights law comprises the international and national laws that are intended to safeguard the fundamental rights and freedoms to which all human beings are entitled. The evolution of human rights law is centuries old and encompasses the constant endeavor of humanity towards the realization of dignity, equality, and justice. This essay presents […]Read More
-Muskaan Ramayan, the epic Indian tale of the victory of good over evil, received wide appreciation from Gen Z and brought nostalgia to the generations prior to Gen Z when re-aired during COVID-19. During the difficult times of the pandemic, the Prime Minister of India referred to Ramayan and the struggling life of Lord Rama […]Read More
– Bhoomee Vats India has long been credited with the invention of zero. This is further proved when the picture of Gwalior’s Chaturbhuj Temple comes to mind, which is dedicated to Shri Hari Vishnu. The temple, tucked inside the Gwalior Fort, was built under the rule of the sixth Pratihara ruler, King Mihir Bhoj, in […]Read More
-Anushka Sengupta Dr. Ramnath Aghori—sometimes called Yogiraj or Aghoreshwar—appeared in the mid-20th century as one of the most legendary and mysterious figures of the Aghori tantric tradition. Unlike ascetics who retreat into cloisters, Ramnath roamed freely across the borders of India and Nepal, drawing admirers in equal measure of spiritual devotees and kings. His life, […]Read More