The Vishnu Purana is one of the eighteen Mahapuranas, a book of scriptures covering a wide range of subjects including mythology, theology, and history. Among these, the Vishnu Purana holds a significant place in Hindu cosmology due to its devotion to Vishnu, the protector and preserver of the universe. It is considered one of the […]Read More
Kaniyalal Maneklal Munshi, commonly known as K. M. Munshi, was a polymath whose contributions spanned literature, law, and politics. Born in the late 19th century, Munshi’s work significantly impacted the cultural and political landscape of India. This blog explores his multifaceted life, highlighting his achievements and lasting legacy. Early Life and Education Munshi was born […]Read More
Kashi Mahajanapada, one of the sixteen Mahajanapadas, was founded in Varanasi by the first king Kash of the Chandra dynasty. That is why Varanasi is also known as ‘Kashi’, Kashi is one of those Mahajanapadas which emerged in the 6th century, today this region includes Bhojpur, Rohtas, and Kaimur districts. One of the oldest continuously […]Read More
Maa Kaalratri is the most fierce form of Maa Durga. She is worshipped on the seventh day of Navratri. 'Kaal' denotes the word darkness or death and 'Ratri' means night. She is also known as Shubankari which in Sanskrit means auspicious. She is the Goddess who brought an end to darkness. Read More
India is a country with a plethora of cultural treasures and dance is one of them. Dance is a fully-fledged art form, belonging to the 'performing arts' which allows a human to express his feelings, thoughts and experiences.In Hindu mythology, dance is believed to have been conceived by Brahma. Lord Brahma is said to have inspired the sage Bharata Muni to write the Natya Shastra, a treatise on performing arts, from which a codified practice of dance and drama emerged. The best known of Hindu deities Shiva, Kali and Krishna are typically represented by dancing. Shiva's cosmic dance, Read More
Puppetry is the indigenous theatre of India. It is a subject as varied as many other cultural traditions of the Indian subcontinent. From times immemorial, it has been the most popular and well appreciated form of entertainment available to people. The art of puppetry includes the making and manipulation of puppets for use in some kind of theatrical performance. The suggestive element of a puppet being controlled by a master makes it an intriguing experience for the audience.The origin of puppetry in India cannot be dated but some scholars believe that the puppetry art tradition is more than thousands Read More