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The Timeless Melody of Nidhu Babu: Introduction of Tappa in Bengal
Introduction Indian classical music represents one of the most significant cultural expressions, encompassing a wider...
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Tradition, Theatrics, and Tamasha
What image pops into your head when you think of ‘theatre’? Is it lively, engaging,...
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A Monument of Faith and Authority: The Story of Katra Masjid
Introduction Katra Masjid—also known as Katra Mosque or “Market Mosque”—is located on the northeast side...
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Ghulam Ali Khan: The Last Royal Painter of the Mughals
In the early 19th century, India went through major political and cultural changes. The Mughal...
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From Strings to Souls: The Art of Kalasutri Bahulya
Indian puppetry tradition is remarkably known for its abundant traditional ethos and cultural embeddedness. This...
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Ramkinkar Baij: The Man who Revolutionised the Art of Sculpture
Introduction Ramkinkar Baij remains one of the most prominent yet unconventional names in modern Indian...
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The Legacy of Bishnupur Gharana of Hindustani Classical Music
Introduction Hindustani Classical Music has been an integral part of the Indian culture for centuries,...
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Parai: The instrument of Social Justice.
Introduction:The history of Parai traces back to prehistoric times. Parai was mentioned in Tolkappiyam as...
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Bengal’s Street Wonder: The Legacy of Phuchka
Introduction In Bengal, phuchka is not just food; it is an emotion. To many, it...
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From Nadir Shah to the British Raj: Shahr Ashob and the Poetic Mourning of Delhi
There’s an English proverb that says, ‘Home is where the heart is’. Home holds within...
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