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“From clay to culture: The enduring legacy of traditional Matir Bhaar of Bengal”

INTRODUCTION In a literal sense, the term Matir Bhaar refers to ‘tea served in an...

Kolam: Aesthetics in the Threshold

Introduction: The tradition of decorating the front yards of a Tamil household with Kolam has...

Why the Nauvari isn’t Just a Saree?

Wrapped in Nine Yards of Strength and Story The Nauvari saree is not just about...

Dancing Puppets and Whispering Woods: The Living Soul of Chadar Badar

Introduction: Where Puppets Tell the People’s Stories Deep in the heart of a quiet Santhal...

A Brief Introduction to Qawwali Music

Since the beginning, humans have been involved in the process of music-making. The oldest evidence...

Lutyens’ Delhi: A Legacy of Imperial Grandeur

Introduction Delhi has always remained a melting pot of several different cultures since the ancient...

Kumortuli: Heritage and Culture redefined

Introduction It’s Kumartuli, tightly pressed into the maze-like alleys of North Kolkata, which furtively beats...

Babarsa: An underrated sweetmeat of Bengal

INTRODUCTION Sweets constitute an extensive part of the gastronomic culture of the Bengalis, known as...

Alponaaaa : Unique Art Style of Bengal

Introduction Alpana or Alpona (Both versions / spellings are valid and used with equal weightage,...

Muga Silk: Assam’s Golden Heritage

Introduction The Northeast is a hub of colorful textile production and each thread and pattern...

Talpatar Pakha: The Soulful Fan That Carries the Breeze of Bengal

1. Introduction: A Breeze with a Backstory Amongst the rich tapestry of Bengal’s culture, where...

Shukto: The Centuries Old Bengali Gem

Introduction Bengal has been a land of a diverse cuisine since ages. Whether it’s the...

Framing the Goddess: The Almost Forgotten Beauty of Bengal’s Chalchitra Art

Introduction: The Frame Beyond the Idol In the grand spectacle of Durga Puja, the idol...

The Yellow Ambassador Taxi: The Lost King of Calcutta Roads

Introduction Once known as the ‘King of Roads,’ the yellow taxi, as a nostalgic transportation,...

Weaving identity: The indigenous culture of the traditional mat craft in Birbhum district, West Bengal

The mat-making process of Birbhum district is not a modern one; rather, it is the...

Paintings of Delhi Residency: Under the Colonial Eye 1803–1858

Introduction The period of Delhi Residency is a twilight zone between the Mughal emperors and...

Leto Gaan: The Vanishing Melody of Bengal’s Folk Legacy

1. Introduction: Unveiling Leto Gaan In the diverse and culturally opulent landscape of Bengal, numerous...

Understanding the Craft of Chamba Thaal

Metalwork is one of the significant artistic craft of India and is a medium of...

Resonance In Devotion: The Kirtan Tradition As A Distinct Art Form Of Bengal

Introduction: Music of the Soul In the heart of Bengal, where rivers flow like poetry...

The Terracotta Temple Architecture of Birbhum District: Art, Symbolism, and Tradition

In India’s historical past in general and Bengal in particular, temples have always played an...

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