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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...
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Kolam: Aesthetics in the Threshold
Introduction: The tradition of decorating the front yards of a Tamil household with Kolam has...
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Why the Nauvari isn’t Just a Saree?
Wrapped in Nine Yards of Strength and Story The Nauvari saree is not just about...
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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...
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A Brief Introduction to Qawwali Music
Since the beginning, humans have been involved in the process of music-making. The oldest evidence...
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Lutyens’ Delhi: A Legacy of Imperial Grandeur
Introduction Delhi has always remained a melting pot of several different cultures since the ancient...
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Kumortuli: Heritage and Culture redefined
Introduction It’s Kumartuli, tightly pressed into the maze-like alleys of North Kolkata, which furtively beats...
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Babarsa: An underrated sweetmeat of Bengal
INTRODUCTION Sweets constitute an extensive part of the gastronomic culture of the Bengalis, known as...
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Alponaaaa : Unique Art Style of Bengal
Introduction Alpana or Alpona (Both versions / spellings are valid and used with equal weightage,...
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Muga Silk: Assam’s Golden Heritage
Introduction The Northeast is a hub of colorful textile production and each thread and pattern...
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