History of Indian Railways
Indian Railways is the lifeline of our country. It is the largest rail network in Asia and the world’s second-largest under one management unit. Divided… Read More »History of Indian Railways
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Vikram Sarabhai: The Father of Indian Space Program
Remembering India’s most admired scientists, Vikram Sarabhai on his birth anniversary. He is the Father of the Indian Space program and was a great institution… Read More »Vikram Sarabhai: The Father of Indian Space Program
The Krishna’s Butterball
The Krishna’s butterball is a giant balancing rock of granite, 5 mtrs in dia, perched on a smooth slope in the town of Mahabalipuram, TN,… Read More »The Krishna’s Butterball
The Lingaraja Temple
The Lingaraja Temple is one of the largest Hindu temples of India. This temple, built in the Deula style architecture, is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the oldest temples in the capital city of Odisha, i.e., Bhubaneswar. The temple provides the most eye-catching, outstanding and pious experience to its visitors.
The Bayon Temple in the Angkor Wat Archaeological Park
Angkor Wat Archeological Park is among the famous heritage sites of UNESCO since 1992. It is located in Northern Cambodia and is the most important Archeological site in South-East Asia.
Rashtrakutas: The Patrons of Art And Architecture
The Rashtrakuta Empire was a royal dynasty ruling large parts of the Indian Subcontinent between the sixth and the 10th centuries. How do we know… Read More »Rashtrakutas: The Patrons of Art And Architecture
The man who literally wrote India’s Constitution
When the draft of the constitution of India was ready to be printed, the then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru approached the renowned calligrapher Prem Behari… Read More »The man who literally wrote India’s Constitution
The Massive FBI’s Fingerprint Files, 1944
During World War II, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, United States Department of Justice investigated violations of the laws of the US and collected evidence… Read More »The Massive FBI’s Fingerprint Files, 1944
The History of Pattachitra Paintings
Pattachitra painting is one of the most popular art forms of Odisha. The name Pattachitra has evolved from the Sanskrit words patta, meaning cloth, and… Read More »The History of Pattachitra Paintings
The History of Hawa Mahal
Vibing on the tunes of ‘Padharo Mhare Desh’, relishing some delicious Dal-bati churma, overlooking some of the most gorgeous palaces around! Welcome to the capital… Read More »The History of Hawa Mahal