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March 11, 2023

Mangoes of India – Tracing the king of fruits

Indian mangoes are cherished across the world and people eagerly wait for the arrival of the season every year. Here’s a quick look at some of the most popular mango varieties found in India and the region they belong to.

March 6, 2023

Warli art – The art that has withstood the test of time

Warli painting is an art form created by the tribal people from the North Sahyadri Range. Read on to learn more about the historical art form.

March 3, 2023

The rebirth of Hiware Bazar, an Indian village with 60 millionaires

Hiware Bazar was crime-mounded and extremely backwards four decades ago. Read on to know how the village is now home to 60 millionaires.

February 20, 2023

Reviving the fastest animal on land – Cheetah reintroduction in India

The cheetahs are ready to make a triumphant return to India. Click here to learn all about the reintroduction of cheetahs in India.

February 12, 2023

Hampi Holi – An underrated destination to celebrate the festival of colours

Hampi is one of the best places to visit in South India for Holi celebrations. For two days, Hampi celebrates Holi with a sport of tones and shades. The vibrant environment, free-flowing colours, music, and dance create a wave that draws people from all over the world.

February 6, 2023

Escape to Artville – The Kochi Muziris Biennale Adventure

Click here to know all about the Kochi Muziris Biennale, Asia’s largest art exhibition held from December to April in Fort Kochi.

February 6, 2023

Uttar Pradesh – A Land Of Amazing Craftwork

India has been blessed with artists who create finest of handicrafts that are renowned across the world. Uttar Pradesh is no different with artists and artisans specialised in different forms of art from Agra to Varanasi.

February 6, 2023

The Mystery behind the Lost City of Dwarka

Dwarka’s archaeological and historical background is shrouded in mystery. The city’s earliest incarnation, known as the “ancient kingdom of Krishna” in the epic Mahabharata, was spread across nearly 84 km as a fortified city where the Gomti River and the Arabian Sea met.

January 24, 2023

Siddis – An African tribe in India that you have probably not heard of

The Siddis in Karnataka are an Indian ethnic minority of East African origin. But do they regard themselves as Indians or Africans?

January 12, 2023

A look at the lesser known legends of Mahashivratri

Read on to learn why we celebrate the festival, the legends of Mahashivratri, and why it is so significant.