Culture & Books
Stepwells have a charm of their own – precise geometrical design, the cool factor and the reminder of past glory. Rajon ki Baoli is truly Mehrauli’s hidden gem
[…]Samsara – Enter the Valley of the Gods by editor-turned-author Saksham Garg navigates the journey of a social misfit and explores the rich culture of ancient India and Hinduism. In this exclusive interview, Garg talks about how the book came into existence
[…]The seventh edition of the Indian Art Festival promises a monthly-long treat for art lovers, providing a platform for upcoming artists as well as well-known masters The eagerly anticipated India Art Festival is scheduled to return to the capital on 13 October. The seventh iteration of the yearly art expo will feature 4,500 pieces collected […]
[…]After a gap of two years, the city of Delhi is back with its traditional Ram Leelas in multiple venues of the national capital territory. The age-old theatrical representation of the Ramayan is not just bound to the great Hindu epic but is also a reminder of the city’s multi-cultural past
[…]Former Union minister Shakeel Ahmad, who hails from Bihar, was among the first to tweet in support of preservation of the palace built by legendary barrister Sir Sultan Ahmed
[…]With more than 300 historians on board, Karwaan – a student-led initiative now entering its fourth year of existence – bridges the gap between history and the masses
[…]The 75th anniversary of Indian independence was celebrated with magnificence. The whole of Delhi was tri-coloured, from roofs of the newly built houses to the century- old tombs scattered in different regions of the city. The very same tombs and monuments are the living memoirs of a blood-soaked Partition
[…]Courtrooms and judicial proceedings have always been a nightmare for the legend of Urdu literature in his lifetime. Mirza Ghalib, even after 150 years of his death wasn’t spared and has been summoned to the court once again.
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