Culture & Books
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.
[…]The national flag was hoisted at 150 heritage sites across India on the 76th Independence Day on Monday to mark the ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’.
[…]A folk sport, that continues its legacy since the Mughal times, still fascinates the national capital. Despite changing circumstances, the tradition thrives on. Patriot speaks with kabootarbaaz in Delhi to understand their love and dedication for the sport
[…]Delhi is rich in its history and the multitude of mysteries that come with it. The memories of the city that was once known for its exquisite gates seem quite different from the way we see it today. Patriot talks to people ardent about heritage walks to understand their motivations and aspirations
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