Team L&M The chronology of Indian civilisation is ‘dubious’, says the newly-published IIT-Kharagpur calendar, which is dedicated to the Centre for Excellence of Indian Knowledge Systems. The ancient Indian history suffered from “suppression, compromises, contractions, and distortions,” it states while debunking those myths through its pages. Titled ‘Recovery of the Foundation of Indian Knowledge Systems’, […]Read More
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Benoy K Behl Do you know that the largest rock-cut reliefs of Lord Shiva are in Tripura? How many know that some of the earliest Buddhist Vajrayana depictions are found in a Pala period stupa in Tripura? Or that Tripura is one of the great centers of the worship of Durga? Tripura is a land […]Read More
Team L&M The United Nations World Tourism Organization recognised Pochampally in Telangana as one of the Best Tourism Villages, earning it global acclaim. Officials will present the prestigious award during the 24th UNWTO General Assembly on December 2, 2021, in Madrid. UNWTO Best Tourism Villages Initiative The Best Tourism Villages by UNWTO initiative recognises rural […]Read More
Team L&M Throughout his life, Shankaracharya propounded a monistic view of spirituality. Though he wrote numerous treatises, many of which have been considered the bedrock of Hinduism, the contribution he made towards propagating an Advaitic philosophy that suggested a unified universal view of Vedanta, is particularly significant. The Kerala-born philosopher saint widely travelled across India. […]Read More
Sanskriti Mahotsav – a Kathak festival that celebrates different gharanas
Kathak is one Indian classical dance form that has captivated the minds and hearts of people all over the world. It is today a part of almost all Indian dance festivals and several international dance platforms as well. There are a handful of artists who have dedicated their entire life to take the legacy of […]Read More
Team L&M This Saturday, October 16 at 6pm, Art Historian, Film-maker & Photographer Benoy K Behl is presenting an online talk and showcase his film Indian Roots of Tibetan Buddhism. Directed and narrated by Behl, and produced for the Union Ministry of External Affairs, the film is shot extensively in Tibet, Ladakh, Spiti, Arunachal Pradesh, […]Read More
Classical singer Kalapini Komkali Team L&M Mahindra Kabira Festival 2021 is all set to celebrate the wisdom of the 15th century mystic & poet Kabir with music, literature and discourse. Included in the programme is a plethora of classical and folk music, talks, live-art demonstrations, the characteristic Kabira boat rides, a delectable local food journey […]Read More
Team L&M Do you love watching Ramlila but are afraid of going into the public considering the pandemic? Or is it that the open places bother you due to weather condition and the general cacophony associated with these. Worry not. This time you can watch the Broadway style Ramlila within the secure and air-conditioned environs […]Read More
Team L&M Chhattisgarh is set to launch its ambitious Ram Van Gaman Path Tourist Circuit on October 7, marking the first day of Navratri. This unique initiative aims to boost religious tourism in Chhattisgarh while preserving the cultural and spiritual legacy of Lord Rama. A Journey Through Lord Ram’s Exile According to mythology, Lord Rama, […]Read More
Rajkumari Sharma Tankha Starting October 15, Six Senses Fort Barwara opens its grand doors to guests, offering a unique blend of history, luxury, and wellness. Located near Sawai Madhopur, this 700-year-old fort has been meticulously restored over a decade by architects and heritage conservationists. Once known as Fort Barwara, the property has been transformed into […]Read More