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The Mubarakpur Saree in the Digital Age: Can e-commerce bypass traditional barriers?
An age-old saree weaving tradition is also one area brutally affected by the US-driven tariff war with India
Punjab’s Robinhood Dulla Bhatti: Why Lohri is celebrated
Every Lohri, Punjabis sing the songs of Dulla Bhatti and build a bonfire for the community. The story behind this is complex, endearing, and dates back to the legend of India’s very own Robinhood.
One Country, Many New Years
As we enter the year 2020, let us explore the unique New Year traditions across different parts of India and appreciate the strength of our diversity.
Christmas is a Seven-Point Star
A reflection for Christmas 2019 and the times to follow
The Language of Hate – BHU students protest Muslim Sanskrit teacher
As we watch yet another pointless controversy unfold with a handful of BHU students protesting the appointment of a Muslim teacher in the Sanskrit department, we have to question the big picture.The brighter side is the larger number of students who came out in Prof Khan’s support
Build Peace and Friendship on the Foundation of Kartarpur
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Assamese Gamosa gets international recognition, granted GI Tag
The traditional Assamese scarf known as ‘Gamosa’ has been granted a Geographical Indications (GI) tag.
‘Indians Less Charitable Than Asian Counterparts’
Mumbai: India ranked 82nd among 128 countries for generosity...
On 550th Birth Anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji- Hope, Faith live on
With the opening of the Kartarpur corridor on this auspicious occasion, many Sikhs’ prayers have been answered.
Bengal’s Syncretism: Hindus & Muslims share worship of Satya Pir
Worshipped by Hindus as Satya Narayana, the legend of Satya Pir is syncretic
Movies that make you think: A Regular Woman & Aise Hee
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