May 21, 2023
"One essential ingredient for being an original in the day of copies is courageous vision": "Musu Musu Hasi Deu" turned Shaan into a household name, but the song was originally sung by a Nepali boy from Darjeeling Norden Tenzing, a Gurkha Regiment soldier
The Hillians are responsible for bringing about a new revolution in the Nepali music world... but it was the Himalayans Band formed by ex-pat Darjeelingey's serving in the 7 GR BFBS in Hong Kong around the 1970s who produced some of the ever-enduring classics.
May 21, 2023
"The truth is incontrovertible. Malice may attack it, ignorance may deride it, but in the end, there it is": Killers Of The Flower Moon to be in theatres this October based on a series of Osage murders during 1920s after oil was discovered on tribal land
"Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI" is a meticulously researched and gripping non-fiction book written by David Grann. Published in 2017, the book unravels a shocking and often overlooked chapter of American history, shedding light on the systematic murders of members of the Osage Nation in the 1920s.
May 20, 2023
“Words have no wings but they can fly a thousand miles“: Justice Ajay Rastogi - "If You decide against the Govt, You will be labeled as an independent judge, if you make a comment against the Govt, everyone including media is happy; this should change"
In a recent statement, Justice Ajay Rastogi highlighted the consequences of making statements against the government and the subsequent reactions from the media. His comments shed light on the delicate balance between free speech, public discourse, and the role of the media in a democratic society. This article explores Justice Rastogi's viewpoint, providing a deeper understanding of the context and implications of his remarks.
May 20, 2023
“A true soldier needs both military and spiritual training”: Note of ₹1 lakh came during the Azad Hind govt of Netaji where there was no picture of Mahatma Gandhi but the picture of Subhash Chandra Bose printed and issued by Azad Hind Bank
During India's struggle for independence, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose emerged as a prominent leader who challenged British colonial rule and fought for India's liberation. One significant aspect of his revolutionary movement was the establishment of the Azad Hind Government, also known as the Provisional Government of Free India.
May 19, 2023
"Remember to celebrate milestones as you prepare for the road ahead": In a significant milestone for India's defense sector, the country's domestic defense production has surpassed the Rs 1 lakh crore mark for the first time ever becoming self-reliant
In a significant milestone for India's defense sector, the country's domestic defense production has surpassed the Rs 1 lakh crore mark for the first time ever. This achievement highlights the growing self-reliance and indigenous capability of India's defense industry, marking a major step towards reducing its dependence on foreign imports and bolstering its national security.
May 18, 2023
"If art is to have a special train, the critic must keep some seats reserved on it": In a momentous event, PM Narendra Modi flagged off Puri-Howrah Vande Bharat Express in Odisha, marking a significant milestone in India's railway infrastructure evolution
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Inaugurates Odisha's Puri-Howrah Vande Bharat Express and Unveils Railway Projects Worth Rs. 8,000 Crore.
May 18, 2023
"Research is formalized curiosity. It is poking and prying with a purpose": Full-sized digital scan of the Titanic, which lies 3,800 m (12,500 ft) down in the Atlantic, has been created using deep-sea mapping, providing a unique 3D view of the entire ship
The wreckage of the RMS Titanic, which sank in the North Atlantic Ocean on April 15, 1912, has been the subject of numerous expeditions, research efforts, and documentaries aimed at uncovering more information about the ship and its tragic fate.
May 18, 2023
"Real museums are places where Time is transformed into Space": PM Modi unveils the Mascot of the International Museum Expo 2023 - a contemporized version of the Dancing girl in Chennapatnam art style to celebrate the 47th International Museum Day
The International Museum Expo 2023 in India is a highly anticipated event that is set to take place at Pragati Maidan, one of the largest exhibition centers in New Delhi. As an international platform for museums, the expo aims to bring together museum professionals, curators, scholars, artists, and enthusiasts from around the world to showcase and explore the rich cultural heritage and advancements in the museum industry.
May 17, 2023
“There are infinite paths that you can take. The one that feels most true is your dharma”: Gayatri Mantra, also referred as “Mother of the Vedas” because it is considered to be the essence of all Vedic knowledge and key to unlocking the spiritual wisdom
The Sanatan Dharma has always indicated the kinetic energy or movable force or the force of action of the universe as Shakti (a feminine Sanskrit term) and the intense variations this force has always been named as a feminine deity, prayed in ‘simple intelligence’ term as goddesses.