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Konnakol Music and Maths
May 1, 2023

“Music in the soul can be heard by the universe”: Konnakol is the art of performing percussion syllables vocally, and often referred to as a "mathematical language" due to the close relationship between the rhythms in Konnakol and mathematical principles

Music and the arts have played a prominent role in the manifestation of Indian culture. Since ancient times Indian music has been associated with religious devotion and been connected to temple rituals and social functions. The origins of Indian music can be traced to the four 'Vedas', an ancient compilation of sacred and religious texts, prayers, hymns, chants, and rituals dedicated to various Gods.
Trojan Elephant
May 1, 2023

"Copyright? Copy RIGHT: Steal ideas, steal facts but do not steal words": Did you know the Greek version of Trojan Horse at Troy from Odyssey was an adaptation of the original Indian version of the Trojan White Elephant from Brihatkatha, a Sanskrit play

You know the Greek version of the Trojan Horse at Troy from Odyssey. But do you know the original Indian version of Trojan Elephant from Brihatkatha, a Sanskrit play?
The Kerala Story
Apr 30, 2023

"The purpose of a storyteller is not to tell you how to think, but to give you questions to think upon”: Vipul Amrutlal Shah's 'The Kerala Story' Trailer shows Thought-Provoking, Hard-Hitting Stories behind 32,000 Women gone missing in Kerala from Koimoi

"Vipul Amrutlal Shah's 'The Kerala Story' Trailer Shows Thought-Provoking, Hard-Hitting Stories Behind the 32,000 Women Going Missing in the Indian Southern State of Kerala" from Koimoi.
Sidnoori tree
Apr 30, 2023

"Symbols are powerful because they are the visible signs of invisible realities": Real Sindoor comes from a tree, a low-height tree that finds mention in our scriptures. Seeds from the tree are crushed to make fine powder and were used by Sita and Hanuman

Did you know | The real Sindoor comes from a tree? This Sidnoori tree (Bixa orellana) is a low-height tree and finds mentioned in our scriptures. Seeds from the tree are crushed to make fine powder which is the original sindoor believed to be used by Sitajee and also Hanumanjee when they were in the forest.
Anji Khad Bridge
Apr 29, 2023

"The bridge between reality and a dream is work": Anji Khad Bridge - An Engineering Marvel took 11 months to ready India’s first cable stayed rail bridge with 96 cables set constructed in the Reasi district of the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir

India's First Cable-Stayed Rail Bridge: An Engineering Marvel. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw today shared a timelapse video of the making of the Anji Khad bridge, which is now ready for use. This is India's first cable-stayed rail bridge, which has 96 cables. The total length of cable strands is 653 km.
Kalinga narthana
Apr 28, 2023

"Words on a page can hypnotize you if the rhythm is right": “Kalinga narthana” literally means “Kalinga dance” in Sanskrit, referring to a legend in which Shri Krishna, as a young boy, danced on the serpent Kaliya to stop him from poisoning Yamuna river

“Kalinga narthana” literally means “Kalinga dance” in Sanskrit, and it refers to a popular mythological story in which the god Krishna, as a young boy, danced on the serpent Kaliya (aka Kalinga) to stop him from poisoning the Yamuna river. 
Kochi Water Metro
Apr 28, 2023

"Did you know you can't steer a boat that isn't moving? Just like a life": India's first water metro system began operations in Kochi, an innovative project that is set to transform the transport system offering a faster and more convenient way to travel

India's first water metro system has recently begun its operations in the city of Kochi, located in the southern state of Kerala. The water metro is a significant addition to the city's public transportation system and will offer a faster and more convenient way for commuters to travel.
Manipuri Raas Leela
Apr 27, 2023

"With every breath, I plant the seeds of devotion, I am a farmer of the heart": Perhaps, Manipuri Raas Leela is the best form of Leela prevailed in India of spiritualism in Vaishnavishm & classical dances based on devotion of Meera of Rajasthan for Krishn

Kangleipak as fondly named during ancient times, Manipur is one of the eight North-Eastern states of India bordering Nagaland, Assam, Mizoram, and Myanmar. Blessed with rich flora and fauna and nestled between valleys, Manipur is a treat for nature and tranquility lovers.
Govindan Aashan
Apr 27, 2023

“The archer is the true weapon; the bow is just a long piece of wood”: Govindan Aashan, an ancient archer and hunter-turned-teacher, hailing from the beautiful district of Wayanad in Kerala is determined to preserve the traditional art of archery

Govindan Aashan, an ancient archer and hunter-turned-teacher, hails from the beautiful district of Wayanad in Kerala. His story is one of dedication, passion, and a commitment to preserving the traditional art of archery.