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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Apr 26, 2023
"Festivals are like a map charting our spiritual progress in God": India is a land of temples and unique rituals, one such followed by devotees in a Karnataka Temple is Agni Keli, symbolizing the victory of good over evil integral to our cultural heritage
India is a land of temples. There are many unique temples here. Some temples have unique rituals. Here is a unique ritual followed by devotees in a Karnataka temple.
Apr 25, 2023
"A horse gallops with his lungs, perseveres with his heart, and wins with his character”: Shubhrak seeing his master in danger became uncontrollable and threw Qutubuddin on the ground, stomped his chest and head with mighty hooves killing him on the spot
Indian history is filled with the chivalry of not only the kings, cavalry, or infantry but also the horses. Yes! Chetak is the one who gained immense respect for his loyalty to his master, Maharana Pratap. But Chetak is not the only example of a valiant animal serving his master. Shubhrak was another such horse that became synonymous with bravery, courage, and fearlessness.
Apr 25, 2023
"Festivals become a family because you start seeing the same people": Chandan Yatra - Like ordinary people, the Holy Trinity also suffers from scorching heat of summer, in a bid to beat the heat, the sibling deities enjoy watersports at Narendra Puskarini
At Jagannath Dhaam Puri, after the world-famous Ratha Yatra (cart festival), the Chandan Yatra is the second most famous festival of Lord Jagannath. This is a festival that takes place for 42 long days and it is one of the famous twelve Yatras of Lord Jagannath.
Apr 24, 2023
"I had a calling to become what I became - I was created to do this": Srinivasa Ramanujan, mathematical genius who knew infinity credited his all formulae to visions of Mahalakshmi, "An equation for me has no meaning, unless it expresses a thought of God"
Mathematics are the result of mysterious powers which no one understands, and which the unconscious recognition of beauty must play an important part. Out of an infinity of designs a mathematician chooses one pattern for beauty’s sake and pulls it down to earth ~ Marston Morse