The nights are getting smoggier every other day. It is the last day of the Kartik month. Mother Nature heaved a gush of wind, reminding us once again, that it is time for us to let our windows shut close. Northern winds are on their way. However, the festive lights haven’t gone out yet. Walking… Continue reading Kartikeya: The six-headed youthful warrior and the God of endless wonders
The morning of Ashwin (the month of autumn) glints, encompassing the Earth with humming chants of a Woman; the invincible, the nature who is determined to resurrect this Universe from the clutches of evil and restore happiness and peace among her devotees. The woman is none other than Goddess Durga, in honour to whom the… Continue reading Durga Puja: the Festival of Happiness and Life
As the crow caws, promulgating the beginning of another day, every house of Bengalis reverberates with the similar holy Chandipath, transmitted from the static frequencies of dingy radios. With the chantings, the autumnal dawn ululates with the prime time of Mahalaya, announcing the arrival of our Maa, goddess Durga. On this auspicious day of Mahalaya… Continue reading Mahalaya Magic: Unveiling the Mystique of Devi’s Arrival
Introduction Art has the extraordinary power to transcend boundaries and cultures, serving as a universal language that speaks to the soul. One artist who has masterfully woven this universal thread into his works is the renowned Indian artist, Manu Parekh. With a career spanning several decades, Parekh’s art has not only been a visual feast… Continue reading Manu Parekh: Bridging Cultures Through Art-A Journey and a Documentary
The significance of Rathayatra in Bengal: Rathayatra, meaning “chariot procession,” is a festival deeply rooted in Hindu mythology and worship. It celebrates the divine journey of Lord Jagannath, accompanied by his siblings Balabhadra and Subhadra, in lavishly adorned chariots. In Bengal, Rathayatra holds immense significance, particularly in the cities of Kolkata, Puri, and several other… Continue reading The Grandeur of Late 19th century Rathayatra Celebration in Bengal