The National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), remains the largest political coalition in India. As of 20 November 2025, the alliance governs 21 states and Union Territories combined, out of…
Q1. Who are the Parsis? The Parsis are followers of Zoroastrianism, one of the world’s oldest monotheistic religions founded by the prophet Zarathustra (Zoroaster) in ancient Persia. After the Arab conquest of Iran in the…
Nitish Kumar stands as one of India’s most seasoned and adaptive political leaders. Few in modern Indian politics have taken oath as Chief Minister as many times as he has. With his 10th oath on…
The story of Angulimal is one of the most powerful tales of transformation in Indian and Buddhist history. It shows how even the most violent and feared criminal can change completely through compassion and inner…
Pandit Laxmi Chand (1903–1945) remains one of the most celebrated figures in the cultural history of Haryana. Popularly known as “Surya Kavi,” he is remembered not only as a brilliant poet but also as a…
The Mamita Dance is one of the most vibrant and culturally significant folk dances of Tripura, performed predominantly by the Tripuri (Tipra) community. Deeply rooted in agrarian life, the dance is closely associated with the…
Nestled in the serene heights of the Garhwal Himalayas, Shri Siddhapeeth Kunjapuri stands as one of the most revered spiritual destinations of Uttarakhand. Located at an elevation of about 1,650 meters, this ancient temple of…
Batukeshwar Dutt stands as one of the most courageous yet relatively unsung heroes of India’s freedom struggle. While names like Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Chandrashekhar Azad dominate the mainstream narrative of revolutionary nationalism, Dutt’s role…
The Hornbill Festival is one of India’s most spectacular cultural celebrations, held every year from 1st to 10th December at Kisama Heritage Village near Kohima, Nagaland. Often called the “Festival of Festivals,” it brings together…
Cyber slavery has emerged as one of the most alarming forms of modern slavery—a dangerous combination of human trafficking, forced labour, digital fraud, and organised crime. While the term may sound like something from a…