India’s labour landscape has undergone its most significant transformation in independent history with the introduction and partial implementation of the four new labour codes. These codes—Code on Wages (2019), Industrial Relations Code (2020), Code on…
The Mahavidyas, meaning “Great Wisdom Goddesses,” are among the most profound and transformative concepts in the entire Shakta tradition of Hinduism. They represent the ten cosmic expressions of the Divine Mother, each embodying a different…
Among the ten Mahavidyas of Shakta Tantra, few deities embody the intensity and philosophical depth of Maa Chinnamasta. She is one of the most visually striking and symbolically layered forms of the Divine Feminine, revered…
Bhagoria Dance is one of the most joyful, colorful, and culturally significant tribal dances of western Madhya Pradesh, especially associated with the Bhil and Bhilala communities of the Jhabua, Alirajpur, Barwani, and Khargone regions. Deeply…
Dhangari Gaja Dance is one of the most ancient and spiritually significant folk dances of Maharashtra, performed by the Dhangar community, a pastoral tribe known for its deep devotion to Biruba (Birudev)—their guardian deity. This…
Baghmundi Chhau—widely known as Purulia Chhau—is one of India’s most thrilling and visually powerful folk dance traditions. Originating from the Baghmundi region of Purulia district in West Bengal, this dance combines martial arts, acrobatics, dramatic…
Karma Dance is one of the most vibrant, soulful, and culturally significant tribal dances of eastern and central India. Performed mainly by the Oraon, Munda, Ho, Gond, Baiga, and Santali tribes of Jharkhand, Odisha, Chhattisgarh,…
Bihu Dance is one of India’s most energetic and visually captivating folk dances, deeply rooted in the cultural traditions of Assam. Symbolizing joy, fertility, and new beginnings, Bihu is performed primarily during Rongali Bihu, the…
Dalkhai Dance is one of the most vibrant, energetic, and culturally rich folk dances of India, originating from the tribal communities of western Odisha. Performed primarily by the Sambalpuri, Binjhal, Mirdha, Soura, and Oraon tribes,…
Gandharva Vivaha is one of the eight classical forms of Hindu marriage mentioned in the Dharmashastra texts. Unlike other forms that emphasize social approval, ritualistic procedures or family negotiations, Gandharva Vivaha is rooted in mutual…