India’s ancient perfume legacy meets modern law
Indian perfume history is an unbroken narrative stretching over four millennia, woven into art, ritual, and medicine from the Indus Valley to the Mughal courts
By Brijeshwari Gohil December 04, 2025
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Till debt do us part
The modern Indian wedding is a form of cultural continuity and a performance art that sustains industries and makes love visible on a magnificent scale
By Brijeshwari Gohil November 29, 2025
What India's chairs reveal about its past and present
Indian chair history unveils a fascinating journey from ancient floor traditions to colonial influences, showcasing how local craftsmanship transformed foreign forms
By Brijeshwari Gohil November 20, 2025
Red Fort's enduring legacy: A witness to centuries of history and art
Red Fort, a symbol of India's enduring spirit, continues to stand with dignity, reflecting centuries of history, art, and national identity
By Brijeshwari Gohil November 15, 2025
Can India's crumbling single-screen cinemas find a new life?
Hemant Chaturvedi’s project captures the architectural grandeur and fading public ritual of these iconic halls
By Brijeshwari Gohil November 07, 2025
The Garden as Paradise: A philosophical journey through civilisations
Gardens mirror culture, faith, and humanity's eternal quest for paradise and balance, serving as timeless metaphors for existence
By Brijeshwari Gohil October 31, 2025
Gilded galleries and stolen jewels
The British Museum Ball and the Louvre Heist reveal the paradox of our museums today: they must remain open to thrive, yet that very openness endangers the treasures they hold
By Brijeshwari Gohil October 24, 2025
When the world became the canvas
Art has adapted to changing times and technologies while retaining its essence of human expression and wonder
By Brijeshwari Gohil October 17, 2025
Karwa Chauth: Moonlit devotion and the cinema of love
Karwa Chauth intertwines faith, art, and cinematic storytelling, reflecting timeless commitment under the silver moon
By Brijeshwari Gohil October 11, 2025
Husain, heritage, and the rise of a new cultural order
Indian modern art is getting global recognition, with recent record-breaking auction sales and dedicated museums highlighting its growing influence
By Brijeshwari Gohil October 04, 2025
India’s love affair with cricket
Cricket in India isn't just a game; it's a profound cultural and artistic force, weaving through literature, cinema, music, and art to reflect the nation's dreams, complexities, and evolution
By Brijeshwari Gohil September 27, 2025
Navratri: Dance of the divine
Navratri festival is dedicated to the Divine Feminine, blending ancient mythology with vibrant dances like Garba and Dandiya, and artistic devotion
By Brijeshwari Gohil September 19, 2025
When the past burns: Heritage in the crossfire of violence
Protecting cultural heritage is vital, as they serve as the anchor of identity and the connective tissue between past, present, and future, making their preservation crucial for a people's soul and memory
By Brijeshwari Gohil September 12, 2025
Home: A symbol of safety, belonging, and memory
Art itself can serve as a refuge and a space for discovery, helping us connect with shared human experiences and understand that home, ultimately, might be transcendental
By Brijeshwari Gohil September 04, 2025
The Elephant in Indian art: A symbol of power, wisdom and divinity
Indian elephant's cultural significance is deeply intertwined with urgent conservation challenges, as these revered animals face threats like habitat loss and conflict despite their ancient artistic and spiritual legacy
By Brijeshwari Gohil August 29, 2025