Every body – from individuals to the nations have a few very special dates that touches not only them but everybody related. Of the three dates that India celebrates, there are more than one reason to celebrate January the 26th. As we celebrate the 60th anniversary of republic India, the significance of January 26th goes much farther in the history. Continue reading
The Indian Nation
the birthplace of human speech, the mother of history, grandmother of legend, and great grand mother of tradition
“India conqured and dominated China culturally for 20 centuries without ever having to send a single soldier across her border.”
by Hu Shih former ambassador of China to USA
by Hu Shih former ambassador of China to USA
January 26, 2010
November 15, 2009
A beautiful song by Gurudev Rabindra Nath Tagore, the author of our beloved national anthem. The song is directed to the almighty to grant blessing to our country to transform in a model country where the mind is without fear and the head is held high. Continue reading
November 4, 2009
We are on the verge of witnessing a moment which will re-write the History of Internet. It will rightly be referred as the Biggest Change to Internet since its inception about four decades ago. And their is a share of India in this change. Are we ready to take the pride? Continue reading
October 2, 2009
On his 140th anniversary, as the nation remembers her Father of Nation, we try to take out a few leafs from his life just before and after Independence. His contribution post independence seem much bigger than his role as the Indian leader of Independence. Continue reading
August 26, 2009
Jana-Gana-Mana …, with these words India stands still; the words infuses a new spirit in the veins of every Indian and the vibration can be felt long after the anthem completes. Yet an unfortunate controversy clouds the nation anthem and keeps coming up. Here is the true story behind the controversy.
The story of National Anthem, its creation and selection is quite fascinating and has a history of controversy and debate. Often the story is presented in a bad light which is both misleading and de-glorifying our national anthem. Here is the true story… Continue reading
August 15, 2009
At the stroke of the midnight, as Independent India celebarates its 62nd birthday, we play here few selected songs in her praise. The selection includes Vandemataram, Hum Karen Rashtra Aradhan, Jahan Daal Daal Par sone ki Chidian, Bharat Ka Rahane wala hoon... Continue reading
July 31, 2009
Vandemataram (वन्देमातरम) is a hymn praising the glory of our mother land India, Its rich and varied heritage, and our dedication. It was the national call for freedom and the most loved songs of all. It is voted second all time greatest song internationally by BBC. It has a very interesting story and a wonderful meaning as translated by none other than Sri Aurobindo. Continue reading
July 28, 2009
Vandemataram, the national song of India, played a very prominent role in India's struggle for freedom in the twentieth century. It continued to inspire generations of freedom fighters who lived and died chanting the mystical word. It terrified the British government so much that at one point of time they tried their best to suppress it by imposing bans and imprisonments. In 2003, Vandemataram was voted as second all time most popular songs from a huge participation of 155 countries (including islands) and 7000 songs. Here is the fascinating story of our national song – its origin, significance, controversies and legacy. Continue reading
July 22, 2009
The Preamble of Indian consitution lays down the basic objectives and motivations that are the guiding force for Indian constitution and thus the governance of India. Starting with We the people of India ... emphasises the source from which it dervies it opportunity. Continue reading
June 2, 2009
October 2, 2005. India celberates the 136th birth anniversary of the Father of Nation. Indian news papers ones again runs debate on weather Gandhi is still relevent? And quite a few answers said no. Lets take a look at Gandhi and his relevence. Continue reading