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
“If there is one place on the face of the earth where all the dreams of the living men have found a home from the very earliest days when began the dream of existence, It is India.”
by Romain Rolland
by Romain Rolland
January 26, 2010
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