The Indian Nation

The 26th January

Vivek — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:30:00 +0000

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.

Where the mind is without fear

Vivek — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 08:55:57 +0000

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.

Internet and Hindi

Vivek — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:17:40 +0000

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?

A Date With Mahatma Gandhi

Vivek — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 11:59:48 +0000

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.

The Story of National Anthem – The controversy

Vivek — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 20:12:02 +0000

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…

Happy Independence Day 2009

Vivek — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 18:30:00 +0000

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...

Vandemataram (वन्देमातरम)

Vivek — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 07:36:00 +0000

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.

The Story of Vande Mataram

Vivek — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 14:28:45 +0000

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.

Preamble of Indian constitution

Vivek — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 17:39:13 +0000

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.

Gandhi Crucified?

Vivek — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:26:52 +0000

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.