Indian weavers with their finesse in Kalamkari traditions have stolen the hearts of the fabric lovers all over the globe with their creative and flourishing styles.
Tuesday, 21 May 2019
Indian weavers with their finesse in Kalamkari traditions have stolen the hearts of the fabric lovers all over the globe with their creative and flourishing styles. Their subjects of embellishments in the form of rich mythological figurines reflect the nation’s prestigious past. The designs speak volumes about the Indian roots. India Imprints encourages this relentless
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The graceful image of ‘Draupadi’ with her sharp-featured face, adorned with an elegant ‘adhivasa’ has a mythological origin.
Monday, 20 May 2019
The graceful image of ‘Draupadi’ with her sharp-featured face, adorned with an elegant ‘adhivasa’ has a mythological origin. Yesterday’s ‘adhivasa’ became today’s ‘dupattas’. From a symbolical representation of modesty to style statement, its prestigious journey is embellished with a wide diversity in fabric and motifs. One such predominant yet unique design is the traditional Dabu
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Immersed in the Elixir of Nirvana, Vesak or Buddha Purnima celebrates the eternal soul and teachings of Lord Budhha.
Saturday, 18 May 2019
Immersed in the Elixir of Nirvana, Vesak or Buddha Purnima celebrates the eternal soul and teachings of Lord Budhha. The enlightenment transcends the minds and spirits of the devotees who worship the spirit of tathagatagarbha. The day envisages a life enriched with the ‘eightfold path’ and the ‘panch sheel’.
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It’s time to celebrate a festival that has a profound philosophical attribute to it.
Saturday, 18 May 2019
It’s time to celebrate a festival that has a profound philosophical attribute to it. “Buddha Purnima” or “Vesak Day” is the joyous celebration of the Birth, Enlightenment and Final Enlightenment attained by Gautam Buddha. It is the day to chant and offer blessings. It marks generosity and the non-attachment it begets. It is the day
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Holiness surrounds the pious land of deities all year long…
Saturday, 18 May 2019
Holiness surrounds the pious land of deities all year long… This saying stands true for our country India with its rich heritage and culture known the world over. The land of Aryans or the first known humans has seen the blooming of many religions, beliefs and spiritualties. One of them is Buddhism which has found
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Dhungri Mela…
Thursday, 16 May 2019
Dhungri Mela… Known as the ‘dev bhumi’ or God’s sacred land, Himachal Pradesh is home to many religious and cultural dignitaries of India. More so, it’s a land of many ancient Gods and Goddesses who graced Mother Earth, but through ‘Himachal’. While it continues to celebrate different festivities all year long, this time the ancient
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The richly woven mythologies and Puranas revolve around strong female figures symbolical of the Indian women in all their poise, glamour, and strength.
Wednesday, 15 May 2019
The richly woven mythologies and Puranas revolve around strong female figures symbolical of the Indian women in all their poise, glamour, and strength. True to its festive self, the country celebrates the birthday of Goddess Hidimba, the wife of Bhima with the rich folklore and signature-style fervour-filled performances of the Kullu Natti folk dance.
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Keeping in touch with India’s inner creative self, unique printing styles like Dabu are being revived through wears and decors.
Wednesday, 15 May 2019
Keeping in touch with India’s inner creative self, unique printing styles like Dabu are being revived through wears and decors. Originating around 675 A.D., this printing style was once in the cradle of Akola, Rajasthan. A steady acknowledgement of Dabu printing with its exclusive designs surfaced as a trending fabric pattern. India’s creative artisans and
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While heat is something to rue for in summers, Indians still find a way to rejoice in their cultural richness.
Monday, 13 May 2019
While heat is something to rue for in summers, Indians still find a way to rejoice in their cultural richness. Like the Thrissur Pooram temple festival in Kerala! Yes, among the widely recognised traditional festivals which are famous for their origin in the most ancient of Indian temples, this festivity’s jubilation is one of its
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Thrissur Pooram is one of the most exhilarating festivals celebrated in Kerala in the month of May or Medam, according to the Malayalam calendar.
Monday, 13 May 2019
Thrissur Pooram is one of the most exhilarating festivals celebrated in Kerala in the month of May or Medam, according to the Malayalam calendar. It includes dazzling parasols and caparisoned elephants enchanted by some mellifluous music. The festivity celebrates the memory of Sakthan Thampuran, the maharaja of Kochi, who was one of the first organisers
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