Poet, Philosopher and Universal Humanist Birth and Family Background Rabindranath Tagore, the fourteenth child of Maharshi Debendranath Tagore and Sarada Devi, was born on 7 May 1861 at Jorasanko, Kolkata. From an early age, he displayed extraordinary creative abilities that would later place him among the greatest cultural figures of the modern world. Education and Vision for Learning Dropping out of […]
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India–Africa Relations: A Renewed Engagement India’s historical relationship with Africa has been revitalized in the 21st century with a focus on functional cooperation. India’s long-standing political support for Africa has been further strengthened through enhanced economic cooperation, including development assistance, functional partnerships, soft loans, and increased private sector investment. First Africa–India Forum Summit, New Delhi […]
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India–Africa Relations: A Renewed Engagement India’s historical relationship with Africa has been revitalized in the 21st century with a focus on functional cooperation. India’s long-standing political support for Africa has been further strengthened through enhanced economic cooperation, including development assistance, functional partnerships, soft loans, and increased private sector investment. First Africa–India Forum Summit, New Delhi (2008) In April 2008, […]
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Harmony of Light, Air and Ornamentation The stone jali, or latticed screen, is one of the most refined architectural elements employed in the design of Rashtrapati Bhavan. Skillfully integrated by Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens, these delicately carved stone screens reflect a successful synthesis of Indian architectural traditions with Western classical planning. Mughal Inspiration and Indian […]
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From Imperial Edifice to Democratic Symbol The Rashtrapati Bhavan, formerly known as the Viceregal Lodge or Viceroy’s House, was conceptualized in 1911 following the Delhi Durbar, under Lord Hardinge, the then Viceroy and Governor General of India. The architectural responsibility was entrusted to Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens, an architect of exceptional originality, ably assisted by […]
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Symbol of Authority and Spiritual Harmony The Central Dome of Rashtrapati Bhavan is its most commanding architectural feature, rising majestically above the building and crowned by the National Tricolour. Conceived by Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens, the dome stands as a powerful visual and symbolic focal point of the former Viceroy’s House, now the official residence […]
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Guardians of the President’s House The gateway to Rashtrapati Bhavan presents an imposing and dignified introduction to the architectural grandeur that lies beyond. The entrance is defined by an intricately designed wrought-iron grille, flanked by massive stone piers, each surmounted by a pair of finely carved sandstone elephant statues and a stone lantern. Together, these […]
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Each year, the Department of Posts issues a special postage stamp on Children’s Day, observed on 14 November, to commemorate the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister and a great advocate of children’s welfare. As part of its efforts to promote environmental awareness among young minds, India Post organized a ‘Design a Stamp’ contest with the theme “Save the Tiger” on 12 December […]
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Each year, the Department of Posts issues a special postage stamp on Children’s Day, observed on 14 November, to commemorate the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister and a great advocate of children’s welfare. As part of its efforts to promote environmental awareness among young minds, India Post organized a ‘Design a Stamp’ contest with the theme “Save the Tiger” on 12 December […]
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Archaeology, while deeply engaged with the human past, is a distinctly modern discipline that promotes a meaningful relationship between society and its heritage. In a country like India, often described as a civilization living simultaneously in multiple centuries, understanding the interaction between past societies and their environment has become more relevant than ever. Archaeology helps foster […]
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