Notes on Culture

This is the first episode of a series analysing the characters of the Mahabharata penned by the legendary DVG about 50 years ago.

A scholarly and aesthetic appreciation of the artistry of the danseuse extraordinaire, Padmabhushan, Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam who fused uncompromising patriotism in her performances.

The first episode of a new series introducing the acclaimed novels of India's national literary giant, Dr. S.L. Bhyrappa.

The unknown folklore of Manasa Devi, the snake-goddess worshipped in the Bhagirathi-Hooghly region about a century ago.

This episode delves into a detailed analysis of DVG's Renunciate Poetry with special emphasis on Daarigara Haadu

Much confusion, debates and distortions have occurred owing to the hundreds of versions and retellings of the Ramayana that have appeared in all Indian (and foreign) languages. This episode begins a d ...

The first part of an introductory series on Indian Epigraphy or the study of inscriptions.