Mandra

Essays

A Voyage into Vijayanagara: The Violation of Sanctity

A Voyage into Vijayanagara: The Violation of Sanctity

For centuries, Kishkinda was a sacred Kshetra, the abode of Hanuman. Its environs birthed the great Hindu Empire of Vijayanagara. Over the last three decades, its sanctity has been almost completely erased.

Saartha and Mandra: Full-Course Meals on History and Music

Saartha and Mandra: Full-Course Meals on History and Music

This episode introduces Dr. S.L. Bhyrappa's maiden historical classic, "Saartha" (Caravan) and this literary musical concert, "Mandra" (the Lowest Pitch). These are works every book-lover and literature aficionado must have in his shelf.