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The Hemis Festival Posted by kunthra on Jun 22, 2010
The Hemis Festival takes place in June, and culminates in a dance dedicated to the reincarnation of Buddha. The festival takes place in Hemis Monastery. Pilgrims flock to the festival because it is believed that watching the performance will bring good luck. The performance consists of a mask dance, where masked dancers dance to…
The Founding Fathers of India Posted by kunthra on Jun 19, 2010
On the twentieth of June, some Indians will be celebrating Father’s Day in India. In honor of Father’s Day, I’ve dedicated a post to a few founding fathers of India. All these founding fathers have one thing in common; they have all contributed to Indian society in one way or another. Probably the most famous…
Indian Football Posted by kunthra on Jun 16, 2010
Unfortunately, India failed to qualify for the World Cup Games 2010 in South Africa. However, that doesn’t mean Indians won’t be glued to the tv set for the next couple of weeks. Football is a game played in almost every Indian school, and almost every male Indian schoolchild has some memory of playing it. Although…
Marriage Law Posted by kunthra on Jun 13, 2010
The Indian government has proposed a new law that would make “irretrievable breakdown of marriage” as a cause of divorce. The new law would make it easier for one party to obtain a divorce without the consent of the other party. This new law is creating a controversy in India, and both proponents and opponents…
Hindi Literature Posted by kunthra on Jun 10, 2010
Hindi literature spans a multitude of genres and themes. For instance, Veer Gatha Kaal (वीरगाथा काल) (1050-1375) is a period in Hindi literature praising the exploits of warriors and gods in epic poetry. Vidyapati Thakur is a famous poet of this period. He’s written poetry about love, Lord Shiva and nature. For instance, Bhakti Kaal (भक्तिकाल) (1375-1700) is…
Cold Treats for the Summer Posted by kunthra on Jun 7, 2010
The summers in India can be unbearable. Here are some cool, Indian treats that can soothe your thirst and be delicious at the same time. Aam panna : is a drink made from green mangoes, sugar and various spices. The drink is light green in color, and is a popular drink to prevent heat strokes…
Indian and South African Ties Posted by kunthra on Jun 4, 2010
South African President Jacob Zuma visited India’s Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on a diplomatic and economic matter. The two countries hope that bilateral trade will stimulate the economies of both countries. India and South Africa share some commonalities like poverty, British colonialism and AIDS. The history of India and South Africa are closely linked. For…