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Pattachitra, a traditional painting of Odisha
Vijaya Vittala Temple, Hampi
Basilica of Bom Jesus, Goa
Bhangra, a folk dance of Punjab
Ganga aarti at Varanasi
Kutch embroidery (Gujarat)
Sculpture of Shakyamuni Buddha
Kantha embroidery, Bengal
Damaru, a small two-headed drum
Rudra Veena, a classical string instrument
View of the Secretariat buildings during constructions, New Delhi
Kathakali, a dance form of Kerala
Holi, the festival of colours
Musicians playing the been, a wind instrument
Rangoli made using flowers
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15 OCTOBER DR APJ ABDUL KALAM (1931 to 2015)
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, a space scientist and statesman, was born on 15 October 1931 in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu. From selling newspapers at a young age to becoming the 11th President of India, Dr Kalam’s life has been truly inspirational. His association with India’s space and missile development program earned him the name ‘Missile Man.’ Dr Kalam was sworn in as the 11th President of India on 25 July 2002. He was called the “People’s President” because of his erudition and simplicity, and his popularity cut across all age groups. In 2015, the United Nations decided to observe his birthday as ‘World Students’ Day.’ Dr Kalam, the visionary, was also a teacher, scientist, writer, and poet. He was awarded all the top three civilian awards, the last being the highest, the Bharat Ratna, in 1997. Dr APJ Abdul Kalam passed away on 27 July 2015.
Stories
Lord Padmanabha and His Dasas
This story recounts the history of the Padmanabhaswamy Temple and the Royal Family of Travancore associated with it.
The Jagannath Temple - Puri
The Jagannath Temple in Puri is one of the ‘Char Dhams’ in Hindu tradition. It is home to Lord Jagannath, Goddess Subhadra and Lord Balbhadra.
Delhi Durbars
The Delhi Durbars were grand events organised by the Viceroys of India to mark the coronation of Emperors or Empresses of Britain. Hence, these were also known as the Coronation Durbars.
Simla: The Summer Capital
Far from home, the British recreated a ‘little England’ tucked away in the Himalayan foothills. Simla was pulled from obscurity and made the summer Capital of one of England’s largest colonies, India.
Sanchi Monument: A Rediscovery
This story narrates the history of the Sanchi monuments from the time of its discovery by British colonial officials at the beginning of the 19th century.
Gandhi's Satyagraha in Champaran
This story revolves around the oppressive tinkathia system of Indigo cultivation in Champaran and Gandhiji’s Satyagraha to help the peasants.
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