Art & Craft

Nestled amidst the lush forests and rich cultural heritage of Madhya Pradesh, the Saila dance is a cherished tradition of the tribal communities, particularly...

The Essence of Dhokra ShilpDhokra Shilp, a traditional non-ferrous metal casting craft, is a vibrant expression of Madhya Pradesh’s rich tribal heritage. Practiced widely...

Can you balance a pot on your head?Most would say "No" or hesitate to try — but for the women of Malwa, it’s not...

We all live in the lap of nature, surrounded by its beauty and mystery. Yet, there are corners of the natural world—remote, rugged, or...

Have you ever stepped onto a carpet so breathtaking it feels like walking through the halls of a grand palace, its intricate patterns and...

The Power of Banana stemIn Burhanpur, women associated with self-help groups are extracting fiber from banana stem and turning it into a wide range...

Origin and rootsThe Chanderi sari, a hallmark of Indian textile heritage, traces its origins to the ancient town of Chanderi in Madhya Pradesh,...

Sikar, a vibrant city in the heart of Rajasthan’s Shekhawati region, is not only known for its grand havelis and frescoes but also for...

Baiga art is a captivating and intricate artistic technique. Through this vibrant art form, Baiga artists vividly depict themes of everyday life, nature, and...

Jaipur-situated City Palace' Sabha Niwas is now serving as a dynamic gallery for public which showcases Jaipur’s princely culture and rich courtly traditions. Housed...

The walls of our homes often remain the most underutilised spaces in interior design. We hang a picture here, maybe mount a television there,...

Beneath the rustling canopy of Madhya Pradesh’s Satna and Mandla, where the earth gifts resilient Munja grass and delicate Kaas grass, a quiet revolution...

By Anjali SolankiMaheshwari handlooms trace their origin to Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar, the revered 18th-century ruler of the Holkar dynasty of Indore, whose visionary leadership...

The iconic Bhand Deora Temple in Rajasthan’s Baran district—popularly known as ‘Mini Khajuraho’ for its striking architectural resemblance to the world-famous Khajuraho temples—is set...

In the culturally rich city of Prayagraj, where the Ganges and Yamuna converge, a young Shubha Mudgal found her calling amidst the strains of...