Mythical Birds in Legends and Puranas
Read about the majestic birds that have played an integral part in the stories of the Puranas, the epics as well as regional legends of Hindu mythology.
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Lesser-Known Goddesses of Indian Mythology
Take a look at some of the lesser-known goddesses of Indian mythology.
The Ratnas of Samudra Manthan
Several precious items, ratnas, emerged after the churning of the ocean milk which were distributed amongst the Devas, the Asuras and the Sages.
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Navagraha – The Nine Influential Heavenly Bodies
According to Hindu astrology, the Navagraha, which are the nine celestial bodies, influence the lives of the earth dwellers.
Mythology’s Generous Fathers
A look at some of the interesting boons and gifts the divine generous fathers gave to their sons.
The Many Forms of Durga
We celebrate the festival of Navratri in honour of this goddess and her nine avatars.
Dashavatar – The Many Forms of Vishnu
Do you know what the ten avatars of Vishnu are as per the Puranas?
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Lokmanya Tilak
Swaraj is my birthright and I shall have it' -- this clarion call was given by Bal Gangadhar Tilak. He was a towering figure in the Indian Independence movement. A nationalist to the core, he believed strongly that modern education would inculcate patriotism and self-respect in the people. His inspiring speeches and writing landed Tilak in jail several times. But this did not dampen his spirit or will to cast off the yoke of foreign rule from his motherland.
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