shivaji

Badshah Miyan from Jaipur is known globally for his innate leheriya art preserved for 700-years. The artist has used his skills to make handmade paper.

“If we are born on this planet and do not help anyone, then will that even qualify as a life well lived? Everyone lives for themselves, but doing something for others gives it a sense of fulfillment.”

"The letter is written in the Modi script (the script that was used to write Marathi) and even has a 'Rajmudra' (royal seal) at the top, making it genuine,"

The vision of Shivaji’s Swaraj would have been long lost in 1660, when General Siddhi Johar laid the siege of Panhalgad to capture the Maratha warrior. But the sacrifice of a barber, Shiva Kashid, foiled Johar’s attempt, saving Shivaji.

While the stories of Shivaji’s reign in Maharashtra have attained an almost-cult like status in India, few know about his childhood days in Bengaluru.

A woman of unflagging courage and spirit, Rani Tarabai Bhonsle of the Marathas left an indelible mark on Indian history. Yet few know her incredible story.

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