Concrete Poetry: Le Corbusier’s Bas-Reliefs
byLe Corbusier, born Charles-Édouard Jeanneret in 1887, stands as one of the 20th century’s most influential architects, whose radical visions reshaped urban landscapes and…
Culture
Himachal Artists Masterpiece To Showcase In Paris
byKullu : Rich cultural and religious art of Himachal Pradesh is to be exhibited on a global platform where well known artist Deep Dhananjay…
Heritage in Dispute: Pierre Jeanneret’s Iconic Furniture in Chandigarh
byPierre Jeanneret, the Swiss-born French architect whose name is synonymous with the modernist transformation of Chandigarh, left an indelible mark through buildings and his…
The Mosaic of My Inheritance
byEvery year, Shraddh invites us to pause—not only to honour our ancestors, but to reflect on the lives that shaped us. For me, these…
The Eternal Banyan: Punjab’s First Biodiversity Heritage Site
byIn the tranquil village of Cholti Kheri, nestled within Punjab’s Fatehgarh Sahib district, stands a natural wonder that has silently observed centuries of history…
Vanishing Cultures of Himachal – Part 1 Kotgarhi: The Pahari Language of Ilaqa Kotgarh
by1. Introduction The rich, centuries-old cultures of the hills of Himachal Pradesh are vanishing at an alarming rate. While much of this heritage has…
Shaadi Mein Zaroor Aana — But What Kind?
byHave you received three wedding invites already this year, plus two save-the-dates for early 2026?? I don’t envy you one bit. As a North…
Kuka Martyrs’ Memorial: Honouring India’s Freedom Fighters
byThe Kuka Martyrs’ Memorial, also known as the Namdhari Shaheedi Smarak, in Malerkotla, Punjab, is a poignant tribute to the 66 Namdhari Sikhs executed…
Ram Sutar: Crafting India’s Heritage for a Century
byIndia takes immense pride in celebrating the extraordinary creative journey of Ram Sutar, a living legend whose monumental sculptures have profoundly shaped the…
When War Strikes: Architecture Falls First, Lives Follow
byWhen war strikes, architecture—buildings, homes, and cultural landmarks—falls first before human lives become the grim focus. This relentless destruction tears societies apart, turning vibrant…