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According to Hindu beliefs, the fire and the burning at the cemetery grounds in Banaras liberates one from the everlasting cycle of life and death. Dom Raja Jagdish Chaudhary is the keeper of this sacred flame revered by all Hindus. He offers an insight into his work, which may appall many, but is sealed to become his life and the fate of future generations of his family.
Dr Vishwanath Pandey speaks about the achievements of Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya, a visionary of modern India. Pandit Malaviya, who founded Banaras Hindu University in 1916 and helped Indians become self-reliant and gain self-confidence through his contributions in the field of education. His thoughts and actions changed the course of history in India.
After years of attack and desctruction, Mulagandhakuti Vihara was finally restored in 1931 and adorned with beautiful murals, a two-tonne bell, and a gold-painted Buddha statue amongst other ornaments. This temple in Sarnath is dedicated to the sage and spiritual guru Lord Buddha, on whose profound teachings the religion of Buddhism was formed.
In Hindustani music, a gharana is a system of social organization linking musicians or dancers by lineage or apprenticeship, and by adherence to a particular musical-style. A gharana also indicates a comprehensive musicological ideology which sometimes changes substantially from one gharana to another. This directly affects the thinking, teaching, performance and appreciation of music.
According to Hindu beliefs, the fire and the burning at the cemetery grounds in Banaras liberates one from the everlasting cycle of life and death. Dom Raja Jagdish Chaudhary is the keeper of this sacred flame revered by all Hindus. He offers an insight into his work, which may appall many, but is sealed to become his life and the fate of future generations of his family.
Ganga Aarti is performed every sunset on Dashashwamedh Ghat, the main ghat in Banaras. There are many Hindu legends associated with the ghat, including the most-well known one that Lord Brahma himself constructed the flight of steps to welcome Lord Shiva.
Sant Kabir was one of the most revered saints of his time. His criticism of meaningless rites of initiation in Hinduism and Islam brought about a revolutionary change in Indian society. Both the educated and uneducated are familiar with his teachings and can recite his couplets even today. The legacy Sant Kabir has left behind is commendable and will be remembered for many more years to come.
Born in British India, Krishnamurthy was a philosopher, speaker and writer. His subject matter included psychological revolution, the nature of mind, meditation, inquiry, human relationships, and bringing about radical change in society. Denying allegiance to any nationality, caste, religion, or philosophy, he spent much of his life travelling the world, speaking to large and small groups and individuals.
Truth can sometimes be difficult to believe, especially since its not easily perceptible. One such truth is the existence of Mahavatar Babaji, the deathless guru said to be somewhere between 5000 to 6000 years old. However, several of Babajis disciples are reported to have met him and even described these first-hand accounts in sermons, books, and pictorial illustrations. Many of these devoted disciples mahasamadhi monuments contain sacred soil from Babajis cave. One such disciple is Lahiri Mahasaya.
Many believe that a dead human’s soul is able to find salvation or moksha when cremated at Manikarnika Ghat, one of the oldest ghats in Banaras. Yamraj, the God of Death is prohibited here, and his work of leading lost souls to their final resting place is done by Lord Shiva himself. Thus, Manikarnika Ghat is said to be the Gateway to Heaven”.
Built in 1750 by Kashi Naresh Raja Balwant Singh, Ramnagar Fort is situated on the eastern right bank of the Ganga River, opposite the Banaras Ghats. Its prime and scenic location has made it a popular site amongst both Indians as well as foreign tourists.
Located in Sarnath and commissioned by the great Mauryan king Ashoka in 249 BCE, Dhamek Stupa pays homage to Lord Buddha and his spiritual and philosophical teachings. It is said to beerected at the spot where Buddha spoke for the first time after enlightenment. Surrounded by many astounding architectural sculptures as well as the path which Buddha himself once walked upon, Dhamek Stupa is now a tourist site for people from far and wide, many of them ardent followers of Buddhism and its founder.
With improvements in technology over time, there has been a shift in the production of silk in Banaras. Powerlooms, being more efficient and productive, are being chosen over handlooms to weave the delicate fabric. Silk workers who have been in the trade for long are looking for other means to earn their daily wages as silk weaving does not offer them monetary satisfaction.
Sant Tulsidas may have passed on almost 400 years go, but he has left behind a legacy that is revered by many. A great saint, poet and philosopher, he is renowned for his retelling of Ramcharitmanas in the Awadhi dialect of Hindi, the vernacular language of people of his time. His written works and belongings are preserved in a house on the ghats of Banaras, of which Head Priest Vishambhar Nath Mishra is caretaker.
Baba Kinaram, the founding father of Ancient Aghor, is also believed to be a reincarnation of Lord Shiva. Of the many folklores depicting him, one is a detailed narrative of his initial few days after entry into this world. It is said that after the birth Baba Kinaram neither cried nor suckled at his mother39s breast for three days. After three days when three monks who were believed to be manifestations of Lord Sadashiva - Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh came to visit, they took the newborn in their arms. It was only when they whispered something into Baba Kinaram’s ears that he cried for the first time since birth.
The Indian Army is more than just a government wing or a fighting force that guards our borders. The Indian Army is an emotion, a living chronicle of times, events, and incidents that we have the luxury to forget because they remember. A fierce force that physically binds the nation together, the army itself is a family of several regiments. Some have seen the rise and fall of empires and others which are yet to attain the full vigour of youth. Each regiment has its own history and glorious traditions. Each one has its own identity, values, and morals that bring people from different parts of the country and hold them together in bonds stronger than that of blood. Regiment Diaries is more than a compilation of war stories. It is a tale of the Indian Army unlike any told before. Told by the very men who follow the illustrious feats of their predecessors, Regiment Diaries tells us timeless tales that warm the hearts, moisten the eyes, and leave you in even greater awe of the bravest children of India.
India is a land of lush tropical forests and a wide range of wildlife, right from large predators to small endemic creatures. Home of the majestic Bengal tigers, lithe leopards, and many other such amazing creatures, India offers a wildlife experience that is exhilarating, exciting, and full of surprises. Wilderness Days is a show where Tom Alter takes you across the length and breadth of the country, traversing some of the wildest forests to show you footage of unbelievably close encounters of animals with other animals and with humans in their natural habitats. It is nature in all its fierce and feral glory. A truly unforgettable series, Wilderness Days showcases the best and rawest form of nature from across India and keeps you at the edge of your seat.
In a land where the Emperor reigned supreme, only the selected few would have the power to influence his decisions. Prince Salim was first in line to inherit his father, Akbars throne. Already married to his first wife, Man Bai, Salim was on his way to strengthening the Mughal relations with Rajputana with his second marriage to Jagat Gosini. But amidst the lavish palaces and plush lives of the Mughal royalty, a war was being fought from within. While the kings charted the political climate for the country, the queens ruled that throne at home. Mehrunissa, bright and charismatic, always dreamt of becoming queen and when the invitation came from the pasha begum herself, Mehrunissa joined her team of ladies in waiting. Hereon begins the love story of Salim and Mehrunissa from their first meeting until their coronations as Jehangir and Nur-Jahan. The series interweaves various plot lines from the lives of many historical characters including Akbar, Ruqaiyya Begum, Abul Fazal and many others. Based on the popular book The Twentieth Wife by author Indu Sundaresan, Siyaasat is a story of politics, inter-personal conflicts, sabotage, grandeur, power and above all else, the love between Salim and Mehrunissa, who was Salims twentieth and final wife.
In battles won and wars lost, there are many lives claimed regardless of the victor. Its not easy to face the perils of warfare even as a trained soldier. But not all wars are won on the battlefield and not all soldiers fight in combat. There are those soldiers who are invisible, unhindered, risking their lives and limbs to protect the honor of their king, country, and home. Adrishya makes you experience life from the point of view of Indias greatest spies, living through the danger, the fear, the triumphs and the captures. We see the spys heroic acts through their eyes and follow them as they travel through dangerous landscapes, slip into disguises, and hoodwink enemy soldiers. We become privy to their thoughts as they inch towards fulfilling their mission.
Two friends, Ric Gazarian and Keith King, had heard a great deal about the Mumbai Xpress challenge, one of the top ten adventures in the world as listed by Lonely Planet. When they decided to join it, though, little did they realize that it would turn out to be a journey they would never forget. The challenge takes them on a 2000-kilometer journey in an auto-rickshaw - or tuk tuk, as it is popularly known. They crisscross hills, valleys, beaches, chaotic traffic, and many incredible surprises during this test of their nerves and resolve. Join Ric and Keith on a colourful journey of a lifetime in Hit the Road, India
What we call as Bharat predates time as we know it. When you utter the name, the meaning is not only psychological and social but also is existential and has a power. Bharat has power. This power has to reverberate through everyone’s hearts in this country. In this specially curated series of talks, one of the foremost spiritual thinkers of India Sadhguru explains what makes India, India. He discusses the essence, the spirit, of Bharat - the religious, social, economic, and spiritual core of the country and how they affect and impact every single person living in the country. He covers myriad subjects, from rivers as lifelines to the racial and ethnic identities that make up the population of the country. All this and more on Bharat - Rhythm of a Nation with Sadhguru.
Dive into a world of action, drama, determination and courage while reliving the greatest escape stories of our time in an all new mini-series. The Great Escape.The show is based on true events and takes you on a thrilling ride of the most daring escapes from Indian history. Some of the stories covered in the series include Sushmita Banerjees escape from the Taliban in Afghanistan, Dalai Lamas escape from Tibet, the story of a daring jailbreak by the inmates of a jail in Punjab, and Indian prisoner-of-war Nihal Singh and Ram Chander Yadavs escape from the clutches of the Chinese in the Indo-China war. The mini-series even has some comments from the people who made these exhilarating escapes, including the Dalai Lama himself. Each episode takes you to different locations across varied time periods. The stylizations of those eras, mixed with the thrill of escape keeps you hooked till the end.
The introduction of currency was a key step in the evolution of civilization. As the kingdoms and dynasties across the country rose and fell, they left their mark on the currency they produced. This series explores the coins minted by each kingdom in Indian history and uses stories about the coins to tell the history of the kingdom itself.
Jonathan Legg, the globe-trotter, is back To Jonathan, travelling is quintessentially a quest for unusual, exotic adventures, and often the bizarre side of a destination. Join him as he travels through India in search of exotic and unique experiences moments not found in the mainstream and rutted path of millions, but on the Road Less Travelled.
Saamagri Aur Sampatti is an animated series detailing the journey of various commodities that shaped India’s history through their trade, usage, and spread. The history of a few key commodities for India, such as pepper, silk, coffee, and cotton, are covered in this fascinating 9-episode series.
The characters of Tagores stories spring into life through the cinematic imagination of acclaimed filmmaker, Anurag Basu in Stories By Rabindranath Tagore.Tagores words and Basus vision have amalgamated into a show that transports you back in time to a world as complicated as this one but with far more appeal and beauty.
EPIC India Quiz Challenge is a one-of-a-kind quiz competition in which teams from schools across India will fight for the crown of having the highest ‘IQ’ i.e. India Quotient. The show tests the contestants’ India Quotient, their knowledge of the country- its culture, history, geography, current affairs, and more. Actor Meiyang Chang hosts the show through which children can test their knowledge about India, and at the same time learn more about its fascinating history and culture.
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