India: Music as an Expression of Soft Power
The annual Chennai Music Season is a prime driver by which India’s sophisticated musical tradition influences culture on a global […]
A Palace of Tamil Devotional Poetry
Discover this unique Sri Lankan shrine with 108 Sivalingams paying homage to the 658 holy hymns of Saint Manikkavasagar’s renowned
Insight: Seven Bhakti Saints Of North India
From uncounted spiritual poets, we examine the life, language and works of a few By Lakshmi Chandrashekar Subramanian Before we
Arts & Crafts: Artisans Reign at the Dilli Haat Exhibit
Each year Jaya Jaitly assembles a crafts bazaar in Delhi that charms the world BY DIMPLE KAUL, NEW DELHI IN JANUARY 2019, TEAM
Dance As Worship: Experiencing Theyyam
Kerala is home to an ancient dance form featuring deliriously elaborate costume design and choreography—all offered to God as a
Tribute to a Preeminent Teacher
In Canada, Priyamvada Sankar is passing along the heritage of Bharatanatyam dance tied to a deep appreciation for Hinduism and
Exploring India’s Miniature Painting Tradition
Exploring India’s Miniature Painting Tradition Our Chandigarh artist reveals the tremendous teamwork and discipline needed to create the miniatures that have
Y.G. Srimati, an Unsung Hero Honored
The Met showcases a Chennai artist who flourished in New York City By Lavina Melwani, New York When Y.G. Srimati
Dancing for Lords Ganesha and Siva
Two sisters from Arizona fly to Hawaii for a single purpose: to offer their loving talents to the temple Deities
Tattoos Of Devotion & Defiance
A snapshot of the Ramnamis, who for decades have taken on full-body tattoos in protest of prejudice Reuters, Adnan Abidi