Bharathiyar was well-known as a revolutionary freedom fighter and a great poet, but his contribution as…
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Kanda Sashti: The Epic Battle With Soorapadman And The Divine Blessing Of Lord Murugan At Tiruchendur
Today is the Kanda Sashti festival. According to the Kanda Purana, it is the day when…
Veeran Azhagumuthu Kone: The Warrior Who Sent The So-Called ‘Marudhanayagam’ Running
The early part of the 18th century was a confusing period in the history of Tamizhagam.…
Chola Grants: Setting The Record Straight On Brahmadeyas/Chaturvedi Mangalam To Brahmins
One of the most abused subjects (especially of D stocks) is the granting of Brahmadeya/Chaturvedi Mangalam…
The Renewed Legacy Of Nalanda, A Pillar Of Civilizational Knowledge
When Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new campus of Nalanda University in Rajgir, Bihar, he…
The Srirangam Massacre – History That Remained Hidden Over The Centuries
The Panguni Uthiram festival has been celebrated across all temples in Tamil Nadu since ancient times.…
Tamizh Thatha UVe. Saminatha Iyer – The Man Who Revived Ancient Tamil Literature
Tamil literature right from the Sangam & post-Sangam periods was preserved in manuscripts written on palm…
Jallikkattu: An Ancient Tamil Festival Rooted In Sanatana Tradition
Jallikkattu, a traditional ritual performed during the Pongal season in some parts of Tamil Nadu, is…