India’s Buddhist Trail Gets a 2025 Makeover – Here’s What Changed

The spiritual landscape of India is witnessing a quiet revolution. While millions flock to the famous Buddhist circuit covering Bodh Gaya, Sarnath, and Kushinagar, something remarkable is happening along the eastern coast of Andhra Pradesh. The state’s ancient Buddhist heritage sites are finally getting the attention they deserve, and 2025 marks a turning point in … Read more

Villages and Towns in Badgam

Badgam district villages. Beautiful mountains and a lake visible in this scene.

According to 2011 census of India, Badgam district has 474 villages and rural localities, out of which 12 rural localities are uninhabited. The district is also spelled as Budgam. Total population of this district is 753745. The villages of Badgam are surrounded by lush meadows, apple orchards, and snow-capped mountains, offering a glimpse into the … Read more

Historians Just Found Dutch Colonial Ruins in Bengal – No One Knew These Ever Exit

The discovery of forgotten Dutch colonial ruins in Bengal has opened a fascinating new chapter in India’s history. Hidden for centuries under layers of earth and vegetation, these remains are helping historians understand a part of Bengal’s past that was almost lost. This discovery shines light on a time when European traders competed for power, … Read more

Women Storytellers and Healers in Rural Malda

In the rural heartland of Malda lies a lesser-known but vital tradition: the legacy of women storytellers and traditional healers. These women, often from ordinary village households, have served as the oral historians, herbalists, midwives, and spiritual guides of their communities for generations. In a world increasingly dominated by digital media and modern medicine, the … Read more

Lost Temples of Inner Bankura: Forgotten Shrines in Villages

Bankura, a district in the western part of West Bengal, is known for its rich tribal culture, terracotta temples, and scenic hills. While sites like Bishnupur are famous for their terracotta temple architecture, the remote interior villages of Bankura hide numerous forgotten temples, many in ruins, some still used for worship, and others lost in … Read more

Myths and Ghost Stories of Murshidabad Palaces

Murshidabad, the former capital of Bengal Subah under the Mughals, is known for its grand palaces, sprawling gardens, and a rich history. But beneath this regal beauty lies a mysterious and eerie side, tales of hauntings, whispers of curses, and ghost stories that have survived generations. This article explores the haunted heritage of Murshidabad, revealing … Read more

Ancient Pathshalas and Vedic Schools of Nabadwip

Before British rule introduced formal Western education in Bengal, the town of Nabadwip in Nadia district stood as a prestigious center of Hindu learning and Vedic scholarship. Revered as the “Oxford of Bengal,” Nabadwip attracted scholars, theologians, and students from across India to its pathshalas (traditional schools) and tole systems, which focused on Sanskrit, logic, … Read more

Basic Needs of Rural Areas of Indian Sub-Continent

Rural areas and villages form the backbone of many countries, especially in developing nations like Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh. Despite being rich in natural resources, cultural heritage, and traditional values, these regions often suffer from neglect and lack of infrastructure. Understanding their basic needs and identifying practical ways to resolve their problems is crucial for … Read more