Nourishing Night
Here’s a poem, by Arun, in the tradition of the Romantics, wherein the poet’s love for the night, in Different Truths, is invigorating. The myriad conversations I hold with...
Of Udaipur, Padmavati Controversy and Yummy Laal Maans, a Rajasthani Dish
Sarika takes us through enchanting Udaipur, its palaces, and forts, the many tales of valour, the controversy surrounding a film, Padmavati. She shares a yummy Rajasthani cuisine, Laal Maans,...
Focus: How Proverbs Shape Speech, Beliefs, and Behaviour
Ruchira opines that proverbs embody a nation’s cultural soul, weaving wisdom, humour, and philosophy into daily life, shaping speech, values, and traditions, for Different Truths. Proverbs: An inalienable part...
A Spoonful of Love: Trying the Soul-Satisfying Gulkand Rabri
Sarika reminisces that growing up in Assam, paan was a cherished tradition. This recipe for Gulkand Rabri, inspired by its sweet nostalgia, offers a taste of home and joy,...
Love for Quirks: Exploring the Eccentric World of Indian Nicknames
Ruchira states that Indian naming traditions combine cultural significance, divine references, and quirky nicknames to showcase a diverse array of societal values, exclusively for Different Truths. When it comes...
Unveiling the Secrets of Miniature Painting: Techniques and Traditions
Monika discusses miniature painting, a centuries-old art form with intricate detail and vibrant hues, spanning Persian courts to Indian palaces, exclusively for Different Truths. The famous Persian poet Ferdowsi...
Mahakumbh 2025: A Fusion of Tradition, Technology, and Spirituality
Ram Krishna elucidates the Mahakumbh Mela experience that transcends religion, fostering faith, tradition, and cultural exchange exclusively for Different Truths. For millions, taking a dip in the holy waters...
Love Across Borders: A Family’s Journey in Time and Traditions—Part Two
Azam’s memoir explores the complexities of partition, highlighting loss, reunion, cultural exchange, and the power of human connection in a family’s journey across borders, exclusively for Different Truths. Bad-dad...
The Tyranny of Tradition: Love to Hate Mashima’s Weird Rules
Sohini’s humorous account of Mashima, an eccentric godmother, influenced their lives with her unique blend of love, tyranny, and unsolicited advice, exclusively for Different Truths. The soi distant Godmother, Bengal´s pride—our...
Two Songs: A Tribute to Tagore
Prof. Sonjoy Dutta-RoyProf Sonjoy Dutta Roy retired as Professor/Head, Department of English, Dean of Arts, and Coordinator of Centres for Theatre/Films and Media Studies at the University of Allahabad....