Keeping up with the royals
For royals, philanthropy is a double-sided coin, which aims at supporting the underprivileged as well as preserving the culture of their princely states.
21st Mar, 2021 Read more...
A woman of many virtues, remembering Jaipur's Maharani Gayatri Devi this International Women's Day!
The Rajmata of Jaipur continues to empower and inspire all women, with her immortal deeds.
Weekend Getaways: Awagarh
Royalty preserved. The royal family of Awagarh has played an important role in restoring the bygone glory, in terms of socio-cultural uplift of the society, of the Rajputs
One fort, many destinies: Priyamvada Singh’s homecoming and the re-becoming of Meja
There was little in terms of life transformation that Priyamvada Singh had assumed while working amidst the hustle and bustle of Mumbai’s media kaleidoscope until she undertook a small homeward break from work.
Portraits for posterity: an intimate look at India’s Maharanis
The book showcases the portrait photography of the royal women of India which functions as socio-historical documents and notes to enquire into gender debates, intricate connection between Indian royal families and colonialism and one’s conceptualisation of the past.
5th Mar, 2021 Read more...
5 rare jewels owned by royal families in India and the kings and queens who wore them
Contrary to popular belief, bijoux-ed necks aren’t a new phenomenon in India. Indian royalty, comprising folx from across the gender spectrum, would flaunt gems bigger than the size of their fists as a part of their everyday ensembles.
28th Feb, 2021 Read more...
Mohena Singh and her incredible flight to stardom
A little girl from the erstwhile kingdom of Rewa in Madhya Pradesh grew up believing that no dream was too big for her to achieve. From the very beginning, she had her heart set on performing arts such as dancing and acting.
Chef Akshraj Jodha, the 14th descendant of Rao Akheraj, presents the cuisine of Akheraj Deolia at this three-day pop-up
Cubbon Pavilion at the ITC Gardenia hosts a special three day pop-up – The Cuisine of Akheraj Deolia that showcases a part of the eclectic Rajasthani fare
How Jaipur’s ruler used gift diplomacy to portray his state as an equal to England
The extravagant presentation by Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh II of Jaipur to the visiting Prince of Wales in February 1876 showcased an artistic kingdom.
Maharani Gayatri Devi's life will now be a drama series
The life of Maharani Gayatri Devi is all set to be adapted into a drama series. The royal was one of the most elegant, independent and modern Maharanis of India.
