She was a girl with captivating looks and great virtues whom every God and demon desired. But destiny landed her somewhere else, whether for her sinful acts or the undesirable acts of the men associated with her life. Her character, who bridges mythology and modernity, has a wide range of interpretations that are indeed considerable.

Nur Jahan, one of the most powerful women in Mughal history, was a lady of bewitching beauty and incomparable intelligence. Jahangir's most adored and trusted wife, who single-handedly rescued him from the clutches of a rebellious ruler, Mabahat Khan, with her cunning plan and physical strength. Nur Jahan's influence during the Mughal reign is a story worth remembering.

One of the most lovable navratnas of Akbar's court. Abul Fazl was a great scholar and advisor. A great writer who produced some of the best works like Insha-i-Abul-Fazl, Ruqa'at, and the Akbarnama. His contribution can never be overlooked when we talk about Akbar's nine gems.

Strolling down from the banks of the North Koel River, deep into the heart of the forest, you will come across two ruined forts that have stood there for centuries. Its corroded brown walls have seen so many mighty rulers who once ruled the place. Despite being fenced on three sides with three huge gates, it has failed to trap the history of the place that shouts its valiance.

I feel that having a sweet tooth is a blessing. An endless list of various deserts awaits you. Just think of the thousands of Indian sweets you are exposed to. One such sweet is Barfi, one of those dishes that has never been left off of an Indian Mithai menu. So let's go on discovering this delicious dessert, Barfi.

If you are a non-vegetarian, just the word "chicken" will make your mouth water, and if the word " tandoori" comes before it, then your taste buds will start tingling. Its iconic tangy taste has brought tandoori chicken from history to modern-day menus. The mild red chicken, with its mouthwatering, succulent, smokey flavours, is always ready to satisfy your tastes and tummies.

For decades, India has attracted many travellers; maybe its culture and heritage have fascinated them to a great extent. India gave them so much to explore, and in return, they penned down some scripts that have linked the modern world with the ancient. Duarte Barbosa, Domingo Paes, and Fernao Nuniz are among the travellers who have documented the Vijayanagara Empire, which has revealed much about its history.

Do you remember the Malayalam movie Jallikattu? It was India's first formal nomination for the Oscar Awards in 2021. It was a proud moment, but did your mind wander to wanting to learn more about this bull-taming game? Jallikattu is a real game rooted in the Indian subcontinent that has fascinated everyone.

Love stories are always fascinating, be they modern or ancient ones. One such tale is mentioned in 'A Kingdom for His Love', a collaboration of Vani Mahesh and Shinie Antony, and originally a play written by Bhasa. The story of Prince Udayana, who fell in love with the princess of the rival kingdom, Vasavadatta. This story is considered a charming example of a traditional love tale.

There are many captivating love stories in our mythology. Beginning with Krishna Radha and Ram-Sita, the list goes on forever. Some are very famous, while some have remained trapped in the ancient pages and are not very popular. One such love story is that of Hemachuda and Hemalekhaekha. Their love story lives on in the pages of Tripura Rahasya.