Tribute to the Legendary Dancer

- January 17, 2022


83-year-old legendary Kathak dancer and Padma Vibhushan awardee Birju Maharaj, passed away in the early hours of January 17, 2022. Born as Brij Mohan Nath Mishra, on 4 February, 1937, he was known for his perfect rhythm, expressive abhinaya and for developing a unique dancing style. Birju Maharaj was the recipient of numerous awards in his lifetime, including the Padma Vibhushan in 1986.

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The Naval Journey of India Book I

This book is the first of a three-book series that takes a deep and detailed look at India's Naval History and a deep insight into the lives of our men and women in white. But any series on the Indian Navy has to start at the very beginning - exploring India's celebrated maritime history. Join our little hero, Bharat, and his grandfather, Commodore Sagar, as they sail into the deep blue waters of time. Book I of The Naval Journey of India takes a sweeping look at India's maritime endeavours, how the seas impacted us over millennia and how the oceans made us who we are.

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