The epic story of Mahabharata has been told and retold countless times now. So much so that it has conspicuously become an inseparable part of the Hindu religion. Krishna Dwaipayana Vyasa, the author of Mahabharata, envisioned a united Bharatvarsha. His knowledge of history, astronomy, and the geography of Bharatvarsha got embedded in Mahabharata. An epic filled with thrilling stories from all over Bharatvarsha. Connecting far away places makes Mahabharata an important source of information on t...
Nov 12, 2021•10 min•Season 1Ep. 20
A very happy Diwali to one and all ! Diwali , the festival of lights , is celebrated not only in India, but also now has a global outreach. Laxmi Poojan is one of the important days of Diwali. Known as the goddess of wealth, Laxmi is a representation of coins and currency most likely. Although Goddess Lakshmi is worshiped all over India; she is represented in different forms and is a part of many local stories about her origins. Let's now understand and learn more about the Goddess of Wealth thr...
Nov 09, 2021•14 min
Saraswati was a mighty river that flowed from the mountain to the sea sustaining the lives of the Vedic people. This very reference gives a valuable pointer to Saraswati's geography and the search for the river invariably begins from the Himalayas. Loosely translated to “The Flowing One”, this river eventually flowed out of its existence we must say ! Many researchers, archaeologists, and scientists have studied the Indus Valley remains and have found the remains of this river. Even Satellite im...
Nov 09, 2021•10 min
Music is a universal language. People from different parts of the world listen and admire various types of music. A close friend of music is nature, which itself is a birthgiver of music ! All the notes in music - Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Dha Ni - can be found in nature. In India, along with other sciences, music was also to some extent studied significantly, and was used as a great memory tool to memorize different vedas and shlokas. Well, there is science there as well! The vedic chants we hear nowadays...
Nov 09, 2021•10 min
Temples have been an important place for millions of people across India. Not only limiting the reach to the Indian Subcontinent, Temples can be seen everywhere around the world. The architecture, science, and the glorifying artwork of the temples have always been an attraction to many across the globe.There are minute differences in the temples in each and every region of the country. As one moves across the country, it can be seen that everything changes - including the perspective. Lets now u...
Nov 09, 2021•10 min
Madhava of Sangamagrama, an Indian mathematician from the 14th century, the man who is credited with numerous astronomical and mathematical innovations including infinite series of Pi, inverse tangent, sine and cosine functions. Madhava is the most significant medieval India’s mathematician-astronomer. In this video, we discuss the history and evolution of Mathematics in Kerala and the contribution of a 14th century Mathematician in Kerala to the world of Mathematics. CREATED BY Bhargav Joshi DI...
Nov 09, 2021•10 min
We saw that the Varna system was based on the occupation one had. But what defined someone by birth is the Jati of that person - or put in simple words - the caste. The Caste of someone has been a very fragile topic for many. While someone considers it as a fortune, for someone it is a complete nightmare. But did you know that Caste system was NEVER of Indian Origin? In fact, our Vedas and other important texts definitely speak of all humans being created equal! It was the tyranny of the British...
Nov 09, 2021•11 min
India has one of the biggest data protectors - Sanskrit ! You must be astonished and laughing at the same time ! But this is the truth indeed ! Many of the mathematical principles like Fibonacci Sequence and Pascal's Triangle had been discovered by some great Indian mathematicians before 200 BC. These logics were developed to increase the security of the precious data that was there at that time. Sanskrit prosody or Chandas refers to one of the six Vedangas or limbs of Vedic studies It is the st...
Nov 09, 2021•12 min
Since ancient times, the concept of time and it’s measurement has been of great importance. Time and it’s concept is attached to several cultures and traditions. Each having their own explanation and measurement. In Sanskrit, the word Mahurta is derived from two words - Mahu and rata. Mahu - means the immediate or a moment and Rata - means the order. In Hinduism, it is a tradition among devotees to choose an auspicious time for a good cause like performing a ritual or ceremonies or prayers. CREA...
Nov 09, 2021•7 min
‘Gana’ literally means people, hence Ganpati, the Lord of people. The Pot-bellied God is one of the most celebrated Gods throughout the Hindu Pantheon, because of his moralistic tales, his encouragement for new beginnings and general mischief, it’s easy to see why! Ganpati is best known as the Hindu God of beginnings. He is worshipped before any major enterprise as the destroyer of evils and obstacles. Did you know that Ganpati is also worshipped in Thailand, Bangladesh, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka...
Nov 09, 2021•7 min
The sage who founded the philosophical school of Vaisesika, the one who Pioneered the atomic theory, the originator of the idea of the indestructible nature of matter. It was none other than the great Kanad, the Indian natural scientist and philosopher. His name literally means, ‘atom-eater’. He is estimated to have lived around the 2nd century BCE. He represents the earliest Indian physics. So, let’s dive into the Audio and get to know some more about this great scientist of ancient India. CREA...
Nov 09, 2021•11 min
With one of the most fascinating histories filled with lots of life lessons and teachings, India has been a treasure to the entire world. Be it any field - music,science,literature,geography - India has been always recognized for having its glorious and rich knowledge. While ‘India’ or ‘Hindustan’ have been more modern names to the world, The name ‘Bharat’ is the ‘real’ or ‘flag-bearer’ name of this nation, named after the King Bharat, a name one always finds associated with the epic Mahabharat....
Nov 08, 2021•10 min
Born in the Yadav clan, son of Devki and Vasudev, smuggled across river Yamuna, Lord Krishna. The most beloved God in Indian mythology. The tale of Lord Krishna is totally extra-ordinary, all the adventures as a kid, the pranks he pulled on the people of Vraj. He is believed to be the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Worshipped across several traditions in Hinduism. Krishna is actually derived from a sanskrit word ‘Krsna’ which literally means dark, black and ‘all the attractive’. Let us dive ...
Nov 06, 2021•12 min
A sacred and ancient land where the river meets the sea, once lay a legendary kingdom. A kingdom so grand that it stood as the sole metaphor for grandeur. The city of Dwarka. The kingdom of our beloved God, Lord Krishna. But Is the legend of Dwarka real? What happened to the glorious city of Dwarka? What is the real truth behind the myth of the lost city of Dwarka? The story of the underwater city of Dwarka is filled with myths. The lost city is about to rewrite its own history. CREATED BY Bharg...
Nov 06, 2021•8 min
Mahabharata and Ramayana, one of the well known epics in the world, are believed to have tribes who had Superhumans with some superpowers and super qualities. These people are believed to have come from an extraterrestrial world - sounds weird, doesn’t it ? Many Hindu texts reveal that these tribes were from an Isolated Geographical location from the whole world, and their point of origin was in deep forests or top of mountains. Along with this, many of these also are believed to have originated...
Nov 06, 2021•10 min
Chaos, Yin and Yang, Hiranyagarbha, The Norse legend of Midgard are some of the most popular creation myths that we know. They are generally passed from generation to generation. Creation Myths may have no evidence to prove whether they are wrong or right but they have become the most important part of societies over the millennia. They are the patchwork of myths and stories of every culture across the world. They make us think over some crucial questions like how the world began? They make you ...
Nov 06, 2021•10 min
Every religion has its own philosophy. It is the basis for the beliefs, faith and aim of a particular religion. It defines religion itself. It also explains a lot about the history or the past as well as the future of a particular religion. These philosophy schools also include world views and teachings. Hindu Religion is one of the oldest and most complicated religions of the world. And like every other religion, it encompasses several philosophies. Let us learn more about these philosophies th...
Nov 06, 2021•14 min
1st August marks the Punyatithi of Bal Gangadhar Tilak, one of the most aggressive and intellectually rebellious patriots of the Indian Nation. Tilak is considered to be the father of Indian unrest. He was a highly revered politician who stood for the idea of 'Swarajya'. It earned him the title of Lokmanya. CREATED BY: Bhargav Joshi DIRECTED BY: Ninad Kale WRITTEN BY: Bhargav Joshi RESEARCH AND LITERATURE REVIEW: Bhargav Joshi PRESENTED BY: Bhargav Joshi Parth Ketkar DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY: Par...
Aug 01, 2021•11 min
गुरुर्ब्रह्मा ग्रुरुर्विष्णुः गुरुर्देवो महेश्वरः । गुरुः साक्षात् परं ब्रह्म तस्मै श्री गुरवे नमः ॥ The example of Krishna Dvaipayana teaches us that a Guru can be anyone irrespective of their caste, color, sex, and religion. Let us celebrate this day as Guru Pournima remembering Maharshi Vyas.Guru is the one who doesn’t just educate you but he enlightens you. A Guru is a person who makes you a ‘human’. Krishna Dvaipayana Vyasa, the author of Mahabharata, is revered on the day of Vyasa Purnima ...
Jul 23, 2021•10 min•Season 1Ep. 2
The North Star, aka the Polaris, has become a boon to many travellers in sea as well as on land to find directions in the night. One can easily spot the North Star in the sky, and then go ahead. Fun fact: North Star would be directly over your head if you were at the North Pole! Like every other star, it also has cycles of getting bright and dim, but since the past few decades, it has been getting brighter and brighter. The reason why the Polaris is so important is because the Earth’s axis is di...
Jul 16, 2021•10 min
Manu and Shatroopa, Adam and Eve, Adaam and Havvaa, Adam and Lilith, Ask and Embla, the story of the first couple. Isn’t it interesting how different cultures have different interpretations of the origin story of humankind? They have so many similarities, one, to be sure is the first Man and Woman on Earth. But there are some differences too, like Mayans stories of the origin of humankind have no mention of the first couple. Yes! That is fascinating, isn’t it! Here we bring you the ultimate Firs...
Jul 09, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 1
India has a plethora of tales and legends written in the 18 Puranas of Vedic literature. But are these stories true or are they simply mythical? Do these stories actually convey facts or are these stories nothing more than epic fantasy? This instagram series of photos talk about the tale of Vashishtha and Arundhati and the hidden logic behind that tale. This beautiful tale is associated with astronomical understanding, and tells us that ancient Indian stories convey a deeper philosophical and in...
Jul 02, 2021•6 min
We think we know all about history and its practices, but as it turns out there are several undocumented practices that were in motion and people simply followed them without raising an eyebrow. These historical phenomena serve as a cautionary road map for future human actions and decisions. Ever heard about ‘The Breast Tax’? Yes, this tax was as real as every other humiliating practice. Unfortunately, a very thin file records the journey of this derogatory practice. A legend of Nangeli is said ...
Jun 25, 2021•10 min
Sanskrit is regarded as one of the oldest Indian languages, but did you know that once it was a foreign language? Shocking isn't it? Well to most of us it definitely is, but here we will definitely try to make you all understand why it is so. You might also be wondering why the term ‘Hijacking’ is used for this video! Considering the vast heritage of our land, Sanskrit is definitely one of the earliest flights that took off early in the world and made its place everywhere, one would now say that...
Jun 18, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Mahabharata is one of the greatest epics of ancient India. Divided into 18 Parvas, it has evolved from the earliest version called 'Jaya' having around 8000 verses, which is Vyas's original composition, to the modern version called 'Mahabharata' which has 100,000 verses. It has a plethora of geographical details about various continents, sub-continents, kingdoms, Varshas and Parvatas. Explore the astronomical and geographical facets of Mahabharata through our detailed video on the topic! CREATED...
Jun 11, 2021•9 min
Calendars have become instrumental and important for all of us for a very long time. From tracking the time to managing our daily tasks, calendars have been playing a major role in time management. But apart from this, calendars also do have astronomical importance as well! While so many relate the calendar with the rotation of the sun, one must also understand that the moon and its phases are also important in the aging of the earth, and this has been beautifully put forth by many Indian Astrol...
Jun 04, 2021•10 min
Mondays are always tuff. Do you know that Mondays are also called Somvara? Here Soma means Moon and Vara means Day. And how is Varahmihir, the Hindu astrologer related to the naming of Vara? Did you know that We bring you the astronomical and mathematical origin of Vara. We have also brought you an amazing method to determine a Vara from a specific date from a Georgian calendar. So, check out the video to find out more interesting facts and figures about Vara. CREATED BY Bhargav Joshi DIRECTED B...
May 30, 2021•9 min•Season 4Ep. 6
“Attainment is not only achieved in forests, the salvation of ascetics can be accomplished even in a city; thought and effort are the true means. The forests, badge etc. are only cowards' signs.” - Gautama Buddha Gautama Buddha is the primary figure in Buddhism. Buddha was a monk, a mendicant, a sage, a philosopher, a teacher and a religious leader on whose teachings Buddhism was founded. Buddha Jayanti or Buddha Poornima, the day when Gautama Buddha was born on the full moon day of Vaishakha. C...
May 26, 2021•11 min•Season 3Ep. 2
The moon has been a favourite subject of many poets, painters, authors, writers, and even sculptors! Better known as the satellite of the earth, the moon has been a constant companion and a guide for the travellers traveling in the night time. Apart from this, the moon has been also of utter importance in Indian Astronomy, Indian Astrology and is also viewed as a God by some people in India. Let's explore more about this heavenly body and understand the Indian Astronomical side of the moon. The ...
May 21, 2021•10 min•Season 1Ep. 3
When we generally go through a calendar, the boxes with dates have something written like Tritiya or Chaturthi or Saptami. What does that mean? Why do two days share the same TITHI sometimes? Do Date and Tithi hold the same meaning? Well No, they do not, why? because a Tithi is a lunar day. So, how can one calculate a Tithi? Here are some simple tricks that will help you determine today’s Tithi and some interesting insights on the ancient Indian concept. CREATED BY Bhargav Joshi DIRECTED BY Nina...
May 14, 2021•8 min•Season 1Ep. 4
