The Toda tribe residing in the Nilgiris Hills of Tamil Nadu, celebrated their traditional 'Modhweth' festival to mark the New Year.
It is one of the oldest ethnic groups residing in the Nilgiris Hills in Tamil Nadu, divided into five clans, namely: Paiki, Pekkan, Kuttan, Kenna and Todi.
They have their own language, without a script.
Their community is divided into two endogamous groups, namely Tharthazoll and Theveioll.
To maintain the social harmony or solidarity among the Toda tribal population of Todas are controlled for many generations by their own traditional Government called 'Noim'.
Jan 11, 2025
Art from Indonesia, Idols from Fiji: Exhibition at Diaspora Event Portrays Ramayana's Cross-borde...
A life-size piñata of Ravan procured from Mexico; a Ravanhatta, the musical instrument said to be played by the mythological figure, brought from Sri Lanka; Ramayana puppets and paintings from Indonesia; and idols of Ram and Hanuman from Fiji.
An exhibition at the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas convention in Bhubaneswar attempts to showcase the Hindu epic Ramayana to the Indian diaspora to remind them of a shared cultural legacy.
The exhibition — Vishwaroop Ram: The Universal Legacy of Ramayana — portrays Ram as the Maryada Purushottam or the 'ideal man' who continues to represent the essence of true heroism while idols of Lord Ram, Laxman and Sita are on display.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also visited the exhibition that tells the story about the influence of the Ramayana on art, culture and spirituality across the world through a diverse collection of artefacts from countries inspired by the epic's narrative, characters and events.
Jan 10, 2025
After Ram Temple, another Landmark for Ayodhya in Pipeline: Ram Katha Museum
A hologram that brings Lord Ram to life, an immersive journey into the events of the Ramayana, and a section that chronicles the 200-year-long Ram Temple movement. Days ahead of the first anniversary of Ram Mandir's inauguration, a plan has been firmed up for another landmark in Ayodhya — the Ram Katha Museum, which will be housed at the erstwhile sangrahalaya (archives) building, 4 kilometres from the temple site.
The museum, which will also showcase the findings from archaeological excavations to offer "concrete evidence of the temple's ancient roots", will span over 40,000 square feet and become the second-largest attraction in Ayodhya once completed.
Jan 09, 2025
Historic Moon Artifact Donated to Frontiers of Flight Museum
A significant piece of aviation history is set to be displayed at the Frontiers of Flight Museum in Dallas, United States. Neil Armstrong's family donated a fragment of the original Wright Flyer fabric, which was flown at Kitty Hawk in 1903 and later carried by Armstrong during the Apollo 11 mission in 1969. This artifact will be unveiled on October 2, 2025, serving as a testament to the evolution of flight from the Wright brothers' first powered flight to humanity's first steps on the Moon.
The artifact is a small piece of fabric from the left wing of the Wright Flyer, the first powered airplane to achieve sustained flight in 1903.
Neil Armstrong carried this fabric fragment during the Apollo 11 mission, symbolising the connection between early aviation pioneers and the monumental achievements of space exploration.
Jan 07, 2025
Tamil Nadu CM Announces $1 Million Prize for Deciphering Indus Valley Script
In an announcement marking the centenary of the discovery of the Indus Valley Civilisation, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin pledged a $1 million prize for experts or organisations that succeed in deciphering the mysterious Indus Valley script. Speaking at a three-day International Conference in Chennai, the Chief Minister highlighted the importance of unravelling this ancient script and reaffirmed Tamil Nadu's commitment to supporting research and archaeological endeavours.
The Indus Valley Civilisation, discovered by Sir John Marshall, is a turning point in historical studies, challenging previous notions about the origins of Indian civilisation.
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