Lucknow: There are several motifs that are common to literature of all languages in India, through all the epochs, that are used to signify the same sentiments, from Sangam age in Tamil literature to modern Tamil poetry, from ancient Prakrit poetry to Sanskrit classical poetry. One such motif is the bee that is often addressed by the pining nāyikā (or sometimes the nāyaka) to express one’s longing, almost as if in the hope that the bee, which is free to soar to any place, would convey the message to the…
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Book Fair in Lucknow Witnesses Book Launches Amidst Poetry and Honor
Lucknow: The Lucknow Book Fair, which commenced on March 1 at Ravindralay, Charbagh, is approaching its conclusion. As the fair nears its end, it has witnessed a massive turnout of school and college students, along with avid book lovers. The fair is set to conclude on Sunday. Indian art has always placed significant emphasis on both external beauty and internal aesthetics. Festivals and celebrations hold a special place in the country’s traditions, alongside the rich legacy of sculpture, painting, architecture, dance, and music. This heritage extends to the construction of…
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