Regal & Royal Udaipur

10 Aug 2023 08:51 AM IST

No place is more beautiful than Udaipur in fall-winter. The generous lake brimming with crystal blue water, the many havelis by its shore, telling a majestic tale of yore and the statuesque City Palace, built by Maharana Udai Singh II of the Sisodia Rajput family as he shifted his capital

To be Good, than Great

03 Aug 2023 09:37 AM IST

As she strode effortlessly in her elegant maroon attire and walked into the room, she looked every bit royal. Belonging to the Nilagiri Princely States of the Orissa States Agency, I had the luck to interview Miss Prakriti Kumari. Humble and polite, she exuded an aura of warmth about herself.

The royal legacy of weaving techniques and timeless textiles

20 Jul 2023 10:57 AM IST

India has one of the world’s oldest textile histories, dating back to prehistoric times. We find references to clothing styles and materials from the Vedic period (1500–800 BCE), which reveal changes and developments in ancient India’s textile history. A weaver in the Rigveda is described as vasovaya, the male weaver

Maharani Radhika Raje Gaekwad: India’s most progressive Maharani

20 Jul 2023 10:53 AM IST

She is called the most beautiful Maharani of this era. People often compare her to the iconic beauty, Maharani Gayatri Devi of Jaipur. She is toasted even by Instagram accounts known for their caustic critiques and she often gets included in juries and panels of relevance. Radhika Raje Gaekwad, the

Maharajas & their Exquisite Jewels

14 Jul 2023 12:59 PM IST

Indian Royalty reeks of affluent adornments and shimmering stones. While the traditional indian culture dictates wearing jewelry a norm, kings and queens gave a new meaning to the usage of precious ornaments.Talking about the Maharajas who not only embraced and promoted their traditional customs, culture and heritage but also showcased

Maharajas & their Exquisite Jewels

14 Jul 2023 00:47 AM IST

Indian Royalty reeks of affluent adornments and shimmering stones. While the traditional indian culture dictates wearing jewelry a norm, kings and queens gave a new meaning to the usage of precious ornaments.Talking about the Maharajas who not only embraced and promoted their traditional customs, culture and heritage but also showcased

A Nawab and Chef: a keeper of history

14 Jul 2023 00:45 AM IST

Fondly called Naved bhai by all, the handsome Nawab of Rampur, Kazim Ali Khan wears many hats. He is a politician who also served as the Minister of Tourism in Uttar Pradesh Government. He loves fashion, not just creating fables through fashion shoots of Laila Majnu and Sohni Mahiwal, but

Art on Textiles: A vintage tale

07 Jul 2023 00:58 AM IST

Royal design and memorabilia motifs are inimitably wound together. One influencing the other in the most endearing way. Especially when it comes to designs that emerge from palace ateliers and studios run by designers with noble lineage. And nothing inspires the Indian nobility more than our rich flora and fauna.

Monarchial Melting Pot: The Diverse Array Of Talents Flourishing In The Royal Realm

07 Jul 2023 00:57 AM IST

Discover the hidden talents of Indian royalties as we delve into the diverse array of skills that flourish within the royal realm. In the world of Indian royalties, there is an air of elegance and grandeur that surrounds them. However, behind the regal facade, lies a realm of hidden talents

A LITERARY EVENT AT NAINITAL

28 Jun 2023 01:00 AM IST

I have known Rani Reena Kumari and her lovely husband Yuvraj Pratap Singh Jhala of Thikana Labhowa for a long time. Besides being successful entrepreneurs, they are also behind the restoration of the Sahaspur Belari House in the heart of Nainital. Beautifully converted into what is now known as Welcomheritage

Headgears of yore: The enduring legacy of paghdis & Marathi phetas

28 Jun 2023 00:59 AM IST

Turbans hold a special place as an integral element in the great Indian treasure trove. Varying in style and design across states and traditions, they are seen as symbols of pride, also serving the purpose of keeping the person wearing the turban protected from the scorching sun. Given that there

Royal Gazette: When two hearts met

15 Jun 2023 00:04 AM IST

It was the season of love and celebration as four blue-blooded young people got engaged to each other, and the Avadh talukdaaris of Pratapgarh and Khajurgaon celebrated the engagement of their children. Princess Mriganka Kumari of Pratapgarh got engaged to Tika Raja Kamakhya Pratap Singh Judeo of Alipura at the