Nine Queens, One Palace: The Royal tale of Madhvendra’s Skyhigh Sanctuary

20 Dec 2024 03:50 AM IST

Perched like an eagle’s nest 700 feet above Jaipur, Madhvendra Palace defies the typical narrative of Rajasthan’s royal architecture. While most palaces sprawl outward, this unique residence soars upward, its nine apartments clustering around a central courtyard like petals of an elaborate flower. Built by Sawai Ram Singh for his nine queens, it stands as […]

Nine Queens, One Palace: The Royal tale of Madhvendra’s Skyhigh Sanctuary

20 Dec 2024 03:50 AM IST

In the ancient city of Ajmer, where countless stories of faith and power intertwine, stands a structure that embodies India’s complex cultural tapestry. The Adhai Din Ka Jhonpda, despite its humble name suggesting a temporary shelter of two and a half days, has stood witness to over eight centuries of history, its walls echoing tales […]

Nine Queens, One Palace: The Royal tale of Madhvendra’s Skyhigh Sanctuary

20 Dec 2024 03:50 AM IST

Rajasthan Pradesh Congress Committee (RPCC) President, Govind Singh Dotasara, launched a scathing attack on the BJP government during a press conference today, highlighting what he described as a year of failure under BJP rule. Dotasara accused the BJP of failing to deliver on promises made during the 2023 Rajasthan Assembly elections and raised serious concerns […]

Nine Queens, One Palace: The Royal tale of Madhvendra’s Skyhigh Sanctuary

20 Dec 2024 03:50 AM IST

Former RTDC President Dharmendra Rathore has expressed grave concern over the worsening situation in the country, highlighting rising inflation and unemployment. Speaking about the current state of affairs in the Lok Sabha, Rathore emphasized that the crucial issues affecting the nation are being ignored, while the government continues to downplay significant concerns. He specifically pointed […]

Nine Queens, One Palace: The Royal tale of Madhvendra’s Skyhigh Sanctuary

20 Dec 2024 03:50 AM IST

Senior BJP leader and former Leader of Opposition Rajendra Rathore, Deputy Chief Minister Dr. Premchand Bairwa, and Food and Civil Supplies Minister Sumit Godara addressed a press conference at the BJP state office on Thursday, highlighting the significant achievements of Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma’s government in its first year. The leaders defended the BJP government’s […]

Nine Queens, One Palace: The Royal tale of Madhvendra’s Skyhigh Sanctuary

20 Dec 2024 03:50 AM IST

Ahhichatragarh Fort in Nagaur presents a masterclass in resurrection. This massive fortification, whose name poetically translates to “fort of the hooded cobra,” sprawls across 36 acres of desert landscape, its restored grandeur bearing testament to one of India’s most remarkable architectural revivals. A Phoenix from the Desert Dust Until the 1980s, this magnificent complex lay […]

Nine Queens, One Palace: The Royal tale of Madhvendra’s Skyhigh Sanctuary

20 Dec 2024 03:50 AM IST

Deep within the labyrinthine corridors of Rajasthan’s Garh Palace lies a treasure trove that few travelers venture to discover. The Maharao Madho Singh Museum in Kota isn’t just another stop on the well-worn tourist trail; it’s a living legacy of the artistic sophistication and martial pride of the Hadoti region’s royal heritage. A Palace Within […]

Nine Queens, One Palace: The Royal tale of Madhvendra’s Skyhigh Sanctuary

20 Dec 2024 03:50 AM IST

The winter dawn in Rajasthan breaks differently. As the first rays pierce through the morning mist, three generations of the Rathore family gather in their ancestral courtyard in Nagaur. Dadiji (grandmother) Kesari Devi, at 82, carefully examines a handful of black sesame seeds, her weathered fingers separating the chaff with practiced precision. Her daughter in […]

Nine Queens, One Palace: The Royal tale of Madhvendra’s Skyhigh Sanctuary

20 Dec 2024 03:50 AM IST

Through its amazing legacy of cold pressed oils, Rajasthan’s ancient knowledge comes to life in the middle of India’s desert state, as the coldness of winter washes across the golden dunes. These liquid jewels have supported generations by providing warmth, healing, and sustenance throughout the hard desert winters; they are more than just cooking tools. […]

Nine Queens, One Palace: The Royal tale of Madhvendra’s Skyhigh Sanctuary

20 Dec 2024 03:50 AM IST

On Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the Parvati-Kalsindh-Chambal Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (PKC-ERCP), a major initiative aimed at overcoming water scarcity in Rajasthan. The project, worth over Rs 46,000 crore, will connect 11 rivers and benefit multiple districts in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. However, the Congress party has raised concerns, […]