The Subtle Touch - Feature - TCP

The Subtle Touch

The discursive pattern recurs in the dialogue sequences between Outram and Weston (played by Tom Alter) wherein it is not just the background of Wajid Ali Shah that is being revealed but, more, the attitudes of the two officers. Outram is fond of Weston who has a remarkable command over the Hindustani language (Urdu) but warns him, all the same, that any admiration he may have for Wajid Ali Shah may, in the long run prove to be detrimental to his prospects of a promotion in the British army.

Governor General Of India - Feature - TCP

Governor General Of India

The second officer had a direct control over Fort William and also headed the British East India Company in India. In the year 1833, the British Crown gave complete power to the Title holder. Thus, in 1858, India came under direct control of the British Monarch. The Title holder, Governor General of India had direct control over the provinces that were under British control. The provinces that were under British control are Punjab, Bengal, Bombay, Madras, and United Provinces.

Famous Poets in India - Feature - TCP

Famous Poets in India

Sufism is a broad area of study that includes art, music, and literature. The Sufi poets are famous for the concept of seeking the ultimate truth in divine love. Amir Khusrow is one of the famous Sufi poets. He is often called the “father of Urdu literature”. However, most of his poetic works are in the Persian language. It is said that the popular style of “Qawwali” was created by him only. Also, he introduced another popular form of music called “Ghazals” in India. His poems are ghazals in different forms. Gradually, they enriched Urdu literature. 

Famous women in history for kids - Feature- TCP

Lady Freedom Fighters of India

From the real-life experience, they felt the pain of the crores of Indians who were under the rule of the British government. Hence, they came on the battlefield to fight against colonialism. From an ordinary woman, each freedom fighter was turned into a fierce image of Devi Durga, the epitome of power, perseverance and fortification. Here, find the details of the female freedom fighters of India. However, there are many and all of them are great. We will be sharing a few names only.

Biography of Bismillah Khan - Feature - TCP

Biography of Bismillah Khan

As we all know, Bismillah Khan is a notable Shehnai player who invented unique tunes with shehnai. It is a musical instrument that renders music with the breath put in it. The user inputs the air in it and develops a musical rendition through it. The great legend Bismillah Khan invented such unique ragas or tunes that the word “shehnai”, to a great extent became synonymous to him.

First Woman Chief Minister of India - Feature - TCP

First Woman Chief Minister of India

You ought to know more about the lady, Sucheta Kripalani. She has also served as an MP post-independence. There are several other titles she went on to occupy. She has served as the Minister of Labor, Community development and Industry. Her husband, Acharya J.B. Kripalani had established the Kisan Mazdoor Praja Party. However, she remained loyal to the congress. After her, India has seen at least 15 women chief ministers.

Famous women in history for kids - Feature- TCP

Famous Women in History for Kids

She became the first Indian lady to practice medicine in India. She fought for women’s rights and child marriage in the 19th Century. She gained her degree from the London School of Medicine in 1891 and returned to India to practice medicine. Despite getting married at the age of 11, she continued to study and prepare herself academically under the tutelage of her stepfather. 

First Female Governor of India - Feature - TCP

First Female Governor of India

She was born on 13th February 1879. More facts about Sarojini Naidu include that she used to write poetry and plays from a very young age. She also studied in England for some time and had published a biography of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, with the title The Ambassador of Hindu-Muslim Unity. Naidu was not only a poet, orator, freedom fighter, and administrator but also one of the first women to fight for the independence of India.

Swami Vivekananda Death Reason - Feature - TCP

Swami Vivekananda Death Reason

This very fact holds great significance. If we look at his death from a spiritual perspective keeping aside our mortal reasons for a second, we will see how the Mahapurush was blessed by the Omnipotent, the Supreme Divine, the Param Brahma. He could choose the time and place for his death only because he was destined for that. He realized the deep ethos of birth and death in this world.

Leonardo Da Vinci: His Genius in Our Tomorrow - Feature - TCP

Leonardo Da Vinci Inventions List

Vinci spent a lot of time studying science to create his detailed masterpieces. Seven thousand notebook pages are scribbled with his scientific inventions and paintings. Nevertheless, Vinci’s difficult writing pattern was a sign that his diary was meant for his eyes only, he never intended to share it with anyone else. It was for his own education.