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Patna University: A Century of Educational Excellence

Established in 1917, Patna University was the first university in Bihar and once hailed as the 'Oxfo...

Bhagalpur: The Enduring Legacy of the Silk City

For centuries, Bhagalpur has been synonymous with Tussar silk, earning it the moniker 'Silk City'. E...

Champaran Satyagraha: The Movement That Shaped Gandhi's Path

In 1917, Mahatma Gandhi launched his first Satyagraha in Champaran, Bihar, a pivotal movement that c...

Revival of Ancient Ahar-Pyne System to Combat Drought in South Bihar

The traditional Ahar-Pyne irrigation system is being revived in parts of South Bihar to tackle water...

The Pala Dynasty: Bihar's Patrons of Buddhism and Art

The Pala dynasty emerged in the 8th century, bringing stability to Bihar and Bengal and becoming the...

The Mauryan Empire: Bihar's Golden Age

From its capital in Pataliputra, the Mauryan Empire rose to become one of the largest and most power...

The Languages of Bihar: A Rich Linguistic Tapestry

Bihar is a land of incredible linguistic diversity, home to a variety of languages and dialects that...

The Art of 'Bharathanatyam' in Bihar: A Classical Connection

While not native to the region, the classical dance form of Bharathanatyam has found a dedicated fol...

The Gupta Empire: Bihar's Second Golden Age

Following the Mauryas, the Gupta dynasty, with its base in Magadha, ushered in another golden age of...

The Tradition of 'Alha-Rudal': Ballads of Bravery

Alha is a genre of oral epic poetry, popular in Bihar and other parts of North India, which narrates...

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