THE ANCIENT ARAVALLI HILLS THAT crisscross Rajasthan has endowed the fabled land of rajas and maharajas with rocks of every hue and description, explaining its imposing forts and palaces and a rich legacy of stone carving. Amidst a labyrinthine community of stone masons and stone carvers, a lesser-known but highly captivating art of gemstone carving has flourished too down the centuries, among whose better-known exponents is national award winning gemstone artist Amrit Sirohiya.
An inborn talent
Born in Boraj, a village near Jaipur in Rajasthan, Amrit Sirohiya’s artistic bent showed early in life—though in a rather dramatic manner. As a child, he would make clay toys and take them to school to show his friends, who would marvel at his talent. One day, one of his teachers, miffed with him, took him to the principal together with his toys to complain about his distractive ways. The principal said nothing to Sirohiya but took away his toys. Then, contrary to all expectations, on Independence Day, he called Sirohiya on the dais and praised and rewarded him for his talent and work.
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A WARRIOR on Many Fronts
From becoming the first woman from the Marwari community to join the Indian Army to emerging as the pioneer woman paratrooper from the the Indian Army Dental Corps, Dr. Captain Reeta Rajkishor Biyani also known as Ritu Biyani, has had a journey of courage and resilience.
IN THE EYE OF THE TIGER
Seasoned adventurers embark on a safari through Ranthambore National Park, a prestigious UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, ancient 400-year-old banyan trees and the grand Ranthambore Fort serve as a picturesque backdrop for encounters with the park's iconic inhabitant: The Majestic Tiger.
Where Royalty Resis
Gatore Ki Chhatriyaan-the ornate, domeshaped cenotaphs in Jaipur-never stop fascinating the discerning traveller.
Where Love Begins
Mothers are a beacon of love, strength and wisdom. They are our biggest role models. And special occasions are a chance to reflect on the unending love and sacrifices made by our mothers. As an ode to Mother's Day that falls in May, we get a cross-section of celebrities from the design industry to share their thoughts on their mothers.
Postcards from Rajasthan
With fashion labels capturing the captivating beauty of traditional weaves, we explore the portrayal of the exquisite Rajasthani Banjaran rhapsody.
The Lawver Who Loves Cooking
In her book Bapu’s Curries: Culinary Journey of a Father, Shreeparna Khaitan takes us through the culinary journey of her father Umesh Khaitan and his passion for cooking. Flip through the pages for an excerpt from the book and authentic recipes straight from a Marwari household.
Hold, Sip & Enjoy Your Cuppa
A tete-a-tete with Mishthi Aggarwal, Founder-CEO, 93 Degrees Coffee Roasters, the fourth generation of the Bikanervala legacy, and the only woman specialty coffee roaster in India.
50 YEARS OF SPREADING Happiness
With the business conglomerate Emami marking its golden jubilee in 2024, MARWAR India explores its successful journey that started back in 1974 in the humble lanes of Burra Bazaar in Kolkata. The only business group in India run by two partner families unrelated by blood, the brand is rooted yet global in its appeal. Over to Aditya Agarwal and Manish Goenka, Promoter-Directors, Emami Group, on celebrating five decades in the industry.
A Powerhouse from The East
Cosmic Birla Group is a tale of vision, entrepreneurship, and commitment to excellence.
The Rolex Renaissance
To mark the International Women's Day, a shout out to women watch aficionados to embark on a journey of alluring Rolex wristwatches and consider adding some of them, at least, to your existing collection.
