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Monika Thakur

Monika has been writing about trending artifacts across diverse platforms for over three years. Her all-time fascination with both traditional and non-traditional artworks led her to explore the world of art and humanities. She founded EdgyMinds in 2016 to discover emerging artists and indulge her passion for creativity. Connect with her at Facebook I Twitter I G Plus

Meet Gladson Peter, India’s first one-man band
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Meet Gladson Peter, India’s first one-man band

Who needs an orchestra, when this one-man band can play over 45 musical instruments? This is an inspiring story of a Mumbai-based 24-year-old musician, Gladson Peter, who has brought the concept of ‘one-man band’ to India. Hence, entitled as the India’s first ‘one-man band.’ Well, this concept is not new to the world, as the one-man band (which refers to the ability to play a...

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29 Dec 2016
IIT-Bombay alumnus cycled across 9 Indian states for a good cause
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IIT-Bombay alumnus cycled across 9 Indian states for a good cause

Meet Sushil Reddy, 26-year-old, IIT-Bombay(Mumbai) alumnus, has secured a place in the Guinness World Records for completing the longest journey on a solar-powered bicycle. From Mumbai to Goa, he cycled across nine Indian states (covering approximately 7,424 km in 79 days) to raise awareness about energy crisis in India and encourage people to use solar panels as a sustainable source of energy.

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29 Dec 2016
New Moon Fest Shimla – Ring in the New Year at the wilderness
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New Moon Fest Shimla – Ring in the New Year at the wilderness

Still wondering where to head this New Year’s Eve in Shimla? How about an escape to the wilderness? Upcoming New Moon Fest at Oakwood Hamlet resort is offering a great way to take a break from life’s hectic pace and have fun ringing in the New Year. Overlooking delightful valleys and sparkling city lights below, you can enjoy live music, food, drinks, barbeque, bonfire and...

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28 Dec 2016
10 ingenious Indian artists you need to follow on Instagram
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10 ingenious Indian artists you need to follow on Instagram

In the digital era, there are many online platforms for artists to showcase their imaginative artworks. Instagram has become one of the popular social networks where urban artists can scaffold their creative art pieces for the world to see. This online photo-sharing and video-sharing social networking service have given many upcoming young artists an opportunity to show their creative side to a large audience.

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27 Dec 2016
Sheroes Hangout Cafe rehabilitates the spirit of acid attack survivors
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Sheroes Hangout Cafe rehabilitates the spirit of acid attack survivors

Acid attack is an inhuman crime that not only disfigures the victim’s physical appearance but also leaves them severely traumatized for the rest of their life. Sadly, this unlawful act is the brutal reality in India, especially against women. According to ASFI statistics, approximately 802 acid attack cases were reported in 2015 all over India. There is about a 300-percent rise in such cases in...

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27 Dec 2016
Taping ink into the skin! Brief history of Indian traditional tattoos
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Taping ink into the skin! Brief history of Indian traditional tattoos

Tattoos have become a rage among all age groups in recent years. But Indian traditional tattoos and tribal tattoos have been popular in India since ages. Although temporary henna tattoos are popularly used in traditional celebrations in the country. But, the history of permanent skin tattoos in India is more than 100 years old. The ancient maze-like patterns, found on the rocks dating back to...

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27 Dec 2016
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