The ‘rediscovery’ of Sangam literature and how it became a source of Tamil history and archaeology
Though Sangam literature is deeply intertwined with Tamil consciousness, it was only in the late 19th or early 20th centuries that the texts were ‘rediscovered’.
Posers on Tamil antiquity claim: No evidence to determine which language is oldest, say linguists
While Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan has expressed disappointment over the state’s continued resistance to the NEP and denied allegations of 'Hindi imposition', Stalin has stood his groun ...
Yet another step towards unearthing the glorious past of the capital of early Cholas
Tamil Nadu plans deep-sea archaeological excavations to uncover ancient maritime trade history along the State's coast.
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“Ancient Tamils were pioneers in international sea-trade”
He cites ancient literature and explains ancient Tamils’ seafaring activities and marine technology. Produced by RaySel. Listen to SBS Tamil at 8pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays on ...
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Kashi-Tamil Sangamam: An ancient dialogue born anew
As the first light breaks over the subcontinent, it paints two distant shores—the ancient ghats of Kashi and the temple-lined coast of Tamil Nadu—in the same golden hue. In this liminal moment ...
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Pongal in Sangam Literature
“Padumeen” Sriskandarajah, a leading poet and a Tamil writer in Melbourne, explains and quotes Sangam literature which recorded Pongal festival in ancient days. Produced by RaySel. Listen to ...
Culture focus: TN Govt plans a series of deep-sea archaeological excavations along the coast
A sum of ₹7 crore will be earmarked for archaeological excavations and scientific research in the upcoming financial year, ...