The universe is made up of vibrations, vibrations generating from sound, so says, the Vedic science. Now imagine this sound in shape of lyrics. Just imagine how soothing that vibration can be. Now go one step ahead, add words to it! Pure, soft inspirational, stimulating words that goes straight to your heart. That is poetry for you. A good poetry reaches your heart before it reaches your brain. That is the way of life; we all strive for consciously or subconsciously. In earli

CM says state will be ‘drought-free’ Mumbai: In a soulful blend of faith, history and futuristic governance, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reiterated his regime’s commitment to making the state ‘drought-free’, flagging off a grant ‘Goda to Narmada Jal Yatra-2026” on Saturday from the temple town of Trimbakeshwar in Nashik district. The water pilgrimage, as it is called - starts from the origins of Godavari, second longest river, till the banks of the Narmada, fifth long

She was not made by applause or approval but by prayer, perseverance, and the courage to stand on her own. She did not become strong overnight. Strength came to her quietly — like a shadow that refused to leave, like a lesson life kept repeating until she finally understood. There was a time when loneliness felt heavy, almost unbearable. The kind that sits beside you in a crowded room. The kind that speaks the loudest when everything else is silent. There was no one — no hand

In a world threatened by war and violence, Bhagwan Mahavira’s principle of Ahimsa Parmo Dharma is more relevant than ever. In his volume Our Oriental Heritage , Will Durant points out that the 6th century BC witnessed a protest against prevailing evils. In that backdrop, Mahavira travelled throughout the country and preached in Ardhamagadi, the people’s language. His pravachanas truly manifest his ideas, and they were popular in Indian languages, enriching the Prakrit lan

Beyond rituals and prayers, the festival marking Lord Hanuman’s birth reminds us that true greatness lies in being strong yet humble, fearless yet kind, and powerful yet compassionate. What makes this day truly special is not only the celebration but also the reminder of who we can become. Lord Hanuman had immense power, yet he never let pride enter his heart. He chose humility over ego, service over recognition, and faith over fear. In a world where we often seek appreciatio

Across India and beyond, the legacy of Rama lives in faith, folklore and civilisational memory. In Indian history and culture, Prabhu Ramachandra and Shri Krishna hold a vital place as enduring legends and embodiments of Hindutva, reflected in the Ramayana and Mahabharata. Rama’s life story was immortalised in the Ramayana by Maharshi Valmiki, who rose from a criminal past to become a revered rishi. Traces of the Ramayana are found across India, and related archaeological fin

Mumbai: It was the 24 th celebration of Gudhi Padwa in Girgaum on Thursday, and as usual, the festivities were grand, picturesque and saw humongous response not just from the local residents. This year, the celebration saw huge participation of enthusiasts from beyond the borders. While some coincidentally bumped into the event, some others actually typed ‘Gudhi Padwa 2026 schedule’ in their google search bar to ensure they did not miss this ‘must do’ event while planning th

AI generated image In this reading of the Narasimha story, Prahlad becomes a metaphor for Bharat—resilient, restrained and rising amid external pressure and internal challenge. The story of Mahavatar Narsimha is widely known. Yet read differently, it resonates with the geopolitical and political currents unfolding in India and across the world. At its heart is the story of Vishnu’s Narsimha avatar and his devotee, Prahlad. Prahlad and Bharat As Rajnath Singh said, “Bharat

The history of an ancient civilisation like Bharat cannot be read through the Gregorian calendar alone. With Vārṣa Pratipadā approaching, the traditional New Year in many parts of Bharat raises a simple question: New Year of which era? Some mark it as the beginning of the Shalivahana Shaka, while others mark it as the beginning of the Vikram Samvat, reflecting the many systems of chronology followed across the country. That leads to a larger question: what was the year of Lor

Across Southeast Asia, Hinduism and Buddhism did not clash for supremacy but intertwined across empires and scriptures to forge a uniquely unified civilisational ethos. Troluwan: Ruins of Majapahit Kingdom. History knows for sure as to when the Buddhist thought entered Southeast Asia, which was when the great Mauryan Emperor Ashoka sent messengers Sona and Uttara into then known ‘Suvarnabhumi’ consisting of Burma and Thailand, to preach Buddha’s message there. Ashoka’s effort

In spiritual philosophy, especially in the Indian metaphysical tradition, the ideas of Satkarma and Satphala are the ethical foundation of human life. They illustrate the close connection between action and consequence, behavior and destiny, effort and fulfilment. Together, they emphasize a timeless moral principle: right action leads to right results. They explore the close connection between action and consequence, behavior and destiny, effort and fulfilment. The term Sat

A resurrected ritual on a riverbank in Malappuram reveals how Hindu self-assertion is quietly reshaping Communist Kerala Kerala’s Communists like to present themselves as an exception to India’s unruly ideological weather. If Hindu assertion was remaking northern India, they argued that secular Kerala was immune to it. But a sandy stretch of the Bharathapuzha river has begun to puncture that certainty. In Thirunavaya, a small town in Malappuram district often caricatured in p

From acoustics and astronomy to metallurgy and hydrology, ancient Indian monuments reveal a deep and deliberate scientific understanding. In my series on showcasing the scientific supremacy of ancient India, I had earlier explored its remarkable achievements in mathematics and astronomy. In this instalment, I turn to the equally impressive scientific understanding that underpinned the creation of ancient Indian structures—many of which have withstood the test of time and cont

Satellite imagery, groundwater studies, archaeology, and ancient texts affirm that the Saraswati River was not a myth but a civilisational reality. In the 1960s and 70s, Saraswati Puja was observed every Friday in schools, with children enjoying prasad of jaggery and roasted chickpeas. While they repeated that Saraswati was the goddess of knowledge, few understood what knowledge—or even being a student—truly meant. As the Saraswati River was believed to be long extinct, tex

In India, festivals are not just celebrations; they are living expressions of faith, nature, and inner transformation. India is a land where spirituality and nature walk hand in hand, where festivals are not merely dates on a calendar but living expressions of faith, seasons, and inner transformation. Among such deeply symbolic celebrations are Maghi Ganpati and Basant Panchami—two sacred observances that, though distinct in origin, harmoniously converge in spirit. Together,

In Vedic science, auspicious and inauspicious have little to do with divine approval and everything to do with energy cycles shaped by planetary movement. In my previous article, I discussed Hora and the movement of planets as understood through the concept of Varas. Building on that foundation, I had indicated that I would next turn to Muhurata and Choghadiya, two time-selection concepts that play an equally important role in traditional astrological practice. Since time imm

Was Goa’s festive season was tepid? As we wind down on 2025, and with Christmas behind us, travel and tour operators in Goa will be assessing how good the season was for earnings and business. When this writer asked for the booking in a small-budget seaside resort, he was told that a room may be available for the last 2 weeks of December but the January-February period was difficult. So, did tourists give Goa a miss this December? Going by local media, the holiday season has

Far from being foreign, Sanskrit is a civilisational inheritance woven deeply into Indonesia’s history, language and statecraft and deserves renewed academic recognition. This title may appear shocking for many, but the subsequent text may hopefully convince mostof them about the strength of the argument it presents throughout, to turn it into a case worthchasing. There is obviously a historical background that explains the beginning of the presenceof Sanskrit in Indonesia, w

Marathwada is a land sanctified by saints and valor, and nestled within this historic region is Malegaon village in Loha tehsil of Nanded district. Malegaon hosts one of the most vibrant and culturally rich fairs in South India. Beginning on Margashirsha Amavasya, the annual Malegaon Yatra has commenced this year on Thursday (December 18) and will continue till December 25. With a legacy spanning nearly four centuries, the Malegaon fair has held exceptional importance since t

Asanas are not just yoga poses but the groundwork upon which pranayama, meditation, and higher yogic disciplines rest. In the modern world, yoga is often reduced to a set of physical stretches or fitness routines. However, this limited view overlooks the profound depth of yoga as a complete science of life. Yoga is not merely about shaping the body; it is a disciplined path that refines the body, steadies the mind, and ultimately awakens inner awareness. Maharshi Patanjali, t