Swami Vivekananda, a name synonymous with spiritual enlightenment and social reform, left an indelible mark on the world with his profound teachings and visionary outlook. His life’s work continues to inspire millions across the globe. Born on January 12, 1863, in Kolkata, India, as Narendranath Datta, he was inclined towards spirituality from a young age. […]Read More
In our trip to 12 Jyotirlingas, next in sequence is Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga. Let us travel down south to experience the power of Shiva- Parvati as Arjuna and Mallika. Srisailam, also referred to as the “Kailash of the South,” is a revered and ancient site in Andra Pradesh, South India. Hundreds of temples and shrines honouring […]Read More
Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, a revered saint and mystic, left an indelible mark on Hindu spirituality and religious pluralism. His life and teachings continue to inspire millions worldwide.Born in 1836 in Bengal, Ramakrishna exhibited spiritual inclinations from an early age. Despite minimal formal education, his quest for divine realisation led him to master various practices from different […]Read More
Jyotirlingas are religious representations of the Hindu god Shiva. The term is a Sanskrit composite of Jyotis (‘radiance’) and linga (‘sign’). The Śiva Mahāpurāṇam (also Shiva Purana) lists 64 original jyotirlinga shrines in India. According to a Shiva mythology from the Shiva Purana, Brahma (the deity of creation) and Vishnu (the god of preservation) had […]Read More
The historical narratives surrounding Indian royalty have indeed predominantly focused on the Maharajas, often leaving the significant contributions of the Maharanis understated or overlooked. Maharani Rani Kanari of Kapurthala is a poignant example of this disparity in historical documentation. Maharanis, despite their pivotal roles in shaping the destinies of princely states, have often been relegated […]Read More
Princess Sudhira Devi of Cooch Behar embodies a legacy of courage, compassion, and advocacy that transcends the bounds of time. Princess Sudhira’s life journey is a testament to her unwavering commitment to social causes, tireless advocacy for Indian women’s rights, and profound dedication to humanitarian efforts during tumultuous times. Defying societal expectations from a young […]Read More
Goddess Kamala is the tenth and last Mahavidyas within Shaktism and Tantra tradition, a female oriented worship of the divine; wherein the Divine Feminine is believed to be the ultimate reality. Within the Tantra tradition, Kamala is believed to be a form of Lakhsmi, the goddess of prosperity and fertility. The word Kamala means lotus, […]Read More
Many traditional games have given way to numerous new ones. Some are surviving, either in their original form or through adaptations. Many young entrepreneurs and enthusiasts have attempted to repackage traditional games for greater acceptance. Daykattai or Dayakattam or Dayaboss is a ‘board’ game from Tamil Nadu that has survived, at least in some areas. […]Read More
Indian freedom movement and independence might not be possible without the possibility of female activists. Women of the early and middle 20th century in India were made to be housebound because of society and its misconceptions. Slowly to make them out, women came out of the house and explored the world. Women’s education was rarely […]Read More
Rama Pir Mandir stands as a testament to centuries of devotion. This Hindu temple, dedicated to Ramdev Pir, exudes an air of reverence and mystique. The temple’s roots trace back to 1859, a time when the echoes of Ramdev Pir’s legacy resonated across the arid plains. Three and a half centuries after the saint’s passing […]Read More