There is no ambiguity here. Who is secular and who is a terror apologist—these things are as clear as water. Some people actually get paid ₹6000 a month just to do this, get quarters to live in, and earlier, even got government jobs so their family could keep this going 24/7—back when they were in […]
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The Khilafat Movement marked the beginning of political Islam in India—the early attempts to leverage Islamic fundamentalism. What we are witnessing around us today is its consequence. Yes, many may argue that such tendencies existed earlier as well. But it was the political decisions of that specific time that have plunged India into its current
Maya—that which is not real yet appears real—is called illusion. It conceals the true nature of the Ātman (soul); hence, it is referred to as Tamas (darkness). Since knowledge (Vidya) dispels it, it is also known as Avidya (ignorance). It is the cause of delusion (Moha) and lack of discernment (Aviveka), which is why it
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🎉 *Embark on a Divine Journey of Art with Mārga Utsava!* 🎭✨ We are excited to invite you to *Mārga Utsava, a two-day cultural extravaganza presented by **Chidakash Kalalay – Centre of Art and Divinity*, celebrating the sacred path of Indian performing arts! 📅 *Event Dates:* – *23rd March 2025* – *24th March 2025* 📍
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Dreams slip away when I wake up. They dissolve, leaving nothing behind. But some stay, lingering in the mind for years. One such dream was at Sinthee More. After the show, we took a taxi back—Shantanuda and I. Chicken from Bedouin, rum tucked away in Shantanuda’s bag. We were both like Hanuman, restless, high-spirited. The
A morning like this wasn’t exactly expected. I was startled.What happened?Kaushik. A college friend. Haven’t met in a long time. But he saved me a few times from my lack of attendance. In college. He was in the union. The time on my phone reads 9:30 AM.Nightmare. There’s more to be shocked about!Indeed. The room
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Abstract (En) This article is the result of studying the significant role of Śrī Piyal Bhattacharya in the reimagining and restaging of Mārga Nāṭya, the Vedic theatrical tradition. Lauded as the ‘Guru of a Lost Tradition’ by The Hindu, Bhattacharya focuses on the empirical restoration of performance techniques rooted in the Bharata’s Nāṭyaśāstra. Comprehensive research, applied
Hello, friends of literature and lovers of the word! Today, as I sit down to write this on February 21, 2025, I’m thrilled to invite you into a world that’s been captivating minds for over two millennia: Indian Poetics. If you’re here, chances are you’re a sahrudaya—a connoisseur at heart—someone who senses there’s more to
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Abstract This article explores the profound symbolism of the sacred syllable ॐ (Aum) as presented in Vedic wisdom. Recognized as the primordial vibration and the embodiment of Shabda Brahman (Sound-Absolute), Aum is investigated through its representation of time, cosmic realms, and the layers of human consciousness. Drawing on key Upanishadic texts such as the Māṇḍūkya
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In the rich knowledge systems of Vedic traditions, few elements hold as profound a significance as Agni (Fire) and Soma (the sacred plant and libation). Together, they embody the essence of creation, destruction, and the cyclical rhythm of the universe. This blog delves into their roles in rituals, symbolic meanings, and timeless relevance to life’s fundamental truths. Agni: The
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