Artist: B.K. Mitra. (via Twitter: Gita Press, Gorakhpur, India) Before religious images could be created digitally, artists relied on paper, paint and painstaking handwork to give visual form to stories from the Ramayana, Mahabharata and Hindu scriptures. Among those artists was B.K. Mitra, or Binay Kumar Mitra, whose paintings became closely associated with the religious…
Bollywood actor Kareena Kapoor Khan recently struck a chord with parents across the country. According to a report by IANS, Kareena reshared a relatable meme on her social media that read, “Parenting Hack: There are no hacks. Everything is hard. These kids don’t listen. This is your life now. Godspeed.” She captioned it simply, “Monday…
The Eiffel Tower in Paris is among the world’s most visited landmarks. In a recent update, the tower was shut for a whole day, following a staff protest linked to a private visit by a Hindu religious delegation. However, it has now reopened to tourists. The incident took place during a busy period of religious…
Mumbai woman says WFH is more productive than office The debate around where employees work has taken on a new dimension, with productivity often becoming the main point of discussion. While some see the office as an important part of their work routine, others feel they can manage their tasks better from home. A recent…
It seems, in recent years, the pendulum has swung back and, in the working world, the 8 hour day is no longer a great deal to dream of. Meetings begin early in the morning and information does not stop after office hours and it doesn’t go away after deadlines. When working long hours regularly, it…
In a recent update, West Bengal has introduced some new rules for Durga Puja 2026. As per the latest announcements made by the West Bengal government at a coordination meeting with Durga Puja committees, liquor shops and bars across the state will remain closed on Maha Ashtami. Not only this, DJ music has also been…
Sri M’s story starts far from the Himalayan caves he later became known for. Born as Mumtaz Ali Khan on November 6, 1948, into an affluent Muslim family in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, his path toward spirituality began unusually early. He has spoken about beginning to meditate at just nine years old, without even understanding what meditation…
Neal Bakshi is an American author, entrepreneur and spiritual life coach who has found himself in the spotlight after claiming that he was detained and questioned while re-entering the US following a holiday. Who is Neal Bakshi? Bakshi was born and raised in the United States and comes from an Indian immigrant family. His parents…
Cricket fans have watched Virat Kohli evolve for over a decade, but this particular transformation has little to do with his batting average. The same man once known for fiery send-offs, aggressive celebrations and a temper that flared at the smallest provocation now carries himself with a visible sense of calm, both on the field…
Yashoda Lodhi (Photo: Yashoda Lodhi/ YouTube) Leading a change in non-ordinary things, standing apart from the rest, while showing courage, determination, and shunning the shackles of stereotypes, are actually the principles that lead the nation towards progress.Yashoda Lodhi, popularly known as the Dehati Madam on YouTube, is one of those special inspiring women who lead…
