By Bhavana Akella Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu) Off the eastern coast of Tamil Nadu, some 500 km south of Chennai, lies Pamban Island. Seemingly a stone’s throw from neighbouring Sri Lanka, this is an island steeped in historical significance, and with some of the most resilient people alive. One of the longest sea bridges in the […]
Yog is a perfect and precise science practiced by the vedic seers for thousands of years and given to us in its pristine form, through the ancient practice of Guru-shishya parampara. The rules of yog stay the same even today despite the lifestyles of individuals undergoing a sea change. The various siddhis and manifestations of […]
By N. Lothungbeni Humtsoe Goan cuisine is a vibrant fusion born from centuries of cultural confluence. Influenced by Portuguese, Hindu, and Muslim culinary traditions, it reflects a rich heritage shaped by colonization and trade with cultures such as British, Arab, Brazilian, African, French, Malaysian, Chinese, and regional Indian communities like Konkani, Malabari, Saraswat, and South […]
Celebrity chef and actor Ranveer Brar, who was recently seen in the Kareena Kapoor Khan-starrer ‘The Buckingham Murders’, is getting insightful, this mango season. Ranveer took to his Instagram, and penned a long note in which he spoke about Kohitur mangoes and the community of traders, Sheherwalis, who migrated from Rajasthan to Murshidabad in West […]
By Dr T. Selva For decades, I have embarked on numerous journeys with a singular, unwavering purpose: to seek the essence of life’s meaning and to share my wisdom and discoveries. These travels have taken me across the globe and deep within myself, revealing that the beauty of life lies in the freedom to explore, […]
New Delhi, May 1 Amid increasing global warming and heat-related deaths worldwide, a new study has shown that expanding urban vegetation cover by 30 per cent could save over one-third of all deaths caused due to heat, saving up to 1.16 million lives globally. Researchers from Monash University in Australia showed that increasing vegetation levels […]
Question: What should I consider before taking big decisions in life? Sadhguru: Essentially, what you are asking is what you should invest your life in. Do not think in terms of what job to take or what education to do. The important thing is this life. For everyone, their life is precious. Into what do […]
Circular Quay dining precinct Sydney Place announces its ‘Lunch for Less’ campaign, offering $10 dining deals across a number of their retailers. The initiative, designed to provide affordable lunch options for local workers, residents and visitors, will run on weekdays from Monday 14 April to Friday 25 April 2025. Participating retailers include: Dopa by Devon: […]
Question: What should I consider before taking big decisions in life? Sadhguru: Essentially, what you are asking is what you should invest your life in. Do not think in terms of what job to take or what education to do. The important thing is this life. For everyone, their life is precious. Into what do […]
By Somrita Ghosh Jibhi (Himachal Pradesh) If you are looking for an escape from the cacophony of maddening city life, head to this tiny village located in the lap of Banjar Valley in Kullu district. Pristine and undisturbed, serenity and calmness linger in the air of Jibhi, a lesser known destination in Himachal Pradesh. Ever […]