Pratha Sharma
Shiva and Shakti – Looking beyond modern history
Lord Shiva’s name is synonymous with being auspicious, benevolent and kind. The term ‘Shi’ or ‘Si’ depicts the ideology of all pervasiveness, that which...
Need for Animal Shelters in India
The presence of large number of animals that roam the streets of villages and cities in India is unfortunately the result of lack of...
The lost aspects of Shaktipeeth Temples – Things to know
The marriage of Lord Shiva and Devi Sati is one of the most important events marked in the Shaiva and Shaakta sects of present-day...
Divine purpose of ancient Indian Temple dance
The Natya Shastra of Bharatmuni describes the divine origin of classical dance. As Lord Brahma created the fifth Veda by incorporating the “Pathyam” or...
The Chausath Yogini Temples in India
The major surviving temples of the 64 Yoginis, commonly termed as the ‘Chausath Yogini” shrines are two in Orissa and two in Madhya Pradesh...
The Kakanmath Temple of Madhya Pradesh
Situated in the Morena district of Madhya Pradesh, the Kakanmath temple is a well-known Shiva temple of it’s era. Apart from being infamous for...
Brihadeshwara Temple of Thanjavur
Also famed as the “Rajarajeshwara Temple”, “Rajarajeshwaram” and “Peruvudayar Temple”, this temple is located in Thanjavur in the state of Tamil Nadu. This temple...
Why Complete ban on Cow slaughter in India is Crucial
Since time immemorial, India has been worshipping cattle. They have always had a dominant role in the worship, rituals, temple culture, agriculture and foremostly...
Temples for Cattle Protection in India
The present scenario of cattle on the streets of India and some of the state government's goshalas is highly deplorable. The cattle feed on...
India’s unseen Rivers of Sorrow
The recent pictures of the rivers of blood flowing through Bangladeshi streets presents the most obnoxious facet of the word ‘Humanity’. The ruthless and...
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Tips to permanently improve India Pakistan relationship
With India's increasing influence in world politics, India Pakistan relationship has seen a greater interest from major world powers. It took central stage especially...
Do not ignore this when life seems all well
Like most of you, I also have met hundreds of thousands of people in my life. When we ask, "how are you?", depending on...
A tiny tribute to my childhood friends – The house sparrows
I vividly remember that chik, chik, chik, chik of those little lovely birds, during early mornings at our home, flying swiftly from one corner...
Did you know this about Gita Jayanti?
In present days, the word "jayanti" is loosely used for someone's birthday. However, this word is not meant for mortal beings. What most people...
Ayurvedic drugs make a breakthrough – Substitute Antibiotics during surgery
Ayurvedic doctors once again prove how, in many ways, ancient medicines are superior to modern medicines. The latest in the news is, doctors in...
