Lessons I Learned from My Dad
18th June,2023 In my childhood days whenever I confessed to my dad, of my latest blunder, invariably there was a long silence. Was he angry? His silence was more menacing than a scolding or a lecture. Even without him reprimanding, most of the times, his silence worked. Perhaps most dads are like that — tough […]
World Environment Day
5th June, 2023 “It is not so much for its beauty that the forest makes a claim upon men’s hearts, as for that subtle something, that quality of air that emanates from old trees, that so wonderfully changes and renews a weary spirit” ~Robert Louis Stevenson. World Environment Day is celebrated every year on June […]
‘Groundhog Day..’
24th May, 2023 It is often said that history doesn’t repeat itself but it often rhymes. The term ‘Groundhog Day’ refers to a situation in which a series of unwanted events appear to be recurring in a similar way. Groundhog Day is traditionally the day when the groundhog is said to come out of its […]
Akshaya Tritiya
22nd April, 2023 In Sanskrit, the word akshaya (अक्षय्य) means “never decreasing” in the sense of “prosperity, hope, joy, success”, while tritiya means “third phase of the moon”. It is named after the third lunar day of the spring month of Vaisakha in the Hindu calendar, when it is observed. Often touted as ‘Akha Teej’, […]
‘Let’s Celebrate’
13th April, 2023 India – one nation, many celebrations. Today, we celebrate the harvest festival in different parts of the country and start a New Year – make a new beginning. It is the time to rise above prejudices & join in the unique celebration of life. This festival embodies at a deeper level, the […]
‘Good Friday Blessings’
07th April, 2023 Good Friday is a day of hope – Of looking forward to a better tomorrow. This Good Friday, let us all take a moment and thank God for all the love he always bestows upon us. The resurrection of Jesus Christ, gives us hope, happiness and reaffirms our faith in innate goodness […]
Happy Ram Navami
30th March, 2023 त्याग दी सब ख्वाहिशें.. निष्काम बनने के लिए… राम’ ने खोया बहुत कुछ.. श्री राम’ बनने के लिए… On the ninth day of the auspicious festival of Chaitra Navratri, Ram Navami is celebrated to mark the birth anniversary of Lord Rama. Rama teaches us the importance of dharma, or doing one’s duty. […]
Happy Durga Ashtami
29th March, 2023 During Chaitra Navratri, We celebrate the nine forms of the Goddess, the Universal mother, an embodiment of power. According to mythological scripts, Goddess Durga appeared on the day of Chaitra Navratri and created the universe at the request of Lord Brahma. Thus, We bow to her and seek her blessings. In celebrating […]
Happy Navratras!
22nd March, 2023 The beginning of spring and the beginning of autumn are two very important junctions of climatic & solar influence. These two periods are taken as sacred opportunities for the worship of the Divine Mother. It represents celebration of Goddess Durga, the manifestation of Deity in form of Shakti. Vasant Navratras, is the […]
‘Celebrate Life’
08th March, 2023 Any excuse to celebrate is good, the nature of the spirit is celebration. Holi is associated with Mal Utsav (smearing of Colours). The Holika fire is burnt one day prior which signifies the burning away of what is old and worn out. The Holi of Braj is famous all over India for […]