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Devdutt Pattanaik claims Bhagavad Gita quote in Oppenheimer was misinterpretedIndian mythologist and writer Devdutt Pattanaik has recently challenged this interpretation, asserting that Oppenheimer misconstrued the or...
Amrit and the terror of impermanenceThe concept of "amrit," or immortality, has been a prevalent idea in various cultures throughout history. However, the idea of impermanence...
Think holi-stically, multichromaticallyHoli's celebration of a multichromatic world - instinctively considered as an 'Indian' way of viewing the world whether through its clothes...
Janmashtami special for children: Devdutt Pattanaik's new book 'Shyam, Our Little Krishna'The book will help parents introduce their child to stories about Krishna .
View: Do not consume what you protectIf the protector starts enjoying everything that Indra possesses, then it is only a matter of time before the protector replaces him. Karth...
Author Devdutt Pattanaik pens new book on culture, art & heritage for IAS aspirantsThe 496-page book is presently available for sale on online and offline stores.
Devdutt Pattanaik's new book to give a peek into iconic stories in Abrahamic religionsThe book, titled 'Eden: An Indian Retelling of Jewish, Christian and Islamic lore', will hit the stands in September.
Devdutt Pattanaik feels writing for children is challenging, says language needs simplificationThe author recently released his 10th children's book, 'Vahanna: Gods and Their Favourite Animals'.
Bajrang Punia sticks to crossfit training, body-weight exercises for fitness, loves cooking besan halwaBajrang Punia is leaving no plank unturned to stay fit — while also making besan halwa.
Dharma Hormones: What is the path to happiness?It is interesting that hormones related to pleasure, happiness, intimacy and comfort as per science can be easily mapped to the four goals ...
Measuring realised souls: How does one know if someone is awakened or not?Nowadays, India is full of gurus. Most are self-appointed, but their followers insist their guru has magical powers, that he was initiated ...
Devdutt Pattanaik decodes strokes of mythology in Raja Ravi Varma's works, says 'desire' a common themeThe author said that details like clothing and jewellery were also central in Varma’s works.
Repeat orders and referrals in templesAny business in life is successful when it gets repeat orders.
Mantra for VUCA markets: Adapt rather than alignIn an ever-changing world, sometimes we have to become rule-followers, and sometimes, rule-breakers.
Remembering the contribution of CourtesansRich and single women well versed in fine arts held a position in ancient times, but in modern literature, they have been described as pros...
Why entrepreneurs are being viewed as social smugglersWhat led to a land that once celebrated vysyas to look down upon them? The latter’s generosity solely towards monks could have contributed.
Enjoy reading about mythology? Here are the top 10 books by Indian authorsLast month, Indian bibliophiles compiled a list of their favourite books on mythology.
Bestseller books of 2016: Indian authors beat international writersBooks by Indian authors emerged as the country’s top sellers, beating many international ones this year.
Ruskin Bond joins Twitter, says he is delightedNoted author Ruskin Bond, who has kept himself aloof from social networking sites like Facebook, has finally opened an account on Twitter.
Awards launched: Intolerance to dominate this year's Bangalore Literature FestivalIntroduction of literary awards in three categories -fiction, nonfiction and literary achievement in Kannada -will be the other highlight.