Quote of the day by Arthur Schopenhauer: 'A man can be himself only so long as he is alone; and if he does not love solitude, he will not love freedom...' - Why the German philosopher believed true freedom sometimes begins with lonelinessGerman philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer is still remembered for his deep thoughts on human life, individuality and freedom. One of his most ...
- Inspired action
Clarity of vision is essential for effective action. Saint Thiruvalluvar and spiritual texts like the Gita and Upanishads emphasize this. A...
Ministry of questionable questions: Satire on India's press conference cultureA sharp satire on Indian press conferences, where tough questions are dodged with grand civilisational rhetoric, scripted patriotism, and t...
Who is Raseshwari Devi, spiritual leader behind upcoming 1,500-seat meditation and wellness centre on World Meditation Day 2026?Raseshwari Devi ji: Spiritual leader Raseshwari Devi announced a new Yoga and meditation hall in Odisha and a week-long camp in Haridwar fo...
Modi vs Salman vs Aamir Khan: Doctor says Sattvic lifestyle gives your face a natural glow. Here’s what the Sattvic diet is and its benefitsA doctor suggests a non-alcoholic, non-smoking vegetarian Sattvic lifestyle may contribute to youthful skin and slower aging, drawing paral...
As US reboots psychedelics from counterculture to R&D, Indian pharma must take the leadThe United States is accelerating research into psychedelic drugs for mental illness. This shift prompts India to re-evaluate its own drug ...
Quote of the day by Arthur Schopenhauer: 'Man can do what he wills, but he cannot will what he wills.' Life advice from German philosopher who admired Indian texts like Upanishads & Bhagavad GitaArthur Schopenhauer, a 19th-century German philosopher, posited that while individuals can act on their desires, they cannot choose those d...
Bhagavad Gita for Humanity, Dharma & Religion: new papers likely at DU's Hindu Studies CentreThe Delhi University's Centre for Hindu Studies is proposing to introduce six new elective papers including Introduction to Vedic Literatur...
- Our vasanas demystified
Vasanas, subtle impressions from Upanishads and Bhagwad Gita, shape desires and destiny per Chandogya Upanishad's karma cycle.
PM Modi condoles Sanskrit scholar Govindacharya's demise"Vidyavachaspati Bannanje Govindacharya Ji will be remembered for his great contributions to literature. His passion towards Sanskrit and K...
Michael Stipe finds new way to connect with India: The UpanishadsIn a recent interview, the singer granted readers a rare peek into his current projects and routine.
I am reading Upanishads, Gita to take on RSS, BJP: Rahul GandhiTaking potshots at Narendra Modi, he said BJP men were under the impression that the "entire universal knowledge" came out of the Prime Min...
- Leapfrog to satori
The most famous frog jump in Indian tradition occurs in the Mandukya Upanishad. With barely 12 verses, it is the shortest of the Upanishads.
Satisfaction of the soulIn the Upanishads though, the soul or higher Self, and the personality or lower self, are compared to two birds sitting on the same tree wi...
You are thatIn the beginning was the Word, says one account of Genesis. Another one talks of Big Bang at the beginning of creation.
Right versus Wrong choiceLast week, while accepting the Dhirubhai Ambani Lifetime Achievement Award conferred on him in Mumbai, renowned chemist C N R Rao narrated ...
- Wen quotes Upanishads, praises Mahatma
Visiting Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao virtually launched a charm offensive as he quoted the Upanishads, praised Mahatma Gandhi saying he has ...