By Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik – Author, Speaker, Illustrator, Mythologist The serpent is conspicuous by its absence in Harappan seals and in Ashokan artworks. Serpent worship is not part of Vedic texts. Multi-headed hooded serpents first appear in Buddhist shrines, at Sanchi and Bharhut. They appear as adoring symbols of Buddha. Then, the serpent-gods are shown…
On the serene evening of Aug. 24, Sri Nadabrahma Sangeetha Sabha, Mysuru, transformed into a sanctum of melody as the young violin virtuosos Sumanth Manjunath and Malavi Manjunath mesmerised a packed audience with a performance that radiated brilliance, creativity and heartfelt artistry. Proud inheritors of the legendary Mysore violin tradition, the siblings reaffirmed their stature…
Samaagama 2025, the annual Bharatanatyam Festival, which was presented by Nruthyathi Kalaashaale on Aug. 30 and 31, transformed Ganabharathi’s Ramagovinda Kalavedike auditorium into a vibrant hub of rhythm, devotion and artistry over the weekend. The festival, marking the sixth anniversary of the Academy founded by Anusha Varun, drew art-lovers in large numbers, offering two unforgettable…
By Dr. R. Balasubramaniam Public transport is a miracle of modern civilisation. It reduces traffic, saves fuel and brings diverse groups of people together in one confined, vibrating and often smelly space. But with this noble purpose comes a great peril — The unapologetic loud media consumer. We all know them. They are the ones…
BSS Vidyodaya and Raaga Music Academy have come together in a collaborative initiative to further enrich the vibrant cultural landscape of Mysuru. With several years of experience in organising classical music concerts, the two esteemed institutions have joined hands to establish a sustainable platform for both emerging and established musicians. This collaboration will be presented…
Title : ‘If Only They Knew’ Author : Madhavi N. Gunasheela Year : 2025 Pages : 365 Price : Rs. 502 Publisher : White Falcon Publishing If Only They Knew,’ the debut novel by Bengaluru-based medical practitioner Madhavi N. Gunasheela, is a crime thriller, intertwining nature, culture and mystery, played out in the southern city…
This Dasara, artists from across the State set to create magic with mud Crafted from clay and steeped in centuries of tradition, the captivating art of terracotta murals is set to enchant tourists and art lovers alike at this year’s world-renowned Mysuru Dasara festival. For the first time, the Dasara Fine Arts and Handicrafts Sub-Committee…
By Sadhguru – Founder, Isha Foundation Sadhguru: Youth is life that is still in the making. It is still in a state where it is not too conceited and lost. Youth is a life that suggests hope, seeking and the longing to know the truth about life. The word “truth” has been used in many…
By Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik – Author, Speaker, Illustrator, Mythologist Colonial historians argued the ‘Aryan invasion theory’ that light-skinned chariot-riding people destroyed Harappan cities, conquered India, enslaved local dark-skinned people and created the caste system. To counter this, there was the ‘out of India’ theory popularised by many Brahmins, that Harappa was Vedic, that Aryans were…
By Dr. R. Balasubramaniam There was a time when “fast food” meant waiting 30 minutes for a pizza. You prayed it would not be cold, wrong or delivered to your neighbour. He might take a bite before realising it was not his. Today, we expect dinner in 10 minutes flat — or else. Welcome to…
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