By Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik – Author, Speaker, Illustrator, Mythologist Diwali in north India celebrates the return of Ram from Ayodhya. Diwali, or rather Deepavali, in south India celebrates the defeat of Narakasura by Krishna. In South Indian traditions, Diwali celebrations take place on the 14th day, that is, on the eve of the new moon…
The Gemini Circus, currently captivating audiences at the Horse Park Grounds near Karanji Lake, is a dazzling blend of nostalgia and thrill. With every act, it rekindles childhood wonder while electrifying spectators of all ages. Rain or shine, applause or silence — the show must go on… The audience is treated to a breathtaking spectacle…
By Dr. R. Balasubramaniam Ah, nostalgia. It is that magic masala that makes the past look better than it probably was. Yesterday’s pav bhaji, eaten on a steel plate with questionable hygiene, somehow tastes better in memory than today’s overpriced avocado toast in a cafe that charges extra for water. Through its rose-tinted lens, the…
Bapuji Children’s Home Trust turns 50 What began as a compassionate response to abandoned babies in the 1970s has grown into a beacon of hope for children and the destitute elderly. Dr. (Mrs.) Anandi Bai Prasad, a Mysuru-based doctor, first opened her heart to new-borns that were abandoned at her maternity home, temples, streets and…
Sadhguru: Being mentally ill is not a joke. It is the most painful thing. If you have physical ailments, you will get everyone’s compassion, but when you have a mental ailment, you will get laughter, unfortunately. This is because it is very difficult to make out when somebody is sick and when somebody is being…
By Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik – Author, Speaker, Illustrator, Mythologist Indian history shapes Hindu myth and Hindu myth shapes Indian history. Here are a few examples of how this happened. Harappan bangles made of shell, clay and metal have been found in disproportionately large numbers, as compared to contemporary civilisations of 2000 BC. Later archaeological sites,…
Medicine has long been a noble profession. Once, doctors were figures of authority. Their advice respected, their judgement trusted and their long hours of training unquestioned. Fast forward to 2024 and practicing medicine sometimes feels like stepping onto the stage of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” — where the points do not matter, the scripts…
From being a semi-finalist at the Miss India pageant in 2004 to walking the ramp and sharing screen space with Priyanka Chopra, Mugdha Veira Godse has carved a journey that goes far beyond glamour. Known for her powerful debut as Janet Sequeira in Fashion (2008), this Marathi ‘mulgi’ (girl) is now embracing a soulful path,…
By S. Narendra The demise of Dr. S.L. Bhyrappa (SLB) at 94 brings back fond memories of our family interactions with the Kannada literary magician, when we were in Mysuru. This was during 1980s. Dr. Bhyrappa used to visit our home ‘Deepti’ in Gangothri HUDCO Layout in Mysuru, at least once in a fortnight while…
By Sadhguru – Founder, Isha Foundation Sadhguru: People keep asking me to bless them that something that they want must happen in their life: “Sadhguru, please bless me, this should happen, that should happen.” I tell them, “My blessing is, may all your dreams not come true.” They get shocked — “Sadhguru, why?” I want…
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