Columnist-M.S.Shanker

Charting India’s Path Ahead

It is time for India to reflect on its journey this year (2025) and refocus on priorities that will shape its future. Although 2024 was a year of resilience, achievements, and challenges, it also posed many political hurdles for the Narendra Modi-led NDA government. From economic strides to geopolitical maneuvering, the nation has demonstrated its…

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Slitting ten heads of the demon Raavanasura

Let us understand what are Ten heads of Raavan Kama (Lust) Krodha (Anger) Moha (Delusion), Lobha (Greed), Mada (Pride), Matsar (Envy), Manas (The mind), Buddhi (Intellect), Chitta (Will) Ahamkara (The Ego) Goda’s Tamil Pashuram 13 Pulllinvaay Keendanai-p-pollar Aarakkanai Killikalaindhaanai-k-keerthimai Paadi-p-poi Pillaikal Ellarum Pavai-k-kalam Pukkar Velli Ezhundhu Vyazham Uzhangittru Pullum Silambinakann Podhari Kanninaay! Kullak-kulira-k-kudaindu Neeraadaadhe Palli-k-kidatthiyo…

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King Dasaratha breathed his last

When King Dasaratha confessed the burden of his long-guarded secret to Queen Kausalya, he felt relieved of its oppressive weight, though it had been concealed to spare the queens from distress. With his mind unburdened, the king drifted into the eternal slumber from which no man returns. Kausalya and Sumitra, noticing the king in a…

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Thirupoovanur Sri Kodandarama Temple

Shree Kodandarama Temple is located at Thirupoovanur in the Tiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu.Dedicated to Lord Rama, it is an important site for devotees of Lord Vishnu and is steeped in both architectural beauty and spiritual significance. The temple is believed to have a rich historical and mythological connection to the Ramayana. The Thirupoovanur Kodandarama…

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