M Vinay Rao “Gandhiji”—haven’t most of us heard that name all our lives? Over the years, it has carried different meanings and emotions. I have formed my own understanding and perceptions of the name—ones that evolved based on the circumstances in which I encountered a particular “Gandhi.” As time passed, the feelings attached to the…
In the theatre of geopolitics, nations are tested not only by visible adversaries but also by unseen forces seeking to derail their rise. India, on its path to becoming a global power under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, has faced such covert challenges. Yet in these moments of uncertainty, unlikely friendships and quiet interventions emerge, reshaping…
Does India need the Asia Cup trophy to prove to future generations that it won the tournament in Dubai? Really, is this some notarised affidavit to be produced before a sceptical grandson in 2075? ‘Look beta, here is the original Cup, hence your grandfather is telling the truth’. Absolute nonsense. Victories are written on the…
A Legacy of Determination and Excellence in Indian Cricket Gopal Bose, born on May 20, 1947, in Kolkata, was an Indian cricketer who represented Bengal in domestic cricket and played one One Day International for India. Though his international career was brief, Bose left an indelible mark on Bengal cricket and Indian domestic cricket during…
When Dronacharya was entrusted as the preceptor of both the Pandavas and the Kauravas, the princes, in the order of age as tradition demanded, introduced themselves before him. In keeping with ancient practice, he asked them, “After the completion of your training, who among you shall fulfill my aspiration at command?” The Kauravas stood in…
Today is Vijaya Dashami Vijayadashami, also known as Dasara, is a major Hindu festival celebrated at the end of Navratri every year. It is observed on the 10th day of Navaratri in the Hindu calendar month of Ashvin. Vijayadashami is celebrated as the victory of Lord Rama over the demon Ravana and also the triumph…
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday increased Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) by 3 per cent for about 49.19 lakh central government employees and 68.72 lakh pensioners. The DA/DR increase of 3 per cent over the existing rate of 55 per cent of the basic pay/pension to compensate against the price rise…
Providence (Guyana): West Indies head coach Daren Sammy believed that his side had the bowling arsenal to take 20 wickets in a Test match in India and hoped that his side could take some inspiration from what New Zealand were able to do last year on the Indian shores. New Zealand became the first team…
Bhubaneshwar: The Odisha government has put on alert all districts in the wake of forecasts of heavy rainfall, owing to a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, officials said on Wednesday. In a bulletin, the IMD said “a well-marked low-pressure area” prevails over the west-central Bay of Bengal. “It is likely to move northwestwards…
Though Vijay Dashami is celebrated as the victory of good over evil, the actual battle is not merely between the two. From the Vedantic point of view, the victory is of the absolute reality over apparent duality. Mother Divine, or pure consciousness, pervades all forms and names. Recognizing the one divinity in every form and…
