The question of whether Hindus are “awakening from their slumber” has become a recurring theme in public discourse—often raised with emotion, sometimes with apprehension, and frequently with political overtones. Yet, beyond slogans and counter-slogans, this question deserves a calmer, more thoughtful examination rooted in history, demographics, and contemporary global developments. Hinduism—Sanatan Dharma—is not merely a…
The primary purpose of higher education isn’t simply to award students degrees or mold them into a certain mold. Its essence is also to free students from their shackles and develop them into reflective citizens capable of independent thinking. Yet, Indian colleges and universities have implemented a system where classroom attendance is mandatory for every…
In continuation of the previous episodes on “Beat the backache”, in this issue, the modern research that is exploring various other causes, particularly after the COVID-19 epidemic, is being discussed. Blood clots in blood vessels can cause back pain, often severe, especially if the clot forms in the inferior vena cava (IVC) or blocks blood flow to…
The Speaker of the Telangana Assembly occupies a constitutional chair, not a party pulpit. Yet, during a heated exchange on the floor of the House, that distinction appeared dangerously blurred. When the Speaker categorically warned BRS leader Harish Rao that he would not be allowed to speak if he continued to scold the Chief Minister,…
This is an article series. Please read all previous articles before reading this article. The URLs for all previous articles are located in the www.special thoughts section. Last week, we saw some elaboration of the symbolism of Ganapati and his various Anga-s. Now let’s continue from where we left off. The Trunk: The elephant trunk…
The Dharmavyādha, a jewel among men, stood as a living embodiment of simple principles and profound truths. His words, flowing with luminous wisdom, revealed the hidden essence of conduct and the delicate art of inner refinement. The sage Kauśika, seated before him in quiet reverence, listened with unwavering devotion, as the butcher-saint spoke not from…
Rahu Temple is located in Rahuri village in Ahmednagar district, Maharashtra, on the banks of the Mula River.This temple is an important pilgrimage centre connected with the legend of Rahu from the time of Samudra Manthan. The temple is considered ancient, and the faith connected with Rahu here goes back to mythological times. Though the…
Sri Vijaya Puram: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday asserted that Andaman & Nicobar Islands will become a major contributor to the country’s treasury in 10 years. He also expressed optimism that in two years, India will advance to become the third-largest economy in the world from the current fourth. Shah was speaking at…
What reportedly unfolded in Caracas early this morning marks a rupture that the post–World War II international order was meant to prevent. For the first time in decades, the United States has openly acknowledged launching large-scale military strikes inside a sovereign nation in the Western Hemisphere and, by the U.S. President’s own public assertion, capturing…
Caracas: The US has captured Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro and his wife and launched a “large-scale” strike against the country, Donald Trump says. President Donald Trump says the US has carried out a “large-scale strike against Venezuela” and “captured its leader, President Nicolas Maduro” and his wife. Here’s the statement from Truth Social in full:…
