sanskrit
Top cities to celebrate Dussehra, Durga Puja & Navratri in India in 2022
October 4, 2022
The term “Dussehra” has its roots in Sanskrit, where “Dasha” means ten and ‘Hara’ stands for defeat of evil. The festival, meant to mark the victory of Lord Rama over the evil King Ravana, is celebrated on the 10 day of the month when the full moon, also known as Shuk...
Read MoreCurious case of linguicide
February 3, 2020
It is said that one cannot stand in the same river twice, as the water keeps on flowing, this is true for languages as well. Language changes every day.
Read MoreSanskrit newspapers on the verge of extinction?
January 31, 2020
Sanskrit holds a special importance in the global family of languages as it is supposed to be the mother of the entire Indo-European group of languages. Even though efforts are being made, in India and overseas, to revive the language, several Sanskrit media houses in India...
Read MoreBodhisena, the first Indian who voyaged to Japan
June 20, 2018
Bodhisena, the oldest Indian monk, who was a resident of Japan continues to influence the culture in Japan till today
Read MoreComment perdre du poids naturellement à l’indienne
January 31, 2017
Quand le mode de vie moderne nous expose à une prise de poids et que les régimes miracles ne fonctionnent pas, on peut se tourner vers les remèdes indiens ancestraux de l’ayurvéda, qui offrent des solutions simples, durables et bon marché, probablement même déjà disponi...
Read MoreHealthy uses of coconut in India
January 6, 2017
Over generations, Indian homes have been using the goodness of coconut in its various forms. Rich in vitamins, minerals and calories, coconut is considered as a complete food. One fruit can provide you with a daily dose of almost all essential nutrients.
Read MoreIndian classical stalwart M Balamurali Krishna passes away
November 24, 2016
Mangalampalli Balamurali Krishna, the iconic Carnatic vocalist and musician, who was hailed for his creative skills, passed away in Chennai on November 22, at the age of 86.
Read MoreAyurveda, a promise of wellness
November 19, 2016
The ancient Indian system of medicine and treatment has been promising wellness and balance since thousands of years. Here are some tips to understand Ayurveda in greater detail.
Read MoreRemembring Toru Dutt
September 2, 2016
Toru Dutt can undoubtedly be regarded as the first Indian poet, who composed in English and French. W R Goodman writes in his Quintessence of literary Essays “Although a convert into Christianity, Toru Dutt had imbibed the ancient spirit and love of India” Born in 1856, in a ...
Read MoreUNESCO
March 4, 2016
The Permanent Delegation of India to UNESCO has organised on Thursday a special conference with a focus on “Sanskrit, A classical Language- Beyond Heritage” with Indologist, economist and member of the prestigious NITI (National Institution for Transforming India) Aayog, Dr. ...
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