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Karna: The Son of Sun

A glimpse of the most debated character of the epic, Mahabharata. Throwing light on the different facets of his persona and why Karna is still an important figure in the epic.

The Greatest King of Ancient India: Ashok

Know more about the extraordinary journey of King Ashoka of the Maurya Empire of Ancient India along with his contribution to the development of a peaceful ideology for leading an empire.

Vyas – the seer who wrote the epic Mahabharat

Vyas Muni is one of the finest scholars who created and organized almost all the ancient Indian scriptures and even wrote the world’s longest epic Mahabharat, with 100,000 verses.

14 Vidhya

The fourteen types of abodes of knowledge in Hinduism and their relevance

3 Gunas

The three qualities of nature and living beings according to Hinduism.

8 Siddhi

The 8 types of spiritual attainments or Siddhis in Hinduism

9 Graha

The nine planets according to Vedic astrology in Hinduism

9 Nidhi

The nine types of wealth and their relevance according to Hinduism.

9 stages of Bhakti - Devotion

The nine stages of devotion to the lord according to Hinduism and their significance

Adi Shankaracharya – The scholar who created the renaissance of Hinduism

Adi Shankaracharya started the renaissance of Hinduism in the Indian Subcontinent. He also achieved excellence in all the fields of knowledge and made it available to people through scriptures.

Akshaya Tritiya

Akshaya Tritiya is the third day of the bright lunar phase of Vaishakh month.

Ancient Hebrew - A Biblical Language

Annakut

Relevance of the Hindu festival, its history and celebrations

Arthashastra – The handbook for ensuring total control over the state and its various systems

Arthashastra is a classic ancient encyclopedia of different aspects of running a kingdom. It is still relevant with its in-depth insights and futuristic vision for human nature.

Ayurved: An ancient Indian boon to humanity

Ayurved is based on the philosophy that good health and well-being are dependent on a delicate balance of mind, body, and spirit. Its major purpose is to encourage good health, and treatments are often designed for particular medical conditions.

BAL GANGADHAR TILAK: The Maker Of Modern India

Elucidating the contribution and knowledge of one of the most celebrated leaders of Modern India.

Bhangra: the pride of Punjab

Bhangra is a dance of power, force, energy, and grace, according to Bhangra dancers. A sense of absolute freedom and enthusiasm emerges from the self-discipline required to finish the whole routine, encouraging the circuit to develop and prosper.

Bharadwaj – The Saptarishi who gave us the Ayurved

Rishi Bharadwaj is a noted scholar and creator of scriptures on medical science, language, and engineering. He is known as the pioneer of avionics and mechanics, including the Viman Shastra.

Bhrigu – the father of Lakshmi: the goddess of wealth & prosperity

Bhrigu is one of the saptarishi scholars who is known as the father of Goddess Lakshmi. He is also known as the pioneer of predictive astrology that we all practise today.

Brahma

The significance of the supreme Hindu deity of creation

Brihadaranyak Upanishad – The Upanishad that explains the ultimate reality of our existence

The Brihadaranyak Upanishad offers the ultimate knowledge of life and human existence. It also teaches about the different ways of meditation to experience this knowledge.

Chaitra Ghatsthapana

Chaitra Navratri is one of the most important times of the year that celebrates different forms of Goddess Durga.

Chaitra Purnima

It is a sacred day of Purnima means a beautiful full moon day of the Hindu month Chaitra

Chanakya – The scholar who created the Arthshashta

Chanakya is the scholar who created modern-day concepts and principles of politics and administration. His greatest contribution is the scholarly book of economics - ‘The Arthshastra’.

Chanakya Niti – a guidebook for achieving supreme excellence in socio-political strategy

Chanakya Niti is the widely admired handbook of socio-political strategy-making - that is still relevant in today’s time - created by the noted Indian thinker and scholar Chanakya.

Chandogya Upanishad – The Upanishad that shows ways to understand unison with the universe

The Chandogya Upanishad explains the unison of individual life with the universe and the importance of understanding this. It also includes various techniques of meditation to achieve that.

Daily Vedic Pooja

A proper way of practicing daily Vedic Pooja

Dasha

The meaning and types of astrological phases of planet and their positions

Dev Diwali

While Diwali is for humans, Dev Diwali is about gods coming down to earth on this day to celebrate the festival of lights.

Dharmashastra – The set of ethics & laws for the civil society to follow for a prosperous life

Dharmashastra is a category of literature which covers the rights and duties of a person with regard to social and spiritual life. It contains numerous books and manuscripts created by scholars throughout history.

Diti

We know of the devas and the daityas. How did they come to exist? What is the mystery behind their inception?

Durga

The powerful Hindu warrior goddess of strength and courage, birthed to kill Mahishasur, a buffalo demon.

Ekadashi

The significance of the auspicious day of Ekadashi in Hinduism

Eklavya: The Most Devoted Student

A role model for every student, the character and sincerity of Eklavya exhibit commendable characteristics.

Four Ashrams of Hinduism

The four stages of life and their significance according to Hinduism

From Vedas to Space Science

Space science was studied, practiced and widely in use even during Vedic times. Examine the proofs, facts and implementation techniques from Vedic times.

Gangaur

Gangaur Puja celebrates the union and love of Lord Shiva and Parvati.

Ganpati

The divine widely popular elephant headed god associated with knowledge and the son of Lord Shiva.

Gargi

Gargi possessed exceptional brilliance and became knowledgeable in the intricate concepts of all four Veds hence; she was referred as ‘Rishi Gargi'. She was also accorded with the designation of 'Brahma Vadini' and was regarded as being one of the Navaratnas at King Janak’s cour

Garud

Garud is traditionally shown as a powerful warrior with a golden, luminous body, a white face, crimson wings, beak and a crown on his head. This ancient deity is said to have a massive form, huge enough to cover the Sun.

Gayatri

Who is the mother of all creation? Let us try and understand the meaning, significance of Aditi and the eternal cyclic re-birth of the same divine essence.

Gudi Padwa

Gudi Padwa is a new year day for people of the Maharastra and the Konkan region. It is often called Samvatsar Padvo, and is observed on the first day of Chaitra month.

Hanuman

The significance of the Hindu Vanar god, renowned for his superior strength.

Hinduism - A scientific way of life

The significance of Hindu traditions scientifically and how they create a healthy lifestyle

Indus Script

History and evolution of Indus script.

Indus Seals

Examine the Indus seals, their meanings and their significance.

Jyotirling - Mahakaleshwar

The significance of the holy temple built for Lord Shiva in Ujjain

Jyotirling - Rameshwar

The significance of the holy temple built for lord Shiva in Rameshwaram

Jyotirling - Somnath

The significance of the holy temple built for lord Shiva in Somnath

Jyotirling - Triyambak

The significance of the holy temple built for lord Shiva in Trimbak

Kala

The 64 performing art forms of ancient scriptures and their relevance

Kamdhenu

Kamdhenu is also referred as Surbhi. She is a miraculous 'cow of abundance' who provides her owner whatever he desires. She is usually represented as a white cow with multiple deities inhabiting her body. In Sanatan Dharm, all cows are revered as the worldly manifestation of Kam

Karma

The meaning and relevance of actions and deeds in Hinduism

Kartikeya: Gods Lost and Found

Kartikeya is the Hindu god of war, also known as Skanda & Murugan. He is the son of Parvati and Shiva, and the brother of Ganesha.

Kathak: A distinct North-Indian dance form

Kathak is a northern Indian dance that is frequently associated with love. Both men and women take part in it. The movements involve delicate footwork emphasised by 'ghungroo' worn on the ankle and artistic gestures which have evolved from natural body language.

Kena Upanishad

The Kena Upanishad is a Vedic Sanskrit literature that is part of the Samaveda's Talavakara Brahmanam and is classified as one of the primary or Mukhya Upanishads.

Krushna: The Supreme Being

Krushna, often referred to as Krishna, is a Hindu deity. He is revered as Vishnu's eighth avatar as well as the greatest God in his own right.

Kuber

We know that Kuber is considered as the god of wealth. However, our understanding regarding him is limited. They are lost on us; lying buried in the ancient Vedic books.

Laabh Pancham

Business holders of all classes open their offices and shops on this day to start their new accounting year and take a positive and spiritual headstart.

Lalita Sahastra Naamam

1000 names of Hindu Goddess.

Madhubani – The rich art form of India

A 2500-year-old art form that is still revived by the women in the Mithila region of India, it’s a craft that shows intricate craftsmanship and skills par excellence.

Maharishi Gautam

Maharishi Gautam was also the author of the ‘Gautama Dharma Sutra’, which covers almost every aspect of the Hindu Dharm. Hence, in this respect, Maharishi Gautam's Dharm Shastra could well be regarded as the world's oldest law book.

Mandukya Upanishad – The Upanishad that explains true meaning of AUM

The Mandukya Upanishad explains the deep yet common questions about the existence of life and its ultimate resolution through conclusion with the eternal energy, following the AUM principle.

Mathura

Mathura is located in Uttar Pradesh and it is well-known for being Bhagwan Shri Krishna’s place of birth. The Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi is Mathura's principal attraction and a major Hindu pilgrimage site. Due to its densely forested nature, the area was later termed Madhuvan, ther

Meaning and benefits of Gayatri Mantra

The meaning and advantages of the holy Hindu mantra of devotion

Mohiniattam: traditional dance form of Kerala

Mohiniattam has been mentioned in the Natya Shastra and it takes inspiration from the term 'Mohini,' which refers to Lord Vishnu's female avatar during the Amrut Manthan.

Mundak Upanishad – The Upanishad which gave Independent India’s motto Satyamev Jayate

The Mundak Upanishad explains the hierarchy of knowledge and correct ways to achieve the ultimate knowledge of Brahman. It has been cited by numerous scholars throughout the world.

Music of India - Bhajan

Meaning, significance and purpose of this Indian religious music form

Music of India - Lavani

Meaning, significance and purpose of this Marathi folk music and dance

Music of India- Ghazal

Meaning, significance and rules of this Arabic poetry form

Naag Panchami: History and significance

Naag Panchami is a festival dedicated to worshipping snakes. It is celebrated all across India, Nepal and other parts of the world in Hindu communities.

Nakshatra

The meaning and significance of moon positioning to indicate horoscopes in Hinduism

Nirmal Paintings: From the Gifted Land of Arts and Crafts

Know more about the origin and evolution of the most endearing and sparkling form of art prevalent and popular in India for about 400 years.

Nirvana

Meaning and relevance of the highest state of consciousness

Odissi: One of India’s eight oldest classical dance forms

The Odissi dance form is one of India's oldest classical dance traditions. According to engravings found at the Udayagiri Monastery, Odissi was patronised as early as the 2nd Century BC, and the practise continued unabated until the 16th Century AD.

Om the origin

The origin and significance of the sacred symbol of ॐ

Panini – The scholar who gave us the Classical Sanskrit

Panini is the scholar who transformed the Sanskrit language with scientifically developed grammar. Even today, his principles are used to create computer programming languages.

Papmochani Ekadashi Vrat

It is believed that devotees who perform Papmochani Ekadashi meticulously with pure heart and faith will get relieved from their past and present sins by Lord Vishnu’s blessings.

Parshuram Jayanti

Parshuram Jayanti is celebrated as the birthday of Lord Vishnu’s sixth incarnation Lord Parshuram.

Pithora Painting: Versatile & Significant Indian Art

With varied connotations, from a map with symbolic figures to sacred overtones, the art of Pithora paintings exhibits interesting facets of the cultural ethos of the bygone era.

Purpose of Yantras

Meaning, purpose, significance and benefits of religious Yantras

Purushartha - 4 Goals of Hinduism

The four major pursuits of life according to Hinduism, leading towards a peaceful and spiritually content life.

Rajasthani Paintings: A Multitude of Themes and Colors

Discusses and elaborates upon the origin and evolution of the most bright and diversified form of art cultivated in India.

Ram

The hero of the Indian epic Ramayan and his greatness.

Ram Navmi

Ram Navmi celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, who is the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu.

Rashi

The twelve Rashi according to Vedic astrology in Hinduism

Reincarnation

The significance of the process of birth, death and rebirth in Hinduism

Rishi Arundhati

Significance, life journey and teachings of sage Vashishta’s wife

Rishi Kapil

Significance, life journey and teachings of the great Hindu sage Kapil

Rishi Sandipani

Significance, life journey and teachings of lord Krishna’s guru

Rishi Sushrut

Significance, life journey and teachings of the father of surgery in Hinduism

Rudraksh

Rudraksh seeds are harvested from the Elaeocarpus Ganitrus tree. Rudraksh is derived from the words 'Rudra' (Shiv) and 'Aksh', which means 'tears'. Wearing a Rudraksh mala might help people keep their physical and emotional stability.

Sameedh = Offerings to a Yagna

What does Sameedh really mean?

Samskara

The 16 stages of life and their prominence in Hinduism

Saraswati

The supreme Hindu goddess of knowledge, speech and music.

Sattriya: an ancient dance form of Assam

The Sattriya Nritya is the traditional dance form of Assam, where the dancers use hand and facial expressions to portray historical and religious stories of the epics like the Mahabharat and Ramayan.

Sattvic food from Ayurvedic perspective

Foods with Sattva Guna and its benefits according to Ayurveda

Satyanarayan Katha

Satyanarayan Katha is one of the most popular stories that worship Lord Vishnu. Satya = Truth and Narayan = Vishnu. It is an acknowledgement and a recognition of absolute truth. Read it as a story. Celebrate it as a ceremony.

Shiv

The significance of the supreme Hindu deity of destruction.

Shukracharya – who knew Mritsanjivni Mantra which can bring the dead back to life

Shukracharya is a noted guru and a scholar who learned the Mritsanjivni Mantra from Shiva. He protected Danav clan and brought the dead soldiers alive in wars with Dev clan.

Significance of Conch or Shankh in Sanatan Dharma

Shankh or conch is a significant part of the Sanatan Dharma. The Shankh is believed to represent the astronomical movement of the sun, moon, planets, and stars across the sky and is thought to contain cosmic energy inside itself, which is released when it is blown.

Significance of jewellery

Relevance of wearing jewellery in Hinduism and its benefits

Significance of Surya

Why do we revere Sun as a God?

Significance of Vaikunth Ekadashi in Sanatan Dharm

Vaikunth Ekadashi is a significant day, honouring Bhagwan Vishnu. It is believed that those who fast on this day, are forgiven for their past sins and their souls attain Vaikunth Dham after they leave this mortal world.

Sita: The Lady Of Ramayana

Sita is a well-known Hindu Goddess who, in the Hindu epic Ramayana, is the silent symbol of strength. As a wife, daughter, and mother, she exemplifies commitment.

Sudarshan Chakra

Sudarshan Chakra was known as Bhagwan Vishnu's symbol of the cycle of time during the Vedic period. It has the potential to demolish anything that comes into its path. It can rotate thousands of times per second and travel millions of yojans (12kms) in the blink of an eye.

Surgery during the ancient Indian Vedic culture

According to Sushrut, surgery has the potential of generating immediate effects on the human body. It increases the span of life on the Earth by enabling people to successfully perform their duties and keep a consistent degree of proficiency in life.

Surya

We all pray to Sun as God; however, we vaguely understand his significance. Let us try and understand his origins and why he is special to us.

Taittiriya Upanishad – The Upanishad that gave us some of the most-popular Sanskrit shloka

The Taittiriya Upanishad explains the virtues required in life to attain the ultimate knowledge and experience eternal bliss. Many of today's popular Sanskrit shloka are traced back to this Upanishad.

The Caste System

The four social castes of Hinduism and their characteristics

The Iron Man of India: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

One of the most respected and celebrated leaders of India’s freedom struggle, elaborating upon his unsurpassable contribution to the course of Indian history.

The Peepal Tree

The Hindus believe that the Peepal tree houses the souls of ancestors. As a result, anyone who waters the tree on any given day earns Punya and merit for their children. It is also scientifically proven that, the Peepal Tree produces oxygen even at night hence; it is worshipped w

The Pious Art: Tanjore Art

The beautiful and glowing art of the 17th Century is still very popular and appreciated by the masses, as well as art enthusiasts. This style celebrates the rich culture of India.

The Significance of Swastika

The prominence of the sacred equilateral cross symbol across religions and cultures

The Trishul

The Trishul, also known as a 'Mahadev's weapon', has the potential to destroy three realms of illusion: the material world, the realm of past lifetimes (Karma), and the realm of the mind (ego). It provides healing power by virtue of its existence.

Tirupati

The temple of Tirupati Balaji, which is located in Andhra Pradesh, is well-known amongst Hindus. This temple radiates enormous grandeur. It is believed that paying a visit to the Tirupati temple at least once in life ensures success. Every year, visitors and worshippers from arou

Ugadi

Ugadi is a Hindu festival that signifies a new year’s day for the people of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamilnadu.

Ujjain

A city remembered as the abode of Mahakaleshwar temple, Ujjain is a city steeped in history since ages.

Varuthini Ekadashi Vrat

The devotees who follow this vrat will receive protection from Lord Vishnu against all the evil and negative energies.

Vasant Panchami

Vasant Panchami is celebrated on the fifth day of the Hindu month Magha, which signals the end of winter and the arrival of spring. This day is also celebrated as ‘Saraswati Puja’ in many parts of India in devotion to Maa Saraswati.

Vasishtha – one of the greatest scholars in Indian history

Vasishtha is the brightest of the Saptarishi who had achieved all the knowledge of the universe. He is the one who taught Bhagwan Ram about the nature of life and spirituality.

Vedic Gods

Lord Krishna explains where we can find him in 10th chapter of Bhagvad Gita. What's the importance and essence of those elements?

Vedic Gods - Aaditya Vishnu

What is an Aditya? Why is Vishnu the most revered Aditya?

Vedic Microbiology

Let us examine biology and microbiology as they were understood, studied and taught during vedic times.

Vedic Microbiology | Introduction - Part 1

Let us examine biology and microbiology as they were understood, studied and taught during vedic times.

Vedic Microbiology | Introduction - Part 2

Let us examine biology and microbiology as they were understood, studied and taught during vedic times.

Vijaywada

A city in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, Vijayawada is just like any other city, unless you look at its historic past and try to understand the folklores.

Vindhyachal

A small town in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, Vindhyachal is just another town, while it has a humongous importance in the Hindu Vedic religion.

Vishnu

The significance of the Hindu deity of preservation and protection.

Vishnu Avatar: Kurma

Kurma (Sanskrit: "Tortoise") is one of the Hindu god Vishnu's ten avatars (incarnations). It is related to the tale of the ocean of milk churning in this incarnation. This one is the story of Samundra Manthan, or The Churning, that involves all the Gods and Asuras, or Demons.

Vishnu Avatar: Narsimha

Vishnu's fourth incarnation is known as Narasimha. To defeat an Asura king named Hiranyakashipu, the Lord came as a half-man, half-lion. Narasimha is the most powerful of Lord Vishnu's nine avatars.

Vishnu Avatar: Varaha

Lord Vishnu changed into a boar after adopting the Matsya (fish) and Kurma (tortoise) avatars to preserve Mother Earth from drowning in the cosmic ocean. As a result, he created Varaha to safeguard the planet Earth from Hiranyaksha, a demon who had stolen it.

Vrundavan

All of us know the association of Krishna and Vrundavan, but do we really know Vrundavan, other than what is in the lore?

What is Gotra

Meaning and relevance of lineage in Hinduism

What is Nyas and why do it?

Organs of our body allows to experience the outside world. Before we use those organs to pray or to worship, it's important to cleanse them. Senses that we experience through them should be pure and to the fullest. That is bliss.