Authors' surprise for readers on Durga Puja

Authors of earlier vintage have seen and used cellphones. But, when it comes to translate their ideas into Internet lingo, they find themselves in the most difficult situation. Chat rooms, buddies and SMSs are like Latin and Greek to them.

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Siddha Yoga conquers incurable diseases

Guru Siyag’s Siddha Yoga can save mankind from many deadly diseases like cancer, arthritis, AIDS, etc. He describes Siddha Yoga as a process based on the solid principles of Vedic science that aims in the complete development of human beings.

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The chocolate story

The chocolate story started when a young girl of only 17 years of age, Nikita Malhotra took up various courses in chocolate-making. She eventually started making chocolates at home and selling them to her friends and family.. more on The chocolate story

Eid flowers for your loved ones

Show your love and affection on this day of Eid, show love and respect for your loved ones. With beautiful Eid flowers and other gifts you can convey your message to your loved ones. maria. more on Eid flowers for your loved ones

Nahur station needs to be adopted

Nahur station needs a godfather to tend to it. Its location demands that it be beautified and its uniqueness preserved. Any corporate house adopting the new station and maintaining the lawns and greenery near the station will be a welcome move.. more on Nahur station needs to be adopted

The Bengali 'adda' - II

An 'adda' can be termed as a 'valve' that provides release to your pent-up feelings against the system. The local 'addas' usually focus on neighborhood issues like what sort of cultural programme will be suitable to welcome a son of the soil from abroad. more on The Bengali 'adda' - II

Indian auto-rickshaw drivers: A desperate lot

Auto drivers, the navigators of the cities, are often looked down upon by the people and the reward that they receive in return is very poor. We need to address their grievances and ensure that they get what they deserve.. more on Indian auto-rickshaw drivers: A desperate lot

The Bengali adda - III

Addas were a form of brainstorming. The addas helped release thoughts that lay dormant beneath a veneer of seriousness. There emerged ideas that resulted in the beginning of an epic or that sowed the seeds of a novel in the mind of its recipient.. more on The Bengali adda - III

Globalisation is gender-insensitive

The dominant gender is against the present wave of globalisation. It is felt that the globalisation process and practices have not factored in the gender issue. Globalisation and gender equality are mutually conflicting concepts.. more on Globalisation is gender-insensitive

Let's break the barriers of our own little worlds

We tend to fatten in our bodies. But that's no real danger. When, along with our bodies, we also fatten in the skull, that's where the real danger is posed. We always think ourselves as per our religion but never as Indians. more on Let's break the barriers of our own little worlds

Love or love-marriage, what lasts?

People fall in love, get married, and then either they live happily ever after or pretend they are still head over heels in love with their partners. But sooner or later, they realise the developing discords in their relationships and part ways.. more on Love or love-marriage, what lasts?

An India without Indianness

What an Indian’s life would become if we tolerate the intolerance towards diversity, which has been the USP of India? With the Thackeray menace on in Maharashtra, India would soon become this way....Stop regionalism.. more on An India without Indianness

The politics of fashion

While good looks certainly do not matter in politics, an attractive politician is sure to remain the cynosure of all eyes. Good looks coupled with a right dressing sense definitely makes for a heady combo in a politician.. more on The politics of fashion

The politics of fashion

While good looks certainly do not matter in politics, an attractive politician is sure to remain the cynosure of all eyes. Good looks coupled with a right dressing sense definitely makes for a heady combo in a politician.. more on The politics of fashion

Rock On ranks number 13 on iTunes

Music knows no boundaries and this is evident from the burgeoning success of Rock On's music worldwide. The music album stood at number 13 on iTunes US World Music chart. Its robust rock soundtrack was created by composer trio Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy.. more on Rock On ranks number 13 on iTunes

Alimony: The Trojan horse of matrimony

Alimony, although designed to protect destitute non-earning spouse from a divorce, of late has become the motivator for the same. In today’s dynamic socio-economic scenario, alimony has become the Trojan horse of matrimony.. more on Alimony: The Trojan horse of matrimony

'Faith', the healing power of mankind

Faith is the shoulder, on which one can cry out their discouraged feelings and in return – gets the boon of hope which alters one's failure into an everlasting success. Yes this is what, faith means to a person who wants to achieve success in life.. more on 'Faith', the healing power of mankind

Green paradise

Two trees held in great religious reverence, adorn the backyard of our house. This green thicket, which is a rarity in concrete cities, infuses a serenity in the ambiance. But often empirical interests become a barrier to these nature's wonders.. more on Green paradise

Follow traffic rules: Help save a life

Every day people die on the roads due to reckless driving, speeding, etc and we blame the government for failing to provide good roads. But as responsible citizens, we can make the roads safer for all by simply following some basic traffic rules.. more on Follow traffic rules: Help save a life

Sweat more for battling asthma attacks

In a recent study carried out by researchers from America it was discovered that persons who are active and prone to sweating have some inbuilt protection from exercise induced asthma attacks. Around 56 cases of healthy people were studied. more on Sweat more for battling asthma attacks

It's no crime to be gay

Gays are neither other worldly nor are they asocial and anti-cultural. They are human beings with a different make and attitude, the same way that others are. I would rather call them differently abled community.. more on It's no crime to be gay

Studio 309 organised birthday bash for Ishant Sharma

India's pace battery, Ishant Sharma turned 20 this year on September 2. Studio 309 organised a grand birthday bash for him at New Delhi's Le Meredien hotel, which was attended by his family members, friends and teammates like MS Dhoni, V Sehwag. more on Studio 309 organised birthday bash for Ishant Sharma

Gautam is gay. Are you?

Gays in India are slowly getting social acceptance though obstacles remain. They are becoming increasingly outspoken. Here is an anecdote of a gay about how he struggled to proclaim his sexual orientation in the society.. more on Gautam is gay. Are you?

Gautam is gay. Are you?

Gays in India are slowly getting social acceptance though obstacles remain. They are becoming increasingly outspoken. Here is an anecdote of a gay about how he struggled to proclaim his sexual orientation in the society.. more on Gautam is gay. Are you?

Gautam is gay. Are you?

Gays in India are slowly getting social acceptance though obstacles remain. They are becoming increasingly outspoken. Here is an anecdote of a gay about how he struggled to proclaim his sexual orientation in the society.. more on Gautam is gay. Are you?

Paid in full with one glass of milk

The good deed you do today may benefit you or someone you love at the least expected time. If you never see the deed again, at least you have made the world a better place. And, after all, isn't that what life is all about?. more on Paid in full with one glass of milk

Does the media care about social issues?

As questions are raised on how efficiently Indian media is covering social issues, a seminar was organised jointly by the BBC World Service and MCRC, Jamia Millia Islamia to debate the issues of media's obsession and responsibility. more on Does the media care about social issues?

Women self-help groups bring economic uplift

Many women self-help groups in rural India have motivated thousands of uneducated women to work in community like Anganwadi to achieve financial independence. This gives them individual identity and courage to stand up against domestic violence. more on Women self-help groups bring economic uplift

Rishton ki jama punji: Banks and social capital

n an earlier era, banks would open for just four hours – typically from 10 am to 2 pm and banking could be done only at the branch where you had an account. The accounts would be maintained manually and we had to wait endlessly for the transaction. more on Rishton ki jama punji: Banks and social capital

Think about teachers on Teacher’s day

Right from the kindergarten days, the teachers take care of the growing needs of the children. It's the teachers, who impart knowledge on subjects that help the students become well armed to tackle the world on their own, when they come of age.. more on Think about teachers on Teacher’s day

True teachers please stand up on Teachers’ Day

In India, teachers are also called as gurus, a dispeller of darkness and a torch bearer. A teacher awakens the human potential of learning and self-realisation among students. Thus, a true teacher is supposed to enlighten the minds of his students.. more on True teachers please stand up on Teachers’ Day

Remembering teachers on Teachers' Day

A teacher is the first person after parents, who introduces the child to this wonderful world. She not only teaches the child, but also shapes his destiny and inculcates virtues in him. Teaching still forms the basis of all professions.. more on Remembering teachers on Teachers' Day

The great Onam market bonanza

Onam is celebrated with pomp and gaiety in Kerala. Interestingly, it is looting time for industry as market majors prepare their grand design for a final onslaught on the minds of consumerist Kerala with an array of discounts and irresistible offers. more on The great Onam market bonanza

Teachers who cared!

One of the kids of a teacher couple failed during a particular year. The kid had to be detained. The parents did not try to exert any influence on the Principal or the class teacher. If the kid was not up to the mark, he would be detained. more on Teachers who cared!

Baltal: The land of contention

Baltal, once a pristine valley, is being degraded by the rising tide of religious tourism. Shorn of all religiosity and the politics over the transfer of land, one cannot but pity the loss of the valley that was a gift of nature for us to cherish.. more on Baltal: The land of contention

Citizen journalism should be promoted

Some sections of the traditional media are increasingly losing their adversarial position. They are no longer the harbinger of progressive and democratic values that they used to be – they are no longer the defenders of the rights of citizenry. more on Citizen journalism should be promoted

Triune brain: Its link with evolution, spirituality

Man continues to evolve, as per to the evolutionary consciousness theory, through carrying in our psyche, traces of the whole consciousness of our evolution, all previous births and their experiences stored as Ojas, a Sanskrit word meaning 'vigour'.. more on Triune brain: Its link with evolution, spirituality

Lord Ganesh and his modaks

Modaks, the favourite food of Lord Ganesh, are an important offering without which the Ganesh festival is incomplete. These are prepared in different ways - some are stuffed while others can be made from khava/mava.. more on Lord Ganesh and his modaks

Are we losing respect for our elders?

In today's fast moving world, we seem to have lost respect for our elders in pursuit of chasing our dreams. When a child grows up, instead of taking up the responsibility, it often backs out. As a result, his parents end up in some old age homes.. more on Are we losing respect for our elders?

Ganapati bappa morya

Bal Gangadhar Tilak, during the days of freedom struggle, used the platform of Ganapati pujas to unite the masses against the British. Tilak is not with us today but the tradition he started remains.. more on Ganapati bappa morya