Kashi: Kashi, also known as Varanasi, is one of the oldest living cities in the world and is revered as a sacred religious center. Often called the city of temples, its ghats and narrow lanes are dotted with ancient shrines where devotees perform daily rituals and offer prayers. In recent days, however, social media has … Read more
Vitamin B12: Being vegetarian is a healthy and ethical lifestyle choice, but it can sometimes come with hidden nutritional challenges. One of the most common concerns among vegetarians is Vitamin B12 deficiency. If you often feel tired, weak, forgetful, or experience tingling in your hands and feet, low Vitamin B12 levels could be the reason. … Read more
The Untold Story of India’s Partition: The year 1947 remains one of the most decisive—and painful—chapters in Indian history. India finally achieved independence after centuries of British rule, but that freedom came with a devastating cost: Partition. Along with independence came bloodshed, displacement, and a wound that still shapes South Asia today. At the center … Read more
Makar Sankranti: Makar Sankranti is one of the most significant festivals in India, celebrated every year in mid-January. Unlike most Indian festivals that follow the lunar calendar, Makar Sankranti is based on the solar calendar, which makes its date almost fixed—usually January 14 or 15. This festival marks a powerful transition in nature, spirituality, and … Read more
Makar Sankranti in Mithila: Makar Sankranti is celebrated across India as a festival of harvest, solar transition, and spiritual renewal. However, in the Mithila region of Bihar, the festival takes on a deeply emotional and culturally rich form known as Tila Sankarayat. Rooted in centuries-old traditions, this celebration reflects not only devotion and gratitude but … Read more
Shattila Ekadashi 2026: According to the Vedic Panchang, Shattila Ekadashi will be observed on 14 January 2026, coinciding with the auspicious festival of Makar Sankranti. This rare and spiritually powerful combination makes the day extremely significant for devotees of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. Shattila Ekadashi is dedicated to the worship of Shri Hari and … Read more
Lohri: In North Indian culture—especially in Punjab—the first Lohri after marriage is not just a festival; it is a powerful symbol of new beginnings, acceptance, prosperity, and blessings. For a newly married couple, this Lohri marks their official entry into family life, social traditions, and shared responsibility. But why is the first Lohri treated with … Read more
Lohri Festival Explained: Every January, bonfires blaze across North India as people gather to celebrate Lohri—a vibrant winter festival filled with music, dance, sesame sweets and warmth. Most people associate Lohri with bonfire gatherings, dhol beats, rewari, and girgit dances, but its roots go much deeper than just cultural fun. In fact, Lohri is a festival … Read more
Dulla Bhatti: Every winter, as Lohri bonfires light up the night skies of Punjab, voices rise together in folk songs that carry a name many sing but few truly understand — Dulla Bhatti. For generations, Lohri celebrations have echoed with verses remembering Dulla Bhatti, a man who never ruled an empire, wrote no books, and … Read more
