‘Two’ Much In A Name? |
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People have lived in fear ever since the first blasts happened in 1993 -- when political roar and also resolve transformed the name of Bombay to Mumbai. More fear has surfaced with blasts too many ever since. Who is to blame, and who takes responsibility, is not the nitty-gritty of the matter. This is not all. Witness the audacious Terror Attack of July 26/7, shrinking values, corrupt business dealings, and violent films or cinema, catching up among youth -- they all add to our omnipresent angst. Is there a remedy? Yes, there is. It's simple -- tweaking 'Mumbai' to 'Mumbaii.' This could well heal the unwanted 'glitch,' says SRI SUDHINDRA |
Life-Culture
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Pot-Pourri
Music Of The SpheresThe great Indian philosopher-sage Madhvacarya states that one’s psyche can be uplifted from its present grade to a higher plane — either by listening to or through singing. What is astounding is the soul can choose its own melodies, because it is the master of its own destiny. Because, music spiritually upgrades the soul. For one who finds it difficult to chant mantras, singing soulful songs spreads vibrant energy all around, dissipating negative rhythms, and bringing in positive energy.
Children's Upanishabd
The Colourfree PartyIt was Mo’s birthday. She was going to be having a party after school.
Looking Glass
The Sorcerer’s ApprenticePeople from every part of the world, every culture, race or tribe, have believed and practiced magic for time immemorial.
Science-Spirituality
Wheeled EvolutionIt is not necessary that one should possess awesome talent or gift of power to energise the chakras. All one needs to do is — be sensible and sensitive to our subtle levels.
Beyond The Psyche
Dharma: The Way To Righteous LivingA meaningful way of living on the path of righteousness, in truth, honesty in action, sincerity, duty with dignity and integrity, relates to the Sanskrit word, dhri — meaning to uphold or sustain as dharma.
Business-Spirituality
Of Rebound Effect & The IntellectEvery human being, whatever one’s station in life, would agree that there is a Mind and an Intellect with each one of us. It is, therefore, good to keep our eyes and ears open, observe and attempt to mend ways of people around us… calmly, and also patiently, while remembering that the “You are wrong, I am right,” approach may seldom yield expected results.
