Acts of charity are meaningless, unless fortified with love, and, equally important, commitment, to make the subject of our generosity knowledgeable and self-sufficient, says OSWALD PEREIRA Some industrialists spend a fortune for philanthropic causes. Smiles light up the faces of...
REENA SINGH outlines the meditative wisdom in Detox the Mind, a new book on meditation written by Sant Rajinder Singh Maharaj A fortnight ago, I was invited by a close associate of Sant Rajinder Singh, affectionately called Maharaj by his...
We have three European PMs of Indian origin. Should that make us proud? Not really, for we should concentrate instead on taking pride in the achievements of our own democracy and constantly make efforts to better ourselves, says OSWALD PEREIRA...
Be aware of your own strengths to bring meaningful changes in your life, says Strength Finder coach MAJOR NAMRATA DHASMANA It’s in the Toyota DNA that mistakes once done will not be repeated. Akio Toyoda A certain pattern of emotions...
A recent tragic chopper crash in Kedarnath left SHASHI DIP bereft of an extraordinary guide and friend, Kala Ramesh Last Tuesday at the punya bhoomi of Kedarnath, a heart-breaking incident happened that jolted not just me, but the entire country....
Analysing the reasons for religious conflicts, SEEMA SAXENA suggests that we must cease arguing with others’ religious beliefs right away; she cautions that mixing politics and religion is sure to bring some serious consequences All over the world, conflict is...
A kind gesture is sometimes all one needs to be reminded that this too shall pass, says JAYANT JAYNEEL It was the usual ending to my day. I had finished work and was headed back home. After completing my metro...
Shakti is the complementary energy of Shiva Consciousness, says SHILPY AHUJA Shakti manifests as cosmic bodies, bright, colourful galaxies and as the dark dimensions of the universe. On Earth, with the warmth of her golden sunshine, she sustains life. She...
The biggest hindrance in Indian society to dealing with crimes like acid attacks is how we interpret the law of Karma. Erroneously, we believe acid attacks to be the effect of the victims’ karma. Acid attack victims need love and...
