9th May 2024: Akshaya Trutia is the holy festival celebrated among the Hindus and Jains around the world, a festival brimming with significance and promise. This year, Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akti or Akha Teej, falls on May 10th, heralding a day of auspicious beginnings and timeless blessings. Akshaya Tritiya derives its name from […]
8th May 2024: On May 8th, we commemorate the birth anniversary of Swami Chinmayananda Saraswati, a revered spiritual thinker and authority on the Vedanta system of Indian philosophy. Born as Balakrishnan Menon into an aristocratic family in Kerala, India, on May 8, 1916, and died August 3, 1993, in San Diego, California, U.S., Swami Chinmayananda’s […]
– Surya Pillai Imagine being able to reach paradise in just 2 to 3 hours. Especially one of India’s lesser-known areas in the Arabian Sea – the stunning Lakshadweep. This hidden gem of natural beauty captured everyone’s interest after Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a visit and spent hours admiring its beauty. This stunning […]
– Surya Pillai The iconic saree, originating from South Asia, embodies generations of tradition, culture, and everlasting grace. With a history steeped in richness, a myriad of styles to choose from, and its lasting impact on the fashion scene, the saree stands as a timeless emblem of femininity and sophistication. The Heritage of the Saree: […]
– Surya Pillai Sibling rivalry, a common occurrence in families everywhere, dates back to the beginning of having siblings. From the biblical story of Cain and Abel to present-day siblings, the mix of emotions, rivalry, and shared resources continues to drive this long-standing dynamic. Despite the difficulties it brings, there is a chance for parents […]
Pic credit: Jasmine Carter/Pexels -Surya Pillai 19th April 2024: The digital age is ushering in a transformation in the institution of marriage, with technology playing a significant role in how couples come together, communicate, and sustain their relationships. From online matchmaking to virtual wedding ceremonies, technology has become a crucial component of the marital experience, […]
– Deva Narayan Across many cultures, religions, and beliefs, the one path mentioned repeatedly to attain divine enlightenment is the vanquishing of the ego. It is an act that is mentioned in every holy text and it is only through this act that a believer finally finds their God. Great sages of history have […]
By Surya Pillai We are all familiar with the term recession, signifying a significant decline in economic activity across the market. However, the concept of silent layoffs, often associated with economic downturns, might not be as widely recognized by many individuals. Silent layoffs, also referred to as silent firings or covert dismissals, are a corporate […]
By Surya Pillai In the constantly changing field of the culinary industry, a recent trend that is quickly gaining popularity is the emergence of cloud kitchens. Alternatively referred to as ghost kitchens or virtual kitchens, these facilities are transforming the process of food preparation, delivery, and consumption. However, what exactly are cloud kitchens and what […]
-Surya Pillai 6th April 2024: The skill of clearing the mind and focusing absolute concentration on a single thought has been given great importance in many cultures, whether it be of the Buddhist monks or the Japanese samurai. Concentrating on a single item is incredibly harder than it looks at first glance, for the […]