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Where Rivers Meet and Wisdom Flows: A Journey Through the Living Traditions of Sanatana Dharma
September 13, 2026September 13, 2026TEMPLE TRAILBy Pradeep Krishnan2 0

Where Rivers Meet and Wisdom Flows: A Journey Through the Living Traditions of Sanatana Dharma

Journeying through Kudli, Sakthapuram, Hariharapura and Sringeri, this pilgrimage explores Karnataka’s sacred geography as a living continuum of worship, knowledge and Guru Parampara. From river confluences and ancient temples to Vedic learning and the grace of Sharadamba, the journey reveals how Sanatana Dharma is preserved not merely in monuments but through living practices, institutions and traditions. It becomes an encounter with Bharat’s enduring civilisational memory, where nature, devotion and knowledge converge.

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Shastriya Position on Adhikara in Karmakanda
September 09, 2026September 9, 2026ESSAYBy Shashank Poddar4 0

Shastriya Position on Adhikara in Karmakanda

What do the Shastras say about who is qualified to perform Karmakanda? This article examines the principles of karma, adhikara, vidhi and nishedha, drawing extensively on Shruti, Smriti, Itihasa and Agama sources. It particularly examines the Shastriya position on women serving as Purohita, Acharya or Archaka, distinguishing prescribed svadharma from modern notions of unrestricted eligibility. The article argues that Dharma is to be understood and practised through the framework of Shastra-ordained adhikara and svadharma.

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Elements of Indian Knowledge Systems and Heritage – A Review
September 05, 2026September 5, 2026BOOK REVIEWBy Bhavesh Rohira1 0

Elements of Indian Knowledge Systems and Heritage – A Review

Exploring the book ‘Elements of Indian Knowledge Systems and Heritage’, this review highlights the book’s distinctive presentation of Indic thought through the idea of cycles and the preservation of ṛtam-satyam. From dharma and the four states of consciousness to yoga, vidyā, kalā, puruṣārthas and aesthetics, the review traces how the book connects seemingly diverse aspects of Indian civilisation. Its use of analogies and practical activities makes complex concepts accessible while presenting IKS as an interconnected way of life.

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The Gaze and the Garment: A Dharmic Reflection
August 28, 2026August 28, 2026PERSPECTIVEBy Sireesha Betha4 0

The Gaze and the Garment: A Dharmic Reflection

This essay examines the Dharmic dimensions of gaze, self-presentation, and sensory restraint through the concepts of indriya-nigraha and viveka. Drawing upon the Bhagavad Gītā and the principles of deśa, kāla, and pātra, it distinguishes involuntary perception from deliberate conduct and moral agency. The discussion moves beyond simplistic notions of blame to consider the reciprocal responsibilities of individuals sharing a social space. It argues that Dharma neither denies human impulses nor permits them to govern conduct, but calls for conscious regulation, contextual discernment, and responsibility. Ultimately, the essay proposes that both seeing and being seen carry ethical dimensions within a Dharmic framework.

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The Enigma of Bhakti
August 14, 2026August 14, 2026POETRYBy Pornima Rajkarne5 0

The Enigma of Bhakti

This poem by Pornima Rajkarne traces the relationship shared by the author with Bhakti, one of the important paths of Adhyatma. She weaves together her personal experiences, fieldwork insights, and the academic discourse of Bhakti in this piece.

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‘Saraswati’s Intelligence’ by Vamsee Juluri – A Review

Vamsee Juluri's book is a page-turner, a great example of creative reimagining done right.
It cannot easily be categorised as per conventional genres. Depending on individual inclination, it can be classified as spiritual, based on passages dealing with the questioning of the nature of Dharma; action-packed thriller, given the battle scene depictions and wars waged; or 'mythological', since despite being based on living Devatas, it is a fictional representation of them; and very different from the stories we were raised on.

In POETRY

Diwali, or The Second Exile

Lord Rama is still barred from returning to his birthplace, thereby prolonging the agony of his worshippers.

In ESSAY

Buddha, Caste and Environment

The Buddha realised that the future of any civilisation depended on its relationship with Nature.

In BOOK REVIEW

Why all religions are not the same

A synopsis of "The heathen in his blindness", in which Professor S. N. Balagangadhara demolishes the idea of analyzing non-Abrahamic cultures through the western religious framework obsessed with theory-making.

In ESSAY

For the Love of Nature

Nature as the Divine Looking back as far as we can see, in the Rig Veda we find Earth and...

In ESSAY, PERSPECTIVE

Hindu Renaissance And Significance Of Shakti Worship

The article analyzes the importance of Shakti worship for achieving the goal of decolonizing and rejuvenating the collective consciousness of India.

In BOOK REVIEW

“Hindu Society under Siege” by Sitaram Goel : A Review

Sita Ram Goel’s "Hindu Society Under Siege" is a compelling analysis of the historical, cultural, and ideological challenges confronting Hindu society. Shri Goel examines how residues from foreign invasions—Islamic, British, and colonial ideologies—continue to undermine Hindu unity and cultural revival. A profound exploration of India’s civilizational ethos, the book calls for Hindus to unite and reclaim their heritage.

In ESSAY, DEBATE, HISTORY

Hindu, Hinduism, Hindutva – Part 1

Who exactly is a ‘Hindu’ and what are ‘Hinduism’ and ‘Hindutva’? Does it mean the land (geography), ancestral roots (history), or a shared culture?
Dr. Pingali Gopal tackles this proverbial bull by the horns, systematically looking at attempts to define and distinguish ‘Hinduism’ and ‘Hindutva’ by Western thought, the Indian liberal elite, and practising Hindus.

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The cut-off date in the Mahābhārata debate

Astronomical evidence that squarely places the dating of the Mahabharata to the 2nd millennium BCE is being ignored by those who rely on it to place the epic even earlier.

In BOOK REVIEW

On the meaning of the Mahabharata – Early Rebuttal to German Indology (Part 1)

A book that gives us a whole new understanding of the depths of the Mahabharata.

In ESSAY

Freedom for temples, not parole.

We want freedom for temples, not parole.

In BOOK REVIEW

The Story of Islamic Imperialism in India – Part 2

The ruthless campaign by Islamic tyrants was met with fierce Hindu resistance at every step.

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Atman, Yoga and the Spirit molecule

A look into the world of consciousness from a yogic and research oriented viewpoint.

In ESSAY

Garuda – A Unique Amalgamation of Power, Royalty, Divinity & Faith

This article, discusses Garuda, the vehicle of the mighty Vishnu; his presence and influence in iconography and symbology in Bharat and beyond.

In TRAVELOGUE

Poetry in stone – Mahabalipuram Part II

The magnificence of the various monuments and temples at Mahabalipuram have to be seen to be believed.

In TRAVELOGUE

Varadaraja Perumal Temple – Kanchipuram (Part 2)

A temple where Lord Vishnu’s manifestation as Athi Varadar rises from his Anant Saras after every 40 years to bless his devotees

In COMMENTARY, HISTORY, Temple

How long did the demolition of the Kashi-Vishwanath Temple take?

In this paper, D Shrinivas uses the Maasir-i-Alamgiri of Saqi Mustad Khan to determine the dates on which the order for the destruction was given and the time it took for the destruction to actually be carried out. Based upon the above he hypothesizes about the resistance that Aurangzeb’s military likely faced from the local Hindu populace while carrying out the orders to destroy this Hindu temple.

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In Search of the Source of the Bhāgīrathī

Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose's journey to discover the locks of Mahādeva.

In CONVERSATION

Indic civilization and knowledge

Pandit Vamadeva Shastri (Dr David Frawley) speaks with us about his journey into Hinduism and Indic knowledge traditions.

In ESSAY

Meditation, Yoga and Science

A modern scientific understanding may help people understand the 'Singularity' which Indian yogic masters have been talking about for centuries.

In TRAVELOGUE

Hampi – Poetry in stone

The ruins of Hampi are a testament to the grandeur of the glorious Vijayanagara Empire and its unsurpassed architectural brilliance.

In BOOK REVIEW

‘The Imperishable Seed’ By Bhaskar Kamble – A Summary Review

Dr. Pingali Gopal reviews 'The Imperishable Seed' By Bhaskar Kamble, a theoretical physicist from IIT Kanpur and presently a data scientist in Germany.
The linear progression of history from a primitive past to an advanced future, deeply entrenched in western philosophy, embeds itself in Indians even today as a classic case of ‘colonial consciousness’. Bhaskar has done a brilliant job of describing the history of mathematics, a much ignored subject in our educational systems,  and tracing the roots of many subjects to the genius mathematicians of ancient and mediaeval India.

In TEMPLE TRAIL

Somnathpura Symphony

Exploring the unique beauty of an architectural wonder built by the Hoysalas, which was destroyed by Malik Kafoor's army in medieval times.

In COMMENTARY

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