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
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.

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.

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.

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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Sanskrit – A Language of Integral Perfection
The sheer depth and fecundity of Sanskrit makes it a peerless language which deserves much exploration.
Kashi Vishwanath: A temple that captures the Hindu spirit
A peek into history helps one understand the present condition of the Kashi Vishwanath temple and what Hindus have had to endure.
Rama: King whose relationships suffered due to his status
Rama, the absolute king, carried a heavy mantle as His feelings for His wife, brothers and sons were crushed under the crown He never sought.
Understanding Indian Economy: Ancient To Modern – Part 2
Part 1 of this series was a summary of the ancient Indian economy. In this part, we shall look at the mediaeval economy of India, which began with the fall of the Gupta dynasty in the 7th century CE and finally culminated with the beginning of the Delhi Sultanate in the 13th century CE. This part also covers the important rise of Europe in dominating the world order through its colonial expansion and how it specifically impacted India too.
कृष्ण से भगवान तक
श्री कृष्ण की भक्ति, ज्ञान और योग के सिद्धांतों को सहजता प्रदान करती है और आधुनिक युग में विशेषतः सहायक
On Secularism And Its Adoption By The Indian State
Indian courts today are actively employing a method, created by the Christians and for the Christians, in matters related to Hinduism.
Effects of Colonization on Indian Thought – Part 1
The country’s so-called elite, whose mind had been shaped and hypnotized by their colonial masters, always assumed that anything Western was so superior that in order to reach all-round fulfilment, India merely had to follow European thought, science, and political institutions.
Arya and Swastika
Maligned and associated with the Nazis, the Swastika symbol and the Aryan people have long been the sufferers of anti-Hindu rhetoric.
Book Review: ‘SIVASYA KULAM: Decoding Caste, Untouchability And White Man’s Burden’ By MVNL Sudha Mohan
This book by Sudha Mohan breaks many of the myths surrounding the ‘caste system’. A deep study of the book helps one to realize that the various groups across the country—the ‘forward’ castes, the ‘backward’ castes, the ‘scheduled’ castes, and the scheduled ‘tribes’ are the diverse jatis with all kinds of practices, an array of flowers in the same garden of India as Hindus.
Secularism Was Never Ours: The Wrong Word for the Wrong Country
What does “secularism” really mean, and does the concept fit India’s civilizational experience? In this essay, Kshiteesh Sharma traces the origins of secularism to specific Christian conflicts in Europe and argues that the term was later transplanted into India without regard for its distinct dharmic traditions. Examining the history of the 42nd Amendment, temple administration, and differing state approaches to religious communities, the article questions whether India’s current model is truly neutral or a legacy of colonial categories. Ultimately, it calls for a re-examination of governance through indigenous concepts such as Dharma and Rajadharma rather than imported frameworks.
The story of Rama in the Granth Sahib
Sri Rama's dharmic existence served as the guide for the Gurus while composing the Granth Sahib.
“Quit or die!” – Gandhi warns Hindus
'Direct Action Day' was a call for a show of strength by the Muslim League. The secularist narrative, instead of condemning the perpetrators of violence, blames Hindu intellectuals and spiritual leaders, who were either far away from the scene or dead when the 'Great Calcutta Killings' took place.
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Chandori’s secret
Severe droughts in Maharashtra led to a surprise discovery of beautiful temples on the Godavari basin that give a fascinating account of the region's history.
Caste-System – Pointers for the social media world
A poor understanding of the caste system puts Indians on the backfoot as they fumble when the topic is brought up.
The problem of evil – A Vedantic perspective
The problem of good and evil stems from a dualistic view of the Universe that sees the creator as a separate benevolent being personally dispensing justice from the heavens.
The textbook vision of Indian History
The vision of history propagated by the school and college textbooks in India is a caricature of the real past, explicitly serving the political goals of Marxism.
Palani – A grand pilgrimage to Murugan’s abode(Part 2)
The many intricate stories attached with sages shows the importance of Murugan's abode for the devotees.
कृष्ण प्रेम (Krishna's love)
श्री कृष्ण के प्रति अटूट प्रेम, मानवता और आध्यात्मिकता के बीच के गहरे सम्बन्ध को दर्शाता है।
Subhas Bose vindicated
The contribution of Bose in reigniting the desire for independence far surpasses Gandhi's decade old efforts.
The Unrecognized Architects of India’s Mediaeval Glory – Lokamahadevi and Trailokyamahadevi
Did you know that the Virupaksha and Mallikarjun Temples in Pattadakal were built by queens? Lokamahadevi and Trailokyamahadevi, queens of the Chalukya dynasty, commissioned these temples, originally named Lokeshvara and Trailokyeshvara. Their remarkable contributions include administrative roles and cultural patronage, such as commissioning the Virupaksha Temple, modeled after the Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple.
The Ancient Barabar Caves near Gaya
The Mauryan era Barabar Caves of the Ajivika sect are perhaps the oldest man-made caves in India.
Do you know your India?
Indians are generally either unaware or misinformed about their civilization and how it shaped the world historically.
Thillai Nataraja – The Regenerative Force of Life
The boundless Shakti present in Chidambaram helps our consciousness to come out of its slumber and start the regeneration process.
The Military Genius of Babu Kunwar Singh
One of the most accomplished military leaders of the First War of Independence, Babu Kunwar Singh, feared by the British more than any other, did not get his due in recorded accounts.
This post is an analysis of his methods as well as victories, establishing his military genius.
