Hinduism
Sant Guru Kabir Das Jayanti
Kabir or Bhagat Kabir was a 15th century Indian mystic poet and saint. Kabir Ji’s compositions influenced the devotion of the Hindi state to a deep level. His writings can also be seen in the […]
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The Aftermath of Operation Blue Star
The operation was considered to be a controversial one as it had severe ramifications for many sections. In the long term, the Sikh community became more assertive about their identity and their place in Indian […]
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39 years on : Wounds that never heal: Remembering Operation Blue Star
The military action at the Golden Temple in 1984 has left a lasting impact on generations of Sikhs, leaving many to try and piece together fragments of painful pasts. It’s been 39 years since the […]
Incredible India
Summer break in Uttarakhand
If you are still looking for a break this summer, head to Dehradun, and check out a few options in the vicinity. Dehradun Like in our case, several hikers and holidaymakers tend to use Dehradun […]
Hinduism
Ganga Dussehra
The festival of Ganga Dussehra is celebrated on the tenth day of the Shukla Paksha of Jyeshtha month. This day is a special day for Hindus as well as all mankind. Ganges Dussehra falls in […]
Incredible India
Rajasthan: The Land of Kings
With palaces that still evoke the grandeur of their regal past, in literally every hamlet, and the Thar desert’s never-ending sand dunes that appear like golden-hued paintings, there’s no shortage of places to visit in […]
Religion
Vat Savitri Vrat
Vat Savitri Vrat is a Hindu festival which is a special festival for married women. This festival is also called Vat Amavasya. This festival is celebrated by married women. In this festival, the married woman […]
Health
6 Medical Problems That Can Mimic Dementia – but Aren’t
Medications, infections and sleep issues can cause you to feel foggy or confused If you’re an older adult experiencing memory lapses, lack of focus or confusion — or you have a loved one with those […]
Misc
On the 40th death anniversary of Prithipal Singh
Remembering the Hockey Wizard: He was a real “King.” Last month I was in Nairobi to witness the Vaisakhi Hockey Tournament organized by Sikh Union, Nairobi, perhaps one of the oldest sports clubs in the […]
Religion
Sikh History This Week- may 12, 2023, to may 18, 2023
12th May 1710 Battle of Chaaper Chheri in which Nawab Wazir Khan was killed. 1979 Calcutta Gurdwara Burnt. 1984 Murder of Sri Ramesh, editor of Hind Samachar. 13th May 1665 Guru Tegh Bahadur reached Bilaspur. […]
Hinduism
Achla or Apara Ekadashi
Ekadashi fasting holds an important place in Hindu religion. Ekadashi of Krishna Paksha of Jyeshtha month is called Achala Ekadashi. Achala Ekadashi is also called Apara Ekadashi. By observing this fast, one gets rid of […]
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Almora: A cozy heritage town nestled in the Himalayas
Set in the background of snow-capped Himalayan ranges of Uttarakhand, the sprawling town of Almora is a beautiful hill station. With easy accessibility from Delhi and other major cities of North India, Almora is known […]
Religion
Sikh History This Week- may 5, 2023, to may 11, 2023
5th May 1723 Jassa Singh Ramgarhia was born. Ramgarhia, son of Giani Bhagwan Singh of Saedbaegh village, Lahore. He was an accomplished scholar of weaponry and an effortfull individual. He together with Nand Singh Sanghani […]
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Ooty: The serene and misty hill station
The most famous hill station south of the Vindhyas, Ootacamund’s resplendent tea plantations and red-roofed bungalows still carry echoes of its colonial past. Originally a densely forested area in the Nilgiri mountains, it was converted […]
Religion
Buddha Purnima
Also known as Buddha Jayanti or Vaisakhi Buddha Purnima or Vesak, the festival of Buddha Purnima is based on the Asian lunisolar calendar and marks the birth of Gautama Buddha. It is celebrated with great […]
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Mizoram: Hidden gem of the North-East
Mizoram is one of the states of Northeast India, with Aizawl as its capital. The name is derived from Mi (people), Zo (hill) and Ram (land), and thus Mizoram implies “land of the hill people”. […]
Hinduism
Mohini Ekadashi
Mohini Ekadashi is a Hindu holy day, which falls on the Shukla Paksha of Vaishakh month or it can be said that Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha of Vaishakh month is called Mohini Ekadashi. It is […]
Hinduism
Janki or Sita Navami
Sita Navami is an important day of Hindu religion. This day is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Goddess Sita. Married women observe a fast on the day of Sita Navami and pray for the […]
India
Keshub Mahindra, Chairman Emeritus, Mahindra Group Passes Away at 99
MUMBAI/NEW YORK (TIP): A late report says Mr. Keshub Mahindra, Chairman Emeritus, Mahindra Group passed away peacefully on April 12 morning. The 99-year-old, nonagenarian, was a well-known philanthropist who redefined good corporate governance in India. […]
India
KidsChaupal Empowers Young Authors with a Spectacular Book Launch Event
NEW DELHI/NEW YORK (TIP): Devendra Jaiswal and KidsChaupal recently hosted a literary event in Delhi. The three young authors were the brand ambassador of KidsChaupal – 17-year-old Tisya Singh from Bengaluru with her debut dystopian […]
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Kudremukh: Close to the nature’s face
Popular and named after a mountainside that resembles a horse’s face, Kudremukh is famous for its biodiversity and scenic beauty. A popular hill-station among the Bangalore crowd, Kudremukh is actually a hill range in the […]
Hinduism
Varuthini Ekadashi
Varuthini Ekadashi, also known as Baruthani Ekadashi, is a Hindu holy day, which falls on the eleventh lunar day of the Hindu month of Chaitra. Varuthini Ekadashi falls in April or May. Like all Ekadashis, […]
Religion
Youth and Harmony
By Dr Davinder Kaur Deep What is religion? In simple words, religion is a set of values and principles which are to be practiced. It is not a verbal duel or a mental gymnastics. It […]
Religion
The spirit of Khalsa
By Prof. Abdul Majid Khan Prophets and saviors with strong minds and great hearts who appear from time to time have a very vital role to play in the remaking of society. History is eloquent […]
Religion
Continuity of the Sikh philosophy
By Prof. Balwinder Pal Singh Historically, it was on Vaisakhi day of 1699 A.D. when the tenth Master Guru Gobind Singh created Khalsa Panth out of the Sikh Sangat (GUR SANGAT KINI KHALSA). The creation […]