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अपराजिता

मेरी बालकनी के सामने की नाज़ुक सी बेल में कल एक बेहद खूबसूरत और बहुत ही चमकदार नीला फूल खिला है।  अकेला है लेकिन अकेले ही मन मोह लेने वाला है। ऐसा सौंदर्य, ऐसी कमनीयता, ऐसी सुकुमारता , और ऐसा सौष्ठव  कि  नज़र उस से हटने को तैयार नहीं।  और इसका नीला रंग तो ऐसा मनभावन है कि  वर्णन करते नहींContinue reading “अपराजिता”

Akhadas at Kumbh: Guardians of Sanatan Dharma

The Mahakumbh at Prayagraj, a cosmic spectacle of faith, began last week, with a surge of millions of devotees taking a sacred dip at Triveni, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati. Amidst this ocean of spirituality, the Akhadas emerge in their full grandeur, embodying the rich heritage and enduring spirit ofContinue reading “Akhadas at Kumbh: Guardians of Sanatan Dharma”

On Happiness

If happiness had a shape, would it be a fleeting shadow, slipping through the cracks of our consciousness, or a radiant star, illuminating even the darkest nights? If it had a sound, would it be a whisper shared in the rustle of leaves, a hum that resonates in quiet moments, or a ringing melody likeContinue reading “On Happiness”

The Maha Kumbh: Grand Synthesis of Science, Faith, and Culture

The Kumbh Mela, often hailed as the “greatest show on earth,” is a phenomenon unparalleled in human civilization. This grand confluence of religion, spirituality, culture, and science represents a synthesis that transcends time and geography. No other event encapsulates such a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, faith and empirical knowledge, or spiritual devotion andContinue reading “The Maha Kumbh: Grand Synthesis of Science, Faith, and Culture”

Learn to Forget

Memory is one of life’s most cherished gifts, a cascade of moments that shape our identities and enrich our journeys. Yet, have you ever pondered the quiet power of forgetfulness? If memory is a beacon illuminating our path, forgetfulness is the gentle shadow offering solace and reprieve. Memories, whether joyous or painful, weave the intricateContinue reading “Learn to Forget”

Carbon Trading Post Baku: Part III

The Baku Agreement on Carbon Trading: Implications and Opportunities for India India has long stood at the forefront of global environmental initiatives, navigating a complex balance between developmental aspirations and international climate commitments. The recent Baku Agreement, which aims to operationalize Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, marks a pivotal moment for India, presenting significantContinue reading “Carbon Trading Post Baku: Part III”

Carbon Trading Post Baku: Part II

Indonesia: A Case Study In a recent article in Yale’s E360, the case of Indonesia which has eagerly embraced the new agreement has been analysed. Indonesia, with its vast forests and potential for carbon sequestration, exemplifies both the promises and pitfalls of carbon trading. The country has been proactive in leveraging its natural resources toContinue reading “Carbon Trading Post Baku: Part II”

Carbon Trading Post Baku : Part I

The recently concluded COP29 in Baku did not hit the headlines as prominently as some previous COPs. Comparatively, it was a tame affair. And yet, it registered some progress. The key outcomes of the deliberations included an agreement to put in place a UN-administered carbon trading framework; a structured operationalisation plan for the Loss andContinue reading “Carbon Trading Post Baku : Part I”

Reflections on New year Traditions

None of the major civilizations of the world ever celebrated New Year at a time that even closely coincided with the first January of Gregorian calendar. The Mesopotamians, the Egyptian, the Chinese, the Persians, none of these older civilizations ushered in the new year on January the first. And it was certainly never an IndianContinue reading “Reflections on New year Traditions”