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रात की रानी 

अगर फ़िराक़ गोरखपुरी जैसे अज़ीम और श्रेष्ठ शायर की कलम से जो यह लिखवाये,  “वो कभी रंग वो कभी ख़ुशबू गाह गुल गाह रात-रानी है।” और, यह भी कि,  “दिन को सूरज-मुखी है वो नौ-गुल रात को है वो रात-रानी भी।“ तो यह फूल तो कुछ विशेष ही अद्भुत और निश्चय ही अद्वितीय होगा। तो कौनContinue reading “रात की रानी “

Kalpa Vas: The Sacred Retreat of the Kumbh Mela

If the Nagas bring spectacle and colour to the Maha Kumbh, Kalpa Vas infuses it with a deep, meditative serenity—a testament to humanity’s eternal quest for liberation. More than a religious observance, Kalpa Vas is a profound spiritual discipline, a retreat where faith meets austerity, and devotion merges with self-discovery. It is here, by theContinue reading “Kalpa Vas: The Sacred Retreat of the Kumbh Mela”

Guardians of Mysticism: The Enigmatic Naga Sadhus of India

They appear like phantoms from another age—ash-smeared figures with matted locks, naked or nearly naked, wielding tridents and swords as they chant mantras in voices that seem to echo through the centuries. When the Naga Sadhus descend upon the sacred grounds of the Kumbh Mela, it is as if time folds in on itself, mergingContinue reading “Guardians of Mysticism: The Enigmatic Naga Sadhus of India”

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”