As I stood upon the Pamban Bridge, the sea stretched endlessly on either side—glistening, murmuring, beckoning. The sun played hide-and-seek behind gusty winds, cool one moment, warm the next. On one side, a flotilla of small fishing boats lay moored in still devotion. On the other, the sea unfurled infinitely, like an unanswered prayer. TheContinue reading “Standing on Pamban Bridge”
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Gliricidia Bloom
O Gliricidia, quiet and free,A lesson wrapped in mystery—That grace resides in things that fade,Yet in their loss, their light is made. Some trees stand tall and imposing, their grandeur capturing attention from afar. Others, like Gliricidia, enchant quietly, weaving a spell not through stature but through the ethereal beauty of their bloom. This timeContinue reading “Gliricidia Bloom”
The Butterfly Kingdom of Bannerghatta
A Tale of Wings and Wonder Oscar Wilde once observed, “The true mystery of the world is the visible, not the invisible.” Few creatures embody this mystery better than butterflies. So visibly enchanting, their bright, vibrant colours and intricately carved patterns mesmerize us, yet the life they lead remains a profound enigma. Their beauty is ephemeral, theirContinue reading “The Butterfly Kingdom of Bannerghatta”
My Holy Dip in Maha Kumbh
If Varanasi could be described as divine chaos, then Prayagraj during the Maha Kumbh must be a cosmic confusion- a confluence, a celestial theatre of faith where millions converge in an unprecedented human spectacle. To witness and partake in this grandest of gatherings is to step into an ocean of devotion, where the tide ofContinue reading “My Holy Dip in Maha Kumbh”
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”
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”
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”
Tabebuia rosea: A Symphony in Pink
“When the pink poui blooms, hearts awaken,Its petals a blush against the azure skies,A fleeting whisper of spring’s laughter,Before the winds carry it to its demise.” Pink is the colour of tenderness and purity, of sublime passion. While red is fierce, pink is soft; while red excites, pink soothes; while red ignites, pink pacifies. AndContinue reading “Tabebuia rosea: A Symphony in Pink”
Colours of Bengaluru-IV
Purple Majesty: The Jacaranda’s Enchanting Splendour “Jacaranda whispers grace in lilac hues,Painting the world beneath with gentle blues.A rain of petals softens all that’s near,In silent beauty, spring’s voice we hear.” Such poetic musings capture the magic of Jacaranda. Gabriel García Márquez, the celebrated Colombian writer, eloquently observed: “They say Jacarandas are like love: blooming inContinue reading “Colours of Bengaluru-IV”
Why Is Bangalore So Green?
“In the heart of the city, where concrete stands tall,Green roots whisper stories of rains that fall.Beneath the shade of old trees wide,Bangalore breathes, while elements with it glide.” Bangalore’s boldest definition is its greenery. The rich, divergent, and colourful arboreal landscape presents a uniqueness seen in no other Indian city. Tree lined streets, sprawlingContinue reading “Why Is Bangalore So Green?”
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