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An
Invaluable Trait
Ironic as it may seem, it is this
worldly life that is full of sorrow
and pain that also offers an
opportunity to those aspiring for
liberation.
Right
Viewpoint
Knowledge of the ultimate truth is
attained only when one tears asunder
the veil of ignorance. Those caught in
the wheel of existence find it
difficult to extricate themselves from
the ties that bind them to it.
The
Rare Fibre Of An Artist
E P Alamelu has mastered a rare art.
She paints with fibre and has nearly
80 works in her collection.
Fasts
Are Spiritually Cleansing
My mother, a wise old woman, once told
me, “You need to sacrifice to
achieve great things.” Ramzan
fasting, not only to me but to Muslims
globally, is a reiteration of the same
saying.
Sappers
Plan To Celebrate 225 In Style
The crowd that assembled at Ulsoor
lake had a glimpse of the adventures
of the Madras Engineering Group as it
held a full dress rehearsal.
A
Tradition Inherited From Vijayanagar
Era
The ‘Gombe Thotti’ inside Mysore
Palace is a special place as it was
originally meant to display dolls
during Dasara at the time of Mysore
royal family.
Descent
Of Grace
It is not possible to comprehend the
grandeur and greatness of the Supreme
Being merely with one's knowledge,
reason or intellect.
City's
War Connection
Bangalore played a significant role in
both the World Wars
The
Hand That Makes The Cradle
In the capital of cradle-making, only
a single family pursues the
traditional occupation, keeping alive
a craftsmanship which otherwise would
have existed only in north Karnataka's
legends, Shyam Sundar Vattam tells us.
Annular
Eclipse Witnessed By Thousands
People thronged the banks of the Ganga
in Varanasi and Hardwar
Dasara
Dhoom!
Shankar Bennur digs into the pages of
the past and comes up with interesting
information on the widely celebrated
battle between the good and the evil
and the special cultural slant that
Karnataka has given to the Dasara
festival.
Cultivate
Devotion
Devotion to the Lord can be cultivated
by constantly listening to the
expositions of His countless
captivating attributes,
An
"Awakened" Person
It is not easy for one steeped in
day-to-day activities to engage one's
mind in thoughts about the purpose of
life and one's relationship to God.
The
Eternal Conflict
Amidst the astonishing variety of
sentient and non-sentient objects, the
Supreme Being has also created evil
and good.
Embodiment
Of Dharma
The Mahabharata is not just the story
of the Pandavas and the Kauravas but a
veritable ocean providing insight into
the nuances of Dharma and human nature
through its myriad characters
A
Dash Of Danish
A Danish painter is setting up an
international art centre in Mysore, a
city that has a long tradition of
nurturing the arts.
Overcome
Attachment
It is not possible for the majority of
people to renounce the world to pursue
the goal of liberation. But, at the
same time, they cannot neglect this
objective, as the very purpose of
human birth is to realise God and
thereby put an end to bondage.
The
Ultimate Knowledge
The theme of sex in song and story and
folklore in almost all cultures and
civilisations testifies of its
irresistible appeal, though how one
uses one’s insight or vision — or
one’s outlook — in regard to sex
depends considerably upon the way
one’s ....
Fathers
Of The City
Whatever infrastructure Bangalore has
today is because of sincere and
dedicated work put in by its early
mayors. Few have measured up since
Shrine
Ensconced By Scenic Beauty
At the point where Tungabhadra turns
northward exists the cave temple of
Kodandarama,surrounded by nature.
Kamala Vasudevan describes the
architecture of the shrine.
Where
Shiva & Vishnu Reside
The Nagareswara temple in Vijayapura
houses Shiva and Vishnu shrines - both
in perfect harmony. U B Githa and
Mahesh Jambulingam delve into the
splendour of the temple’s Mysore
style architecture.
Where
Shiva & Vishnu Reside
The Nagareswara temple in Vijayapura
houses Shiva and Vishnu shrines - both
in perfect harmony. U B Githa and
Mahesh Jambulingam delve into the
splendour of the temple’s Mysore
style architecture.
Fathers
Of The City
Whatever infrastructure Bangalore has
today is because of sincere and
dedicated work put in by its early
mayors. Few have measured up since
Knight
On A Shining Peacock!
The Purulia Chhau dancers from the
region bordering West Bengal were out
of this world
Indomitable
Faith
It is believed that in Kali Yuga
practice of true devotion to God is a
sure path to attain salvation. Great
saints steeped in devotion have not
merely made a strong impact on the
lives of people around them during
their lifetime,
History
With Oodles Of Spice
John Keay says his book is more than
just a history of trade Two hundred
shiploads of pepper and other spices
went from the Malabar coast to Europe
through Egypt every year The rest of
Europe discovered spices from Greece
and Rome
Preserving
Voices From The Past
SHRUBA MUKHERJEE writes about the
National Mission for Manuscripts which
has taken upon itself the task of
preserving and documenting rare,
though neglected, manuscripts that
would otherwise be lost forever.
Ride
On A ‘Tonga’ To See Heritage Sites
The Dasara Committee had asked the
tongawallahs to bring more tongas into
service in a more systematic manner so
that Mysore could be showcased as the
‘Heritage City’.
Heritage
Map Of Srinagar Launched
Second Indian city with a documented
map on heritage structures
The
World, A Snare
God realisation is an overwhelming,
transcendental experience that goes
beyond what can be grasped through
reason, senses and intellect.
Remains
Of Ancient Temple Found
Dating back to the late Sangam period,
it was discovered by ASI
archaeologists
Man
Of Wisdom
It is paradoxical that the majority of
human beings fritter away their entire
life in pursuit of sensory joys, which
are short-lived.
Krishna:
Cameo Hero Of The Yakshagana
Although not the ‘hero’ in any of
the productions, some theories believe
that Yakshagana theatre owes its
origin to the concept of Krishna, says
G S Bhat.
Digging
For Treasure
The Siva heptad in Parel, Mumbai, is a
little known masterpiece of artistry.
Usha Kris investigates the meaning of
and history behind the figure.
Work
Is Worship
Self - taught artist Shan Bhatnagar's
work reflects an unconditional
surrender to mood, form and colour. A
comment on his exhibition, held
recently at the Alliance Francaise
Gallery, Delhi.
Sculpture
Picnic
Doddagaddavalli may not sound inviting
for picnickers and weekend pleasure
seekers in the first instant.
The
Master's Strokes
A week-long retrospective begins
tomorrow on the works of the late G.S.
Shenoy, one of the finest artists of
the State
Facelift
For The Caves
The Maharashtra Tourism Development
Corporation (MTDC) is now on a mission
to conserve the picturesque Ajanta and
Ellora, the greatest tourism
destinations of the State.
Digest
On Dharma
The scriptures never tire of
emphasising the importance of
upholding Dharma (righteousness) in
life. Dharma is the very basis of the
universe and hence an individual can
enjoy peace of mind only when he does
not swerve from Dharma.
Bangalore
Art Festival To Be A Bigger Show This
Time
With a few more weeks to go, Bangalore
Art Festival 2005, is getting ready to
be a bigger show with a wider
audience. Mantram Art Foundation in
association with like-minded
organisations is out to provide a
bigger cultural experience.
Goddess
Of Fine Things
When we were kids, for us
Varamahalakshmi was someone who
brought with her a bounty of holidays,
pure ghee sweets and gifts that we
carefully preserved.
Nature
Of The Reality
The Narayaneeyam of Narayana
Bhattatiri is revered in tradition as
the very essence of the Bhagavata
Purana.
Dharma
Wins Finally
The Mahabharata enjoys
a unique status
among the scriptural texts. It is
longer than the Puranas Vyasa wrote,
The
Divine Name
The songs (Abhangs) of the saints of
Maharashtra are known for their
emphasis on devotion.
The
Benefits Of Zen
The word Zen is the Japanese term for
the Chinese ‘chan’ which means
‘dhyana’ in Sanskrit. Of the
various schools of Buddhism, Zen
Buddhism is noted for the quickest
achievement of supreme reality.
All
You Need Is The Will To Succeed
DEEPA BALAKRISHNAN lauds the efforts
of the all women yakshagana troupe,
who have proved that where there is a
will there is success.
Every
I-Day, I Cry With Pain’
Her voice is choked and her eyes are
streaming with tears that just
wouldn’t stop. A pause, a silence,
pregnant with the memories that today
completed 58 years, along with the one
of Independence.
Divine
Grace
The Pancharatra Agama speaks of five
forms of Lord Narayana. The first and
foremost of them is the form
"Para", as he presents
Himself in Srivaikuntam.
British
Foreign Office Plotted To Kill Netaji
In 1941, Says Historian
The British Foreign Office had ordered
the assassination of Netaji Subhas
Chandra Bose in March 1941 during his
great escape from India and
reconfirmed the order in June 1941,
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