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Monday, October 31,  2005


 

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From October 23,  2005 to October 30,  2005

Overcome Attachment

A man of wisdom (jnani) has been described in the Bhagavad Gita as one who remains unperturbed by the vicissitudes of life.

Ancient Manuscripts Campaign Begins

People asked to preserve palm-leaf writings.

N-Karnataka Has Highest Number Of Inscriptions, Says Historian

Karnataka has the highest number of historical inscriptions in the entire country. But, lack of research and study has denied this privilege to the State, observed historian Dr B Rajashekharappa.

The Purana Tradition

The oral tradition in the dissemination of spiritual knowledge has been in vogue since time immemorial. This method ensures that any body of knowledge is preserved intact as the preceptor teaches his disciple directly.

God's Easy Accessibility

The superhuman deeds (Lila) of the Lord during His incarnation as Krishna have inspired generations of devotees and saints down the ages,

Steadfastness Counts

Concentration, determination and training are essential for the successful accomplishment of any task. Their value cannot be underestimated.

A Cultural Fiesta

To promote the heritage and culture of Maharashtra, the Maharashtra Tourism Department is organising a series of cultural festivals. The fest begins on November 12 to February 12 at various venues.

Book On South Indian Art Released

`Southern Axis' contains biographical sketches of artists and their paintings

Man Of Wisdom

It is human nature to look up to role models for inspiration and also imitate them.

Shedding More Light On Vijayanagar Era

Seven copper plates of the Vijayanagar period and pertaining to the reign of Immadi Harihar (1397)have been secured by D.V. Parashivamurthy of the Department of Epigraphy of Kannada University, Hampi, from a family in Hubli.

Steadfastness Counts

Concentration, determination and training are essential for the successful accomplishment of any task. Their value cannot be underestimated.

Feasting On Festivals

Everyone is celebrating. Either Diwali or Eid. Shopping and feasting. Government offices, businesses, travel companies, banks, organised retailers and people — just about everyone. Melas, fiestas, special gifts — there is something for everyone.

Mahadev ...

... was officially Gandhiji's secretary, but actually "he was much more than that." It was his special privilege to be able to show the world the Mahatma off the stage and below the platform

Who Is Afraid Of Tantra?

Contrary to its negative image, tantra is a positive and powerful branch of philosophy, Dr Rashmi Poddar, a scholar of Indian thought, tells Vimla Patil.

Terracotta Saved This Village

With each of its residents a terracotta artisan, Mollela village in Rajasthan could rightly be called the terracotta capital of the country. Surekha Kadapa-Bose visits the unique village.

Science & Art: The Twain Do Meet

Interesting insights into the world were the result of a project that brought together artists and scientists to promote interaction between them, says Debbie Rogers.

Contentment, A Virtue

Righteous life is built on contentment. Its value is repeatedly stressed while the ills arising from discontentment are highlighted as the cause of misery. It is this valuable and beneficial advice that the Supreme Being offers, when He had incarnated ...

Challenge, To Both Mind And Body

Dr. H.S.Shivaprakash's latest play Maduve Hennu (The Bride), presented by Aneka at ADA Kalamandira recently, turned out to be a fascinating experience both because of its rich content and the manner in which the director Suresh Angalli visualized it.

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