Reflections of Faith: Sikhism’s Sacred Gurudwaras
My journey into the heart of Sikhism began on my sixteenth birthday. We were in Amritsar for my…
SHORES OF SERENITY: GOA’S ICONIC CHURCHES
As the morning sun rises over the silver-bellied storm clouds, a treasured trove of coastal landscapes and…
Maa Durga: The OG Goddess of all time
For me since childhood, Goddess Durga was a power symbol who scared me from all fours. It must…
Tracing the Spiritual Poetry of Bulleh Shah: A Journey Through Time
In the mystical realm of Sufi poetry, where words dance with divine love and verses echo through…
Lores and Legends: Etched to My Heart
Growing up, the world of folklore was an integral part of my life, woven into the very fabric…
Myth, Might, and Light: The Southern Tale of Deepavali
Deepavali or Diwali as we call it, is one of the most celebrated festivals across India. This festival…
Beyond the omen: Ma Shashti and the black cat
Tracing different and varied histories, female deities have been a source of celebration and reverence in multifarious cultures.…
Shaniwar Wada: The Fortress of Dreams and Despair
Everyone is familiar with the formidable love story of Bajirao Mastani and how their romantic encounters still echo…
Tracing the Legend across Channa
Lost in the mystical land of Sindh echo the melodies of love and longing, such as “Sohni Meri…
Timeless Folktales in Mangalkavyas
India is home to myriads of castes and tribes, with their distinct religion, languages, customs, rituals, and traditions,…