Bhakti Is a Bestseller
SourceNEW DELHI, INDIA, April 19, 2003: While indipop, bhangra, rap and remix albums come and go in popularity, Indians listen to devotional music morning after morning without getting tired. Believing in God seems the safest bet in the music industry, industry insiders say. While there may be many reasons for the perpetual popularity of devotional songs, a spokeswoman of Music…
How The Bhagavad Gita Influenced Romantic Poets
SourceALLAHABAD, INDIA, April 21, 2003: Romantic poets like Wordsworth, Coleridge, Shelley, Keats, Byron, Blake, Southey and Walter Scott were influenced by the philosophy of the Bhagavad Gita, according to a 20-year study undertaken by a scholar of English Literature. “Bhagavad Gita and the English Romantic Movement, a Study in Influence,” authored by Dr. Krishan Gopal Srivastava and published by Macmillan…
Bal Panchayats Give Voice To Children’s Rights
SourceNEW DELHI, INDIA, April 21, 2003: Child power is becoming a reality at grassroots level as a unique concept of ‘Bal Panchayat’ or Children’s Council takes shape in different parts of the country. “In the last 50 years, many schemes have been launched for welfare of our children but in almost all the programs, the decision makers were always adults.…
Sadhana Channel Launched in India
Punjab KesariNEW DELHI, INDIA, April 23, 2003: The Sadhana channel was recently launched in India with the blessings of numerous religious leaders and the good wishes of politicians. The event began with bhajanas followed by a speech by the Information and Broadcasting Minister Sri Ravi Shankar Prasad. Mr. Prasad announced the channel would originate from India only, as compared with…
Don’t Ignore Inner Wealth
SourceNEW DELHI, INDIA, April 22, 2003: At a recent India Financial Summit organized by India Times, one presentation stood out for its simplicity and spontaneity. Times Group Chairman Indu Jain delivered an impromptu talk about her concept of wealth creation, which was warmly received by the audience. Ms Jain urged the delegates not to ignore their true wealth — their…
Kailash Pilgrims Have New Return Route
SourceDEHRA DUN, INDIA, April 17, 2003: Pilgrims on the Kailash Mansarovar yatra will return on a different route this summer. The yatris will be able, on their way back, to visit the ancient caves of Pataal Bhuvaneswar, but will miss out on the exquisite scenic beauty of Champawat and Lohaghat areas. They will now come back to Dharchula and reach…
Designer Revives the Art of Herbal Dyeing for his Exhibition
SourceNEW DELHI, INDIA, April 15, 2003: Reviving the ancient art of herbal dyeing after three years of extensive research, Aura Herbal Wear has introduced a line of garments using 100 percent natural fabrics and dyes. Arun Baid of the Ahmedabad-based company says, “It is anti-allergic, anti-microbial and has antiseptic properties and the dyes used are eco-friendly. After dyeing, the waste…
Conversions Affecting Tamil Culture
SourcePONDICHERRY, INDIA, April 17, 2003: A. Anbalagan of the AIADMK party called upon the government to keep watch on the many conversions apparently taking place in his constituency of Uppalam. He said women were being prevented from wearing tilaks (pottus), mangala sutras (wedding talis) and flowers in their hair. Participating in the debate on social welfare and industries in the…