In the bustling villages of Andhra Pradesh, every festival carries a tale, and every tale bridges the ancient and the modern. Among the most celebrated is Makara Sankranti, marking the Sun’s transition into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makara Rashi) and the beginning of its northward journey, Uttarāyaṇa. Rooted in Vedic traditions and celebrated with […]
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As I stand at the top of the office building overlooking the vast expanse of our port in Eastern part of India, watching massive container ships dock while cargo moves with clockwork precision, I can’t help but reflect on how dramatically the security landscape has changed during my 15 years in port security. The sight
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In the complex fabric of organizational dynamics, exceptional leaders are like master weavers, skillfully blending the threads of experience, warmth, and purpose into a tapestry that inspires individuals and uplifts entire teams. True leadership is not about the loudness of one’s voice but the depth of one’s influence. It is a quality that resonates beyond
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As Dasara dawns, we honor Goddess Durga with offerings, prayers, and age-old rituals that have been passed down through generations. One of the most significant customs during this festival is the offering of animals, such as goats, as a mark of devotion to the goddess. The meat, once offered, is revered as prasad, a divine
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During a recent lecture, a thought-provoking observation was made: about 20,000 years ago, gods roamed the Earth, endowed with immense powers yet unable to record or pass on their wisdom through a structured language. Their stories, instead, became part of folklore, eventually crystallizing into mythology. Today, we are no longer bound by such limitations. With
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Life’s most beautiful moments often stem from simplicity. In Mark Sanborn’s The Fred Factor, the idea of living with passion, adding value to others’ lives, and finding joy in the simplest of actions is brought to life through the story of Fred, a postman who transforms his routine job into a meaningful, impactful experience. Fred’s
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In recent years, India’s political landscape has undergone a transformation, driven in part by the growing influence of political strategists. Figures like Prashant Kishore have redefined election campaigns, injecting a level of sophistication and precision into the process that was previously unseen. By meticulously crafting narratives, managing media, and influencing public perception, these strategists have
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