The Torture and Execution of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj: Historical Evidence and Perspectives Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the son and successor of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, is remembered as one of the bravest warriors in Indian history. His…
Duties of Citizens as per the Mahabharata The Mahabharata is not just an epic but a vast repository of wisdom that provides guidance on dharma (duty), governance, and righteous conduct. While it primarily narrates the…
Chanakya, also known as Kautilya or Vishnugupta, was an ancient Indian philosopher, economist, and political strategist who played a crucial role in the establishment of the Maurya Empire. His treatise, the Arthashastra, remains one of…
Hinduism has several ancient cosmological concepts that closely align with aspects of the Big Bang theory. While Hindu texts do not explicitly describe the Big Bang as modern physics does, their descriptions of creation, expansion,…
Maharaja Chhatrasal: The Warrior King Who Defied the Mughals Maharaja Chhatrasal was a legendary Bundela Rajput king who fearlessly resisted the Mughal Empire in the 17th century. His relentless struggle against Aurangzeb and his establishment…
Bhai Mati Das: The Supreme Martyr of Sikhism Introduction Bhai Mati Das is one of the most revered martyrs in Sikh history. He was a devout follower of Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh Guru,…
Acharanga Sutra: An Insight into Jainism’s Ancient Teachings on Ethics and Conduct The Acharanga Sutra is one of the earliest and most significant texts in Jainism, an ancient religion originating from India. It serves as…
Lanka in Valmiki Ramayana: The Golden Kingdom of Ravana Lanka, as described in the Valmiki Ramayana, was a city of unparalleled grandeur and prosperity. It was the kingdom of the mighty demon king Ravana and…
The Valmiki Ramayan is not just a story of war between good and evil but also a deep exploration of dharma (righteousness), karma (actions), and human values. One of the most defining moments in the…
The story of Śvetaketu is found in the Chāndogya Upaniṣad (6th chapter) and serves as a profound lesson about the nature of the self (Ātman) and Brahman (the ultimate reality). It is a dialogue between…