The Game of Mind
MAAsterG Being no-mind is nothing but a dead state of mind. We say no-mind is dead, but it is not dead. As Krishna says, a tortoise can hide inside the shell and come out whenever…
Category: Sacred Space
Lahiri Mahasaya The Yogavatar who brought Kriya Yoga to the World
Renu Singh Parmar “Solve all your problems through meditation. Exchange unprofitable speculations for actual God-communion”. Lahiri Mahasaya Occasionally, a spiritual giant moves quietly amongst us, unseen by the world yet blazing a trail for generations…
Discovery of a Sacred Shiva Lingam in Mansbal, Kashmir
Chander M Bhat On 5th September 2025, locals near Manasbal Lake in Ganderbal uncovered a hidden cave during quarrying that enshrined a naturally formed white Shiva lingam. The find, described as a “Shiva Lingam like…
Kriya Yoga The Sacred Science of Soul Evolution
Dr Sunita Gupta The word Kriya comes from the Sanskrit root “kri”, meaning “to do” or “action.” In the yogic context, Kriya refers to the eternal action of breath-an unbroken rhythm of inhalation and exhalation…
Honouring Our Ancestors: The Spirit of Pitrapaksh
Dr Rekha Jad To feel rooted is to experience a deep sense of connection, belonging, and stability — as though we are firmly anchored in who we are and where we come from. Respecting and…
Shradha: The Untold Science of Ancestral Remembrance
Dr Raj Nehru A few months before my father passed away, he called me one day and said he wanted to speak about something important. I tried to avoid the conversation, it felt uncomfortable, almost…
We are One
Lt Gen (Dr) Narendra Kotwal Despite immense progress in science, technology, and global communication, humanity continues to grapple with division, ecological degradation, and inner disquiet. Ironically, the very knowledge that could unite us often coexists…
Timeless Vedic Wisdom
Arun Kumar Gupta In the vast landscape of human aspirations, the yearning for health, happiness, peace, and purpose remains universal. While science and technology have advanced our external lives, the inner quest for meaning persists.…
Story of Sanatan Mahadev Mandir-Qazigund
Robin Koul Modern History of Qazigund: The area of Qazigund was a sort of padaw (transit stop) for those who travelled from the surrounding areas across the Jawahar Tunnel to and from other places. The…
The Iconic Peepal Tree
Dr Rakesh Verma The Peepal Tree: A Unique Boundary Marker The peepal tree (Ficus religiosa or sacred fig) at the Suchetgarh border outpost is a striking physical presence, characterized by its robust structure and impressive…