North America is going through a harsh winter spell, and as a result, parts of the famous Niagara Falls have frozen, giving the waterfall a surreal look. Situated at the border between the US state of New York and the Canadian state of Ontario, the falls are always a major international tourist attraction. But the stunning scene of the frozen falls is also drawing a huge number of tourists. Please […]
As long as you are alive, you cannot stay without performing karma. But is it possible that although actions happen, there is no bondage of karma? Why look far — see the life of Krishna himself. Did he stay engrossed in samadhi all his life? On the contrary, his life was full of diverse, colourful actions. He had to deal with one or the other troublemakers all through his life, […]
Ayurveda deems turmeric as one of the most important medicinal spices. Modern studies have reiterated the knowledge that all body systems benefit from the use of turmeric. Here’s a quick breakdown: Taste and effect: Pungent and bitter, it has anti-inflammatory, cleansing, detoxifying and effects. Positive effects: It benefits circulatory system, supports digestive fire, and reduces digestive toxins. Ayurveda prescribes it for liver, blood, digestive system, joints, and immune system issues. […]
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday claimed that there were 100% chances for hacking Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). He also remarked that hackers should not be allowed to take control of democracy. Naidu said that it was the duty of the Election Commission of India (ECI) to take steps ensuring that VVPAT receipts were issued 100 percent or else the ECI should revert to the ballot paper […]
The Queen of Jhansi opens up with megastar Amitabh Bachchan’s powerful voice, which tells us that we are about to witness the glorious journey of the valiant queen Laxmibai of Jhansi. Shortly after that, we see the young and beautiful Manikarnika, aiming her bow at a tiger. From the moment Kangana Ranaut makes her entry as the warrior princess, it is evident that she is the star of the film. […]
The trailer of Kartik Aaryan and Kriti Sanon starrer Luka Chuppi is out. The film is directed by Laxman Utekar. It also stars Vinay Pathak, Pankaj Tripathi and Aparshakti Khurana. Kartik Aaryan and Kriti Sanon starrer Luka Chuppi’s trailer released earlier today and looks like fans are already going ga ga over this new on-screen pair of Bollywood. Just after the trailer released, fans started flooding social media with their […]
The bees are buzzing in the tree, to make some honey just for me!” That’s Baloo from The Jungle Book, singing about the substance that humans love as much as bears. Honey is a sweet tasting gel-like substance that is fat-free, cholesterol-free and sodium-free, but rich in calcium, iron, and magnesium. According to Ayurveda, honey is sweet (madhura rasa) with an astringent-like end taste (aashaya anu rasa). It is dry […]
The trailer for the January 30 release begins with the announcement of India’s Independence in August 1947 amidst communal violence that followed the impending Partition. “The balance between war and peace rested in the life of one man,” the trailer declares. There was more to Gandhi’s assassination than is known, the trailer claims. The Gandhi Murder stars the late Om Puri, Stephen Lang, Luke Pasqualino, Vinnie Jones and Nasser. Directed […]
Dr. Shivakumara Swamy,One of Karnataka’s most revered and influential spiritual leader, the 111-year-old seer of Siddaganga Mutt, died on Monday at the Mutt in Tumakuru. The head pontiff of Siddaganga Mutt of the dominant Lingayat community in Karnataka, who wielded social and political influence on account of his contributions to the educational sector through creation of over 70 schools and colleges, was declared dead Monday by doctors at the Siddaganga […]
