MAHABHARATA
In or out of govt, my first priority is winning the next Delhi elections: Manish Sisodia
Manish Sisodia, the former Delhi deputy chief minister, has been released on bail after 17 months in Tihar Jail and is focusing on the upcoming state assembly polls. He discussed his jail experience, his family's challenges, and his openness to any party role. Sisodia highlighted AAP's resilience despite Kejriwal's imprisonment, emphasizing the party's unity.
‘Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 16’: What was the question which made 1st contestant lose Rs 25 lakh?
The sixteenth season of Kaun Banega Crorepati began on Monday, August 12, with a touching introductory speech delivered by its iconic host, the legendary Amitabh Bachchan.
Shakuni, Chakravyuh and Chaupar: Shivraj Singh Chouhan criticises opposition, says "Jaki Rahi Bhavna Jaisi"
Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan criticized the opposition on Friday, noting that while people recall Lord Krishna from the Mahabharata, the opposition associates with Shakuni, Chaupar, and Chakravyuh—symbols of deceit. He targeted Congress with the remark, "Jaki rahi bhavna jaisi, prabhu murat dekhi tin taisi," meaning one sees the divine according to their own perception.
'Waiting with open arms': Rahul Gandhi claims ED raid being planned against him
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi claimed that the Enforcement Directorate was planning a raid on him following his 'Chakravyuh' speech in Parliament on July 29, after which he said he was 'waiting with open arms' for the raid,. He cited information from ED 'insiders'. Gandhi criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his speech, accusing the government of creating a new 'Chakravyuh' that is harming the nation's citizens.
It's strange..., he wants to say something but says something else: Arun Govil’s take on Rahul Gandhi’s remarks
Anurag Thakur's comments ignited a fierce debate in the House. In response, Rahul Gandhi stated that the abuse and insults directed at him stem from his advocacy for the marginalised and oppressed.
'Accidental Hindus': Anurag Thakur hits out at Rahul Gandhi over 'Chakravyuh' remarks
BJP's Anurag Thakur criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in Parliament, calling him an 'accidental Hindu' with limited Mahabharata knowledge. Thakur listed historical flaws attributed to the Congress party and praised the Modi government for economic advancements. Gandhi earlier criticized the Union Budget, alleging it created an atmosphere of fear and neglect among farmers, workers, and youth.
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Country trapped in Lotus 'Chakravyuh'; middle class that 'banged utensils' stabbed: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi, leader of the Opposition, criticized the BJP during a debate on the budget in the Lok Sabha, drawing parallels to the Mahabharata. He said the country is trapped in a "Chakravyuh of the Lotus," referring to the BJP symbol. Gandhi accused the BJP-led NDA government of betraying the middle-class by removing indexation and increasing long-term capital gains tax.
Chakravyuh is formed against Congress' scam, corruption: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Rahul Gandhi's remarks
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi responded to Rahul Gandhi's 'Chakravyuh' remark, stating that the 'Chakravyuh' is against Congress' scams and corruption. Joshi accused Gandhi of dramatizing to cover up past corruption. Gandhi had earlier criticized the BJP, likening the current situation to a 'Chakravyuh' trapping the nation.
'Chakravyuh' is controlled by Modi, Shah, Bhagwat, Ambani and Adani, says LoP Rahul Gandhi in Lok Sabha
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi accused the Indian Budget of being a 'Chakravyuh', a monopoly based on financial power, institutions like the ED, CBI, and Income Tax Department, and political execution. He compared the budget to Mahabharata's Lotus Formation, a concept he referred to as the 21st-century Chakravyuh, with PM Modi carrying its symbol on his chest.
‘Kalki 2898 AD’: Prabhas’s character may die in the sequel, predicts ‘Mahabharat’ star Nitish Bharadwaj
Will Bhairava, the charming and lively bounty hunter portrayed by Prabhas in 'Kalki 2898 AD,' face a tragic fate in the sequel? Actor Nitish Bhardwaj, renowned for his role as Lord Krishna in the acclaimed TV series 'Mahabharata,' hinted that the character might meet a grim end in the upcoming installment.
View: Gita is all about family, property and inheritance
The Bhagavad Gita presents a clear problem statement in its first chapter, addressing the complexities of determining insiders and outsiders within a family. Arjun, a warrior, struggles with killing family members despite having no qualms about killing in battle. Krishna aids him by examining the concept of family and its effects on decision-making. This theme is as relevant today in family businesses as it was in the times of Mahabharat. It raises the question: how do we separate the personal from the professional?
'Kalki 2898 AD': Deepika Padukone's fire walk scene leaves fans demanding 'Draupadi' revival
Deepika Padukone's captivating performance in Nag Ashwin's sci-fi epic 'Kalki 2898 AD,' particularly her iconic walk through a fire scene, has garnered widespread praise and reignited interest in her long-awaited 'Draupadi' project. Fans have taken to social media, expressing their admiration and urging for the revival of 'Draupadi,' a film announced in 2019 that aims to retell the Mahabharata from Draupadi's perspective.
Remember Duryodhan From Mahabharata? A temple dedicated to Kaurav prince also pays taxes in Kerala
The temple in Kerala's Kollam district challenges norms by revering the villain Duryodhan, incorporating unique customs, and holding significant importance in local lore.
Before you watch 'Kalki 2898 AD’, know about Lord Kalki in Hinduism
It is believed that Kalki, the 10th incarnation of Lord Vishnu, will ascend on earth to end the era of disbelief, and degeneration & usher in the Golden Age of Satya Yuga, which will promote righteousness & moral conduct. The arrival of Kalki is a highly debated topic among Hindus. This messianic figure is foretold to appear at the end of Kaliyuga, an era characterized by deceit, sin, and immorality, and to initiate Satya Yuga, a period of righteousness. Scholars do not agree on the precise timeline of these events.
Triangular contest in Kurukshetra between BJP, AAP and INLD
Talking to ET after campaigning in Kaithal, Jindal who is returning to politics after a sabbatical, says he is socially connected with his people. "You give me one example where an industrialist of my size has entered electoral politics. I am doing so as my family and I have a connect with the people here. I ensured medical assistance and oxygen supply to people here," Jindal said.
Project Udbhav: Indian Army to learn war tactics from vedas, puranas, and Mahabharata
The Indian Army's Project Udbhav is exploring the epic battles of the Mahabharata and the strategic brilliance of past Indian dynasties, shaping India's rich military heritage. Launched last year, this initiative aims to integrate ancient strategic wisdom into contemporary military practices, making the force "future-ready" by drawing insights from India's historical military wisdom.
View: Dharmic leader in modern times
All of us have the capacity to feed and be fed. Those who feed first are the 'Yajaman'. Those who reciprocate are the 'Devata'. It is the hungry, frightened, crumpled mind that creates notions of superiority and inferiority. This crumpled mind is aham, the ego. Yoga enables uncrumpling. The uncrumpled mind is atma, the soul, which is infinite, and so is able to empathise with the hunger and insecurities of those around. The Dharmic Leader, therefore, values yoga.
'Mahabharat' star Nitish Bhardwaj files FIR against ex-wife, says he was debarred from seeing kids
Bhardwaj is best known for essaying the role of Lord Krishna in the iconic TV series ‘Mahabharata’. Directed by BR Chopra, the series remains the most popular adaptation of the Hindu epic.
Wisdom of ancient Indian texts relevant to today's strategy needs, asserts CDS Anil Chauhan
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan spoke at the 'Kalam and Kavach' Defence Literature Festival in Pune. He emphasized the relevance of ancient Indian texts, such as the Mahabharata and Ramayana, and the Bhagavad Gita in today's strategic needs. General Chauhan highlighted the concept of 'just war' in ancient Indian mythology, with Lord Ram and the Pandavas as examples.
Tell the story of our heroes of Ramayana and Mahabharata, Invest India chief tells gaming developers
Invest India's MD and CEO, Nivruti Rai, urged gaming and animation developers at the Bengaluru GAFX-2024 event to create stories based on Indian heroes from mythologies like Ramayana and Mahabharata. She highlighted the success of 'Chhota Bheem', an animation series based on the character Bhima from Mahabharata. Rai offered to partner with the government of Karnataka to establish Bengaluru and India as leaders in the gaming developer industry. She emphasized the rich history and content of India, including 7,000 years of documented heroes and architecture.
Why does the RBI invoke the Mahabharata? What does it have to do with inflation and growth?
Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das uses the Mahabharata's character Arjuna to explain interest rate decisions, despite the complexity of the drivers and the difficulty in communicating them. This is not the first RBI Governor to use this analogy. ET explains why the RBI invokes the Mahabharata and what the reference has to do with inflation and growth.
Ramayana, Mahabharata should be included in social sciences curriculum: NCERT panel
Issac earlier said that the same panel had also recommended replacing the country name 'India' with 'Bharat' in textbooks, introducing 'classical History' instead of ancient History in the curriculum, and highlighting "Hindu victories" in the textbooks for classes 3 to 12.
How a kids storyteller plans to bridge generations through animated Ramayana series
Jumbaya, a children's storyteller company, has launched an animated read-along storybook format titled "Ramayana: The Journey of Sita and Rama." The company aims to bring different generations together through the magic of stories and integrate technology with tradition to inspire a sense of wonder in young hearts about their rich cultural heritage.
Keep China in mind, follow teaching of Mahabharata, Krishna: CDS Anil Chauhan's advise on diplomacy
Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan, has emphasized the need for India to consider China's growing assertiveness in its strategic planning. He highlighted the importance of India's "strategic autonomy" policy and the transition from a "non-alignment" approach to becoming a "friend to the world." He also discussed the economic aspects of geopolitics and the influence of factors like morality and convergence of global interests.
Mahabharata's unseen art: Rediscovering Maharana Jai Singh's court painter Allah Baksh's never-before-published miniature masterpieces
A four-volume set of books titled 'The Mahabharata: Mewari Miniature Paintings (1680-1698) by Allah Baksh' showcases nearly 2,000 never-before-published miniature artworks of the Mahabharata. The paintings, commissioned by Maharana Jai Singh and painted by court painter Allah Baksh, follow almost every story in every chapter of the Mahabharata.
‘We are Bhartiya, not Indians’: Kangana Ranaut urges govt to rename the country, says word ‘Indian’ denotes slavery
Several celebrities and renowned public figures such as Amitabh Bachchan and ex-cricketer Virendra Sehwag, as well as Suhel Seth the entrepreneur and columnist, argued that India should be renamed as Bharat.
Financial Chakravyuha and the importance of exit strategies
Portfolio rebalancing is important, to protect the corpus that has been meticulously built over the years. However, the method followed for this may differ.
Nitish Bhardwaj reacts to the 'Oppenheimer' Bhagwad Gita controversy
According to Bhardwaj, the Bhagavad Gita fundamentally imparts the concept of duty within the context of a battlefield. Metaphorically, he suggests that life's struggles, particularly emotional ones, can be viewed as battlefields. He highlights a specific verse, 11.32, in which Arjuna is advised to fulfill his duty as a warrior by fighting against evil. Bhardwaj emphasizes the importance of understanding the entirety of Krishna's teachings, where the eternal time aspect indicates the inevitability of death, even without direct intervention.
Google pays tribute to India's most beloved street food, pani-puri, with brilliant interactive Doodle
Although the beloved snack has drawn the ire of hypochondriacs and health enthusiasts, it has continued to survive and even thrive on the streets of South Asia, as no desi can avoid the lure of this filling, crunchy snack.
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