When a place calls the soul
Caption: Each of my six visits to the Lady Buddha has felt less like a trip and more like a spiritual homecoming. Some places don’t just invite you; they call […]
2026: The year that will push you to change
The year 2026 is likely to be a diplomatically challenging period as nations grapple with widening economic inequalities and intensifying environmental crises. These pressures may strain existing alliances, leading to […]
When the heart speaks without words
I attended a concert that reminded me why live music still matters, not for its spectacle, but for the deep connection it fosters. The performers were the legendary Ustad Rahat Fateh […]
The silent power beneath our feet
When we step into a home, the first contact we make is with the floor. It supports every movement, anchors every wall, and silently bears witness to the rhythm of […]
When a cow walks into a new home
On Friday, I witnessed a deeply symbolic and rarely seen ritual at a housewarming of a new bungalow in Johor. Amid the chants of Vedic hymns, the fragrance of incense, […]
Clearing the mind and lighting the inner lamp
As the festival of lights falls tomorrow, homes across the country are being dusted, repainted, and adorned with lamps, rangoli, and other decorations. Deepavali signifies the victory of light over […]
Tattooing – a sacred mark or energetic problem?
Step into any city or town, and tattoos are everywhere. Dragons coil around arms, snakes wind across shoulders, giant wings spread across backs, delicate flowers bloom on wrists, and words […]
Decluttering the home, renewing the spirit
In just a fortnight, Indian homes will glow with the spirit of Deepavali, as families prepare to welcome the Festival of Lights with joy and devotion. Streets will glow with […]
When music speaks beyond words
Music has an extraordinary way of breaking barriers of language, culture, and background. It reaches directly into the heart, bypassing the need for explanation. I was reminded of this truth […]