ब्रह्मकमल

ये पुष्पों का है खिलना या ईश्वर का एक आकारएक तू ही निरंकार! एक तू ही निरंकार! The third bloom of the season. Potted Brahma Kamal ( cereus) in the balcony garden pleases the heart with each bloom. This bloom gifted me with 7 flowers day before, 10 last night and I await more flowers … Continue reading ब्रह्मकमल

Sindhi Onion Pickle!

The article, featured in The Hindu Deep Annual 2023, reflects on the author's Sindhi heritage and the tradition of pickle-making. The author's grandmother, affectionately referred to as Amma, was renowned for her skill in creating diverse pickles stored in porcelain jars. The author shares a cherished pickle recipe from Amma, acknowledging that while their own attempts may not match her expertise, the tradition lives on. Monica Gokaldas' heartfelt narrative celebrates the cultural significance of pickle-making within the Sindhi community and the enduring impact of family traditions.

Thadri 2022

Thadri is a festival celebrated by the Sindhi community world over. The festival is also called Vadi Sattain by some. Some other Hindu communities celebrate the festival on the same day by various other names such as Saatam. The festival is in reverence of the Goddess of cooling known as Sheetla Mata. The Sindhis prepare … Continue reading Thadri 2022