Published in The Asian Weekly , Edition 759 (21st to 27th March 2025)
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कब! जाने कब! ( Vishwa Hindi Divas 2025)
A dedication to those daughters who seem to have grown up so suddenly that they start parenting their own parents.
International Meatless Day marked
Ram Rasayan
Hanuman Ji is worshipped as a manifestation of the Divine Force though he considered himself to be a servant of God : Bhagwan Shri Ram. Depicted as an Ape Man figure, he is known for his supernatural powers and strength along with his devotion and honesty. There are several tales and mention of him in … Continue reading Ram Rasayan
Navratri: Day 3
Mata Chandraghanta
Hindi Divas 2024
Kenbharti marks Hindi Divas by Sikiladi Hindi Divas was celebrated by Kenbharti in keeping with the annual tradition. This year’s poetic event was organized at Arya Samaj premises on Sunday September 15th. Organized under the able planning of Kenbharti Chairman, Mr. Abhijeet Gupta and Vice Chairman, Mr. Vikas Vyas the event witnessed a hall packed … Continue reading Hindi Divas 2024
Her Baggage!
A painting by Samantha Jordaan Her Baggage! She tried to fill it! Fill it with items of choice And, memories of rejoice It filled to the brim …..and it filled furthermore Memories and attachments ….. ….Of days gone by…..…..that began overflowing…. To fit them in was impossible She tried all the tricks! She tried all … Continue reading Her Baggage!
As I Age 3
An Entirety Age is an attractive cage I merrily get confined Though it’s not always kind Whence I am born I rely on others for my upkeep I learn to crawl… Rubbing to the ground my knees I look at others moving up and down And wonder how they clump steps steep I can’t wait … Continue reading As I Age 3
मैडम/ Madam
They call me Madam Credits: sketch artist : Pepper Tharp poetry : Sikiladi
Travel Trails: (17)Hanuman Dhwaja
The Dhwaja ( flag) stands in its own pride atop the Hanuman Mandir that’s painted in blue tones. The temple very comfortably is housed amidst several houses and commercial buildings on a a byroad that’s more of a street on the 4th cross in Koramangala area. Such temples are a common sight in Bangalore ( … Continue reading Travel Trails: (17)Hanuman Dhwaja
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