The Singularity of the Bhagavad Gita
The impact and lasting influence of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita that continues to shape entire cultures across the world.
Bangalore Nagaratnamma: A Life Dedicated to Tyagaraja
This is an abridged English translation of D.V. Gundappa's brilliant and moving profile of Bangalore Nagaratnamma, a musician par excellence who built a memorial for Tyagaraja in Tiruvayur.
Does a Politician Need Literature?
This is an English translation of D.V. Gundappa's 1950 essay in Kannada titled, "Does a Politician Need Literature?" It has much valuable advice both for aspiring and serving politicians.
The Unknown Order of Arjun Singh that Prevented the Excavations at Ayodhya: Here's the Full Story
In 1992, Arjun Singh, the Human Resources Minister, ordered the Archeological Survey of India to halt the excavations at the site of the disputed structure in Ayodhya in order to appease the Muslim vote bank. This is a story that has received little attention.
Banana: How the Food of our Devatas became an Inseparable Part of the Sanatana Social Life
The banana is such an inseparable part of the cultural and social life of Bharatavarsha that we have taken it for granted and do not pause to inquire into its hoary history and imprint
The Banana is Akin to the Kalpavrusha in the Hindu Tradition
The second episode of the history of the banana in India provides rich details as to how the banana is regarded akin to the Kalpavruksha (the wish-granting tree) in the Hindu tradition
Bharatavarsha now Awaits a New Mahakavya
On August 15, 1954, just seven years after India attained freedom, DVG delivered a deeply contemplative radio lecture, calling for a national introspection. It remains relevant till date.
The Tears of the Poralavoor Adithiri and Rama Varma’s Victory Against Tipu Sultan
The concluding part of this series reveals the connection between the young Karthika Thirunal Rama Varma's encounter with the Poralavoor Adithiri and how it contributed to his victory over Tipu Sultan.
Dharma Raja Karthika Tirunal Rama Varma’s Gift
The first episode narrating a profound incident that occurred in the childhood days of Travancore king Karthika Tirunal Rama Varma
Anecdotes from Sri Visvesvarayya's Life
In the concluding part of this essay series, we present several inspiring and ennobling anecdotes from Sir M. Visvesvarayya's life that remain eternal beacons of guidance