Nikita Tyagi

1. Donate food and water It is a major part of the rituals to donate food and water during this period. Not only do we offer it to our ancestors but also to the needy. What else would make the souls of our ancestors happier than seeing that the newer generations are serving the world. It is believed that this is the best period to perform such donations. It just looked in a way that it is our…

Well, if you are a Hindu, I need not explain what is the importance of Shraadh/Pitra Paksh in a family. “Pitru Paksha is a 16-day ritual observed in Hinduism to pay obeisance to the souls of those who have departed for their heavenly abode. Pitru Paksha is a mourning period that is marked by many pujas, rituals, and daan (charity) activities.”Says timesofindia.indiatimes Knowing all this, here…

5 evidences of Ramayana being true

1. Ram Setu We have all heard about the fact that Lord Ram, with the help of Vaanar sena built a bridge to Sri Lanka so that his army could march forward. Well, this, now has scientific evidence. The image that you see is taken from a satellite placed between India and Sri Lanka. This is the bridge that was build using the special kind of rocks that floated over water. 2. The Geography…

Top 4 Ganpati Songs you’ll vibe on

1. Gajanana This is one of the most famous and energetic songs that you’ll come across. This song gives such an enthusiastic vibe that no one can control their feet from tapping. Bajirao Mastani was a great movie and gave us some great music! 2. Sindoor laal chadhayo This is a beautifully crafted song that gives major Ganpati vibes. It takes you to some different world and everyone becomes a…

5 Ganesha Names you’ll love to know the meanings of

Our culture has always been full of mysteries and stories one cannot stop loving. So! Today, we’ll decode some names of Ganpati Bappa. These names have come from Sanskrit, hence we’ll break them into parts and understand their meanings by translating them. LET’S GO!!! 1. Gajanana Gaj: ElephantAnana: Face/HeadLiterally means elephant-headed. When you look at the charming idol of Lord Ganesh,…

5 things you did not know about the water you drink

1. Alkaline water You might be hearing a lot about alkaline water and the RO purifiers with this feature. Sounds interesting, right? Well, our mitii ke ghade have been doing the job quite well since centuries. Clay is alkaline in nature and when you drink water stored in an earthen pot, it helps you with the problems that acidic food provides. 2. Water purification Heard of copper RO…

4 ways to hydrate your skin(Without drinking the sea)

1. Hydration as per your requirement. Stop drinking water all day long without realizing that your body does not need your organs to swim. You must be drinking water only when you feel thirsty. All skin types are different. Every body is unique. All of us need different amounts of water during different times of the day in different seasons. I know you have been reading a lot about the…

5 facts about Sanskrit you didn’t know

1. NASA loves Sanskrit NASA is a name that no one is unaware of. Most of its claims are taken extremely serious by the world. Here’s a claim we didn’t know about: “NASA scientist Rick Briggs once said that Sanskrit is the only unambiguous language in existence. America has a University dedicated to Sanskrit and the NASA too has a department in it to research on Sanskrit manuscripts.”The Indian…

1. Aluminium You cannot stop the particles of your cooking ware from getting into your stomach along with your food. “Aluminium conducts heat quickly and is quite sturdy which is why it is widely used by people. However, when heated up, aluminium can react with acidic foods like tomatoes and vinegar. This reaction can make the food toxic and might also lead to stomach troubles and…

4 things to remember as a Hindu

1. You don’t belong to a religion Sanatan Dharma is a lifestyle. Indeed, the best for me. Often, we are lost in the concept of religion and end up fighting in the name of it. However, the great Sanatan Dharma is a way of life and anyone can adopt it. However, those who once enter this world of peace, find it hard to leave. Starting from food to exercise, everything that Sanatan Dharma asks you…

Banke Bihari ji Darshan | Vrindavan | Travel Review

Starting from the perfect Yamuna expressway to the vibrant streets of Vrindavan, this journey was an unforgettable one. The last time I visited this exquisite place was earlier this year in February. It was a random conversation on a sunny August day that decided we were leaving for Banke Bihari ji’s darshan in an hour. We opted for a taxi to avoid the traffic stress which would be caused due…

5 toxic food combinations you have been consuming all your life

1. Cream and salt Cream and salt when eaten together release toxins in your body and make you feel lethargic and exhausted. “According to Ayurvedic principle “Salt in milk” (Ksheeren lavanam) do not go together. But it is applicable to milk in salty preparations as well. As it has been mentioned in “Astanga Sangraha” that the reaction may not be immediate, so it will be wrong to say that such…

5 things you need to stop doing to your food

1. Reheating Who likes eating food that has cooled down already? We all have this habit of delaying a meal and then reheating it as per our convenience. “Sometimes we do it because of the time constraint to cook fresh food for every meal and there are days we have leftover. Whatever be the case, experts feel that one should avoid reheating food because the chemical change in food due to…

5 ways to boost your personal growth with Sanatan Dharma

1. Food I know you’ve heard this endless times! It is what it is. Your food builds you and you build your life. Remember the day when you were not well and your favourite task seemed like a burden? Feel it because that is the whole point. Only a healthy body wants to work and a healthy mind wants to work smart. Both are built by food! What you eat is what you are.Sadhguru It isn’t as…

Discover your body type| Vata Pitta Kapha| Three Doshas

We are well aware of the fact that all of us are unique and possess a distinct kind of body. The great science of Ayurveda has adeptly understood our body forms and classified them into three major categories. They are based on the “Panch tatva” which are the five elements of nature that constitute every person and thing. Let us begin the journey of exploring ourselves. What are the doshas? The…

Introduction Why Murtipoojan? How is it even logical? Why did it start? Why do people even do it? I understand you have all of the above questions and want answers to them since always. I also needed the explanation and logic behind the whole concept a few years back. After researching and learning, here’s what I have found: What is Idol worship? “In many Indian religions, such as theistic…

5 Simple Yoga poses to begin with | Yoga for Beginners

Introduction Alright! I know you are very aware that yoga is super-beneficial! I also know that you wanna start yoga but just can’t, because things never happen to fall in place. So guys! Here are not only the yoga poses that you can start with but also, how can you start with yoga itself. Start scrolling and find some simple yet effective asanas along with some methods about how can you find…