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Dad's Photography Location: Alleppey, Kerala Here's a short story behind my dad's passion for photography. He enrolled in a certificate course in photography around the time I was about to be born. He wanted to preserve those precious memories through photographs. Soon after, he began capturing my pictures—one of the earliest was a photo of me eating Cerelac in Hyderabad. That very photograph was selected by Nestlé as the third cutest baby photo in 1996, and we received a cash prize of ₹3000. My father couldn’t believe his eyes, wrote a postcard  to my grandmother in Andhra Pradesh. Neither could my grandfather believe , who travelled all the way from Andhra Pradesh (present-day Jharkhand) to Bihar just to see the newborn baby girl who had arrived in the Balivada family. A baby girl hadn’t been born in our family for three generations, so the news brought immense joy. And in those precious moments, reels rolled on, capturing the raw emotions, smiles,...

This Saree

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The confidence i can carry in a six yards saree impeccable which i can never match to any other attires... Every yard accross the body makes you conquer... The touch of mother land , the spirit of nation is always cherished in a Saree... This saree covers Faces of women and women on every inch.... Let's make it normal to drap a saree in a very comfortable way...let it be rooted...let it be loved on body than in cupboards... Let's the Pallu fly in air and let your wings fly higher  My dear Women🤍

My Grandfather from Guttavalli

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This is the untold story of a village nestled in the embrace of lush greenery, far away from the city. In the courtyard, a granddaughter plays while, lying on a cot, a doll counts numerous stars listening to Grandpa's stories. The tales of seven princes and seven fishes begin in the moonlight, as the young princess indulges in dreams. Grandpa's cherished granddaughter, a source of joy for the entire village, becomes the center of attention, adorning her nails with red polish and captivating everyone with her presence. The village gathers in her courtyard to watch television, and Anandrao Master's granddaughter becomes the playmate for many families. The highlight is the granddaughter's unique talent in adorning her nails, causing a stir in the village. People gather to witness the spectacle, and even Anandrao Ji proudly boasts about his granddaughter's accomplishments. The night brings laughter as everyone enjoys the show under a star-filled sky. A nightly ritual in...

O Henry

O. Henry, whose real name was William Sydney Porter, was born on September 11, 1862. On the occasion of his birth anniversary, we remember and celebrate the life and literary contributions of this renowned American short story writer. O. Henry is best known for his masterful storytelling and his ability to craft short stories with unexpected and clever twists at the end. His works often depicted the everyday life of ordinary people in New York City and other settings, and they frequently explored themes of irony and coincidence. Some of his most famous stories include "The Gift of the Magi," "The Ransom of Red Chief," and "The Last Leaf." Throughout his career, O. Henry's writing style and storytelling prowess endeared him to readers around the world. His stories continue to be anthologized and adapted into various forms of media, cementing his place as a beloved figure in American literature. As we mark his birth anniversary, we pay tribute to O. Henr...

130 years of Swami Vivekanand jis Chicago Speech.

It's noteworthy that Swami Vivekananda, the renowned Indian philosopher and spiritual leader, delivered his historic speech at the Parliament of the World's Religions in Chicago, USA, on September 11, 1893. During this speech, he addressed the audience with the famous opening words, "Sisters and brothers of America," which drew widespread attention and made a lasting impact. Swami Vivekananda's speech at the Parliament of the World's Religions is considered a seminal moment in the history of interfaith dialogue and the introduction of Hindu philosophy and spirituality to the Western world. In his address, he eloquently spoke about the universality of religion, tolerance, and the need for harmony among different faiths and cultures. Vivekananda's message of religious tolerance, spiritual enlightenment, and the importance of understanding and respecting diverse beliefs still resonates today. His speech continues to inspire individuals and organizations world...

महादेवी वर्मा

महान कवयित्री महादेवी वर्मा की पुण्य तिथि के अवसर पर, हम भारतीय साहित्य में उनके महत्वपूर्ण योगदान और कविता के क्षेत्र में उनकी स्थायी विरासत को याद करते हैं और उनका सम्मान करते हैं। महादेवी वर्मा, जिनका जन्म 26 मार्च, 1907 को फर्रुखाबाद, भारत में हुआ और उनका निधन 11 सितंबर, 1987 को हुआ, एक प्रमुख हिंदी कवयित्री, स्वतंत्रता सेनानी और महिला अधिकार कार्यकर्ता थीं। महादेवी वर्मा को उनकी उत्कृष्ट कविता के लिए जाना जाता है, जिसमें प्रकृति, प्रेम, आध्यात्मिकता और महिलाओं के सशक्तिकरण सहित कई विषयों की खोज की गई है। वह छायावाद आंदोलन की एक प्रमुख हस्ती थीं, जो हिंदी कविता का एक साहित्यिक आंदोलन है जो अपनी रोमांटिक और गीतात्मक शैली के लिए जाना जाता है। उनकी सबसे प्रसिद्ध कृतियों में से एक "यम" है, जो कविताओं का एक संग्रह है जो प्रकृति के साथ उनके गहरे संबंध और जीवन और मृत्यु के बारे में उनके आत्मनिरीक्षण अन्वेषण को स्पष्ट रूप से दर्शाती है। उनकी कविताएँ अक्सर गहन दार्शनिक और आध्यात्मिक अर्थ रखती हैं, जो पीढ़ी-दर-पीढ़ी पाठकों के बीच गूंजती रहती हैं। महादेवी वर्मा न केवल एक प्रखर कवयित...

मुक्ति बोध

मुक्ति बोध, जिनका जन्म नाम पूर्ण चंद्र दास था, भारत में एक प्रभावशाली आध्यात्मिक शिक्षक और दार्शनिक थे। उनकी मृत्यु की सालगिरह पर उन्हें आध्यात्मिकता के क्षेत्र में उनके महत्वपूर्ण योगदान और उनकी शिक्षाओं के लिए याद किया जाता है जो कई लोगों को प्रेरित करती रहती हैं। मुक्ति बोध का 11 सितंबर, 1966 को निधन हो गया। वह अपने गहन ज्ञान और साधकों को उनकी आध्यात्मिक यात्राओं पर मार्गदर्शन करने की क्षमता के लिए जाने जाते थे। उनकी शिक्षाओं में आत्म-बोध, ध्यान और आंतरिक शांति की खोज के महत्व पर जोर दिया गया। मुक्तिबोध का दर्शन विभिन्न आध्यात्मिक परंपराओं से प्रेरित है और व्यक्तियों को जन्म और मृत्यु के चक्र से मुक्ति (मुक्ति) का मार्ग प्रदान करने का प्रयास करता है। उनकी आध्यात्मिक विरासत को उनके अनुयायी आगे बढ़ा रहे हैं और आध्यात्मिक ज्ञान चाहने वालों पर इसका प्रभाव जारी है। उनकी मृत्यु की सालगिरह पर, लोग मुक्तिबोध की शिक्षाओं को याद करते हैं और आध्यात्मिक स्वतंत्रता की तलाश में आंतरिक विकास और आत्म-प्राप्ति के महत्व पर विचार करते हैं। उनका काम आध्यात्मिक पथ पर चलने वालों के लिए प्रेरणा का स्रोत ब...