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A wellness and spirituality magazine offering everyday insights and soulful inspiration for a happier, healthier, and more peaceful you.
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Yakub Mathew’s Seeking the Infinite was launched at a high-power event by the former Vice President of India in New Delhi, witnessing a confluence of faiths and viewpoints. Read more
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There are places where yoga feels like exercise — and then there is Rishikesh, where yoga feels like remembrance. From 9–15 March 2026, the International Yoga Festival at Parmarth Niketan returns to the sacred banks of the Ganga, gathering teachers, seekers, and musicians from across the world. More than a yoga event, it is a… Read more
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To celebrate the spirit of Maha Shivratri, A Lotus In The Mud hosted a spiritually immersive Editors’ Meet, uniting community voices beyond religion to uphold dharma as a collective path. Read more
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In a world drowning in AI-generated content and endless digital noise, the resurgence of Dastangoi—a centuries-old Urdu oral storytelling art—is a radical act of reclamation. Recently, at a performance in New Delhi, Dastan-e-Irfan-e-Buddh, reminded us why this matters now: the human voice alone can pierce distraction, foster true presence, and awaken wisdom traditions long fragmented… Read more
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Bede Griffiths. a Roman Catholic monk, merged Western spirituality with Indian contemplative roots by preaching Christianity through Indian spiritual forms for close to four decades from the 1950s Read more
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Continuous use of smartphones tires the eyes, causes dryness, and disturbs natural cycles—impacting children’s eyesight and long-term eye health. However, eye relaxation, breaks, and conscious use can lead to clarity and wellness. Read more
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True readiness is a journey of emotional growth, practical skills, and adaptability that empowers students to succeed in higher education and beyond, the author learnt at a panel discussion. Read more
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YO1 in Upstate New York blends holistic systems such as Ayurveda, nature cure and yoga to help manage issues including stress, weight, diabetes and fertility. Ancient wisdom meets modern science in a luxurious setting here to rejuvenate your body and mind, restore balance, and promote lasting vitality, says YO1 CEO Harish Goyal. Read more
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