Arts & culture

13-Jul-2026

Marveling at the magnificence…

By Murli Menon

Exploring the temple complex at Bayon, Cambodia, one is perplexed by the mysterious smile on the face of Lord Vishnu. The answers… Read more

06-Jul-2026

A visit to the 'Temple of…

By Murli Menon

Traveling to an unknown destination is like solving a cryptic crossword. You crack the simple clues first till you get a few… Read more

28-Jun-2026

The story of America through postage…

By Pradip Jain & Pragya Jain

Two hundred and fifty years ago, 13 American colonies declared their independence from the British Crown, a decisive… Read more

24-Jun-2026

Batu Caves - Lord Murugan's…

By Murli Menon

Nestled in the limestone hills of Gombak, Selangor, just 13 km north of Kuala Lumpur, Batu Caves offer a serene escape into heritage… Read more

23-Jun-2026

Vivarta Arts opens expanded cultural…

Vivarta Arts, a Long Island-based nonprofit dedicated to Indian dance, music, and cultural education, is entering an exciting new chapter with the… Read more

18-Jun-2026

Robert Thurman | Pilgrim, professor…

By Bhuvan Lall

A reflection on predestination, eastern wisdom, and the inner journey on the passing of Professor Robert Thurman (May 3, 1941… Read more

16-Jun-2026

A world sculpted in sand: Beyond…

By Sanga Mitra and Anirban Som

You may be wondering what we mean by a "world sculpted in sand". Many of us have visited museums showcasing paintings,… Read more

08-Jun-2026

A sanctuary of Himalayan stillness…

By Murli Menon

Badrinath is an architectural and spiritual treasure waiting to be discovered by those willing to make the dramatic trek into… Read more

04-Jun-2026

Shaktipeeth in Gujarat: The sacred…

By Murli Menon

For many travelers, the state of Gujarat is celebrated for its historic stepwells and bustling coastal cities, but for the discerning… Read more