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Bhagavad Gita is undoubtedly the most revered book of Hindus. Some people believe that it is meant only for retired octogenarians or people who seek detachment from the world. But nothing can be further from the truth. Gita does not contain dogmatic practices, but pragmatic guidelines which apply to everybody’s daily lives, covering diverse issues ranging from social dilemmas to corporate affairs. It does not contain the commandment of Krishna but rather the advice given to Arjun when he was filled with confusion and trepidation on the battlefield. The stories of Indian mythology and the lessons associated with them have always fascinated and intrigued me. Every event complements the other and is part of a bigger jigsaw puzzle. For me, Ram and Krishna are like teachers and role models, and not just Gods. Below is a synopsis of the first 6 chapters of the book ‘My Gita’ written by the famous mythologist Devdutt Pattanaik, mixed with my own comments and observations. These chapters expou...

Schindler's List is one of the most heart wrenching English films from the 1990s. Directed by Steven Spielberg, it brings Oskar Schindler's forgotten contributions to humanity in limelight. Moreover, it portrays a  poignant picture of the Jewish people in Germany during World War II. Starring Liam Neeson, Ben Kingsley, and Ralph Fiennes, it won many Academy Awards. The filmmakers used a black-and-white theme for the audience to empathize with the victims of the Holocaust. I would recommend this film to all those who take interest in knowing about modern history. However, I must warn all readers that the film contains some adult scenes, thus viewer discretion is advised. 27th January 2025, the day I began writing this blog also happens to coincide with the International Holocaust Remembrance Day. It was instituted by the UN General Assembly to commemorate the liberation of Auschwitz concentration camp from Nazis by the Allied forces in 1945. There were many political factors tha...