SANSKRIT
Plea in HC against titles to three new criminal laws in Hindi and Sanskrit
The Madras High Court directed the Union government to respond to a petition challenging the use of Hindi and Sanskrit names for three new criminal Acts. The petitioner argued that providing titles in these languages would create confusion and difficulty for non-speakers. The court scheduled further hearing for July 23.
Tamil Nadu Minister Udayanidhi Stalin gets bail in Sanatana dharma remarks case
In September last year, he had said that Santana dharma was against the principles of social justice and equality, and should be eradicated, attracting widespread condemnation. “What is Sanatanaam? The very name is only from Sanskrit. Sanatana is against equality and social justice and nothing else. What is the meaning of Sanatana? It is eternal, that is, it cannot be changed; no one could pose any question and that is the meaning,” he said.
262 Lok Sabha members take oath; 'Modi, Modi; NEET' cries heard in house
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took the oath as the opening day of the new Lok Sabha began. The BJP MPs raised chants of 'Modi, Modi' and 'Jai Shri Ram'. Opposition INDIA bloc members held up copies of the Constitution during the oath. The 262 members took oaths in Hindi, English, native languages, and Sanskrit. Senior BJP MP Bhartruhari Mahtab presided over the oath-taking of new members.
Linguistic diversity on display in Lok Sabha as new members take oath in Sanskrit, Hindi, Dogri, Odia
Newly-elected MPs in the Lok Sabha took oaths in diverse languages such as Sanskrit, Hindi, Dogri, Bengali, Assamese, and Odia, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Hindi. There were "Jai Shri Ram" chants during the process. Amid controversies over exams, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan took his oath in Odia. Kerala's first BJP MP, Suresh Gopi, invoked gods in Malayalam. Various other ministers took oaths in languages including Bengali, Marathi, Telugu, and Kannada.
PM Modi, senior ministers take oath as members of 18th Lok Sabha
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was sworn in as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha, marking his third consecutive term. He, along with his Council of Ministers, had previously taken oath on June 9. Modi, who retained the Varanasi seat, has been representing it since 2014. As the Leader of the House, he was the first to take the oath. Additionally, B Mahtab also took the oath as a member of the new House and as the pro-tem speaker earlier in the day at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
International Yoga Day 2024: PM Modi performs Yoga at Sher-i-Kashmir Conference Centre in Srinagar
Today, on June 21, people all throughout the world commemorate the tenth International Yoga Day. The combination of human body and mind is symbolized by the Sanskrit term 'yoga,' which means 'to join or to unite'. The purpose of the day is to increase ...
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PM Modi to hold 'Matri Shakti Sammlelan', interact with 25,000 women in Varanasi on May 21
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will engage with over 25,000 women in Varanasi, interacting with homemakers, professionals, and athletes during a 'Matri Shakti Sammlelan' at Sampurnanand Sanskrit University. Seeking a third term from the constituency, Modi faces Congress' Ajay Rai. BJP is mobilizing women workers to bring attendees for the event before Varanasi's June 1 polls.
Study, know yourself
Svadhyaya: Derived from Sanskrit words, 'sva' means self and 'adhyaya' means study, education. Svadhyaya encapsulates the practice of self-study, introspection and the exploration of one's inner being. It is a transformative process of personal exploration.
Overcoming doubts
When the prana is low, you feel unfulfilled. And when the prana is full, you are so fulfilled. So, when you have doubts, do more sadhana, practice. This is called shraddha, faith, the opposite of doubt. It starts with self-doubt - doubting the self, doubting everything and doubting the Divine.
Gulzar, Sanskrit scholar Rambhadracharya selected for Jnanpith Award
Rambhadracharya, the founder and head of Tulsi Peeth in Chitrakoot, is a renowned Hindu spiritual leader, educator and writer of more than 100 books. In a statement, the Jnanpith selection committee said, "It has been decided to give the award (for 2023) to eminent writers from two languages: Sanskrit litterateur Jagadguru Rambhadracharya and well known Urdu litterateur Shri Gulzar."
UP govt allocates Rs 1,000 cr for free sweaters, school bags to classes 1-8 students
Khanna said that the procurement process for providing uniforms, sweaters, school bags, shoes, and stationery for students has been discontinued. Instead, a sum of Rs 1,200 per student is being directly transferred to the bank accounts of parents through DBT. "A provision of Rs 650 crore is proposed for free sweaters and shoes-socks, in addition to Rs 350 crore for school bags for over 2 crore students studying in classes 1 to 8.
Sanskrit learning becomes easy with speaking dictionary
The dictionary is available in three languages and includes audio pronunciation using the 2P Technology.
Sanskrit: Can India leverage this ancient, nuanced language for the future to become a world leader in AI?
Unlike its Western counterparts, burdened by rigid sentence structures and linear grammar, Sanskrit thrives on flexibility. Its constellation of word-order possibilities and nuanced system for capturing meaning aligns perfectly with the dynamic nature of AI, where data constantly reconfigures, and algorithms adapt to new patterns.
When you chant AUM
AUM has no equal; it has infinite power. Just by repeating it, we can realise God. When you chant AUM, try to feel that it is God who is climbing up and down within you. Uncountable seekers in India have realised God simply by repeating AUM. AUM is the symbol of God, the Creator....
Happy prompting, it's ChhathGPT puja!
ChhathGPTPuja, celebrated three days after Chhath Puja, is a celebration of artificial intelligence's benefits. Devotees wear binary code-patterned saris and predictive gear, chanting algorithms and expressing gratitude to digital deities. Rituals involve synchronized data transfers and acknowledge the impact of AI on daily life.
Saudi Arabia: In a first, Indian embassy hosts all-Sanskrit event to promote language
The Embassy of India organised a unique event titled "Samskritotsava" in Riyadh on November 5, which was in Sanskrit and recognised the efforts by the Indian community in keeping the language alive in Saudi Arabia. It was a part of "Pravasi Parichay".
Myths are metaphors
Mythology often provides insights into ancient cultures and spiritual wisdom through its magical and metaphorical stories. In Celtic mythology, shape-shifting allowed seers to transform into various entities, gaining both the outer appearance and inner experiences of nature, leading to profound spiritual insight. While we can't physically change form, understanding myths as metaphors for deeper truths can enrich our perspectives.
Naatu Naatu, Shrivalli in Sanskrit: Music band strikes a chord with audience in Pune, Mumbai, and Nashik
A Sanskrit Music Band has gained popularity for their unique initiative of creating Sanskrit versions of popular songs and performing them in mesmerizing stage shows. With the goal of promoting the Sanskrit language, the group incorporates musical fusion and utilizes instruments such as the tabla, santoor, guitar, and keyboard. They aim to engage young audiences by translating popular songs into Sanskrit and use easy Sanskrit words for better understanding.
Theory of 'karma', mind management part of IIM Lucknow's latest course on Indian philosophy
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow is offering a course on "The Wisdom of Indian Philosophy" to help groom future industry leaders. The course draws inspiration from ancient Indian philosophy, including texts like the Bhagavad Gita, and aims to help students manage stress, improve focus, and enhance the quality of their minds. The course incorporates various fields such as metaphysics, aesthetics, psychology, and ethics, and also focuses on building emotional intelligence and resilience.
Bengal's new education policy mandates students learn 3 languages in Classes 5-8
The West Bengal government's new education policy mandates that students will have to learn three languages in classes 5-8, with Bengali as a priority language, an official said on Tuesday. Two languages will be taught at the primary level - of which one will be the mother tongue, the official elaborating on the policy cleared on Monday by the state cabinet said.
Physicist Robert J Oppenheimer's connection to India revealed in new biography amidst renewed interest
According to Dadabhoy's extensive 723-page work, there existed a cordial and intellectual camaraderie between Oppenheimer and Homi Jehangir Bhabha, a prominent Indian physicist. The two luminaries likely crossed paths after World War II had concluded, forging a deep friendship. Their shared interests in culture and learning, including Oppenheimer's proficiency in Sanskrit, Latin, and Greek, further strengthened their bond.
The true treasure
Mother Nature is always speaking. She speaks in a language understood within the peaceful mind of the sincere observer. Leopards, cobras, monkeys, rivers and trees, they all served as my teachers when I lived as a wanderer in the Himalayan foothills. The lessons they shared elevate the spirit.
What is Dharana?
Concentration is a great necessity for all aspirants. During concentration, the various rays of the mind are collected and focused on the object of concentration. The whole energy of the mind is concentrated on that one idea. The senses become still. They do not function. When there is deep concentration, there is no consciousness of the body and surroundings.
CBI registers FIR over irregularities in appointment of teachers in Delhi govt-aided school
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a case involving the appointment of teachers based on forged documents in a school aided by the Delhi government. The CBI conducted searches at 13 locations in Delhi, Uttarakhand, and Chhattisgarh. The agency registered the FIR after a preliminary inquiry revealed irregularities in the selection of 16 candidates against 18 vacancies.
VP questions Indian Bizmen-funded foreign institutions lecturing India
Dhankhar was speaking during the release of a commemorative postage stamp on the 200th birth anniversary of Swami Dayanand Saraswati, in New Delhi.
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