Archana Venkatesan, University of California, Davis Ever since Vice President Kamala Harris became a presence on the national scene, her…
Procrastination and Prioritization: Navigating Life’s Responsibilities and Thrill-Seeking Habits
The morning prayer in school urged us to act promptly. Despite initial procrastination, I’ve learned the value of timely action. Procrastination can be seen as “strategic time management,” but responsibilities accumulate. It’s not just about laziness or poor time management, but mood management. While I aim to overcome procrastination, some thrill-seekers still indulge in it.
The Power of Weird: Unveiling its Political Weaponization
The weaponization of “weird” as a political tool between Democrats and Republicans, with labels like “weirdo” thrown around, extends beyond politics. Innovators and visionaries are often termed “weird,” and their contributions are invaluable. Democrats’ use of “weird” as a negative label for Republicans may not achieve its intended effect. It’s time for a more effective approach.
Fluid keeps your brain from crushing itself and shields your spine from shock
– a neurologist explains what happens when it stops working Danielle Wilhour, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Cerebrospinal fluid, or CSF,…
HOW I CAN SAY HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY TO INDIA AND PAKISTAN
Brace yourself for the annual spectacle of patriotism and pageantry as Pakistan and India light up August 14th and 15th…
Rationalism and Humanism
by Promod Puri When it comes to my social, religious, and political sentiments, they shape how I see the world.…
The Dynamic Duo: Satnam Waheguru & the Power of Hukam
Satnam Waheguru is a powerful mantra representing the Truth and divine awe in Sikh spirituality. Guru Nanak’s wisdom emphasizes accepting the divine order and living a purposeful, peaceful life. By following this divine order, one fosters religiosity and harmony, bringing peace to oneself and the surrounding environment.
Nationalism & Patriotism Are Threats To Global Peace And Environment
I’ve been anti-national since I first grasped the true nature of what it means to pledge allegiance to a country.…
Bangladesh Student Protests: Sheikh Hasina Forced to Flee
The power of the people has led to the overthrow of dictatorships in Cuba, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan. Recently, massive protests in Bangladesh, led by students, resulted in the resignation and flight of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Her government’s abuses of power and suppression of opposition fueled the people’s anger, compelling her to flee the country.
The Significance of Friendship: Exploring the Importance of Human Connections
The shift from grade 5 to grade 6 marked a significant milestone, as it saw the transition from learning the alphabet to crafting essays in English. Writing assignments included topics like “A Dog as Man’s Best Friend” and drafting formal applications for leave. The experience emphasized the value of friendships, from casual to best friends, offering mutual support and joy.
OLYMPICS: A BILLION-DOLLAR CIRCUS IN A WORLD OF CHAOS
While wars rage, poverty spreads, and basic necessities like clean water and functional hospitals remain a distant dream for many,…
“Everything Matters, Nothing Is Important.”
“Everything Matters, Nothing Is Important.” Recently, I spotted this graffiti in Vancouver’s poorest and run-down area. And the message intrigued…
Vahan Puja: The Unique Car Blessing Tradition in India
In India, the “Vahan Puja” is a ceremonial welcome for new cars, akin to a vehicle christening. Conducted by a priest, it involves rituals like washing the car, chanting mantras, and blessings for safety. The ceremony culminates with breaking a coconut for good fortune, reflecting India’s rich cultural traditions.
INTERNET: A PLATFORM THAT CARRIES BOTH TRUE AND FALSE INFORMATION
by Promod Puri Knowledge, for the most part, is created, developed and distributed. At this helm, we can discern its…
The Moral Imperative to End Wars and Violent Conflicts:
The cries of humans suffering from poverty, starvation, disease, and epidemics, the devastation of global warming, the desperation of migrants…
Music Directors who contributed significantly to the success of Hindi films
Sad songs, happy songs, and lively and festive songs have been integral to Hindi films. During the Golden Era of…
MODERN DICTATORS UNDER DEMOCRATIC AND SOCIALIST REGIMES
In their emergence as powerful leaders, most have in common their nefarious promises of public security and meeting basic needs.
Theism, atheism, religious or guru’s gospels offered as curative prescriptions are barricades or dead ends to free thinking.
The Joy of Simple Living
We often discuss the environment, global warming, and related issues, but individual actions can significantly contribute to a better, more…
Trudeau Must Quit!!
Trudeau must quit because he dares to create a welcoming environment for refugees and new immigrants. Building walls and closing…
WHEN NON-HUMANS ARE TREATED LIKE HUMANS
Should we blame nations for initiating wars, battles, or violent conflicts or hold individuals accountable for sparking these fires? Historically,…
“Dil Eak Mandir Hai”: My Heart Is My Temple
In Hinduism, temples, public or home shrines, and the worship of natural elements are integral to ceremonial and spiritual practices.…
DENIALISM A SERIOUS THREAT TO OUR SOCIETY:
When events unfold before our eyes or are reported through trustworthy sources, yet we deny them as non-events, we may…
The prosecution of Arundhati Roy is business as usual for the Modi government – and bad news for freedom of expression in India
Jamal Barnes, Edith Cowan University Earlier this month, Narendra Modi was elected India’s prime minister for the third consecutive time.…
FROM GURDWARA TO HINDU TEMPLE: A HISTORIC SITE IN VANCOUVER
467 East 11th Ave. is not just a location but a living testament to the rich history of the Indo-Canadian…
When Democracy Turns Into Fascism
Fascism is a political system led by a dictator who exerts complete control over a nation. To maintain this power,…
THE TRADITION OF SATSANG
In Hindu and Sikh religious activities, Satsang is a popular religious tradition. It is group participation that involves listening to…
It does not apply in Canada: “When in Rome, do as the Romans do.”
The perception that ethnic communities create ghettos and bring along old baggage while settling in Canada is a stereotyped conception.…
PALDI: A HERITAGE PLACE OF PRIDE FOR S. ASIAN CANADIANS
By Promod Puri Paldi, named after a small town in Hoshiarpur District of Punjab, is located about seven miles southwest…
Consciousness and Its Impact on the Human Mind
Consciousness is the most crucial aspect of our lives, certifying us as living beings fully aware of our internal states…
I.N.D.I.A. Halts Modi’s Juggernaut
By Promod Puri The sweeping dominance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration, characterized by anti-Muslim rhetoric, anti-secularism, anti-democratic stances, and…
SAT-CHIT-ANANDA: THE ULTIMATE BLISS
“Sat-chit-ananda” is a profound spiritual concept in Hindu philosophy that encapsulates the essence of divine contentment and bliss. This three-word…
Why Hindus Worship Animals
The wisdom of animals compared to humans is a matter of perspective. While humans measure intelligence and wisdom by certain…
FLEXIBILITY IS THE KEY FOR PERSONAL AND WORLD PEACE
Flexibility isn’t just about bending over and touching our toes; it encompasses the ability to adapt and change. Flexibility is…
DON’T JOIN THE ARMED FORCES; IT CREATES MENTAL HEALTH CRISES AND SUICIDAL TENDENCIES
Joining the armed forces for the sake of serving the motherland always results in destruction, devastation, and deaths. In fact,…
Drones: The Modern Weapons of Mass Destruction
Once, birds dominated the blue sky. Today, that same sky is often darkened by drones, casting streaks of comet-like lights…
VEG AND ETHNIC FOODS HELP FIGHT HIGH GROCERY BILL
In Canada today, the issue of escalating food prices has become a focal point of concern. While this is a…
The Impact of Boycotts and Sanctions on Russia: A Closer Look
Since Russia initiated its invasion of Ukraine over two years ago, the Western Bloc, spearheaded by the USA, swiftly responded…
Unravelling the Dynamics of Thought: From Conception to Destiny
Gandhi’s profound insight echoes through time: thoughts are the architects of destiny. From the moment a thought takes root in…
Life Is A Game Of Soccer/football
By Promod Puri All our thoughts, perceptions and subsequent actions are influenced and regulated by the consciousness of the “landscape…
SIGNIFICANCE OF PERCEPTION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF HUMAN ADVANCEMENT
This 601-word (four-minute reading) essay is written about the significance of perception that is not based on our physical senses…
India elections: ‘Our rule of law is under attack from our own government, but the world does not see this’
Sandhya Fuchs, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam On a crisp winter morning in February 2023, I meet one of my South Delhi…
NEOLOGISM: THE WORLD NEEDS SOME REPAIRS AND CHANGES IN ALL ITS SYSTEMS AND ORDERS:
Neologism means to introduce a new word or new senses of existing words. In its expanded definition, neologism also involves…
CASE FOR SEPARATING GOD FROM RELIGION
God and religion are two separate identities. If we look at the genesis of religion, there was no God; instead,…
DISCOVERING THE AUTHENTIC IMAGE OF SELF INVOLVES DISCARDING THE ONE CREATED BY SOCIETY
The term “authentic” is an adjective in various contexts, such as authentic cuisine, art, or expression. Beyond denoting genuine or…
WE’RE ALL FOOLS ONCE IN A WHILE; LET US CELEBRATE APRIL FOOL’S DAY
Today marks April Fool’s Day on the first day of the month. But let us give the traditional custom of…
HOW WE DEFINE OR MEASURE HAPPINESS: by Promod Puri with ChatGPT input In the ongoing discourse surrounding global happiness, Finland’s…
Besides Humans, Everything Else Has Consciousness Too
By Promod Puri What sets humans apart from inanimate objects like spoons, tables, stones, or anything else? Both are physical…
CALL TO BOYCOTT ELECTIONS IN INDIA
Given the authoritarian and arrogant rule of the Modi government with the weaponization of the laws and the Enforcement and…
SATNAM WAHEGURU: A COMPANION IN SOLITUDE
“Satnam Waheguru” – two simple yet profoundly meaningful words encapsulating the essence of spiritual connection. In the solitude of contemplation,…
NATIONS AND PEOPLE DON’T INITIATE OR OPT FOR WARS; THEIR RULERS DO
(With an informative explanation from ChatGPT) 687 words. In the current tense and fierce worldwide rundown, where wars, battles, fights,…
A view of the Human crisis through desperate Migrants
What is the Darien Gap? And why are more migrants risking this Latin American route to get to the US? Sara…
THE CASE FOR WORLDWIDE ABOLISHING Of THE ARMED FORCES AND DISMANTLING OF ARM FACTORIES
In this article, I’m not going into the genesis of the Russia-Ukraine war, the Israel-Hamas bloodshed or the ongoing battles…
THE CALL OF HUMANITY: CEASEFIRE, SURRENDER, RAISE THE WHITE FLAG, SIT DOWN AND NEGOTIATE TO END THE WARS
There is always an end to the beginning. A start stops at someplace.But changes transform the scenario, landscape, and distinctiveness…
Pope wants Ukraine to Raise a white flag to end the war with Russia
I got so excited to catch this news item reported by the Canadian Press (source Associated Press) on March 9.…
THE WORLD NEEDS A NEW POLITICAL SYSTEM OF EVOLVING RATIONALISM BASED ON HUMANISM
EDIT by Promod Puri In my social, religious, and political sentiments that influence my behaviour and outlook toward society, I am…
ATHEISM’S CONTRIBUTION IN SPIRITUAL PURSUITS
God and religion are synonymous influences subjected to evolution in humankind’s ongoing social construction. In this evolution, atheism can also…
Humans and animals
INTRODUCING SWEET POTATO RAITA
One of the most popular, versatile, easy-to-prepare and stomach-friendly side dishes in the Indian culinary delights is the tasty and…
REMEMBERING THE PAISA THAT ENRICHED MY CHILDHOOD: Besides memories, things also connect us to nostalgic moments that we embrace once…
Intellectual Humility: Acknowledging what we don’t know is as essential as asserting what we know.
CAN THE SANE WORLD LAUNCH AN ARMED INTERVENTION ON THE PALESTINIAN FRONT?
International Court of Justice gave its verdict; the United Nations passed resolutions, one likely to come when G20 nations meet…
RELIGIONS ARE MORE THAN BELIEFS, GODS AND GODDESSES
Religions offer more than rituals, customs and traditions, dos and don’ts, gods and goddesses. In fact, they also embody profound…
TRANSFORMATION OF INDIA’S DEMOCRACY
by Promod Puri As per his motives based on flawed knowledge and limited perception of Hinduism, a transformation of India’s…
Political extremism of the Left and Right is as dangerous and alarming as religious fanaticism.
What do your blood test results mean? A toxicologist explains the basics of how to interpret them
Brad Reisfeld, Colorado State University Your blood serves numerous roles to maintain your health. To carry out these functions, blood…
The nature of complaining
This piece is written somewhat satirically about our social behaviour of reacting and getting upset more than necessary about small…
WHAT IS PRANA PRATISHTHA THAT INVOKES THE LORD RAM IDOL
The sprawling Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ram was inaugurated on January 24 in Ayodhya. The ceremonial and sacred word…
THE PLIGHT OF MUSLIMS IN INDIA: “Jayen toh jayen kahan.”
As the thought of writing this piece popped up, I was reminded of an old Hindi film song penned by…
IRON-WILLED NIKKI HALEY DEFIES TRUMP’S LEAD IN THE REPUBLICAN BID FOR THE WHITE HOUSE
Punjabi by nature and steered by her temperament, Nikki Haley remains unyielding to drop out of the Republican nomination race…
WHAT IS MINDFULNESS?
(320 words, 2mts. of reading time) Staying in an environment exclusively reserved for the self leads to an experience called…
RENAMING PAPPAD AS SPICY NACHO
The traditional Indian paper-thin spicy wafer called ‘pappad’ is not spelled right in English. It misses the sound of ‘r.’…
SEEKING WORLD PEACE THRU DEMOLITION OF BORDERS
I begin this essay with words of wisdom and sanity taken from ancient Hindu scriptures and a Tamil poem written…
AYODHYA TEMPLE INAUGURATION
North India is experiencing a cold wave, accompanied by heightened religious fervor surrounding the Ayodhya Ram temple’s inauguration. As government institutions and educational facilities close, the community engages in celebrations. The temple’s impending consecration on January 22 represents a significant moment, built on the site of the former Babri mosque.
AMAZING TRUMP: A NARCISSIST BATTLING ON SEVERAL FRONTS
Deeply entrenched in multiple lawsuits, from financial fraud to election subversion and defamation, it’s incredible how Donald Trump handles them…
“Hindu sentiments Are Hurt”
What is that delicate and feeble Hindu Sentiment that often gets hurt? We hadn’t heard about it till in the…
Do Atheists And Non-religious people Need To Have A place for Congregation?
Church without God: How secular congregations fill a need for some nonreligious Americans Jacqui Frost, Purdue University Shared testimonies, collective…
WHAT IS INTELLECTUAL HUMILITY AND WHY THE WORLD NEED IT
Among the philosophers and academic scholars studying human behaviour, intellectual humility is one of the favourite topics of deliberation and…
MODERN WARS CAUSE MORE DEATHS AND DESTRUCTION THAN ANCIENT WARS
Modern wars do not have front lines or dedicated battlegrounds, and soldiers don’t clash one-on-one. The battles happen remotely. The…
MY VISION OF A HAPPY NEW YEAR
The moment clock’s second hits midnight and the year 2023 slips away in the realm of history. We step into…
BESIDES THINKING AND OTHER FUNCTIONS, HUMAN BRAIN CREATES LIVE IMAGES, TOO
The function of the brain is not only to produce thoughts and process thinking, knowledge, and information but also to create images of what we imagine, perceive, and receive in our mental and cognitive senses.
THE GENIUS OF O.P. NAYYAR CONTINUES TO ENTERTAIN US WITH HIS LIVELY COMPOSITIONS
A noteworthy approach in Nayyar’s compositions was that he believed the film songs must be lively and entertaining. By Promod…
REALIZING THE AUTHENTIC IMAGE OF SELF
(Authentic: 2023 The Word Of The Year) Every year, Merriam-Webster selects the word of the year. This year, its chosen…
India’s goddesses of contagion provide protection in the pandemic – just don’t make them angry.
Tulasi Srinivas, Emerson College Hindus in India have had a helping hand – several in fact – when it comes…
Geopolitical chess game: Why India has no interest in serving as a western pawn
Shaun Narine, St. Thomas University (Canada) Canada’s deepening divide with India following its accusation that the Indian government was responsible…
During cold and flu season Does chicken soup really help?
Colby Teeman, University of Dayton Preparing a bowl of chicken soup for a loved one when they’re sick has been…
“GOLGAPPE” IN COSTCO: AN AMBIENCE OF INDIA IN CANADA
As Costco started selling ‘Golgappe’ aka ‘Pani-puri,’ while samosas and dosas become the popular snack food in Canada, ghee retails…
EGO: AN OVERVIEW
(992 words, 5 mts. read.) What is ego? It is the nature of a person’s attitude and expression of opinion…
WHAT IS GOING ON IN THE WORLD?
Today’s world is in turmoil, violent, disturbed, depressing, and daunting. A never-ending scenario of combats and conflicts, a war, a…
THE TRAGIC STORY OF THE WORLD TODAY
by Promod Puri (361 words) The world today faces turbulence, turmoil, wars, and strives. Perhaps, never before in its history,…
DEMOCRACY DYING IN INDIA, AND FASCISM TAKING BIRTH
Fascism is a system run or led by a dictator who has complete power in every aspect of a nation.…
IMPORT OF KHALISTAN MOVEMENT HELPS MODI IN NEXT ELECTION
by Promod Puri Desperately trying to rope Modi in its ring to contain growing Chinese influence and domination in Asia,…
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Ashaji, Jaaiye aap kahan jayenge
Born Sept.8,1933, Asha Bhosle, who turns 90 today, has been an icon of Indian film music as a playback singer.…
BESIDES EVEREST AND KILIMANJARO, MORE SUMMITS ON THE WORLD SCENE
The word summit to me was that of Mt. Everest, Kilimanjaro, or other world mountain peaks. But in the last…
OUR HISTORY: From “Hindoos” to South Asian Canadians
Insensitivity and ignorance have been part of Canada’s racist history. Immigrants, especially from the “visible minority” communities, not only faced…
DO POLITICAL PARTIES NEED IDEOLOGY TO GET TO POWER
Do political parties under a democratic structure need to base themselves on their distinctive ideologies, or can they do away…
THE WORLD NEEDS A NEW POLITICAL SYSTEM OF EVOLVING RATIONALISM BASED ON HUMANISM
By Promod Puri In my social, religious, and political sentiments that influence my behaviour and outlook toward society, I am…
WHAT MOTIVATES AMERICA’S CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT
Even with few exceptions, the American civil rights movement has never been led on a political platform. Instead, religion has…
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