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The greatest impact of overemphasis on organised religion has been felt by spiritualism which is actually the soul of religion. (Representational image)

Mystic Mantra: Lalla Arifa - A Sufi-Shaivite lady

At the same time, Lalla's poetry came crashing down on the parasitic forms of ritualism and false religiosity.

10 Nov 2018 7:11 AM IST

So also, women who profess that they are men trapped in womens bodies would not have to undergo plastic surgery to acquire mock penises.

I am whatever I think I am'

My first stage play, called Mama Dragon, was commissioned by a company which named itself the Black Co-op Theatre.

10 Nov 2018 7:06 AM IST

Journalist Jamal Khashoggi has not been seen since he entered the Saudi consulate in Istanbul more than two weeks ago, amid persistent reports he was killed inside. (Photo: AFP)

Pressure on Saudi builds up after Khashoggi

That Khashoggi's premeditated killing and alleged dismemberment was a clear violation of international law is not...

10 Nov 2018 6:40 AM IST

The difference is that by tapping into our souls state of unconditional love through meditation, we can receive all the fulfillment and intoxication we desire. (Representional Image)

Mystic Mantra: Drinking from the bliss within

Those who learn to meditate can switch their attention to the source of happiness within even in the midst of sorrow.

9 Nov 2018 12:52 AM IST

Sabarimala Temple

A Sabarimala tale: When the celibate god rewarded an actress for...

Amit Shah has chastised the Supreme Court for having ruled that young women, whose entry to Sabarimala was banned, be...

9 Nov 2018 12:37 AM IST

Diwali, the festival of lights, is basically to be celebrated to renew our life goals to evolve spiritually and overcome the darkness of ignorance by the light of knowledge.

Mystic Mantra: Diwali Light up the inner darkness

Gods, Goddesses and Celestial Beings could be pleased by surrender, devotion and following the right path (dharma) in...

7 Nov 2018 12:52 AM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who is leaving for Delhi on Monday, said she would seek time from Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh to discuss the issue. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

As 'new aliens' emerge in Assam, Mamata vs BJP tussle expands

The Supreme Court has asked for a revision and the politics around this has grown heated.

7 Nov 2018 12:49 AM IST

Indian purchases of Iranian crude increased from 12.7 million tonnes in 2015-16 to 27.2 mt the next fiscal. Today, Iran is Indias third largest oil supplier after Iraq and Saudi Arabia. (Representational Image | AP)

Iran's oil and India's fragile energy security

Washington's decision to dishonour its nuclear treaty with Tehran and hammer on economic sanctions was sudden as well as...

7 Nov 2018 12:45 AM IST

Only when you realize the mortal nature of who you are, do you want to know what is beyond this. When the urge to know what is beyond this arises, the spiritual process is on. (Representational image)

Mystic Mantra: Your mortal nature

If you think about God when you feel insecure or hungry or when you feel something is going to be lost, that is survival...

6 Nov 2018 2:18 AM IST

A lot has changed in 10 years, and even if this was its centenary year, I dont expect thered be much fuss. The Mills & Boon phenomenon is just too disturbing for 2018. (Photo: pixabay/Representational)

Mills & Boon lessons for #MeToo era

Too often we sneer and cry gold-diggerâ€ when we see a gaggle of beauties draped over the likes of Sir Philip Green.

6 Nov 2018 2:16 AM IST

IL&FS, which arranged financing for infrastructure projects, has amassed huge debts and has defaulted on payment obligations for some.

IL&FS: Was everyone asleep at the wheel?

The group's interest in jointly controlled operations varied from company to company, for instance in the Elsamex...

6 Nov 2018 2:09 AM IST

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan visits the Prophets Mosque in Medina, Saudi Arabia (Photo: AP)

Decoding the Riyadh-Islamabad quid pro quo

Saudi Arabia in particular has had a special relationship with Pakistan, with Islamabad getting described as Saudi...

5 Nov 2018 12:10 AM IST