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In Search of Jñāna Mārga, Part 1

The cultural progress of a society can be reviewed only by looking at the educational progress of the society. What is the origin of India's academic heritage? This essay answers.

Amogh Vaidya 16 min read

Indian Knowledge Systems

The Crisis of Modernity- Disenchantment and De-ritualization of Society

The article explores how modernity has led to the disenchantment and de-ritualization of society, emphasizing the loss of rituals, community, and meaning, and argues for the revival of ritual to re-enchant life and counter the atomization of individuals in a capitalist, neoliberal world.

Sai Priya Chodavarapu 13 min read

Dharma Today

IKS for Global Futures, National Integrity, and Individual Well-Being

This article provides an overview of the existing and emergent landscape of the Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS).

Kavita Krishna Meegama, Lakshmi Sivaraman 17 min read

Indian Knowledge Systems

Indigenous Public Policy - Perspectives

On developing dharma-centric, culture-compatible public policy by reviving indigenous institutions and governance systems rooted in Bhārata's civilizational heritage to counter Western dominance in modern policymaking.

Sai Priya Chodavarapu 6 min read

Culture And Policy

Gaṇapati to Gaṇarājya | Locating State's Allegory in the God of Gaṇas

An essay exploring how Vedic and Paurāṇika wisdom can inspire modern governance and leadership to harness the timeless intelligence of Gaṇapati.

Sushant Gangoli 17 min read

Bodhas

Sailing A Stitched Ship - The Indian Kon Tiki

This article highlights our great shipbuilding heritage and naval history, especially that of the unique stitched ship.

Kavita Krishna Meegama 19 min read

Indian Knowledge Systems

The Example of the Song 'Neeli Meghamulalo'

The song 'Neeli Meghamulalo' is a perfect example of how we can use mass media, especially cinema, to mainstream culture. This article offers a translation and explanation of the song's lyrics.

Vivek Rallabandi 7 min read

Cinema And Books

Summer over the Indian Ocean

This article highlights the importance of cosmic balance between nature and culture, exemplified by King Bhagīratha’s tapas to bring the sacred river Gaṅgā to earth and its profound ecological, cultural, and spiritual significance for Indian civilization.

Ratul Chakraborty 12 min read

Bodhas

Iconography and Symbolism of Gaṇapati

Read about the iconography and symbolism of the elephant-faced Lord of Gaṇas, the one with the power to swallow all the sorrow in the universe.

Sai Priya Chodavarapu 11 min read

Bodhas

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In Search of Jñāna Mārga, Part 1

The Crisis of Modernity- Disenchantment and De-ritualization of Society

IKS for Global Futures, National Integrity, and Individual Well-Being

Indigenous Public Policy - Perspectives

Gaṇapati to Gaṇarājya | Locating State's Allegory in the God of Gaṇas

Sailing A Stitched Ship - The Indian Kon Tiki

The Example of the Song 'Neeli Meghamulalo'

Summer over the Indian Ocean

Iconography and Symbolism of Gaṇapati