Chyawanprash is a comprehensive herbal tonic with multiple health benefits, prepared according to an ancient Ayurvedic formula. This unique 'jam' is a mix of powerful ayurvedic herbs with 'amla' (Indian gooseberry) as the base. It is beneficial for all ages, and creates a harmonious synergy in the body leading to better metabolism.

It is believed that the formula of Chyawanprash was discovered by the sage Chyawan. He was the first to prepare this tonic, and used it to regain his own youth and longevity. Charak Samhita, the ancient Ayurvedic treatise written by sage Charak in the 4th century BCE, contains the first historically documented formula for Chyawanprash. According to this ancient text, Chyawanprash is "the foremost of all 'rasayanas' or herbal formulations." Read more

Traditionally accepted as one of the supplementary arms of the Vedas, The Laws of Manu or 'Manava Dharma Shastra' is one of the standard books in the Hindu canon, and a basic text for all gurus to base their teachings on. This 'revealed scripture' comprises 2684 verses, divided into 12 chapters presenting the norms of domestic, social, and religious life in India (c 500 BCE) under the Brahmin influence, and is fundamental to the understanding of ancient Indian society.

Present-day scholars have criticized the work significantly. The rigidity in the caste system and the contemptible attitude towards women are not acceptable today. What's your view? Your comments are welcome!

A strong foundation is the key to any successful business. Your vision, your commitment, your purpose - all form the basis for an organization. They are the all-important pillars, the most essential part of any building. In his groundbreaking Arthashastra, Chanakya a.k.a. Kautilya (c. 350 - 283 BCE) lists seven pillars for an organization. Radhakrishnan Pillai interprets them succinctly in the context of today's business.

He urges everyone to look at these seven pillars, because only when these are built into firm and strong sections can an organization shoulder any responsibility and face challenges, and quotes Jim Collins from 'Build to last': "Values are the roots from where an organization continuously gets its supply as well as grounding - build on them!"

The Bhagavad Gita is considered the most important and influential Hindu scripture for its philosophical, practical, political, psychological and spiritual value. Bhagavad Gita Jayanti, or simply Gita Jayanti, marks the birth of this holy book. According to the traditional Hindi calendar, Gita Jayanthi falls on the Ekadashi day of Shukla Paksha or the bright half of the Margashirsha month (November-December).

Gita Jayanti is an annual celebration to commemorate the day when Lord Krishna rendered his philosophical teachings - immortalized in the epic Mahabharata - to prince Arjuna on the first day of the 18-day battle of Kurukshetra. When prince Arjuna refused to fight against his cousins, the Kauravas in the battle, Lord Krishna expounded the truth of life and the philosophy of Karma and Dharma to him, thereby giving birth to one of the world's greatest scriptures, the Gita. Read more...