Saurabh Tankha Before I introduce you to yet another historical jewel hidden in the middle of nowhere, there is a small request I would like to make on behalf of heritage lovers like me. And this goes especially to officials of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), as well as the local police. Why can’t […]Read More
Saurabh Tankha If the credit for making this picture book from Karadi Tales—Fly, Little Fish!—so visually attractive and engaging should go to someone, it has to be its illustrators, Satwik Gade and Ashwathy PS. The duo has thoughtfully kept in mind the target readership—children aged 4 to 6 years. The book features a delightful play […]Read More
Rajkumari Sharma Tankha When you are in Garli, you must take time out to visit two important and spiritually significant temples—Masrur Rock Temples and Kalinath Kaleshwar Mahadev Temple. Both are believed to have been constructed by the Pandavas during their agyaatwas (period of exile) in honour of Lord Shiva. Masrur Rock Temples: An Unexplored Architectural […]Read More
Rajkumari Sharma Tankha It was while sipping a hot cup of tea at a roadside stall near Matour that I first heard about a quaint village called Garli. This was a couple of years ago when I, along with my family, was travelling from Pathankot to Palampur—the famous hill station and tea capital of northwest […]Read More
Rajkumari Sharma Tankha Kangra Fort—also known as Nagarkot or Kot Kangra—is located about an hour and a half from Garli. Our host, Yatish Sud, very graciously arranged our travel to and from the fort, making the journey comfortable and memorable. Perched majestically atop a hill, Kangra Fort offers breathtaking panoramic views of the valley below. […]Read More
Dr Santosh Kumar Dora Several studies have highlighted the powerful role of yoga in improving overall health, especially heart health. Yoga is a holistic mind-body activity that enhances flexibility, strengthens muscles, improves balance, and promotes relaxation and concentration. Here are some key cardiac benefits of yoga you should know: 1. Reduces Stress and Protects the […]Read More
Yogi Ashwini The simple act of breathing is far more powerful than we often realise. With every breath, the body’s cells generate energy. According to ancient Vedic wisdom—and even supported by modern scientific principles—every action has an equal and opposite reaction. In this context, the by-product of energy generation is the accumulation of toxins in […]Read More
Team L&M On the eve of International Yoga Day, a random survey conducted by the ASSOCHAM Social Development Foundation reveals that yoga is not just a fitness trend but a powerful tool for improving mental strength, immunity, and social-emotional well-being. If you are looking to feel mentally stronger and better equipped to handle life’s challenges, […]Read More
Saurabh Tankha I often joke that I used to don the hat of Jim Corbett every time I entered a bookshop. Why? Because finding creative, illustrated, and truly engaging books for my daughters felt like a hunt—much like Corbett tracking man-eating tigers in the Kumaon region. Good children’s books that are visually appealing, culturally rooted, […]Read More
Saurabh Tankha At just 27, Meghdeep Bose—popularly known as MDB—has already made his mark in the Hindi film music industry. A singer, guitarist, music producer, composer, arranger and conductor, Meghdeep represents the new generation of multi-talented musicians working behind the scenes in Bollywood. Over the years, he has collaborated on several popular tracks including songs […]Read More