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Studio Ghibli Vibes 100 Years Before Ghibli-Style Al, This Japanese Artist's Exquisite Woodblock Prints Captured India's Striking Beauty Al-generated Ghibli-style images are everywhere: soft colours, dreamy details, pure nostalgia. But long before Al or even Ghibli, one man captured that magic by hand. Hiroshi Yoshida, a Japanese woodblock master, wasn't just an artist, he was an adventurer. To paint landscapes, he travelled the world himself. In 1930, he set his sights on India. Japan and India's cultural ties were growing, and Yoshida was drawn to India's rich history and stunning landscapes. For four months, he captured the country like never before. He was part of the shin-hanga movement that blended traditional woodblock printing with modern techniques. Unlike older ukiyo-e prints, it used Western-style shading, creating depth and atmosphere. Most artists left the carving and printing to craftsmen. Not Yoshida. He controlled everything, from sketching to colour...

Scared of my own Anger...

In today's fast-paced AI-driven world, where technology constantly evolves and information flows endlessly, achieving a peaceful mind has become more essential than ever. The digital age brings both opportunities and challenges,while AI simplifies tasks and improves efficiency, it also leads to information overload, reduced human connections, and mental stress and anxiety. A peaceful mind helps individuals navigate this AI era with clarity and balance. Practicing mindfulness, setting digital boundaries, and taking time for self-care are crucial. Instead of being overwhelmed by technology, we can use it wisely,embracing its benefits while ensuring it doesn’t control our lives. True peace comes from within, not from external circumstances. By staying present, focusing on real human interactions, and maintaining emotional well-being, we can thrive in this AI-driven world without losing our inner calm. After all, technology should serve humanity, not replace the essence of a peaceful a...

Better days are coming. You won't always wake up in the morning with a heavy heart .

"I was ashamed of myself when I realised life was a costume party and I attended with my real face." - Franz Kafka

As the soft breeze whispers through the trees and the festive air fills with devotion, Radhaashtami, the birth anniversary of Sri Radha Rani, the eternal consort of Lord Sri Krishn, is celebrated with great enthusiasm and love. Falling on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the Shukla Paksha in the Bhadrapada month, this festival marks an important occasion in Hinduism. Radhaashtami is a day dedicated to the embodiment of love, devotion, and grace—Sri Radha. Sri Radha's bond with Sri Krishn transcends the physical world, symbolizing the ultimate union of the soul with the divine. The Significance of Radhaashtami In Hinduism, Sri Radha is revered as the eternal love and supreme devotee of Lord SrinKrishn. Though Sri Krishn is known to be the embodiment of all divine virtues, it is said that even he seeks to experience the love that Sri Radha possesses for him. She is the personification of pure devotion (bhakti) and selfless love (prem), making her an inspiration for devotees across the wor...

जय श्री कृष्ण  Janmashtami, the auspicious Hindu festival, marks the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu. Celebrated with great fervor and devotion across India and beyond, this festival is a blend of spirituality, culture, and community bonding. For those of us who find solace in traditions and seek inspiration in divine stories, Janmashtami offers a unique opportunity to immerse ourselves in the life and teachings of Krishna, whose wisdom and playful persona continue to inspire millions.  The Significance of Janmashtami Janmashtami falls on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) in the month of Savan, which typically occurs in August or September. This day is celebrated as Krishna’s birthday, the day when the Supreme God descended to earth in human form to restore Dharma (righteousness) and guide humanity on the path of truth and compassion. Krishna's life is a testament to the triumph of good over evil. From his miraculous escape from...

Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed and some few to be chewed and digested. The beauty of Bacon's quote lies in its flexibility. Not every book requires the same level of commitment. Being a discerning reader means understanding which approach best suits the book in hand. Sometimes, a "taste" is enough to satisfy your curiosity. Other times, a book deserves to be savored and contemplated. So, the next time you pick up a book, ask yourself: Am I looking for a quick escape, or am I ready to embark on a deeper journey? By employing this simple framework, you can transform your reading experience and make the most of the precious time you dedicate to books. Happy reading!

Difficult and unfavorable situations often brings new opportunities. Face difficulties with prudence and patience. try to remain mentally stable and balanced. Goal can be achieved only by being organised and disciplined. Face each challenge and difficulties with wisdom and courage. Every challenge brings new opportunities for growth and development of physical, mental strength. Try to remain calm, stable and balanced even in difficult situations. A calm, orderly and disciplined mind is a great tool for achieving the goal.

Do you ever feel like your life is an endless circus act, with work and personal commitments flying through the air like flaming batons? You're not alone. In today's demanding world, achieving a healthy work-life balance can feel like a constant struggle. But what if you could transform your juggling act into a graceful performance, where you excel in both your career and personal life? This blog is your guide to mastering the art of work-life balance. We'll explore practical tips and strategies to help you: Set boundaries that protect your time and sanity. Master your schedule and become a time management pro. Explore flexible work options to create a work schedule that fits your life. Communicate effectively with your manager to ensure you're supported. Prioritize self-care to avoid burnout and maintain your energy. Learn to say no and avoid feeling overwhelmed. Disconnect from technology and truly be present in your personal life. Redefine success on your own terms a...

Hello friends, Today we are exploring the most interesting topic, The Metaverse So first of all let's understand what the Metaverse is It is a hypothesized iteration of the internet as a single, universal and immersive virtual world that is facilitated by the use of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) headsets. In colloquial usage, a "metaverse" is a network of 3D virtual worlds focused on social and economic connection.  Some software platforms require a virtual reality headset to explore the metaverse. The term "metaverse" originated in the 1992 science fiction novel Snow Crash as a portmanteau of "meta" and "universe". The metaverse is still in its early stages of development, but it has the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with the internet and with each other.  It could be used for a variety of purposes, such as: Work : The metaverse could be used to create a more immersive and collaborative work environment. Em...

If you spend your time chasing butterflies they'll fly away, But if you spend yor time making a beautiful garden,The Butterflies will come to you. When you focus on improving yourself everything you want will come to you, We attract based on who we are not what we want. Don't Chase

श्री महाबलीपुरम् મહાબલીપુરમ અથવા મમલ્લાપુરમ એ ઐતિહાસિક શહેર છે અને તમિલનાડુ, ભારતમાં યુનેસ્કો વર્લ્ડ હેરિટેજ સાઇટ છે . પલ્લવ વંશના શાસન દરમિયાન, 3જી સદી  અને 7મી સદીની વચ્ચે, તે કલા, સ્થાપત્ય અને સાહિત્યનું એક મહત્વપૂર્ણ કેન્દ્ર બની ગયું હતું . આ સમય પહેલા મહાબલીપુરમ બંગાળની ખાડી પર એક સમૃદ્ધ દરિયાઈ બંદર હતું. આ પ્રદેશમાંથી ખોદવામાં આવેલા સિક્કાઓ અને અન્ય કલાકૃતિઓનો નોંધપાત્ર જથ્થો પલ્લવ સામ્રાજ્યનો હિસ્સો બન્યો તે પહેલાં પણ રોમનો સાથે પૂર્વ-અસ્તિત્વમાં રહેલા વેપાર સંબંધને દર્શાવે છે . મહાબલીપુરમનો પ્રારંભિક ઇતિહાસ સંપૂર્ણપણે રહસ્યથી ઘેરાયેલો છે. પ્રાચીન નાવિકોએ આ સ્થાનને સાત પેગોડાની ભૂમિ માન્યું. એવા અન્ય લોકો છે જેઓ માને છે કે મહાબલીપુરમ 10,000 અને 13,000 બીસીઇ વચ્ચે એક મહાન પૂરથી પીડાય છે. વિવાદાસ્પદ ઈતિહાસકાર ગ્રેહામ હેનકોક 2002 માં મહાબલીપુરમ નજીક સમુદ્રનું સર્વેક્ષણ કરનાર યુકેના ડોર્સેટ સ્થિત ઈન્ડિયન નેશનલ ઈન્સ્ટિટ્યુટ ઓફ ઓશનોગ્રાફી અને સાયન્ટિફિક એક્સપ્લોરેશન સોસાયટીના ડાઇવર્સની ટીમના મુખ્ય સભ્યોમાંના એક હતા. તે પૂરના સિદ્ધાંત પર વિશ્વાસ કરવા માટે વધુ વલણ ધરાવે છે. તેની શોધ...

47वें अंतर्राष्ट्रीय संग्रहालय दिवस (आईएमडी) का उत्सव मनाने के लिए आजादी का अमृत महोत्सव के हिस्से के रूप में अंतर्राष्ट्रीय संग्रहालय एक्सपो का आयोजन किया जा रहा है। इस वर्ष आईएमडी की थीम 'म्यूजियम, सस्टेनेबिलिटी एंड वेल बीइंग' है। संग्रहालय एक्सपो को संग्रहालय पेशेवरों के साथ संग्रहालयों पर एक समग्र बातचीत शुरू करने के लिए डिज़ाइन किया गया है ताकि वे भारत की सांस्कृतिक कूटनीति में महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाने वाले सांस्कृतिक केंद्रों के रूप में विकसित हो सकें। अंतर्राष्ट्रीय संग्रहालय एक्सपो का शुभंकर चेन्नापट्टनम कला शैली में लकड़ी से बनी डांसिंग गर्ल का समकालीन संस्करण है। द ग्राफिक नॉवेल राष्ट्रीय संग्रहालय में आने वाले बच्चों के एक समूह को चित्रित करता है जहां वे संग्रहालय में उपलब्ध करियर के विभिन्न अवसरों के बारे में सीखते हैं। भारतीय संग्रहालय की निर्देशिका भारतीय संग्रहालयों का एक व्यापक सर्वेक्षण है। कर्तव्य पथ का पॉकेट मैप विभिन्न सांस्कृतिक स्थानों और संस्थानों पर प्रकाश डालता है और यह प्रतिष्ठित मार्गों के इतिहास का भी पता लगाता है। संग्रहालय कार्ड देश भर में प्रतिष्ठ...

Jay Hind કોઈપણ મનુષ્ય પોતાનાથી કરેલા પાપોને ને છુપાવવા માટે ગમે તેટલા પ્રયત્ન કરે પણ તેમ છતાં તે છુપાવી શકતો નથી. જ્યારે કરેલ પાપો ની સજા ભોગવવા નો સમય આવે છે ત્યારે ભલ ભલા ની અક્કલ ઠેકાણે આવી જાય છે અને પોતે કરેલા પાપો યાદ આવે છે કે મેં કોની સાથે શું કર્યું હતું એટલે હંમેશા એક વાત યાદ રાખજો કે જે કરશે તે ભોગવશે. આપણે બધા પ્રભુ પરમાત્માના શરણમાં છીએ. No matter how hard any human being tries to hide the sins committed by him, he still cannot hide them. When the time comes to suffer the punishment for the sins committed, then the wisdom of the good comes to its place and remembers the sins committed by ownself, what I have done to whom, so always remember one thing that whoever does will suffer. We are all under the shelter of the Lord. 𝓙ＭṼ

Jay Hind If you aren’t spending much time on family or spiritual life or health maintenance, for example, then maybe these aren’t really the most important things in your life. Could you be wrong about your own priorities? Well, sure. In the incredibly complex interactions of conscious mind, subcon- scious motive, and psyche, we’re perfectly capable of masking our true motivations from ourselves even as we might seek to hide them from or misrepresent them to others. Also, the process of writing a list of priorities is different from the process of living your life. Your list could reflect the things you think of when asked to make a list, just as the opinion you give to a pollster might represent the opinion you would have if you had an opinion. You might have listed the elements you think you’re supposed to list, the elements it’s acceptable or right to value most highly. You really wanted to list “making a pot of money” as your num- ber-one priority, but somehow you just did...

Leaders don’t help anyone by worrying. Worry is a misuse of their imagination. Practice upgrading your worry to concern. Then, once you state your concern, create your action plan to address it. If we respond to our problems in life by worrying about them, we will reduce our mood and energy, and lower our self-esteem. Being a worrier is hardly a powerful self-concept. It also is not inspiring to others when they see their leader worrying. Instead of worrying, imagine some action you could take now, something bold and beautiful inspired by the current so-called “problem.” Getting into that habit raises self-esteem and increases energy levels and concurrent love of life. People are more motivated by people in love with life than by people who worry about life. 𝓙ＭṼ

" राजा राष्ट्राणां पेशः । "

A popular speaker started off a seminar by holding up a ₹2000 note. A crowd of 500 had gathered to hear him speak. He asked, “Who would like this ₹2000 note?” 500 hands went up. He said, “I am going to give this ₹2000 to one of you but first, let me do this.” He crumpled the bill up. He then asked, “Who still wants it?” All 500 hands were still raised. “Well,” he replied, “What if I do this?” Then he dropped the ₹2000 Note on the ground and stomped on it with his shoes. He picked it up, and showed it to the crowd. The ₹2000 Note was all crumpled and dirty. “Now who still wants it?” All the hands still went up. “My friends, I have just showed you a very important lesson.  No matter what I did to the money, you still wanted it because it did not decrease in value.  It was still worth ₹2000.  Many times in our lives, life crumples us and grinds us into the dirt.  We make bad decisions or deal with poor circumstances.  We feel worthless.  But no matter what has...

What is Anulom Vilom? According to ancient yogic science, the foundation of all life forms is ‘prana’. Prana is the subtle energy that flows through our bodies and governs every movement that we make. Often referred to as the ‘life force energy’ or ‘vital energy’, prana is the energy that regulates our physical functions and consciousness. It comes into the body through food, water, air, and the energies that we absorb from the universe.  Our breath is considered to be the subtlest form of prana in the body that helps us heal, regulates our blood flow, helps our organs function optimally, and aids cellular growth. This prana distributes energy through the energy channels, also known as chakras.  That’s why breath control or pranayama is given utmost importance in yoga. Pranyama is the art of understanding, creating, and channelling this vital life force in our bodies. There are several types of pranayama, with each having its significance for our health. These include:  S...

  An old man lived in the village.  He was one of the most unfortunate people in the world. The whole village was tired of him; he was always gloomy, he constantly complained and was always in a bad mood. The longer he lived, the more bile he was becoming and the more poisonous were his words. People avoided him, because his misfortune became contagious.  It was even unnatural and insulting to be happy next to him. He created the feeling of unhappiness in others. But one day, when he turned eighty years old, an incredible thing happened. Instantly everyone started hearing the rumour: “An Old Man is happy today, he doesn’t complain about anything, smiles, and even his face is freshened up.” The whole village gathered together. The old man was asked: Villager: What happened to you? “Nothing special. Eighty years I’ve been chasing happiness, and it was useless. And then I decided to live without happiness and just enjoy life. That’s why I’m happy now.” – An Old Man The story...

  One day, a professor entered his classroom and asked his students to prepare for a surprise test. They all waited anxiously at their desks for the exam to begin. The professor handed out the exams with the text facing down, as usual. Once he handed them all out, he asked the students to turn over the papers. To everyone’s surprise, there were no questions–just a black dot in the center of the paper.  The professor, seeing the expression on everyone’s faces, told them the following: “I want you to write about what you see there.” The students, confused, got started on the inexplicable task. At the end of the class, the professor took all the exams and started reading each one of them out loud in front of all the students. All of them, with no exception, defined the black dot, trying to explain its position in the center of the sheet. After all had been read, the classroom silent, the professor started to explain: “I’m not going to grade you on this, I just wanted to give you ...

  A simple yet profound story which asks one to contemplate if life is being lived in the right way.  This lesson was by an anonymous teacher to the students that has taught lessons to people across all ages.  The story goes like this: A wise teacher once brought balloons to the school and told her pupils to blow them up.  She asked them to write their name on one of the balloons.  After the children were done writing the names, they tossed their balloons into the hall and the teacher mixed all of the balloons up so that none of the children could trace theirs easily.  Five minutes were given to the kids to find the balloon with their name on it. However, even after a frantic search, none of the kids could find their own balloon. The teacher then asked the children to pick the balloon that was lying nearest to them and give it to the person whose name was written on it. In less than two minutes, everyone was standing holding their own balloon. The teacher ...

Fear is not evil. It tells you what your weakness is. And once you know your weakness, you can become stronger as well as kinder. 

  Once a farmer lost his precious watch while working in his barn.  It may have appeared as an ordinary watch to others, but held a deep sentimental value for it. After searching high and low among the hay for a long time, the old farmer got exhausted. The tired farmer did not want to give up the search for his watch and requested a group of children playing outside the barn to help. He promised an attractive reward for the person who can find his beloved watch. After hearing about the reward, the children hurried inside the barn and went through and round the entire stack of hay to find the watch. After a long time looking for a watch in the hay, some of the children got tired and gave up. The number of children looking for the watch slowly decreased and only few tired children were left. The farmer gave up all his hope to find the watch and called off the search. Just when the farmer was closing the door, a little boy came up to him and requested the farmer to give him anoth...

 

  Chand Baori Steps Chand Baori is said to be named after a local ruler called Raja Chanda. However, no epigraphic evidence has been found regarding the construction of the Chand Baori or the adjoining Harshat Mata Temple.  Based on similarities in style and carvings with the terraced temples of Paranagar and Mandore, the Baodi can be dated to 8th-9th century. It was likely constructed before the temple. The Chand Baori is one of the few stepwells that has "two classical periods of water building in a single setting", according to Morna Livingston in Steps to Water: The Ancient Stepwells of India. Best example of Geometrical Symmetry Chand Baori is a deep four-sided well with a large temple on the back face of the building. The basic architectural aspects of the monumental well consist of a long corridor of steps leading to five or six stories below ground level which can be seen at the site. This is glory of ancient India.

  A gentleman was walking through an elephant camp, and he spotted that the elephants weren’t being kept in cages or held by the use of chains. All that was holding them back from escaping the camp, was a small piece of rope tied to one of their legs. As the man gazed upon the elephants, he was completely confused as to why the elephants didn’t just use their strength to break the rope and escape the camp. They could easily have done so, but instead, they didn’t try to at all. Curious and wanting to know the answer, he asked a trainer nearby why the elephants were just standing there and never tried to escape. The trainer replied; “when they are very young and much smaller we use the same size rope to tie them and, at that age, it’s enough to hold them. As they grow up, they are conditioned to believe they cannot break away. They believe the rope can still hold them, so they never try to break free.” The only reason that the elephants weren’t breaking free and escaping from the cam...

 “प्रत्येक सूर्योदय इस बात का प्रमाण देता है कि अंधकार कितना भी गहरा हो, कुछ क्षण बाद उजाला आ ही जाता है”

 “लक्ष्य पर आधे रास्ते तक जाकर कभी वापस ना लौटें, क्योंकि वापस लौटने पर भी आधा रास्ता पार करना पड़ेगा”

 “जीवन में कुछ भी हासिल करना सरल है, पर सरल होना बहुत कठिन है”

 “समय और शब्दों का प्रयोग लापरवाही से न करें, क्योंकि ये दोनों न दोबारा आते हैं, न मौका देते हैं”

  Water covers two-thirds of the surface of the earth. But fresh water is merely 0.002 percent on earth. For an economy where agriculture is the backbone, nearly 7% of working population depends on agricultural activities for their livelihood; monsoons seem to play a pivotal role. Majority of India’s population depends on cereal and pulses. Rainfall, therefore, significantly affects the  agricultural production of the country by providing water for the two main crop growing seasons, Kharif (summer) and Rabi (winter). Variations in the monsoon rainfall affect the total food grain yield of India and also the country’s economy. Rainwater harvesting seems to be the solitary option which is practically feasible in countering the growing menace of rapid water depletion. It is the technique used for collecting, storing and using rainwater for landscape irrigation and other uses. Trapping rainwater from the roofs and directing it into the underground tanks is a good practice for resid...

 अपनी जुबान की ताकत उन पर कभी मत दिखाना, जिन्होंने तुम्हें बोलना सिखाया है” जय श्री राम

 “कोई अगर आपके रास्ते में गड्ढा खोदे तो परेशान मत होना, क्योंकि यही वो लोग हैं, जिनके होने से आप छलांग लगाना सीखेंगे” जय श्री राम

 “कोई जरुरी तो नहीं कि हर बार शरीर की जाँच में खून, कैल्शियम, विटामिन या अन्य ही घटते हों, कभी व्यक्तित्व की भी रिपोर्ट करवाकर देखनी चाहिए.. क्या पता दया, करुणा, मानवता, दोस्ती, व्यावहारिकता या इंसानियत भी घट रही हो” जय श्री राम

 दो नियम आपके व्यक्तित्व को निखारते हैं, पहला जब आपके पास कुछ ना हो तो ‘धीरज’ और दूसरा जब आपके पास सब कुछ हो तब ‘व्यवहार’!! जय श्री राम