Category: Lifestyle

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], August 13: Born on April 26, 1993, in the weaving village of Periyamanali, Tamil Nadu, Mrs. N. Keerthana’s journey is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and remarkable achievement. Raised alongside her younger brother by parents who, despite lacking formal education, were determined to provide the best opportunities for their children, Keerthana excelled academically from an early age.

A bright student in a government school, she scored 449 out of 500 in SSLC (2008), earning a scholarship to complete her higher secondary education with an ‘A’ in Biology. Initially aspiring to become a doctor, she scored 188 out of 200 in her core subjects (2010). However, due to family circumstances, her career path shifted toward engineering—a field in which she graduated with 80%, becoming the first degree holder in her family.

After marrying Mr. Manikandan and settling in Bangalore, Keerthana rediscovered her passion for Aari embroidery and tailoring. Motherhood briefly paused her professional ambitions, but with her husband’s support, she decided to become an entrepreneur rather than seek employment.

In a city where Aari embroidery was largely male-dominated, she began with small tailoring and embroidery orders from relatives and neighbours. Recognizing the lack of women-focused Aari training centres, she opened Dev Aari Works and Coaching Centre, named after her son. Over the years, she has trained more than 500 women, from homemakers to college students, enabling them to achieve financial independence. Her influence expanded online via her YouTube channel, which has grown to over 50,000 subscribers with her design tutorials and tracing patterns.

Her work caught the attention of Dr. Aravind Lakshminarayanan, National President of the Indian Aari Workers Federation (IAWF), who entrusted her with organizing the 2nd International Aari Workers Conference – 2025 in Bangalore. This historic event brought together over 3,000 women artisans onsite and 2,000 online participants, making it the largest-ever gathering for Aari embroidery in India. The conference also hosted a world record attempt in live Aari embroidery, officially certified by Nobel World Records and the Oscars Book of Records.

The event marked multiple firsts:

● Launch of the IAWF National Flag, symbolizing unity and empowerment of Aari workers.

● Recognition of March 9 as the National Day of Aari Workers.

● National platform for institute owners, trainers, and artisans to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the craft.

At the conference, Mrs. N. Keerthana made history by becoming India’s first person to receive the prestigious Oscars Book of Records Shield, presented by a delegation from South Korea including Yoon Joonseon, Cha Sung Yoon, and Cha Sungguk. She was also awarded the Nobel World Records Certificate by International Adjudicator Dr. Lavanya Jayakar and Maharashtra State Director Deepesh Vishwanath Bhoir.

Recognizing her extraordinary leadership, Keerthana was appointed as State Secretary of the Karnataka Aari Workers Council and National Executive Director of the Pro Aari Olympiad, India’s largest national competition platform for Aari embroidery.

Today, Mrs. N. Keerthana stands as a beacon of inspiration for Aari students, institute owners, and women entrepreneurs across India. Guided by the mentorship of Dr. Aravind Lakshminarayanan, she continues to break barriers, uplift women, and set new benchmarks for the Aari community.

Her journey—from a small weaving village to the international stage—is a story of courage, vision, and the unyielding belief that skills can change lives. And as she steps forward with new dreams and bigger goals, the world watches—because her story is only just beginning.

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 11:  One of Mumbai’s most recognised Ganpati celebrations, Mumbai Cha Sheth, is set to return for its ninth year. But this time it is back with a unique twist. It will be organised by Red Cherrys Entertainment under the leadership of Keyur Sheth. The 2025 edition will mark the first time the Ganpati idol will be taken across the city aboard an open-top double-decker bus. This is happening for the first time in the world. It will allow devotees in multiple neighbourhoods to have darshan without visiting a single fixed location.

Mumbai Cha Sheth has been a highlight of the city’s Ganeshotsav calendar since its inception in 2015. Indeed, it is the best attraction of Mumbai.  Every year, the Mumbai Cha Sheth’s Ganpati Bappa has drawn large crowds. Several well-known personalities from television, cinema, and sports visit to get blessing from Ganpati Bappa. Hindustani Bhau, Munmun Dutta, Soumya Tandon, Rakesh Bedi, Sangram Singh, Rakhi Tandon, Sunil Pal, Poonam Pandey, and many more have received blessings from Mumbai Cha Sheth’s Ganpati Bappa. The annual festival mixes traditional rituals with innovative ideas. It draws devotees from across Mumbai and beyond.

This year, 2025’s highlight will be the introduction of Hijack India 2.0 by Mumbai Cha Sheth. It is the open-top bus. This bus will carry the Ganpati Bappa idol through various parts of Mumbai city. It is happening for the first time in the world. Organisers shared, “Those Mumbaikars who may not be able to travel to the event’s primary venue. This move aims to make the festivities more accessible to Mumbaikars.” Organisers have said the initiative is intended to bring “Bappa closer to the people”. Organisers further shared, “It will be maintaining the cultural and spiritual essence of the celebration.”

The grand reveal of Ganpati Bappa’s idol is scheduled for August 27, 2025. The bus route and detailed schedule are expected to be announced shortly by the Mumbai Cha Sheth team. This will allow devotees to plan their participation in the mobile darshan.

Mumbai Cha Sheth has been known for its large-scale decorations, themed setups, and musical performances over the past nine years. Daily aartis and community gatherings make it even more memorable. This year, the mobile format is expected to create a city-wide celebration. As per the organisers, it will be extending the reach of the festivities to more localities than ever before.

With a very few days left for Ganesh Chaturthi, the organisers are working hard. They have begun preparations. Volunteers have started planning the celebrations.

Mumbai Cha Sheth 2025 will continue to share updates and live coverage of the celebrations on its official social media handles.

Instagram: @mumbaichasheth
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mumbaichasheth
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Unnao (Uttar Pradesh) [India], August 11: The sacred festival of Raksha Bandhan, symbolising the unbreakable bond of love and trust between brothers and sisters, was celebrated in a grand and remarkable way this time in Bhagwantnagar. Social worker and national president of Pushp Foundation, Pushpendra Pratap Singh, organised a national-level event at Babu Jaishankar Gaya Prasad College in Sumerpur, which became the talk of the region. Thousands of women from every village panchayat and neighbourhood gathered for the occasion. From 8 a.m. till late in the evening, the venue was packed with women, and over 20,000 sisters tied rakhis on Pushpendra Pratap Singh’s wrist, blessing him with a successful and long life.

What made the celebration even more special was the fact that Pushpendra Pratap Singh has no real sister. On this occasion, he embraced every woman as his sister and pledged to serve the entire nation. He said that in today’s modern era, relationships are becoming fragile, and this festival is not just a ritual but a symbol of strengthening bonds. “I have pledged to serve the entire nation and have considered every woman my sister. I will always strive to fulfil the duties of a brother,” he said, adding that he aimed to bring happiness to every face and work towards building a stronger society.

The large turnout in Unnao has prompted quiet political conversations, with some observers noting the strong support Pushpendra Pratap Singh received from local women. Many attendees expressed personal regard for him, likening him to a family member. While not making any direct announcement on his political intentions, Pushpendra remarked that, as a devotee of Lord Bajrang Bali, he would act in accordance with the guidance he feels he receives.

The event was attended by several dignitaries, including noted Alha folk singer Kajal Singh, Block Chief Representatives Pawan Paswan (Bighapur) and Yogesh Bajpai (Sumerpur), Bighapur Circle Officer Madhupnath Mishra, Bihar Police Station In-charge Atul Singh, and other officials. More than just a religious celebration, the festival became a platform for social and political messaging, spreading the values of brotherhood and strengthening human bonds in society.

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Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], August 7: India Kids Fashion Week (IKFW) Season 12 recently made a remarkable impact in Hyderabad, setting a new benchmark for creativity, innovation, and couture in children’s fashion. The event featured 350 talented kids, providing an exceptional platform for emerging young models to showcase their talent on the runway and for leading designers to unveil their latest collections. Renowned brands such as Advika by Mounika Reddy, Amoogh Reddy, Lakshmireddy, Rashis, Laasya Fashionz, Tarunidesigner, MFS Juniors, Aahhaaa, Sthree, and Satya Designers presented their unique visions, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary styles. IKFW stands as a pioneering event that offers aspiring child models invaluable runway experience, professional grooming workshops, and extensive media exposure, creating an empowering environment for the next generation of fashion talent. Supported by influential sponsors and significant media coverage, IKFW continues to serve as a premier platform for fostering creativity, skill, and ambition in the ever-evolving world of kids’ fashion. 

Introducing the much-awaited Advika by Mounika Reddy, a stunning new chapter in the brand’s legacy of timeless elegance. Launched with a focus on celebrating both tradition and individuality, this new collection offers an exquisite range of festive attire for children. Known for its impeccable craftsmanship and unique ethnic creations for women, men, and kids, Advika’s latest collection blends vibrant colors and joyful designs with a contemporary twist. Each piece blends traditional designs with modern styles, offering the perfect mix of heritage and fashion. Whether it’s a family celebration, festival, or special occasion, the Advika Collection for kids is designed to make every moment more memorable. From intricately woven fabrics to stunning embellishments, the collection reflects Advika’s commitment to creating clothing that resonates with beauty and cultural richness. A must-have for every celebration, this collection offers a fresh and fashionable take on ethnic wear for young ones.

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Surat (Gujarat) [India], August 6: While the holy thread of Raksha Bandhan binds brothers and sisters in a relation of care and love, another thread—entwined in the literature of Devavani (the language of the gods)—silently makes the cultural DNA of Bharat stronger. World Sanskrit Day, which comes every year on Shravan Purnima, is not merely an ode to a classical language—it’s a clarion call to bring back a civilisation’s soul.

For more than 15 years now, ‘Vishvasya Vrutantam’, a Sanskrit newspaper based out of Surat, Gujarat, has remained a testament to that behest. At a time when online chatter swamps cultural complexity, this newspaper has elected against-the-grain articulation—in Sanskrit.

Sanskrit: More Than a Sacred Script

To many, Sanskrit is a language locked in the sanctum of temples, fit for chants and rituals alone. But ask Shri Shivraj Jha “Shantey”, the articulate editor of Vishvasya Vrutantam, and he’ll dismantle that perception with clarity:

“Sanskrit isn’t just ritualistic. It’s scientific. It’s poetic. It’s philosophical. It’s precise. And above all, it’s alive—if we let it live.”

The paper doesn’t just report in Sanskrit. It speaks to today’s reader—whether it’s politics, science, sports, or social movements, Vishvasya Vrutantam presents it all in accessible, journalistic Sanskrit. That’s not merely reportage; that’s a revolution in disguise.

From Surat to the World: The Quiet Expansion

What began as a local initiative has grown into a global cultural bridge. With readers not just in India but also in Ireland, the US, and other parts of Europe, the publication has carved a niche in unexpected places.

Ireland, for instance, has introduced Sanskrit in some of its primary schools—something India might do well to emulate more ambitiously. The irony is not lost: as the West rediscovers Indic wisdom systems, Indians often regard Sanskrit as “too difficult” or “outdated.”

A Publisher’s Mission

At the heart of this unique media venture is Murtaza Khambhatwala, the publisher who believed that Sanskrit deserved its place on breakfast tables, just like English or Hindi. For him, the decision was simple:

“If we can publish dailies in dozens of Indian languages, why should Sanskrit remain sidelined—the very mother of them all?”

Khambhatwala’s vision isn’t fuelled by nostalgia; it’s a strategy to make Sanskrit visible, usable, and modern. The publication circulates digitally to hundreds of readers, offers simplified sentence structures, and makes room for contemporary content—all while upholding linguistic purity.

The State’s Acknowledgment

In 2019, the Gujarat edition of the Sanskrit Bharati convention witnessed the Vishvasya Vrutantam team being honored by the Chief Minister himself. It was not just a token gesture—it was an institutional recognition of a movement that was grassroots in nature.

The journal has documented more than 600 key events in Sanskrit such as cultural events like the Prayagraj Mahakumbh, government schemes, and educational reforms in Uttar Pradesh. Symbolically, these articles were handed over in the form of a book to CM Yogi Adityanath, further strengthening the position of Sanskrit not merely in tradition but also in governance and communication.

Not Just for Classrooms—For Conversations

With the New Education Policy (NEP) giving Sanskrit a renewed place in school curricula, the need for day-to-day content in the language is now greater than ever. Textbooks alone won’t breathe life into Sanskrit—it needs conversational, contemporary use, which this newspaper supplies with consistency.

What Vishvasya Vrutantam is doing is something few institutions have managed: normalising Sanskrit. Not just for ceremonies or slogans, but for analysis, interviews, editorials, and even advertisements.

The Everyday Test: Will We Use It or Just Praise It?

If Sanskrit is to reassert itself as the foundation of Indian intellectual life, it needs to become a contemporary language, not a retro one. That implies pulling it out of upper-class seminars and putting it into WhatsApp groups, newspaper columns, YouTube interviews, and podcasts.

And that’s precisely what Vishvasya Vrutantam is planning. With new audio editions, mobile-friendly editions, and content for learners of Sanskrit, this is not a book—it’s a movement of the people, a people’s language movement.

The Script of a Civilization, Still Being Written

On this World Sanskrit Day, while India balances between fast modernisation and rediscovery of culture, the need for Sanskrit is no longer a point of argument. It is the tongue of Ayurveda, of Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, of mathematics of Bhaskaracharya, of drama of Kalidasa, and of a thousand-year-old civilizational dialogue.

Sanskrit is not merely a language, it is the operating system of Indic wisdom.

And in Surat, a small but mighty team of journalists is making sure that operating system stays updated—daily.

And So, the Pen Returns to Sanskrit

To forget Sanskrit is to forget the DNA of Bharat. But to revive it, we don’t need revolutions. We need routines.
Newspapers such as Vishvasya Vrutantam are demonstrating that Sanskrit journalism is no novelty—it is a need.

This World Sanskrit Day, let the word resound in every Indian household: संस्कृतं जीवति — Sanskrit Lives.

New Delhi [India], August 5: Cycling enthusiasts Ankit Krishna, an acclaimed film producer and actor, and Rajesh Kunte, a renowned visa and immigration consultant, have embarked on an inspiring 1,400+ km cycling expedition from Mantralaya, Mumbai, to the Parliament in Delhi via National Highway 48 (NH48). Their mission: to raise national awareness about the urgent need for better road infrastructure and safety in India.

The ride, which began on July 28, is expected to span 15–20 days, covering more than 25 major towns and cities en route.

A Ride with a Purpose

The key objective of this initiative is to shine a spotlight on the challenges faced by daily road users and urge both the Government of India and the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways to take concrete steps toward improving the condition, safety, and accessibility of India’s national highways — particularly NH48, one of the country’s busiest economic lifelines.

“NH48 connects major economic hubs, yet many stretches are unsafe, poorly maintained, and lack proper signage or cyclist lanes,” said Ankit Krishna, before setting off. “By cycling this route ourselves, we want to demonstrate the ground reality and inspire action.”

Route Map: Cities Being Covered

Mumbai → Virar → Palghar → Talasri → Bilad → Vapi → Valsad → Navsari → Surat → Kamrej → Ankleshwar → Bharuch → Vadodara → Anand → Nadiad → Ahmedabad → Gandhinagar → Himatnagar → Shamlaji → Chittor → Udaipur → Nathdwara → Ajmer → Jaipur → Gurugram → Delhi

Mission Highlights

Awareness
Highlight the need for improved infrastructure and regular maintenance along national highways.

Challenges
Document real-time road safety hazards, potholes, lack of cyclist lanes, and design flaws.

Advocacy
Call on government bodies to take dedicated action to improve the NH48 corridor.

Engagement
Use daily updates, social media posts, and public interactions to spark a nationwide conversation about safer roads.

“We’re not just cycling for ourselves — we’re cycling for every Indian who uses these roads. This is a call to policymakers to act,” added Rajesh Kunte.

Follow the Journey

For daily updates, real-time stories, and video logs from the road, follow the official campaign page on Instagram:
 @betterroads_betterindia

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