It is good to start the day with a fresh feeling and a clear idea how the rest of the day will go. In many parts of Northern India, Diwali is celebrated as a new beginning, a beginning of a financial year, a beginning of peace and prosperity. Continue reading Diwali and the Coronation of an Ancient King
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The Clever Dwarf of Diwali
Few westerners are aware of one of the strangest of Diwali stories, a myth that takes center stage in Diwali celebrations in parts of western India. Once upon a time, our three worlds were ruled by the great god Baali. Continue reading The Clever Dwarf of Diwali
My Post Thanksgiving Party
I had a wonderful Post Thanksgiving Party with my friend Denny Daniel at his Museum of Interesting Things in SoHo NYC.
We served a South Indian dinner and gave away many gifts to guests and more. I had so much fun. Here are some pictures of the event.
After Thanksgiving Party at the Museum of Interesting Things
I will be co-hosting a
Special Post-Thanksgiving Holiday Dinner Party at the
Museum of Interesting Things
on Sunday, November 27th starting at 4pm
Continue reading After Thanksgiving Party at the Museum of Interesting Things
See you on November 27th!
See you in New Delhi for another great book launch!
I’m super excited that Jaico Publishing has organized a big tour for me in India. I’ve given talks at various conferences and conventions and now we are doing another book launch – and this time in New Delhi! Continue reading See you in New Delhi for another great book launch!
Top 7 Cooling High Power Drinks to Cool Off Your Summer Heat
Stay cool this summer
You can keep your body cool as the summer heats up with these easy to make all natural drinks. Continue reading Top 7 Cooling High Power Drinks to Cool Off Your Summer Heat
Article from The Hindu: Book on medicinal herbs released
Uma Swaminathan, a US citizen of Indian origin, recently released her second book titled Healing With Herbs – Ancient Ayurvedic Wisdom for Health and Longevity at Odyssey in Adyar. The book covers subjects such as yoga, tropical fruits, importance of drawing kolam and other aspects of health and wellness.
New Jersey community activist Uma Swaminathan releases book in Tamil Nadu India
Uma Swaminathan authored a 250-page book ‘Herbal Transformations – Ancient wisdom revealed for health and longevity’.
Jaico Publications in India has now brought out the Indian edition of the same book as “Healing with Herbs – Ancient Ayurvedic Wisdom for Health and Longevity”.
New Jersey’s Uma Swaminathan releases her book in Chennai India
Uma Swaminathan, a New Jersey-based community activist and a fighter against injustice in NJ school system last week released her book “Healing with Herbs – Ancient Ayurvedic Wisdom for Health and Longevity” at a gala book signing event in Odyssey Book Store in Chennai.