They say change is hard. But have you ever tried moving your phone charger from the bedside table? That’s real resistance! I didn’t flip my life around with dramatic declarations or 5 AM ice baths. Instead, I embraced tiny habits for a better lifestyle—nothing fancy, just sustainable tweaks that brought calm, joy, and movement back…
Category: Top Post on Indiblogger
Indiblogger is another community that aims to promote the Indian blogging community and provide bloggers with a platform to showcase their talent. The community organizes several blogging contests throughout the year, with each contest focusing on a specific theme.
The top post awards organized by Indiblogger are called the IB Awards. These awards recognize the top bloggers across several categories such as travel, food, parenting, and more. The winners are selected based on the quality of the content, engagement, and creativity. The top posts are featured on the Indiblogger website and social media platforms, giving bloggers the exposure they deserve.
It’s like LinkedIn for bloggers with an exclusive dashboard, and activity feeds that let them track other bloggers’ posts.
Zero: India’s Greatest Contribution to the World
When we think of the most groundbreaking innovations in human history, the invention of zero surely tops the list. It’s hard to imagine mathematics, science, technology, or modern life itself without the concept of zero. And yet, this humble but mighty number traces its origins back to ancient India, where brilliant minds laid the…
Yatras Beyond the Char Dham: Spiritual Journeys in India That Remain Lesser-Known
When we think of spiritual yatras (pilgrimages) in India, the Char Dham—Badrinath, Dwarka, Puri, and Rameshwaram—immediately come to mind. These sites have immense religious significance and are etched into the cultural consciousness of India. However, India’s spiritual map is much richer and deeper, filled with lesser-known yatras that offer profound experiences of faith, culture, and…
Xenophobia in Indian History – How Indian Culture Has Always Embraced Diversity Despite Challenges
When we think about xenophobia in Indian history, it’s tempting to assume that ancient India must have fiercely guarded its borders and culture. But the real story is far richer and more welcoming. From traders on the Silk Route to scholars from Greece, Persia, and China, India opened its doors—and its heart—to countless cultures. Through…
Water Conservation & Stepwells of India: Ancient Sustainability Solutions
India’s relationship with water has been sacred and scientific for centuries. At a time when much of the modern world had rudimentary water systems, India’s ancestors built intricate, sustainable water structures called Stepwells (locally known as Baolis or Vavs). Today, as we grapple with water scarcity, these marvels stand as timeless lessons in conservation, community…
Vedic Mathematics: Smarter Calculations
In an age of calculators and AI, doing complex calculations in seconds seems magical. But centuries ago, Indian sages had already mastered this art through what we today call Vedic Mathematics. Vedic Mathematics refers to a collection of techniques (or sutras) for solving mathematical problems easily and quickly. These ancient methods were rediscovered and systematised by…
Uttarakhand’s Pandav Nritya & Other Dying Folk Dances
India’s cultural richness is not limited to temples or scriptures—it also lives in our folk dances, which carry the heartbeat of local traditions, legends, and collective memories. In the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand, one such extraordinary tradition is Pandav Nritya, also known as Pandav Lila. This sacred storytelling dance drama enacts the epic tales of the…
Temple Bells: More Than Just a Call to Prayer – The Science Behind the Sacred Sound
When you step into a Hindu temple, the first sound that greets you is often the clear, resonant tone of a temple bell. Known as Ghanta in Sanskrit, this bell is not just an ornament or a ritualistic formality. It carries deep spiritual, psychological, and scientific significance that has been revered for centuries. Let’s uncover…
Sattvik Eating: The Yogic Diet for a Balanced Life
In today’s fast-paced world of quick meals and processed foods, returning to mindful, soul-nourishing eating habits is not just desirable—it’s essential. Sattvik eating, rooted in India’s ancient yogic and Ayurvedic traditions, offers a holistic approach to health and inner balance. What is Sattvik Eating? The term Sattvik comes from Sattva, one of the three Gunas…
Kolam and Rangoli: Sacred Geometry in Everyday Life
In the quiet moments of dawn, as the first rays of sunlight kiss the earth, a sacred ritual unfolds in many Indian homes — the creation of kolam or rangoli. What may appear as mere decorative floor art to the untrained eye is, in fact, a profound expression of sacred geometry, cultural continuity, and spiritual…