The Summer of Temple and Cliff Richard
4th March 2026Summer arrived in the evenings—a mix of temple incense and Cliff Richard, the sweetness of Panchamruta, and the steady, barefoot rhythm of my grandmother’s footsteps…
BLOGS
The Butterfly Paradox: Why I Metamorphosed Back into a Caterpillar
3rd February 2026I spent 55 years trying to become a butterfly—only to realize that the caterpillar was happier all along.At 55, I was offered the “dream” board…
WHY WE FEAR PAIN
20th December 2025SUFFERING IS SACRED…because it is holiness at work. Today marks the 28th death anniversary of my daughter Yogita. Among the many lessons I learnt from…
You be You.
22nd November 2025“I thought I was becoming an idealist.Turns out, I’m becoming clear.”Lately I’ve noticed this: I expect people to be on time, honest, to keep their…
Yes, I gloat.
20th October 2025Yes, I gloat. “Appa,” my daughter said the other evening, “you make every conversation about yourself.”I looked up from my book, surprised. “What do you…
An evening in Paris
11th August 2025Lost in Paris: How I Asked Parisians for “Terrasse” instead of “Their Ass” It’s hard to imagine now, in the era of smartphones and GPS,…
Amopia ko
21st December 2024Honoring Yogita: A Vision Beyond Sight Dec 19, 2024 A message to suffering seekers … The day before yesterday marked a significant yet profoundly bittersweet…
From a family of priests to a pioneer of perfumes..
19th October 2024What are the three traits that separate an entrepreneur from a follower? It’s the relentless pursuit of progress, a growth mindset, and a refusal to…
Swach Barath needs Swatch minds..
8th July 2024Clean India begins with a clean mind. The toilet at my pharmaceutical factory was in a disgusting condition. Despite all 56 employees being well-educated, the…
Suffering: A Sacred Lens to your Inner Self.
20th June 2024Adversities and hardships shape character and motivate you to help others facing similar difficulties. This motivation leads to a willingness to contribute positively to society….