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Amit Shah: An effective political organiser

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  Amit Shah: An effective political organiser Amit Shah was born in 1964 to a financially prosperous, upper-caste Gujarati family. His great-grandfather was the  nagarseth  – a phenomenally rich adviser to the ruling king – in the small princely state of Mansa, an hour’s drive from Ahmedabad. His childhood was spent in a  haveli,  the family mansion.  His father was the president of the Ahmedabad stock exchange, and the family business was in manufacturing pipes out of thermoplastic materials. Shah’s could easily have been a life of dealing stocks or goods, running a business operation of some sort. H e disclosed  to the Election Commission in 2024 that his stock holdings in 180 companies are worth more than $2m. Shah is an extremely effective political organiser. He is an obsessive micromanager. He has focused the BJP’s army of party members around the local polling booth, the smallest unit in the vast enterprise that is every Indian election. Over th...

Is Modi's is repeating Gujarat History in Bengal

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  Is Modi's is repeating Gujarat History in Bengal by terrorising People of Bengal for his long rule.

Where we stand now after after Bengal election result?

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 Where we stand now after after Bengal election result? The nexus among BJP Goveernment mechanary, Election Commission and Suprime court  are be a big issues for Right to Vote? How election has been conducted without voting right of more than 28 lakhs recognised voters?  Are BJP governmeent is trying to bring our country like North Koria? Now we have on option but pritest and Boycot Media and Media's advertised products." 

Baddha Padmasana (Bound Lotus Pose): Steps, Benefits & Precautions

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  Baddha Padmasana (Bound Lotus Pose): Steps, Benefits & Precautions Source: https://www.fitsri.com/poses/baddha-padmasana   Baddha Padmasana is an advanced version of the  Padmasana  (Lotus Pose). Being a seated posture, this asana serves as a focal point for the deeper meditation practices. This asana offers steadiness from a firm locked foundation to reach into the stable realms of spiritual meditative practices. Meaning Baddha Padmasana is a Sanskrit term, where ‘ Baddha ‘ means ‘bound’ or ‘locked’, ‘ Padma ‘ means ‘lotus’ and ‘ asana ‘ means ‘pose’. This pose is also called  locked padmasana  as in this pose, both feet in Padmasana hold from cross hands. Baddha Padmasana is mentioned in the  Gheranda Samhita. Baddha padmasana is a variation of padmasana or Lotus Pose, which is the contemporary name for the simple lotus pose  (Hatha Yoga Pradipika) . However, This asana has also been described in the ancient yogic texts lik...

Trikonasana, (Triangle Pose) of Yoga

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Trikonasana , ( Triangle Pose)   Trikonasana , ( Triangle Pose) , is a beginner-level  standing asana in yoga . It focuses primarily on improving flexibility and strength of the legs and lateral hips. What sets it apart from many other yoga asanas is that it is typically performed with the eyes open. This asana targets and strengthens several key muscle groups, including the waist, core, hamstrings, thighs, knees, and ankles. Additionally, it is effective for opening and stretching the muscles of the hips, hamstrings, and spine. In addition, the practise of Trikonasana contributes to the flexibility of the entire body. It is often incorporated into vinyasa yoga sequences and routines. To perform Trikonasana follow these step-by-step instructions: §   Begin by standing with your feet firmly planted, toes pointing forward, and maintaining a straight spine and neck alignment. §   Spread your legs apart, roughly one leg-length (approximately 2 feet) apart. This s...

What is Kundalini Yoga

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What is  Kundalini Yoga  Kundalini Yoga has its roots in the Tantric and Nath traditions of India and is closely linked to Raja and Hatha Yoga, two of the classical six paths of Yoga. While the six traditional paths — Karma (action), Bhakti (devotion), Jnana (knowledge), Raja (meditation), Hatha (physical/energetic purification), and Tantra (sacred embodiment) — each offer unique approaches, Kundalini Yoga draws from several of them.  Historically, it emerged as an esoteric system within Tantric and Hatha Yoga, designed to awaken Kundalini Shakti, the spiritual energy at the base of the spine. Through a blend of pranayama, asana, bandha, mantra, and meditation, it bridges the inner refinement of Raja Yoga, the energy cultivation of Hatha Yoga, and the sacred worldview of Tantra. In essence, Kundalini Yoga is not a separate path but a synthesis rooted in the deeper currents of these classical traditions.

Paths of Yoga

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 Paths of Yoga  “O Arjuna! In Whatever way people are devoted to Me, in that measure I manifest Myself to them. All men, in every manner of seeking Me, pursue a path to Me.” ~ Bhagavad Gita 4:11   There are different branches or paths of yoga for different types of people. For a yoga student, understanding the different paths helps to orient oneself in better alignment with their individual dharma.  For a yoga teacher, knowing the different paths of yoga, how they manifest in various practices and where they show up in different styles or areas of life can help you to better understand and orient your student for their own unique predispositions. There is a path for everyone, and masters of each path. Your personal goals and interests may change throughout your life.  I myself began yoga with a very Hatha focus, and after many years incorporated more Bhakti and Kundalini yoga. This may be the case for you as well: as your practice and understanding of yoga and y...