Sanskrit
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Uttara Kandam – Book Review (in English and Sanskrit)

This is a review of the book “Uttarakandam” by Dr. S.L. Bhyrappa, based on the Sanskrit translation of the original Kannada novel. Continue reading
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Versification on Excessive Heat!
My reflections on the intense heat and hopes for cooler days ahead. Continue reading
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The Irony of Self-Righteousness!
The verse from the Mahabharata humorously highlights people’s self-righteousness, prompting deep reflection and inspiring personal growth. Continue reading
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मान्यस्थानम्
The article discusses what the five pillars of respect are as per scriptures! Continue reading
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प्रश्नोत्तररत्नमालिका-१
A glimpse into a couple of verses from Prashnottara-Ratnamalika that I heard in a speech today! Continue reading
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मेघसन्देशे वैदिकधर्मः।
A glimpse into a beautiful verse from Kalidasa’s ‘Meghasandesha’ in Sanskrit. Continue reading
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Happy Nrsimha Jayanthi!

The narrative depicts Lord Nrsimha conversing with his ayudhams, affirming his victory over Hiranyakashipu. The poet’s ingenuity is praiseworthy. Wishing all a joyous Nrsimha Jayanthi. Continue reading
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विदुरनीतिः-१ (Incorporating Wisdom into Daily Life for Ethical Living)
The post delves into a verse from Vidura Niti, emphasizing truth, knowledge, cleanliness, and good character. Continue reading
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ग्रन्थलिपिः२ – व्यञ्जनानि

This article discusses the writing of Sanskrit consonants in the grantha, devanagari and Dravidian scripts, emphasizing their similarities. Continue reading
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Fruits!

List your top 5 favorite fruits. I’m not sure if reading about my top five favorite fruits is intriguing enough, so let’s spice things up with their Sanskrit names- Banana -> कदलीफलम् Mango -> आम्रम् Pomegranate -> दाडिमम् Orange -> नारङ्गम् Watermelon -> कालिङ्गम् फलानां नामानि क्लीबे वर्तन्ते इति ज्ञेयम्। Continue reading
