Tag Archives: Hinduism

The Kakatiyas-Rani Rudrama Devi

Posted on March 26, 2024 by Ratnakar Sadasyula

Rani Rudrama Devi was one of the greatest rulers of the Kakatiyas, and a great queen in Indian history. She was the daughter of Ganapati Deva, her real name was Rudramba, as he had no male heir, he raised her … Continue reading →

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Shiva Temples in Telugu States.

Posted on February 24, 2017 by Ratnakar Sadasyula

What does one say of a region and its language that takes its name from a belief that Lord Shiva descended on the three mountains there? The ancient name of both the Telugu states is Trilinga Desa, meaning “The Land of … Continue reading →

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Amaravati

Posted on April 4, 2015 by Ratnakar Sadasyula

When it comes to the history of Telugu people and their culture, Guntur always has a special significance. The Telugu script that is commonly in use traces back to a small village here called Bhattiprolu, located in the Krishna delta … Continue reading →

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Here they worship the villain….

Posted on July 20, 2013 by Ratnakar Sadasyula

There is a standard format for all tales and epics. There would be the protagonist(s), supporting characters and the antagonist(s) and at the end, good wins over evil, and the protagonist emerges victorious. Generally, the protagonist would be an embodiment … Continue reading →

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Swami Vivekananda

Posted on April 8, 2007 by Ratnakar Sadasyula

1893, Chicago, The World Parliament of Religions -A young monk from India, dressed in orange robes, stood up to address the gathering. He bowed nervously to Saraswati, the Goddess of Learning, and started with “Sisters and Brothers of America”. The … Continue reading →

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And quite flows the Ganges…

Posted on January 9, 2005 by Ratnakar Sadasyula

  The Ganga , The Ganges or ’’Ganga Maiyya’’( the mother river) is what pervades the consciousness of this town in Uttaranchal. The sight of the river flowing down and cutting across the massive gorges is just awesome.When one speaks … Continue reading →

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