Sohum Sutras

Most of the times we woman are told to "be quiet", "avoid getting into conflict, confrontation or politics". "Be nice to everyone".  The only way to completely be nice to everyone and have no conflict ever is to live in a bubble. Because if you come in human contact or express any strong opinion or call spade a spade, some confrontation or conflict will come up. More so if you are a woman who is strong in her opinions or does not take things lying low. Art of living says, " Do not be a football of other people's opinions". Kuch to log kahenge. Logon ka kaam hai kehna  (people will say something. Their job is to say something.) Teaching tango in India has never been easy. Tango, is a dance, done in close embrace with the opposite gender who is not necessarily your spouse. It is an antithesis to Indian philosophy where it is a taboo. Naturally, it is embroiled in controversies. People assume that you are having an affair (sleeping with) your ...

The folds of her sarees have stories still untold The tale of her strength, resilience and pride unfold As her six yards unravel the stories of her life It unwraps the tenderness beneath the shell that strives Her sarees reveal the colours of her many moods She is 6 yards of wonder and mystery that broods She is symbolized love and beauty Enwrapped in enigma and mystic poetry Her six yards are not just born on the loom of a fanciful weaver Hers is a timeless attire, which refuses to retire She epitomizes poise and grace The elegance that is untouched and leaves you amazed. I am wearing another Banarasi saree that I bought in Varanasi. Banarasi Silk (also known as Benarasi SIlk) is a fine variant of Silk originating from the city of Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, India. Saree weaved from this fine silk, known as a Banarasi Silk Saree is extremely popular all over India and across the world. With a mention in the Mahabharata and in the Buddhist scri...

Banarasi Silk Sarees  are from Varanasi in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend, the ancient city of Banaras is synonymous with some of the world’s oldest temples and finest  Banarasi Sarees . The place that is believed to have flourished as a textile centre when it was a capital of Kasi kingdom, In 5th and 6th century BC Banaras became a crucial centre for silk and cotton fabrics with these woven fabrics becoming most sought after all over the world. Zari and Brocade work that is the speciality of  Banarasi sarees  kick-started around the 17th  century when Silk weavers from Gujarat migrated to Kasi after a famine in 1603. Development of brocade and zari work in the city saw new heights during the Mughal period, especially in the reign of emperors such as Akbar. Having witnessed centuries of handmade textile tradition,  Banarasi silk sarees  have seen many changes in preferences...

The ancient city of Varanasi come to life as you make your way down the scenic Ganges River by boat. Observe Hindus practising their morning rituals as the sun comes up along the banks of the river and learn about local customs and traditions from your expert guide.  You have a chance to observe the Hindu way of life along the bank of the Ganges River (Ganga Ghat or Banaras Ghat). Varanasi presents a unique combination of physical, metaphysical and supernatural elements. According to the Hindu mythology, Varanasi liberates the soul from human body to the ultimate. It is the Ganga Ghats of Varanasi that complement the concept of divinity. The Ganga Ghats at Varanasi are full of pilgrims who flock to the sacred river to take a dip in the holy Ganges, which is believed to absolve one from all sins. Watching people come down to the river in the early morning, taking a bath in the mother Ganga, performing rituals, worshipping the Sun is a unique experience. There is a number of temp...