To ensure adequate sleep at night is vital for the body and makes you feel rejuvenated to start a new day. Hence, ensuring a restful night’s sleep, it is important to check not just … READ FULL STORY
According to Hindu traditions and Vedic astrology, people choose auspicious timings or muhurat for various activities or events such as marriage, Griha Pravesh, etc. In Vedic astrology, the term ‘muhurat’ or ‘muhurata’, which is … READ FULL STORY
Turtles are regarded among the most auspicious animal symbols in Feng Shui and Vastu Shastra. They represent good health, longevity and good fortune. Thus, many people keep turtle figurines at home. The tortoise or … READ FULL STORY
Horses are considered as auspicious animal symbols across different cultures in the world. Known for their majestic qualities, horses, especially galloping horses, are universal symbols of strength, success, peace and progress. You can invite … READ FULL STORY
The sound of a clock ticking away, has its own distinct melody and is also a constant reminder of how quickly time passes by. Today, wall clocks may not be as significant as they … READ FULL STORY
A shankh is considered auspicious and its sound invites peace, prosperity and luck at home. Shankh or shankham in Sanskrit, stands for shum, meaning something good, and kham, meaning water. Shankham literally means ‘the … READ FULL STORY
In Indian culture, a pooja room or mandir holds great significance as it is the area where idols of deities and religious texts are kept, and the entire family prays and worships together. The … READ FULL STORY
According to Vastu Shastra, the main door of a house is not only the entry point for the family but also for energy. The way a house entrance is designed determines the type of … READ FULL STORY
Known as the queen of herbs, the tulsi plant has numerous medicinal properties and is often found in Indian households, because it is considered sacred among the Hindus. Also called basil, this herb acts … READ FULL STORY
Placing artwork and paintings is an interesting way to spruce up the blank walls of your home. According to Vastu Shastra, some paintings are considered auspicious and ward off negative energies and Vastu doshas. … READ FULL STORY
According to Hindu traditions, selecting an auspicious date and time to enter a new house or property, which is known as the Griha Pravesh muhurat, is important as it brings good luck, positive energy, … READ FULL STORY
Vastu colours for home have a significant psychological effect on people as specific colours stimulate different emotions in people. These colours are suggested based on the associated elements. It is important to have a … READ FULL STORY
A name plate or door plate, serves the functional purpose of identifying a house. However, a name plate can also serve as a décor element, which reflects the home owner’s style sensibilities. “Nowadays, name … READ FULL STORY
