LEARNING IS LIFE

  Couplets inspired from Teachings of Sri Guru Angad Dev Ji Sahib Be helping hand, no need to ask, For praise or thanks, just do the task. Just doing good, for good's own sake, No matter who, no pride to take. No high, no low, just hand in hand, Across the earth, a common stand. Let dignity be all we claim, And equity our burning flame. Let go the "I," the want, the gain, Release it all, ease all the pain. In selfless act, true freedom lies, Beneath the heavens, open skies. Surrender now, to that divine will, Your purpose clear, your spirit still.

 Sri Guru Angad Dev Ji Sahib: A Tribute Guru Angad Devji, kind and true, Second light, shining bright for you. Seva Bhav, service from the heart, A helping hand, a brand new start. Hukam's way, God's will so clear, No doubt or fear, always near. Humility, His guiding light, Rejecting pride, with all His might. Healthy mind, healthy frame, Remembering God's holy name. Equality's call, for one and all, No big, no small, standing tall.

JAIN RELIGIOUS FLAG DAY:  KNOW JAINISM THROUGH FIVE COLOURS Five supreme beings, in colours shown, A path to follow, seeds are sown. Red stands for Sidhas, free and unbound, Yellow, the Acharyas, self-knowledge sound. White, the Arihantas, pious all the way, Green, the Upadhyayas, ascetics' sway. Dark blue, nuns and monks, good souls Reaching Siddhashila, making us whole. Red, the truth, a steady star, Satya - who we truly are. Yellow whispers, "Do not take," Achaurya, for goodness sake. White then blooms, a gentle dove, Ahimsa, filled with peace and love. Green appears, lust-fee strength, Brahmacharya, measured length. Dark Blue flows, a spacious sea, Aparigraha, simply free. No need to grasp, no urge to hoard, Let go, and be richly poured. Five vows to keep, in heart and mind, For unity's strength, for all mankind. A journey inwards, step by step, Toward freedom's call, forever kept. Let's paint a world with colors bright, Each hue a path toward the light.

  INSPIRED COUPLETS FROM BHAGAVAD GITA VERSE The body fades, its work is done, But soul lives on, its journey spun. No end in death, just change of scene, Eternal spark, forever keen. Eternal soul, a shining spark, Beyond the dark, beyond the mark. No ending here, no final breath, Just onward, past the gates of death. Death's dark door, a whispered lie, Release the fear, and truly fly. Your soul, a light, forever bright, Embrace the truth, banish the night.

  Death is a Myth, No End, Just Soul-Shift: A Poem The body ends, a worn-out shoe, But you, the soul, still brightly glow. Not gone, not done, just passing through, To fields where other wonders grow. No final stop, no curtain fall, Just changing clothes for a new scene. Life's stream flows on, embracing all, A vibrant awareness, ever keen. So shed the fear, let worries cease, Your spirit strong, forever bright. Find comfort in unending peace, And bathe yourself in endless light. Death is a myth, no fading light, Just journey onward, pure and bright

  Nine Divine Values to Foster, Practice and Hone During Navratri Nine nights arrive, a joyful sound, Navratri dawns, the air feels bright, Nine Goddess forms, on sacred ground, Banishing darkness, bringing light. First Shailputri, calm and ever still, Brahmacharini's grace, austere and deep, Chandraghanta's strength, against all ill, Kushmanda's creative promise to keep. Skandamata, nurturing, so kind, Katyayani, empowered, strong and bold, Kalaratri, fears left far behind, Mahagauri, from evils, we're unrolled. Siddhidatri, wholeness to bestow, Devotional path with a cosmic flow.

  Safe Water: The Root of Gender Equity and Empowerment  Water and women, bound by fragile thread, Where water fails, equality takes flight. Their health, their safety, opportunities dead, Drowned in the dark, consumed by endless night. Water crisis is woven in her plight, The burden borne, the journey long and hard. Her agency, a treasure beyond compare, Equitable voice, her purpose is fulfilled. Empower girls, with knowledge as their tool, Let science, farming, engineering call, For clean streams, sanitation's golden rule, And leaders strong, to answer one and all.

  The Divine Energy Principle - Unfolding Shakti: An Ode Poem Source of all that lives and breathes, Heartbeat of the cosmic seas. All existence starts from you, Kinetic force, forever true. True principle, the core of might, In divine motion, shining bright. Shakti is light, Cosmic energy, bright. Shakti is breath, Life after death. Essence pure, a vital sign, Nurturing force, forever thine. Existence blooms within your grace, Radiant power, time and space. Godly energy, the vibrant hue, You are the pulse, forever new. Shakti is grace, In every time and space. Shakti is flow, Making all things grow.

 LPG PRICES SOAR: BACK TO  DUNG TIME S The prices of gas made us run, To seek out a source that was fun. With a shovel in hand, We scoured the land, And went back to burning the dung. The smell, of course, was not sweet, A pungent aroma, hard to beat. But pockets now full, No longer a pull, From greedy gas stations, incomplete. The car sits idle, unused, A modern convenience, now refused. For warmth and for light, We suffer the blight, Of yesteryear's methods, infused.

  The Chaitra  Navaratri festival has begun, prompting dedicated followers to revisit the principles of Shaktism to rejuvenate their spiritual essence. Kishore at Slideshare notes that in the Shaktism School of spirituality, Shakti is recognized as the Supreme Being. Occasionally, the Divine Mother is referred to as Adi-Shakti, representing the ultimate power present in all creations throughout the cosmos. Certain Vedic texts even assert that Shakti embodies the Supreme Brahman, with both female and male forms seen as Her manifestations. The Shaktisangama school of thought asserts, "Woman is the creator of the universe; the universe is her manifestation. Woman is the bedrock of the world, embodying the true essence of the body. Within woman lies the essence of all things, of everything that lives and moves in the world. There is no treasure more precious than woman, and no state more exalted than that of a woman." Here is my acrostic sentence on SHAKTI, which illustrates the ...

 Persian Nowruz Festival: Know Zoroastrianism Spirituality in Brief Nowruz, also known as Navroz, internationally observed on March 21, marks the New Year celebration for those who follow Zoroastrianism, a form of Persian spirituality. This festival honors the arrival of spring, the rebirth of nature, and celebrates the victory of light over darkness. It encourages individuals to let go of past burdens, practice forgiveness, reconcile differences, strengthen family ties, and promote harmony within the community. The festival highlights the importance of personal renewal, filled with hope and goodwill, while embracing the beauty of new beginnings. Consequently, Nowruz motivates us to face the future with optimism, gratitude, and a renewed dedication to peace and prosperity for all of humanity. Here is my sentence acrostic poem on NAVROZ that reflects the core spiritual principle of Zoroastrianism: N: New beginnings to reignite the faith that A: Ahura Mazda, the Wise Lord or 'Illumin...

 Solar Geoengineering: A Bid to Cool the Earth at a Big Cost - A Poem The sun's heat is starting to sting, So we'll try a geo-engineer thing. Reflect rays away, Cool the Earth every day, And hope it's a climate fix swing! A scientist, keen and so bright, Used aerosols, way up in flight. With clouds all aglow, And surfaces white, Hoped warming would vanish from sight. The Earth, caught in power's rough game, Sees climates all changing the same. A quick fix we crave, But high risks we brave, Leaving futures uncertain in flame. A scheme to cool Earth's hot head, With aerosols sprayed overhead. But the risks are so vast, A future recast, By the rich, with our fates in their stead.

WHAT IS EID ALL ABOUT: A POEM Eid is here, a time of happy cheer, Ramadan's done, the fasting now complete. With grateful hearts, we hold each other near, Community's warm embrace, a joyful treat. Compassion blooms, like flowers in the spring, Togetherness, a gift we all embrace. Spiritual renewal, the joy it brings, And charity lights up each smiling face. Stronger the bonds with family and friend, Our faith in God, a guiding, steady light. Embracing unity, until the very end, And giving back, with all our strength and might. So let us celebrate, with open door, Eid Mubarak, forevermore.

  Solar Geoengineering Experiment Blues: Limericks  Bill Gates, with plan risky and bold, To cool Earth, as the story is told, With dust-mist in air, Sun's rays to impair, A future, perhaps, bought and sold. A scheme in the Indian expanse, Solar haze, a high-stakes, cruel dance. On people below, Risks start to grow, While fear grips with a petrified glance.

  Make happiness more infectious in the world through care and share In 2026, the International Day of Happiness will be celebrated on March 20, under the theme "Caring and Sharing". This theme focuses on promoting kindness, generosity, and social connections to enhance mental health and well-being, ultimately leading to happiness. It points out that true happiness comes from relationships and a sense of community, rather than merely from material wealth and success. The observance encourages us to see happiness as a mindset that is developed through mindful practices, fostering an inclusive, fair, and balanced state of mind. HAPPINESS COUPLETS Happiness hides, not far to seek, Within our thoughts, gentle and meek. A learned skill, a conscious choice, Our minds determine our voice. Think bright thoughts, kind and true, Fairness for all, in all we do. Believe in strength, that lives inside, Change yourself, let kindness be your guide. Inner peace, a treasure deep, A healthy mi...

 Veil of Greed, Crown of Lies: Limericks on Current Leaders The rich, quite a powerful crew, Speak honey words that sound so true. Behind charm and grace, A lesson to chase, They'll use you, then bid you adieu. Some bigwigs, with wallets so fat, Use sweet words to flatten your hat. They blind you with lies, Then steal your prize, And leave you with nothing but that. The rich and the powerful few, Can turn you quite blind, it is true. They'll piggyback high, As you stumble on by, Then leave you with nothing but boo

The Name Jhulelal Rings a Bell, Gives a Message: A Poem  Jhulelal, a name so bright, Like a swing, moving light. Life's a cradle, back and forth, Joy and sorrow, south and north. Life may rock, it may sway, But Jhulelal shows a better way. Swing like a cradle, to and fro, Keep your center, let worries go. Keep even keel, through rise and fall, And find the peace that answers all. Find balance true, in every part, And live with purpose, in your heart. With grace and calm, let your spirit soar, Jhulelal's lesson, forevermore.

  INSPIRED POEM ON THE SOULMATE WITHIN The truest love, your soulmate guide, Dwells not outside, but deep inside. Love lives inside, a quiet flame, Whispering softly your own name. To know yourself, purify heart 'n mind, The secret passage you will find. No perfect match, no missing part, Just wholeness blooming in your heart. So look within, don't search afar, Your soulmate's mirror, that's who you are.

  Discovering your soulmate within: A free verse The truest love story, / The soulmate feel - / not found in eyes 'n faces across a crowded world, / but in the quiet chamber of your own heart -/ your own soul Know the winding paths of your being,/ the shadows and the sunlit glades, / the fears that whisper / 'n the hopes that sing. Shut out the noise, / the clamor of expectations, / the shoulds and shouldn'ts echoing from outside. Turn inward, / a solitary journey, / into the landscape of your inner chambers. Discover the hidden wellspring, / the boundless love that resides, / your very own soulmate / patiently waiting. That is your soul-love, / soul-union - unconditional, unwavering, / a constant flame. Become one with that self, / that essence, / that radiant truth. Be soulful, / infused with the love you hold within, / a beacon in the world. For only when you embrace yourself, / flaws and all, / can you truly offer love to another, / a love that is genuine -,/ you - your...

  ODE TO RHYMES: SPECIAL ON WORLD POETRY DAY Little rhymes, so bright and bold, Stories in a world of old. Playful rhymes, like tiny seeds, Planted in our minds indeed. Star up in sky, shining bright, Wishing on you, late at night. Golden slumbers, kiss your eyes, Little rhymes, a sweet surprise. Simple words, a joyful sound, Lessons learned, on happy ground. Simple beat, a happy tune, Underneath the sun and moon. Through the years, they softly play, In hearts of children, every day .

Spiritual Message of Guddi Pawda : A Poem With mango leaves, torans bright and bold, A new year dawns, a story to unfold. Gudi Padwa, a time for joy and grace, A smile on every loving, hopeful face. Chaitra's first light, Shukla Pratipada's gleam, Spring's gentle touch awakens from a dream. The universe reborn, a fresh design, Hope blossoms forth, a feeling so divine. Renew your spirit, let your worries cease, Find calm acceptance, inner peace. Accept life's dualities, joy and sorrow too, With balanced heart, a clearer view. Commit to balance, where your spirit thrives, With nature's rhythm, how the garden strives. Purify your mind, let gentle breezes flow, In harmony with nature, watch your spirit grow. 

  Ugadi's Dawn: A  Message in Poem New year wakes, Chaitra's start, Cosmos born, a brand new art. Life's bright hues, a varied scene, Nature's grace, forever keen. Challenges rise, we stand upright, Balance sought, with all our might. Harmony blooms, a gentle start, New beginnings, fill the heart. Body cleansed, and mind so clear, Senses pure, casting out fear. Bad thoughts gone, a lighter soul, Divine light makes us whole. Gratitude flows, a thankful plea, Hope's embrace, sets spirits free. Surrender's path, to will divine, Holy words, a guiding sign. Purpose found, in every deed, A life well-lived, a planted seed.

  SEIZE THE NEW YEAR DAY FOR FRESH START: A POEM The clock ticks soft, a brand new day, A chance to wash the old away. To look within, and gently see, The "me" I was, and want to be. Let's quiet down, and think it through, The things that worked, the things untrue. And choose, with care, a different way, To grow and shine, more bright each day. Be kind and calm, in all you do, Be thankful for the sky so blue. Let feelings guide, with steady hand, And build a strength, you understand. Say "no" to things that hold you tight, Say "yes" to things that feel so right. Do good deeds, with simple grace, And find a smile upon your face. For body, mind, and spirit free, A better life for you and me. So breathe it in, this fresh new start, And heal and grow, with open heart.

  AI Age Enlightenment: Quintains A student, quite keen and so bright, Used AI to tackle real plight. With code as their tool, They bent every rule, And built green business, day and night. An AI, so bright and so grand, Tried to take intellectual command. But math, physics too, And the spirit in you, Will keep you from being unplan A STEM whiz, sharp and so keen, Dreamed of ventures unseen. With AI by their side, Real problems to ride, Self-made wealth flowed, evergreen. The AI buzz, loud and grand, Can feel like a forceful command. But don't be its slave, Your future to save, With STEM skills, make your own stand. With thought skills that climb and take flight, Each subject unlocks mental might. With AI to aid, Real problems are played, Then self-made careers shine so bright.

  Happy Vikram Samvat 2083 The Hindu New Year 2026 - Vikram Samvat 2083 - is set to commence on March 19, marked by Chaitra Shukla Pratipada. This day heralds the beginning of the nine-day Chaitra Navratri festival and features significant regional festivities like Gudi Padwa and Ugadi. It represents a time for fresh starts, prayers, blessings, good wishes, and sacred rituals. Among Hindus, the essential rituals include rising early for holy baths, adorning homes with rangoli, raising the Gudi or flag inscribed with Aum, visiting temples, and sharing sweets. According to age-old traditions, Nava Varsha marks the onset of the lunar year, often associated with spiritual renewal and the arrival of spring. Chaitra Navratri also begins on this day. A prayer for the Hindu New Year emphasizes the pursuit of blessings for peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth, typically starting with Ganesh Vandana to eliminate obstacles. It encompasses universal prayers for joy, the illumination of know...

  Develop thinking skills foremost for responsible use of AI: Haiku Blank mind, empty thought, AI spins a world untrue, Lost in its strange dream. Blind mind, easy prey, AI's tricks, a shining lie, Truth fades in the code. False words bloom fast now, AI's shadows twist the truth, We're fooled, unwise now. Fake face, stolen words, Empty wallet, broken trust, Guard your online self. Code tricks, words that lie, Lead us down a harmful path, Trust turned to despair. Think before you leap, See within, grow wiser still, Guide AI with thought.

 A Short Note on Educational Engineering Educational Engineering, also known as Instructional or Learning Engineering, is a new interdisciplinary field for undergraduates that uses engineering principles—design, analysis, and optimization—in the learning process. It connects teaching methods with technology to develop effective, goal-focused training systems. This field helps students create digital learning tools, simulations, and tailored educational experiences using models like ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation). It focuses on 'learning engineering' to enhance student engagement, knowledge retention, cognitive skills, and learning results. As a field of study, it equips undergraduates to design innovative, data-informed educational solutions instead of merely following traditional teaching methods, which is essential for today’s technology-driven industries and including knowledge industry. Educational institutions are being increasingly recog...

  Active Aging: A Theme Song The years may pass, a gentle, steady stream, But life's true wealth is more than just to breathe. It's strength within, a vibrant, joyful gleam, A tapestry of choices we can weave. Let's move our bodies, minds stay sharp and keen, Embrace connections, laughter, friendships true. Beyond disease, a brighter path is seen, The things we love, the things we want to do. With every sunrise, opportunity calls, To nurture self, to learn, to grow, to thrive. To rise above, ignoring silent walls, And feel the pulse of purpose come alive. So let us strive, with care, for strength and grace, And claim our lives, in every time and space.

  War Game Economy Blues: Limericks A leader with "total war" cry Made welfare states wave goodbye. With rationing queues, And consumer blues, Just bombs, drones, and death in the sky. A frenzy of war, quite absurd, Funds  drained,  citizens go unheard. The rich got their fill, While folks paid the bill, And profits lined pockets preferred.

  Design Thinking Quintains True design thinker, full of grace, Used folks' needs as the problem's base. With make-test- try rounds, Solutions were found, Viable, feasible, grand in its place. A user-wise designer so keen, Whose process was brilliantly clean. Empathize first, Then needs unmet burst, Ideate, proto, then test the design. Innovative minds open wide, Used design, where new ideas hide. "Learn by doing," they'd say, Chase the pain points away, Make concepts creative, side by side.

  Fallen Vishawaguru: Limericks A global guide - "Vishwaguru" grand, Tried leading the whole blessed land. But conduct astray, Showed ideals decay, Now "gurugantal" chants fill the sand A fellow once dreamed, grand and bold, World's moral guide, truth to be told. But his words rang so hollow, His actions wouldn't follow, Now he dances as he's bought and sold.

War-Free World and Peace Woven in Compassion: A Poem The Buddha said, a peaceful mind, Comes from compassion, you will find. Like a seed, it's deep inside, Needs care and love, to be your guide. Feel for others, share their pain, Again, again, and then again. Until it's how you truly see, A caring heart, eternally. Care for yourself, then outward flow, Help others blossom, help them grow. End suffering, break the chain, Of conflict, division, hate, and pain. Care sincerely, be aware, A loving heart is everywhere. If you want others to find peace, Let compassion never cease. Compassion honed, a world so bright, No more wars' gloom, only light. A peaceful world, a gentle hand, Spread compassion through the land.

  Purpose of life is self-realization: Quintains The body, it fades and it's frail, But the Atman will never quite fail. It's soul's steady light, Shining ever so bright, So let go, fear, ego, and wail. *** There once was a form, quite a sight, Whose days were numbered, like night. But the Atman inside, Could eternally ride, Purify mind, and live in the light!

  The Gita as Holy Manual for Purposeful and Righteous Life: A Poem  The chariot waits, the battle looms, Arjuna stands, consumed by glooms. He sees his kin, on either side, And feels his purpose gently slide. Then Krishna speaks, a friend, a guide, "Your duty calls, you cannot hide. Embrace your role, with open heart, Detach from outcome, play your part." The Gita's words, a shining light, A manual for living right. Not chasing gains, with greedy hand, But serving others, in the land. When choices blur, and paths unclear, The Gita whispers, "Do not fear. Act with compassion, truth, and grace, Leave to the cosmos, time and space." Though centuries pass, the message stays, A guiding star, through modern days. In every task, a chance to grow, Let duty bloom, and freely flow.

  Significance of festive spring season: A poem A time for pause, in every land we see, When festivals ignite a mindful spark, A chance to mend, to feel our spirits free, And navigate life's journey from the dark. Reflection blooms, patience takes its hold, Our focus sharpens, clarity we find, Worldly pursuits, a story to be told, With inner growth, a richer peace of mind. Character builds, resilience takes root, Compassion flowers, reaching out to all, Discipline, empathy, a precious fruit, Mindfulness answers, heeding freedom's call. Beyond the fast, a gratitude so deep, Sharing and caring, bonds that we will keep.