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India.com
2 days ago
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This girl has world's most beautiful handwriting, she is not from India, Pakistan, Japan, China, UK, US or Germany, she belongs to..., her name is...
This girl has world's most beautiful handwriting, she is not from India, Pakistan, Japan, China, UK, US or Germany, she belongs to..., her name is... Back in our school days, having neat handwriting seemed very important, especially during Class 10 and 12 board exams. Parents and teachers frequently reminded us to write neatly and legibly because it occasionally earned us extra marks. However, in a time when typing is a common practice and screens rule, neat handwriting has become a lost art. Yet, in the middle of this digital revolution, a young Nepalese girl caught the attention of the world with her amazing handwriting. Prakriti Malla is her name, and she was only 14 years old when her story started in 2017. One of her school assignments from Class 8 started circulating online and it was not the content, but the stunningly perfect handwriting that took the internet by storm. Her handwriting was so stunningly perfect that many mistook it for a printed font. What made her even more unique was her origin as she was not from a country often associated with calligraphy or penmanship like Japan, China or South Korea. She hailed from the quiet hills of Nepal. And yet, her elegant, almost artistic style of writing earned her the unofficial title of 'the girl with the most beautiful handwriting in the world.' Prakriti's work caught the attention of many, including international leaders. She personally delivered a handwritten letter to the UAE Embassy, congratulating them on their 51st Spirit of the Union celebration which was deeply appreciated. In recognition of her talent, the Nepalese Armed Forces also honored her. This acknowledgment celebrated not just beauty in writing, but the discipline, grace, and cultural pride reflected through her script. Her incredible skill didn't just go viral it also inspired millions. At a time when handwritten notes are becoming rare, Prakriti reminded people of the charm and power of something as simple as putting pen to paper. Her story serves as a powerful example of how traditional talents can still shine brightly, even in a tech-driven world. Prakriti Malla's journey is a reminder that in a fast-paced, digital-first world, there's still a place for the beauty of handwritten expression.
The Hindu
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Inside Prakriti Foundation's Festival of Sacred Music
Prakriti Foundation's Festival of Sacred Music (Thiruvaiyaru on the Cauvery), the 12th in a remarkable series initiated by cultural catalyst Ranvir Shah, took place this February in Thanjavur and Thirupugalur in Tamil Nadu. Festivals of sacred music are now popping up all over: there is an impressive annual one in Fez, Morocco; another on the island of Patmos in the Aegean Sea; and an International Festival of Music and Art in Rome. India has a few too, including the Sacred Spirit Festival that takes place in March in Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur; Bengaluru's Fireflies Festival of Sacred Music; and the Sacred River Festival in Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh. Some of these have their own idiosyncratic definitions of what 'sacred' means; some have unifying themes — ecological, social, meditative, mystical, and so on. In this expanding and varied landscape, Prakriti's Thiruvaiyaru festival is unfailingly excellent. The performances are brilliant and wide-ranging, the artists superb; the musical texts come mainly (but by no means only) from the classical Carnatic repertoire. Reliving past genius Throughout the 2025 festival, day and night overlapped in a gentle symbiosis — evening performances balanced by daytime adventures. A trip to Darasuram and Swamimalai ended with a veena recital at the Siddhar koyil (temple) in Thirupugalur, across from the temple where the Tevaram poet Appar merged forever into Lord Shiva. On day three, a morning walk on West Main Street in Thanjavur led us past the Bangaru Kamakshi temple, to whose goddess Shyama Shastri devoted many of his musical compositions. That same evening in Thiruvaiyaru, Sikkil Gurucharan sang for Bangaru Kamakshi. I was moved beyond words. For a moment, I thought I saw both poet Muttusvami Dikshitar and Shastri walking together, singing, just ahead of us on the street where they once lived at the same time. Imagine the creative effervescence of those days in Thanjavur at the royal court, the temples, and in the musical salons. Clearly, these astonishing geniuses are still very much alive. Intimate settings On the first night of the performances, Shruthi Veena Vishwanath, whose work celebrates the intersection of classical and folk forms, sang a medley of intoxicating abhangs (devotional poems), accompanied by Shruteendra Katagade on tabla and Babui on dotara. Marathi abhangs — dramatic, highly personal, emotional, and sometimes antinomian — are by now intrinsic parts of the Carnatic concert canon, as is only right. Vishwanath performed them, and also described them in words as fiery texts of resistance to oppression, prejudice, and self-righteous arrogance, thus in line with our current movements of feminism, post-colonialism, and the search for authentic subaltern voices. I could see her point, but soon I was simply carried away by the music with its bold, recurrent moments of delightful dissonance and unforeseen endings. Her English translations from the Marathi texts were a gift: Like a puppet on a string/ You make me swing/ Tinted by your sense and form/ My senses come alive, says Tuka, the 17th-century Marathi saint and poet. On the second night, in Thiruppugalur, the versatile master of many instruments and musical forms, Thiruvetakkudy C. Saravanan, led his veena ensemble of nine in padams and other genres by various composers, including Purandara Dasa, Oothukkadu Venkata Subbaiyer, and my favourite, Muthu Thandavar. He is one of the most creative, and now largely forgotten, of the early 16th century composers of Tamil padams and kirttanais. I assume that Lord Agnisvara-Siva was listening in from across the great three-sided temple tank. Carnatic music was meant for that kind of intimate performance for a receptive, attuned audience, in just such a setting. Experimenting with forms The Diwanwada ruins of the Maratha palace at Thiruvaiyaru were illumined by oil lamps on every level of the still standing 18th-century dovecot when Gurucharan began his katcheri on night three. He wisely sang Tyagaraja's Evar Unnaru, in Malavashri, on Lord Pancanadeesa, the Lord of Five Rivers. The composer's samadhi was just a stone's throw away on the bank of the Cauvery. Before the performance began, we had the privilege of darshan at the Thiruvaiyaru temple in that early evening hour when pilgrims linger, singing Tevaram verses, the moon is still nearly full, and the drummers are playing. That haunting moment fit the 'sacred'. So did Gurucharan's thrilling rendition of the core composition that night, Shyama Shastri's Talli ninnu namminanu, in Kalyani raga. We live in divisive times. Music at the highest level may offer hope and some sort of solace. People may complain about an alleged erosion of taste and the lost art of listening to classical music, but in my view Carnatic music is flourishing as never before. A new cohort of young, profoundly gifted musicians are already present in the sabha katcheris. Some are experimenting with forms and visions that deepen our awareness and enrich our experience. The sacred music festivals, such as the annual one by Prakriti, have a crucial role to play in this vibrant scene. The writer is an Indologist and poet.
India.com
23-05-2025
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- India.com
Meet girl who has most beautiful handwriting in world, she is not from India, Pakistan, China, Japan, US, UK, UAE, her name is..., she is from...
In a world where most of us now type instead of write, neat handwriting is becoming a forgotten art. But for one young girl, her beautiful penmanship has captured the attention of people around the globe reminding everyone of the timeless charm of writing by hand. Meet Prakriti Malla, a schoolgirl from Nepal whose handwriting is considered by many to be the most beautiful in the world. Unlike kids in the UK, US, or India who are often caught up in the fast pace of digital life, Prakriti has shown that there is still beauty and value in putting pen to paper. It all started when Prakriti was just 14 years old and in the eighth grade. One of her class assignments was shared on social media and it didn't take long before the world noticed. Her writing was so precise, evenly spaced, and artistically curved that many believed it was printed by a computer, not written by hand. Her story quickly went viral. People everywhere were amazed at how perfectly she could write. Experts in handwriting and ordinary internet users alike were stunned by how her simple schoolwork turned into a global inspiration. Her writing looks like fine calligraphy, with each letter so carefully formed that it's hard to believe it came from a regular pen. But Prakriti's talent goes beyond just good handwriting. She used her gift to write a heartfelt letter congratulating the UAE on their 51st Spirit of the Union celebration. She hand-delivered this letter to the UAE Embassy. The talented Nepali young girl Prakriti Malla,the awarded Best Hand Writing in the world has written a congratulation letter to the Leadership of UAE and its people on the occasion of the UAE 51 Spirit of the Union,and hand it over to the embassy during the ceremony #Nepal #UAE — UAE Embassy Nepal (@UAEEmbNepal) December 4, 2022 Back home in Nepal, her talent didn't go unnoticed either. The Nepalese army recognized her for her outstanding handwriting, celebrating it as a symbol of grace, discipline, and cultural pride.
India.com
21-05-2025
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- India.com
Meet The Girl With Most Beautiful Handwriting In World — Honored By Armed Forces And She Is Not From India, USA, Or Europe; She Is...
photoDetails english 2904285 World's Most Beautiful Handwriting: How many times have your parents or teachers scolded you to improve your handwriting? Clean and neat writing plays a vital role during board examinations. In today's digital era, where typing has replaced writing, beautiful penmanship is becoming rare. Here is the story of a girl whose handwriting is regarded as the world's most beautiful. She is not from India, UK, Europe, or the USA. Her name is Prakriti Malla, and she hails from Nepal. Her story proves that this fading art still holds power. Her extraordinary handwriting amazed millions and reminded the world of the timeless beauty and impact of writing by hand. Her talent became a global sensation, inspiring many to value this simple yet powerful skill. Updated:May 21, 2025, 05:13 PM IST Digital Age Vs Handwriting 1 / 8 In today's digital world dominated by smartphones and laptops, handwriting is gradually being forgotten. However, it still holds the importance, as putting pen to paper strengthens our connection with thoughts and enhances memory retention in meaningful and creative way. Handwriting And Learning 2 / 8 As we all know that Handwriting is deeply linked to learning. It's more than a basic skill—it helps in shaping thought processes, improving focus, and is often considered a talent that contributes to academic and personal development, especially among young students. Prakriti Malla Goes Viral at 14 3 / 8 At just 14 years old, while studying in the eighth grade, Prakriti's school assignment went viral. Her stunningly neat and symmetrical handwriting took social media by storm, earning praise and admiration from millions across the globe. World's Most Beautiful Handwriting: Prakriti Malla 4 / 8 Prakriti Malla from Nepal captured global attention for her extraordinary handwriting. Her beautiful handwriting is often regarded as the "world's most beautiful handwriting". Netizens And Experts Leaves In Awe 5 / 8 Handwriting professionals and netizens were amazed by Prakriti's handwriting. Her perfection in handwriting led many to believe it was computer-generated, not handwritten. Her flawless curves and spacing truly blur the line between calligraphy and digital typography in the writing. Prakriti Malla's Letter To UAE 6 / 8 Prakriti penned a heartfelt congratulatory letter to the UAE for their 51st Spirit of the Union celebration. She hand-delivered it to the UAE Embassy, showcasing both her talent and the power of written expression. Prakriti Malla: Honored by Armed Forces 7 / 8 Recognizing her exceptional skill, the Nepalese armed forces honored Prakriti for her outstanding handwriting. This acknowledgment celebrated not just beauty in writing, but the discipline, grace, and cultural pride reflected through her script. Gentle Reminder To Handwriting In Digital Age 8 / 8 Prakriti's story serves as a gentle reminder to value handwriting. In an increasingly digital age, writing by hand still offers emotional depth, creativity, and a personal connection that typing on screens can rarely replace. (Image Credit: Social Media/X)
Time Business News
12-05-2025
- Health
- Time Business News
Comparing Ayurvedic and Allopathic Approaches in Glaucoma Management
Glaucoma, often referred to as the 'silent thief of sight,' is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, typically due to increased intraocular pressure (IOP). If left untreated, it can lead to irreversible vision loss. With millions affected worldwide, glaucoma management has become a critical area in modern and traditional medicine. Two prominent systems—Ayurveda and Allopathy—offer different philosophies and treatment strategies for this condition. In this article, we explore and compare these two approaches, with a deeper focus on the holistic Ayurvedic methodology. Ayurvedic Perspective on Glaucoma In Ayurveda, glaucoma is closely related to a condition called Adhimantha, categorized under 'Timira' and 'Pataala Gata Roga'—disorders of the deeper layers of the eye. Ayurvedic treatment for Glaucoma focuses on addressing the Tridoshic imbalance (mainly Vata and Pitta), which is believed to affect the ocular tissues and intraocular channels. Key Ayurvedic Concepts in Glaucoma Management Root-cause diagnosis : Unlike Allopathy, Ayurveda emphasizes identifying and correcting systemic imbalances contributing to eye disorders. : Unlike Allopathy, Ayurveda emphasizes identifying and correcting systemic imbalances contributing to eye disorders. Balancing Doshas : Treatments focus on pacifying aggravated Vata and Pitta doshas. : Treatments focus on pacifying aggravated Vata and Pitta doshas. Improving circulation and detoxification: Strengthening ocular blood flow and clearing blocked channels (srotas) is crucial. Common Ayurvedic Treatments for Glaucoma Nidana Parivarjana (Avoidance of causative factors) – lifestyle changes to reduce eye strain and stress. Snehana and Swedana (Oleation and Fomentation) – to nourish and prepare the body for deeper detoxification. Virechana (Purgation therapy) – especially beneficial in reducing Pitta-related inflammation. Nasya (Nasal therapy) – for clearing head channels and improving ocular functions. Netra Tarpana – therapeutic ghee-based eye bath to nourish and rejuvenate eye tissues. Herbal formulations – such as Triphala, Punarnava, Saptamrita Lauh, Pathyadi Kashaya, and Mahatriphala Ghrita for detoxification, anti-inflammatory action, and eye nourishment. Why Ayurveda Deserves More Attention in Glaucoma Care 1. Holistic Vision Care Ayurveda treats the patient, not just the disease. It integrates diet, lifestyle, detox therapies, yoga, and meditation—ensuring a 360° approach to eye health. 2. Long-Term Benefits Instead of temporary IOP control, Ayurveda aims to strengthen ocular tissues, enhance circulation, and reduce oxidative stress—thereby potentially slowing disease progression naturally. 3. Fewer Side Effects Ayurvedic therapies use herbal preparations and traditional methods that are gentle on the body, minimizing the risk of adverse effects. 4. Customization and Personalization Every glaucoma patient in Ayurveda receives a personalized treatment plan based on their body constitution (Prakriti), disease stage, and lifestyle—unlike one-size-fits-all protocols often seen in Allopathy. For those seeking authentic care, Prakash Nethralaya, a renowned Ayurvedic hospital in Jaipur, offers specialized glaucoma treatments rooted in classical Ayurvedic principles and delivered through expert-guided therapies. Understanding Glaucoma in Allopathy In Allopathy (modern medicine), glaucoma is classified based on its mechanism—open-angle or angle-closure—and managed primarily by controlling intraocular pressure (IOP). Common treatments include: Medicated eye drops (e.g., prostaglandin analogs, beta-blockers, alpha agonists) (e.g., prostaglandin analogs, beta-blockers, alpha agonists) Oral medications to reduce IOP to reduce IOP Laser therapy such as trabeculoplasty such as trabeculoplasty Surgical interventions like trabeculectomy or drainage implants Strengths of Allopathy Quick symptomatic relief Scientifically tested and standardized procedures Effective in halting progression if diagnosed early Limitations of Allopathy Often focuses only on symptom control, not root cause Long-term use of eye drops may have side effects Surgeries carry risks and are not always curative Doesn't address underlying systemic imbalances Bridging the Gap: An Integrative Approach While Ayurveda offers a deep-rooted, sustainable way of managing glaucoma, modern diagnostics and emergency interventions from Allopathy cannot be ignored. The ideal strategy might lie in an integrative approach, where early detection and IOP monitoring are handled by ophthalmologists, and long-term eye health and dosha balance are supported through Ayurvedic care. Conclusion Glaucoma is a serious eye disorder requiring thoughtful and timely management. While Allopathy focuses on immediate IOP control, Ayurveda emphasizes holistic healing, rejuvenation, and long-term sustainability. Embracing Ayurvedic principles not only supports the eye but also uplifts overall health and well-being. For patients and practitioners alike, combining the strengths of both systems may offer the most comprehensive path forward in the fight against vision loss. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
