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A Helping Hand

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When was the last time you helped someone? Has it been so long that you can't remember? Then you must watch this video. This will remind you that a simple gesture sometimes becomes the greatest act of kindness. All of us feel compelled to help someone we love. But how many of us are ready to go out of the way for a stranger? It is true that the present circumstances have forced us to doubt everyone around us, but we are slowly becoming inhuman in this process. What we are failing to realize is that a simple act of kindness can make a world of difference for someone. When I say help, it does not always have to be big. It can be as simple as donating your old cloths to someone in need or just buy a candy for a street kid. This may not be a big deal for you, but for the person who receives your help, it may mean the world. To do this, we need to stop being selfish and look beyond ourselves. Look around! you may see many waiting for some help with a smile. When you do see someone,

Beyond Ramayana

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How did the epic Ramayana end?  Is the truth only what we see in the movies?  What did Lord Rama do after the death of his beloved Sita? These are some questions that lie unanswered in all our minds.  Let us explore those roads of this epic, that lead us to untold stories of Lord Rama.  It is known to all that after the Agni Pariksha,  Goddess Sita gave herself to Bhudevi.  The last thing we know about Ramayana is that Lord Rama returns  to Ayodhya, with his twin sons Luv and Kush. Mythology takes the story further narrating how  Lord Rama lived thereafter.  It is said that the Lord fulfilled all responsibilities of an ideal King and  also trained the future Kings to be good rulers.  While Lord Rama continues to fulfill his duties in this manner,  Kaala Deva [God of Time] calls upon him.  He asks the Lord for some private time  for a confidential conversation.  Obeying the orders of Kaala Deva, Lord Rama asks his brother Lakshmana  to prevent an