In this issue

This issue of Culturama, we celebrate an entrepreneur with a purpose - Sanjay Dasari...an expat who is learning and embracing India...and a special journey with Virtual Bharat to meet the happiest man at 123!

September Culturama has something unique for everyone...do not miss out!

123… The Happiest Man

Varsha Ramachandran shares about Virtual Bharat’s latest video that is taking YouTube by storm with the story of Swami Sivananda, a 123- year-old man

2 mins

Young entrepreneur with a purpose

With his excellent ventures in promoting local farmers and fresh produce, Sanjay Dasari, Co-Founder at WayCool Foods, is taking the business by storm at a young age. Team Culturama catches up with the entrepreneur about his successful business with SunnyBee and other future plans

7 mins

5 Ways to Damage Control Your Diet

When following a diet, it is possible to lose track and give up on your end goal. Jen Thomas shares the best ways to get your diet in control.

3 mins

LEARNING AND EMBRACING INDIA

Being a regular visitor, Sharon Sivalenka from the United States, President of the Overseas Women of Chennai Club, believes that her journey here over the years has been evolving and she has learnt to adapt to the challenges and embrace the uniqueness of India

4 mins

TWO PATHS TO ENLIGHTMENT

Eknath Easwaran explains two ways to lead a life that is spirituality fulfilling and gives you the freedom you deserve

4 mins

Around the world in 5

In India, fair skin is considered beautiful. While jewels are valued, simple accessories such as flowers in the hair, bindi on the forehead and henna designs on the palms and feet contribute further to enhance one’s beauty. Let’s look at what is considered beautiful in other parts of the world

1 min

Teaching Leaders What To Stop

Do you begin every sentence with a no, but or however? Marshall Goldsmith explains how to avoid a hostile conversation

2 mins

Royal TREAT

A highlight of the harvest festival of Onam in Kerala is the ‘sadya’ or feast – an 18-dish meal that brings together varied colours, textures and flavours in a feast that is fit for a king

3 mins

Mark of a LEADER

What does a person need to take charge and lead effectively? How are some people able to command respect so effortlessly? We look at five Indian movers and shakers from different industries, and the top qualities they bring to the table

8 mins

Rooted in faith

Indian culture strongly emphasises the principle of harmony, especially between natural and man – a principle highlighted by the importance given to different trees in mythology and religious traditions

7 mins

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CULTURAMA Magazine Description:

A 17-year-old magazine which has the distinction of being the 'only' publication that gives a voice to expatriates and Indians alike, Culturama has a mission of promoting better understanding of the living Indian ethos. This full-colour free mailer, available in both soft- and hard-copy formats, provides thought leadership, cultural interpretations, tales and treats of the season, expatriate picks of city highlights, and tips from India experts. Plus, advertisements of unique hand-picked high-quality goods and services for the discerning expatriate and the high-net-worth Indian. All in a compact 80 pages!