The Tirupati Laddoo row has inflicted a deep wound, as well as outrage in the Hindu psyche. It brings back memories of the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857, a rebellion against the malicious act of the British (of giving cartridges greased with animal fat) that hurt the religious sentiment of the Hindu soldiers, who revered the cow as their mother.

As the country prepares for the consecration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, a long-awaited dream is about to become a reality. It’s also time to acknowledge and appreciate the role played by the Supreme Court, Prime Minister and all the stakeholders in bringing it to fruition. The saga around the Ram Temple in Ayodhya is full of interesting anecdotes and mysteries.

We are all born to do something unique and wonderful on this planet. Make sure you don’t let this opportunity pass by. Take up something creative in the new year. Not a year should pass without doing something creative.

A peaceful society is the basis of a prosperous society, and I am happy that world leaders are placing a great deal of importance on recognising and addressing these issues.

War is the worst act of reason. Wars happen because of some perceived threats or because of the adamancy or arrogance of leaders. Whenever there is a conflict, it indicates a certain chasm between communities or between nations.