Amalaki is Amla, also known as Awalha or Avala or Usiri or Nelli or gooseberry, and comes into regular use. Eka+dashi (1+10) is the eleventh day of each lunar fortnightly cycle we witness. With two ...

If a plant creates thorns and sour berries, it makes sense that its name could be synonymous with mischief. While you don't commonly hear mischievous acts referred to as a "playing gooseberry" ...

Amalaki Ekadashi, observed on the Ekadashi (11th day) of the Shukla Paksha in the Hindu month of Phalguna (February–March), holds deep spiritual significance. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, this Ekadashi ...