In this special Diwali episode of Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai, we are joined by Dr. Vineet Aggarwal — a doctor by education, manager by profession, and researcher of ancient Indian history and culture by passion.Together, we explore the hidden layers of Diwali and the Ramayana, uncovering how history, symbolism, and spirituality intertwine in India’s most beloved epic. From the real story of Narakasura and the meaning behind Dev Diwali, to why there was never a Lakshman Rekha, Sita’s untold strength, and Ravana’s rise to power, Dr. Aggarwal brings a fresh, logical, and research-backed perspective to ancient mythology.The conversation also delves into Hanuman’s divine nature, the mystery of Ram Setu, connections between the Ramayana and Mahabharata, and the profound philosophies hidden within these timeless tales.A thought-provoking episode that blends mythology, philosophy, and science, revealing how the wisdom of the epics continues to guide and inspire us even today.📢 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Share this video! Your engagement helps us bring more such content.✅ Subscribe to Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai for more updates on our political series and hit the bell icon to stay notified about our latest episodes.This podcast was shot on Sony A7 IV and FE 50mm F1.8 📷Connect with us: experttalkwithbhavyadesai@gmail.com

Timestamps:

00:00 - What's coming up?

01:05 - Happy Diwali!

02:30 - Why Do We Celebrate Diwali?

05:50 - Narakasura’s Harem and His Death

09:10 - Using Firecrackers During Diwali

10:00 - Vamana Jayanti and Onam

13:00 - What Is Dev Diwali?

16:45 - Why the Valmiki Ramayana Is So Important

21:00 - How Lord Ram’s Journey Truly Began

24:00 - The Truth: Swayamvar Didn’t Exist in Ramayana

29:00 - Lord Ram’s Growth and Evolution

30:00 - The Myth of the Lakshman Rekha

31:40 - Sita: More Than What We’ve Been Told

39:40 - How Ravana Learned About Sita’s Abduction

44:00 - Ravana’s Sins and His Rise to Power

45:50 - Ravana’s Attack on Kubera

48:00 - Vedavati’s Curse and Rebirth as Draupadi

52:10 - Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam – We Are All Connected

53:50 - Ravana’s Birth, Ten Heads, and True Name

57:10 - Nandi: More Than Just a Bull

01:00:00 - Why Hanuman Is So Special

01:03:15 - The Chiranjeevis

01:07:00 - Why One Should Read the Original Scriptures

01:08:00 - Why Hanuman “Lost” Against the Brahmastra

01:10:30 - The Powerful Weapons of Ramayana

01:13:00 - How Divine Weapons Were Acquired and Used

01:17:30 - The Mystery and Story of Ram Setu

01:21:20 - Animals That Fought in the Great War

01:22:30 - The Epic Battle Between Ram and Ravana

01:24:50 - Why Vibhishana Didn’t Truly Help Ram

01:27:00 - Where the Ramayana Meets the Mahabharata

01:29:00 - When Did the Two Epics Actually Happen?

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