The Journal
Notes on ritual, fragrance and the Palash flower
Field notes from Bihar and Jharkhand, burning guides, and the thinking behind what we make.
14 May 2026
A Simple Sambrani Ritual for New Beginnings
Sambrani cups are traditionally lit for homecomings, housewarmings and new starts. Here's a straightforward way to use them if you've never tried.
2 Apr 2026
Why We Switched From Hand-Rolling to Machine-Made Dhoop
We used to hand-roll every stick. Here's why we moved to a machine-made, bambooless process instead — and why that's a better product, not a shortcut.
20 Feb 2026
Why the Palash Flower Blooms Once, and Means Everything
For about three weeks each spring, the forests of Bihar and Jharkhand turn orange with Palash blossom. Here's why we built a brand around a flower that shows up for less than a month a year.