The spiritual significance of Kashi

A city steeped in myth, Kashi (also known as Benaras) is a revered destination frequented by pilgrims, travelers, sanyasis and aghoris. Believed to be a place of salvation, Kashi was once the abode of Lord Shiva and Parvati. ‘Benaras is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old…

The forgotten heroes of Azad Hind Fauj : Saraswati Rajamani

Freedom came at a very big price. Only those who fought for it knew its value. Some were remembered. Some were forgotten. World applauds Gandhi’s thoughts and actions but hardly pay any heed to the heroes who never got the due they deserved. The soldiers of Azad Hind Fauj were the ill-fated heroes who though…

The forgotten sacrifice of patriot Kanaklata Barua

‘Khoob Ladhi Mardaani’ – These words are mark of respect for the great warrior queen Rani Laxmibai of Jhansi who fought till the last breath, defending her fort from the clutches of British. There was one more ‘Mardaani’ who immortalized herself in the pages of history by sacrificing herself for the honor of nation’s flag….

Listen to your heart: London Adventure – An illustrated memoir by Ruskin Bond

‘I followed my heart instead of my head. It is something I have done all my life’ – Ruskin Bond Memoir genre has its own readers. The writing itself transports you to yesteryears of life. It conjures up memories, both happy and sad. In his new memoir – Listen to your heart: The London Adventure,…

Rudyard Kipling: The underrated spooky storyteller

The literary world hailed Kipling as a great writer for his works: Kim, Captains Courageous and the popular ‘The Jungle Book’. Unfortunately, or ironically Kipling’s short stories on supernatural/horror genre got overshadowed or ignored. He never got the due as a writer of horror stories. Who can ever forget his classic short story – The…

Did Jesus come to India?

Did Jesus ever come to India? How was he connected to Indian roots? Did he survive the crucifixion? Are there any evidences of Jesus’ arrival in India? Unfortunately, there are only speculations, but no evidences. But who can explain the tomb of Jesus in Srinagar, Kashmir? If there is a tomb, then Jesus must have…

Dr Varghese Kurien: The pioneer of milk revolution and creator of Amul

Have you seen Director Shyam Benegal’s movie – Manthan? The 70’s movie was highly inspired by works of Dr Varghese Kurien who started the billion-liter idea and worked for progress of milk farmers in Gujarat. It was his contribution and efforts that made India a largest producer of milk all over the world. No one…

The forgotten heroes of Rezang la battle : 1962 Indo-China war

Saragarhi, Kondana, Ladakh, Kargil, Galwan…The list is endless. Some battles were fought for forts, some for nation and some for honor. Every time a battle took place, blood spilled on both sides. The 1962 Indo-China is a horrifying reminder of carnage. The Rezang la battle of 18th November 1962 claimed lives of several Indian soldiers…

The Phantom Rickshaw – A supernatural short story by Rudyard Kipling

Based on a true spooky story happened in Shimla. Rudyard Kipling penned a horror story about a female apparition haunting the streets of Shimla

Legend of Jim Corbett (25 July 1875- 19 April 1955)

Nowadays hunting has become illegal. Ages back, hunting was favorite pastime and adventurous sport for Maharajas, Britishers and professional hunters. During the pre-independence time, tigers were large in population compared to today’s time. Tigers are getting lesser day by day. They are on the verge of extinction. One British hunter championed for the conservation of…