Design
The clever trick Indian Railways uses to prevent fan theft!
Stealing a ceiling fan from an Indian Railways coach is hardly worth the effort, thanks to a clever anti-theft measure
Murali Duggineni
November 4, 2026
Murali Duggineni
Storyteller, Quizzer, Marcom Pro.
Murali Duggineni
Storyteller, Quizzer, Marcom Pro.
My Book
My first book
“EtymagIQ India”
kicks off with a flying start
I’m thrilled to share that my first book, EtymagIQ India (Etymagic India), had a blazing start, captivating readers from all walks of life. The overwhelming response from casual ones and homemakers to students, professionals, and seasoned quizzers has been heartwarming!
The book sold out within months, reaffirming my belief that quality content always finds its audience. I’m grateful for all the appreciation I have received, and considering a reprint soon.
For more about EtymagIQ India, visit -> https://tinyurl.com/etyfaqs where I’ve addressed common FAQs.
If you’ve read the book, please take a moment to leave a review here https://amzn.eu/d/8nbrJ5R.
Your honest feedback helps me as I focus on my next book.
Stories
My Stories
Etymology
The nymph who lost her voice but gave us an echo
The word echo refers to the repetition or reflection of sound when sound waves bounce off a surface and return
Murali Duggineni
November 3, 2026
BackStory
Why do some people wear a semicolon tattoo?
A small punctuation mark has become a powerful symbol of hope, and the decision to keep living. It is the
Murali Duggineni
November 2, 2026
Art & Culture
Zen: the art of finding peace within
A student once asked his master, “What is Zen?” The master smiled, poured tea into a cup, and continued pouring
Murali Duggineni
November 1, 2026
Miscellaneous
Why do some countries change their clocks twice a year?
On Sunday, November 1, 2026, many Americans woke up an hour later than usual—or, more precisely, enjoyed an extra hour
Murali Duggineni
October 31, 2026
Science
How car airbags deploy in a split second
Airbags protect occupants by inflating in a fraction of a second during a serious crash. The system does not react
Murali Duggineni
October 25, 2026
Etymology
Why is social discrimination called stigma?
The word stigma refers to a mark of shame, disgrace or social disapproval associated with a person, group or condition.
Murali Duggineni
October 24, 2026
Science
What are biomes? Understanding earth’s natural habitats
Why do towering trees thrive in some parts of the world, while cacti survive in others? Why are certain regions
Murali Duggineni
October 19, 2026
Science
Why do we measure engine power in horsepower?
A car engine rated at 100 HP and a railway locomotive rated at 6,000 HP have something in common: both
Murali Duggineni
October 18, 2026
Youtube
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