Storyteller, Quizzer, Marcom Pro.
Storyteller, Quizzer, Marcom Pro.
The Kovil idli served at the Varadaraja Perumal Temple in Kanchipuram is steeped in ritual, flavor, and history. Unlike the soft, fluffy idlis found across South India, this temple version—also known as Kanchipuram idli—is larger, firmer, and richly spiced. It…
Kolhapuri chappals are handcrafted leather sandals known for their intricate design and rich cultural heritage. Originating from Kolhapur, Maharashtra, their history dates back to the 12th and 13th centuries, when regional rulers such as King Bijjala and his prime minister…
The phrase “Beware of Greeks bearing gifts” is a cautionary expression that advises skepticism when receiving unexpected generosity, especially from a known adversary. It suggests that such gifts may conceal harmful intentions and urges the recipient to look beyond appearances.…
The idiom “writing on the wall” refers to a warning sign or a clear indication that something bad is about to happen. It originates from a dramatic episode in the Book of Daniel in the Hebrew Bible. Around 539 BCE,…
In the early 19th century, scientists discovered that when a block of quicklime (calcium oxide) was heated in an oxy-hydrogen flame (a flame produced by burning hydrogen in oxygen), it produced an intense white light. This phenomenon, known as limelight…
The phrase “canary in a coal mine” refers to an early warning signal of danger. It originates from the mining practices of the early 20th century, particularly in Britain and the United States. Coal miners would carry small yellow canaries…
The phrase “Doubting Thomas” refers to someone who is skeptical and refuses to believe something without direct evidence. The origin lies in the Bible, in the Gospel of John. After Jesus’s resurrection, he appeared to his disciples. Thomas, one of…
The storm petrel, also known as stormy petrel, is a small seabird known for its fluttering flight close to the ocean’s surface. It belongs to the family Hydrobatidae (those who walk on water) and is often spotted in the open…
Behind every Rolls-Royce seat lies a secret stitched in silence: premium leather sourced from bulls bred for perfection! Rolls-Royce is known for luxury, and that includes the leather used in its seats. The company sources its leather from a special…
Pulasa, often referred to as hilsa, is a prized seasonal fish found in the Godavari River near Rajahmundry during the monsoon. In Telugu, it is called pulasa, while in Bengali it is known as ilish, and in Odia as ilishii.…