Category Art & Culture

Horsley Hills and the story behind its name

Horsley Hills is a hill station in the Eastern Ghats in Annamayya district (formerly part of Chittoor district) in Andhra Pradesh. Located about 16 km from Madanapalle and 130 km from Tirupati, it stands at an elevation of around 1,290…

Can you be a meditator without practicing meditation?

When we hear the word meditator, we often imagine someone sitting cross-legged with closed eyes, chanting a mantra, or following a spiritual discipline. Jiddu Krishnamurti challenged this image completely. For him, a meditator is not someone who practices meditation. A…

The mystery behind the name “Military Hotel”

Despite the name, Military Hotels have no official connection with the armed forces. The term refers to a distinctive style of traditional South Indian eateries, especially in Karnataka, that became known for serving hearty non-vegetarian meals at a time when…

Why Argentina bears a Spanish name

Spain’s victory over Argentina in the FIFA World Cup Final highlighted an intriguing historical irony. While the two nations share deep cultural and linguistic ties, many football fans may not realize that Argentina’s very name has Spanish roots, born during…

Why is it called a “red letter day”?

We all look forward to a red letter day. It is a day of celebration, joy, or personal significance such as a wedding, graduation, promotion, or milestone achievement. But have you ever wondered why we describe such special occasions with…