Storyteller, Quizzer, Marcom Pro.
Storyteller, Quizzer, Marcom Pro.
In 1914, as the First World War raged, the British Empire needed more than rifles and rations: it needed soldiers. Over a million Indian soldiers were called to serve in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. But a deep cultural…
The Bobbili Veena is a musical instrument from Andhra Pradesh, prized for its rich tonal depth and craftsmanship. Its origins trace to the 17th century in the town of Bobbili, where the royal family, particularly under Pedda Rayudu, nurtured Carnatic music and veena-making,…
Filigree refers to delicate ornamental work made with fine wires of gold, silver, or other metals, twisted or curled into intricate patterns. It is used in jewelry, decorative objects, and architectural details, and can also describe anything resembling such lacy…
Tholu Bommalata, literally “leather puppet show” when translated from Telugu, is a centuries-old shadow puppetry tradition from Andhra Pradesh. Believed to have originated during the Satavahana period and flourishing under the Vijayanagara empire, it served as a powerful medium for…
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 Jeep was born out of urgency during World War II. In 1940, the U.S. Army needed a lightweight, four-wheel-drive vehicle that could handle rough terrain. They sent the specifications to 135 companies. They just gave only 49 days for…
Varahi Ghat in Varanasi is named after Goddess Varahi, one of the Sapta Matrikas or seven mother goddesses in Hindu tradition, often depicted with the face of a boar. The ghat derives its identity from the Sri Varahi Devi Temple…
The term “blue blood” refers to someone of noble birth or aristocratic lineage and has a well-documented origin. Although commonly associated with British royalty, it first emerged in medieval Spain, where it was used to describe the pure-blooded nobility, especially…