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King Kothi, literally “King’s Palace,” is a historic palace in Hyderabad with an interesting story. The palace was originally owned by Mr. Kamal Khan, a wealthy aristocrat, who had his initials KK engraved on the building. In fact, the letters…
The phrase “I don’t care a damn” or “I don’t give a damn” is often used when someone means to say they don’t care at all. Ever wondered how this phrase came into use? According to a popular version, the…
The Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the world’s largest mangrove forest, spanning 10,000 square kilometers in the Bay of Bengal. This dense, swampy cluster of low-lying islands—spread across India and Bangladesh—was formed by the confluence of the Ganges,…
In 1920, during the global Spanish flu pandemic, Hakeem Mohammed Moizuddin Farooqui, a skilled Unani medicine practitioner from Hyderabad, set out to create an affordable and effective remedy for the masses. Recognizing the urgent need for relief, he formulated a…
The striking white cotton saree with blue border stripes, worn by the sisters of the Missionaries of Charity, is more than just an outfit—it’s a symbol of dignity and compassion. Mother Teresa used to wear these. Today, it remains the…
The Sidi Saiyed Mosque in Ahmedabad was built between 1572-73 by Sidi Saiyed, a Habshi nobleman. Habshis are people from Abyssinia, which is modern-day Ethiopia. Long before the trade between Africa’s east coast and India’s west coast flourished, many Habshis…
The Teen Murti Bhavan in Delhi, previous known as the Flagstaff House, originally served as the residence of the Commander-in-Chief of the British Army. It was built in 1930 as part of the new imperial capital of India. Post independence,…
The name Ganesha literally means “Lord of the Ganas,” the attendants of Lord Shiva. Ganesha is also known as Vigneshwara, “the one who removes all obstacles.” It is strongly believed the blessings of Ganesha can make any human endeavor successful,…
Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh is a beautiful hill station known for its breathtaking views, snow-capped mountains, scenic valleys and serene lakes. The town is home to the Tawang Monastery, the largest monastery in India and the second-largest in the world…