Sarita Singh 
Every year during the holy month of Shravan (Sawan), millions of devotees of Lord Shiva, known as Kanwariyas, undertake one of the world’s largest annual religious pilgrimages—the Kanwar Yatra. Carrying sacred water from holy rivers such as the Ganga, devotees walk hundreds of kilometres to offer the water to Lord Shiva at temples across India. … Read more
There are places where people go to admire history. There are places where people seek peace. And then there are places where people believe they can experience the presence of the Divine itself. Across the length and breadth of India, millions of devotees undertake arduous journeys every year—crossing mountains, walking through dense forests, standing in … Read more
There are some dates in history that are remembered not because they mark the end of a war, but because they remind an entire nation of the price of freedom. July 26 is one such day. On this day in 1999, after nearly three months of relentless fighting in some of the world’s harshest mountains, … Read more
Every year on July 23, India celebrates National Broadcasting Day to mark the beginning of one of the country’s most influential communication revolutions. It was on this day in 1927 that the first organized radio broadcast was transmitted from the Bombay Station of the Indian Broadcasting Company (IBC), laying the foundation for India’s broadcasting journey. … Read more
Nestled in the heart of Madhya Pradesh, Panna is one of India’s most fascinating districts. Popularly known as the “Diamond City of India,” Panna is a place where history, nature, spirituality, and precious gemstones come together. While many travelers know Panna because of its famous diamond mines, the district offers much more than sparkling stones. … Read more
Makhana, also known as fox nuts or lotus seeds, has earned a reputation as one of the healthiest snacks in recent years. Packed with fiber, protein, antioxidants, and essential minerals, it is often promoted as a superfood that supports weight loss, heart health, and blood sugar management. From fitness enthusiasts to nutrition experts, many recommend … Read more
In the wetlands and riverbanks of Assam, where nature flourishes around the mighty Brahmaputra River, a rare bird once stood on the edge of extinction—feared, hated, and abandoned by the very people who shared its habitat. Tall, unusual-looking, and often misunderstood, the Greater Adjutant stork, locally known as the Hargila or “bone swallower,” had long … Read more
A controversial courtroom remark by India’s Chief Justice has unexpectedly sparked one of the internet’s most unusual political trends. What began as outrage over comments allegedly comparing certain individuals to “cockroaches” and “parasites” has now transformed into a viral satirical movement called the “Cockroach Janta Party” — a parody political front rapidly gaining attention across … Read more
For centuries, India was not merely invaded for its gold, spices, or diamonds. It was also systematically stripped of its memory. Temples were destroyed, manuscripts disappeared, idols were smuggled out, and priceless historical records slowly found their way into foreign museums and private collections. Over time, many Indians grew up seeing fragments of their own … Read more
Tribal Communities: Long before the modern world began talking about climate change, environmental conservation, and sustainable living, India’s tribal communities were already living in harmony with nature. Deep inside forests, hills, deserts, and remote valleys, tribal societies developed a way of life where rivers were treated like mothers, mountains like protectors, and forests like sacred … Read more