“Honesty is the best policy.” Almost every child remembers this phrase by heart, likely because parents constantly remind children that telling the truth is one of the most important values in life. However, there are times when children should know that lying can save them from ugly situations. When it comes to safety, children need…
Centuries-old painted stories on walls and ceilings, like those at India’s Lepakshi temple, offer a visual narrative akin to ancient cinema. These well-preserved Vijayanagara-era panels depict epic tales, including Manu Needhi Cholan’s justice, Arjuna winning Draupadi’s hand, his penance for the Pashupata weapon, and an intimate scene of Shiva and Parvati playing dice, captivating viewers…
A hood, a split-second pause, and a question that usually follows: “Was that a cobra?” That’s often how encounters begin in India – with doubt that quickly turns into distance being created. The Indian cobra is so familiar in name that people assume they know it well. The reality is a little more layered and…
Image Credit: Instagram/ himachal A video doing rounds on social media is the perfect example of how humans have the habit of creating garbage at the most unthinkable places! A traveller in the mountains has captured a video which shows the heartbreaking reality playing out in the Spiti Valley. The clip shows the beautiful and…
Image courtesy: Instagram/@instauncle_9 In life, there are some choices we regret. There are moments when we retrospect those choices, and think, “If only I could turn back time and change things.” However, life doesn’t work this way, and there are moments of regret. A similar thought was shared by a 70-year-old father, who took a…
What began as a crowdwork moment at a comedy show has snowballed into a much larger debate online. A viral clip from comedian Pranit More’s performance is facing backlash across social media, with many viewers arguing that the issue goes beyond an audience member’s remarks.As the clip continued to circulate, creators including Kusha Kapila and…
For many people, a saree is a piece of clothing. For founder Samiksha Khadka, one particular green saree carries a lifetime of memories. During a recent visit to the United States, she shared the story behind the heirloom and the promise she once made to her grandmother – a promise that, years later, brought tears…
“Even a hut feels like paradise when you’re with your loved one.”— Russian ProverbThere is an old Russian saying (С милым рай и в шалаше) that cuts straight through centuries of human history with a blunt, undeniable truth. It completely ignores grand gestures, real estate flexes, and luxury lifestyles. Instead, it drops a simple reality…
For years, Instagram users have been playing a frustrating game of feed chess.Want a post at the top of your profile? Too bad. Accidentally ruined your aesthetic with a random meme dump? Good luck. But after what feels like an eternity of begging, Instagram has finally delivered a feature users have wanted for years: the…
Anger often lingers after perceived slights, but spiritual leader Neem Karoli Baba offered a powerful perspective: forgiveness is the ultimate weapon. He taught that true strength lies not in retaliation, but in the ability to release anger, becoming unshakeable. This practice, though challenging, liberates individuals from the burden of grudges, fostering inner peace and resilience….