Real Music Lover When Passion Overrules Fear: A Tale of True Devotion What would you risk for something you love—your time, your comfort, or perhaps even your life? In the heart of Kerala, a land known for its rich cultural heritage and reverence for the arts, a timeless tale unfolds—a story that elevates the meaning […]Read More
The Cost of Pleasing Everyone: A Timeless Tale of Wisdom and Folly -Trushti Dand Have you ever changed your decision just because someone else disapproved—only to regret it later? The story of Father, Son, and Donkey is a seemingly simple folktale that reveals profound truths about human behaviour, decision-making, societal pressures, and the consequences of […]Read More
-Arushi Kastwar Sir Chettur Sankaran Nair CIE was not only a giant legal mind but also an unflinching statesman who contributed substantially to India’s constitutional and political growth in the early 20th century. His life and times are characterized by a unique combination of judicial acumen, patriotic passion, and unshakeable courage in the face of […]Read More
-Arushi Kastwar In the still town of Jejuri, nestled among Maharashtra’s Sahyadri hills, there’s a temple more than just a stone and historical monument—it is a temple that shines with living color, true devotion, and centuries of tradition. The Khandoba Temple of Jejuri is no mere religious pilgrimage site—it’s a spectacle of faith. Veiled in […]Read More
-Arushi Kastwar Deep in the heart of Chhattisgarh is a spiritual hill resonating with mystique, ecological abundance, and cultural heritage that has been passed down through generations—Madheshwar Pahad. Usually overshadowed by more touristy destinations, Madheshwar Pahad is still one of the state’s most underappreciated gems, providing a soulful retreat into nature, history, and heritage. As […]Read More
“Sarfaroshi ki tamanna ab hamare dil mein hai, dekhna hai zor kitna baazu-e-qatil mein hai.” These famous words by Ram Prasad Bismil have resonated over generations, capturing the spirit of revolution for a people aspiring for freedom. Though most recall the military rebellions, satyagrahas, and political talks that characterized India’s independence movement, a more silent […]Read More
-Trushti Dand What happens when innocent trust is met with cruelty—and can silent dignity hold more power than immediate retaliation? The story Elephant and the Tailor might appear to be a brief and amusing anecdote from folklore, but it carries within its simplicity a layered narrative of moral depth, cultural reflection, and emotional intelligence that […]Read More
-Trushti Dand Can brilliance in craftsmanship mask a cunning mind—and how does a society judge skill when it’s used to deceive rather than to create? The story A Resourceful Goldsmith may, at first glance, appear to be a simple tale of theft cloaked in cleverness, but beneath its surface flows a rich current of socio-economic […]Read More
– Trushti Dand The story of Prabhakaran unfolds in the classical setting of ancient India, where the Gurukula system shaped not only a student’s intellect but also their values, character, and soul. This deeply symbolic and morally intense tale is set around a twelve-year-old boy named Prabhakaran who, like many boys of his time, stays […]Read More
During periods of political turmoil, literature becomes a weapon of protest. Nowhere is this clearer than in the Progressive Writers’ Movement (PWM) of India, a literary movement that started in the 1930s. Spurred by Marxist philosophy, anti-imperialist sentiment, and the international socialist tide sweeping over the world, the PWM brought together writers of poetry, fiction, […]Read More