Short Stories

The story of Karna death and Vijaya bow

Karna, the great warrior was supreme human being, yet people wonder why he did not get his due. Following story will help in understanding this. Death of Karna As Arjuna was in possession of Gandiva, Karna was also in possession of an equally strong bow called Vijaya. It was said that the person having this […]

Pongal featival

Facts on Pongal festival

Pongal is celebrated for four days The Bhogi festival, celebrated in honor of Lord Indra, the god of rain, is the first day of Pongal. Lord Indra is responsible for the abundance of harvest, thereby bringing plenty and prosperity to the land. Also referred to as  Bhogi Mantalu, on this day, it has been a tradition to clean the household.

Love story of Urvashi and Pururva

Urvashi and Pururva lived sixty thousand years together. Before coming with him, she put forth three conditions, violating which she would leave him. These three conditions were: 1. Two sheep would always remain close to her bed. If by any chance , the sheep is not there, she would return to heaven. 2. She would

Why Kite flying is done on Makar Sankranti

Believe it or not, there is a very scientific reason behind flying kites on the eve of ‘Sankranti’. In the olden times, the event of flying the kite was done in the early hours and it was believed that the exposure had health benefits. The sun’s rays was believed to help fight infections and skin

Bhishma Pitamah chose his date of death after Makar Sankranti

BHISHMA PITAMAH The death anniversary of Bhishma Pitamah is observed during Magha Shukla Ashtami. The day is known as Bhishma Ashtami and indisputably the death anniversary of Bhishma Pitamah. According to the legend associated with the day, Bhishma waited for 58 days before leaving his body. Bhishma Pitamah left his body on the auspicious day

Dulha and Batti – Lohri

The legend of Dulha Batti (our Robinhood) Lohri is celebrated in remembrance and praise of Dulha Batti. Dulha Batti was a Muslim robber who lived during the era of King Akbar. He was a robber but a good person. He would steal from the rich and distribute the wealth among the poor. He rescued girls

The mysterious Parashar lake in Mandi

Parashar Lake is a lake which gives the feeling of tranquility. This lake is available in Mandi and it is said to be a place of meditation for Sage Parashar. Incidentally Sage Parashar was the person who made Satyavati to emanate a fragrance from her body thus transforming her from Matsyagandha to Satyavati. Story behind