How Cybercriminals Get Your Phone Number
How cybercriminals get your phone number is a question many people ask after receiving a suspicious call. A scammer may pretend to be a bank employee and ask for your OTP, KYC details, or card information. But how did the scammer get your number in the…
Jyotish Gemstone: Natural Stone vs Crystal
When choosing a Jyotish gemstone, many people also come across natural stones, crystals, zodiac stones and crystal bracelets. Although these terms are often used together, they do not necessarily mean the same thing. The biggest difference is not always…
1964 Dhanushkodi Cyclone: Why Did It Happen?
The 1964 Dhanushkodi Cyclone was one of the most severe cyclones to affect the southern Indian coast. But what caused this powerful cyclone to develop and intensify so rapidly? Scientists point to a combination of atmospheric disturbance, low pressure,…
What Is a Tithi? How Tithi Is Calculated by the Sun and Moon
What is a Tithi? A Tithi is a traditional measurement based on the changing angular relationship between the Sun and Moon. It is used in the Hindu lunar calendar to determine dates such as Pratipada, Purnima, and Amavasya. Unlike a normal day, a Tithi is…
Raksha Bandhan: How a Sacred Thread Became a Symbol of Hindu–Muslim Unity
From a Brother-Sister Tradition to a Historic Symbol of Hindu–Muslim Unity During the 1905 Bengal Partition KOLKATA: Raksha Bandhan, widely known as the festival celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters, has a deeper chapter in India’s modern…
Srisailam Dam – The Giant That Turns River Water Into Power
Why Srisailam Dam remains a giant of water and hydroelectric power Deep in the Nallamala Hills, the mighty Krishna River meets one of India’s most remarkable engineering projects — Srisailam Dam. But what makes Srisailam Dam so important? Why Was…
The Floating Stones of Rameswaram – What Is the Story Behind the Stones That Appear to Float?
Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, is one of India’s most fascinating pilgrimage destinations. Along with the famous Ramanathaswamy Temple, the region is closely associated with the legendary Ram Setu, the bridge traditionally believed to have been built by…