Kashmiri Kahwa is a tea seeped in history and tradition, a drink that embodies the rich culture of Kashmir. Each sip of Kahwa is a nod to the region's rich heritage, a celebration of its history and tradition, and a taste of its long-standing cultural legacy.

There is no doubt that Indian mythology is rich in narratives, and ancient writings contain a variety of legends about the origins of everything that God or nature has given to us. One such is the tale that tells the history as to why and how women were "cursed" to experience monthly periods, ultimately leading to societal taboos surrounding menstruation.

Kheer Bhawani is a unique septagonal spring dedicated to Goddess Kheer Bhawani that flows from west (head) to east (feet). The holy spring is said to change colour with varied colors of red, pink, orange, green, blue, and white, as observed by the people. The spring water's black hue is thought to be unlucky.

Serolsar Lake is located in a secluded section of the Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh. The distance from Jalori Pass, which is 11,500 feet above sea level, to this lake is around five kilometers. There is a famous Buddhi Naagin temple next to the lake. By clearing waste from the lake as soon as it enters the water, a sparrow that the locals refer to as 'Aabhi' keeps it clean. Visitors from other countries and tourists are astonished by Aabhi's act of cleaning the lake. Here is the story of this feathered friend of the lake, Aabhi, and why it feels responsible for keeping the lake clean.

Caste has been pre-dominant in Indian society. However, when we do hear about the caste system, we automatically think about the varna system existing in Hinduism. What one does not know about is the penetration of the same system in various religions, including Sikhism.

Himachal Pradesh is well-known for its thousands of 'Devi Devtas.' A number of stunning temples can be found in Kullu, one of Himachal Pradesh's districts, that are located away from the bustle of the city in scenic settings. One such temple in the Kullu district is the Serolsar temple, which is well-known for the stunning Serolsar lake but whose mystery and story are largely unknown.

Mahishasura, a buffalo-headed creature that served as the demon king of Mysore, ruled over that city. As a result, this location was given the name Mahishuru, the city of the demon Mahisha. The Goddess Chamundeshwari, whose temple is located atop the Chamundi Hills, destroyed the demon. Mahishuru then changed its name to Mahisuru and then, finally, to Maisuru, which is how it is known now in Kannada. The name is pronounced Mysore in English.

In the Indus age, the men and women were part of an internally differentiated, structurally specialized social system. Gender played a huge difference in the way they participated in their socio-cultural system. There isn't a lot that is known about this aspect of the Indus age, but there are numerous significant observations that can be made. The figurines and cemetery R-37 at Harappa provided the most crucial information. The magnificent corpus of figurines from Mehrgarh extends time and depth to this study enabling us to transition from the Indus Civilization to the Indus Age.

The bikini was a hot topic of debate even before music composer Yashraj Mukhate's "Biggini shoot" went viral online. This minimal article of clothing has raised eyebrows and spurred discussions on moral, social, and political issues. Nevertheless, the bikini has caused quite a stir and revolutionized the fashion and entertainment industries.

Rogan Josh is a beautiful red, complex-flavored lamb curry dish that’s a staple in Kashmiri cuisine. Although it is more closely associated with the Kashmir region of India, this aromatic lamb curry has its roots elsewhere.