India - Murali Duggineni

Madhubani Art: How a British officer’s discovery brought it to global attention

Madhubani art, literally ‘forest of honey,’ derives its name from the Madhubani district of Bihar. The region was once known for its

Many Indians refer to their breakfast or evening snack as ‘tiffin.’ However, did you know this word originally meant a ‘light midday

Kumbhakonam is a small town in Tamil Nadu, known for its temples and cultural heritage. Unfortunately, in languages such as Telugu and

A visit to Tirumala for the darshan of Lord Venkateswara feels incomplete without bringing home the iconic prasadam, the ‘Tirupati Laddu.’ This

The Cotton Corporation of India (CCI), based in Bhatinda, Punjab, supplies a special type of soft fiber called J-34 to Buxar Jail

In a sleepy village called Madrasapatnam, which later would become Madras and then Chennai, a unique fabric emerged in the 16th century.

The Cheeta Fight brand of safety matches features a striking image of a man wielding a sickle, engaged in a fierce battle

Presenting the India Etymology Quiz #2. Here are six questions from my book EtymagIQ India. Take a shot and post your answers

The inspiring story of the popular stationery brand Camlin, and the Dandekars who built it.

You don’t have to be a seasoned quizzer to take a quiz. I’ve always believed that a good quiz should encourage the