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Why Mother's Day?

The story of Mother's Day. And of Ann Jarvis, who started it. Read on ...

Letter from a Daughter to a Mother

Mothers make everything simple, says Soumya Balakrishnan Read on ...

Do you remember any of the songs that your mother or grandma sang to make sure you slept well? Songs that were sung to them when they were children? Here are some lullabies from Assam and Andhra Pradesh. Read on ...

A Monster in Tokyo

The calm of a May evening was shattered by a radio announcer's scared tone... Read on ...

Chintu Pintu Talk on the Net

:-) Since these two friends learnt a new code language, they have been having a great time on the e-mail. Check out their new cyber language and impress your friends. :-D Read on ...

The Emperor and Hawai Elephant

The elephant was in a wild mood, but Mughal emperor Akbar was determined to ride him on the polo ground.... Read on ...

From Cave Drawings to Floor Drawings

It is like a join-the dots game. But it is more than that. Every morning women in south India make the kolam or floor drawing. It is a way of seeking good luck. During the day people walk over it and it fades, like the setting sun. The next day, with a fresh sunrise, a new kolam is born. Read on ...

A Salty Life

Did you know that in ancient times, Roman soldiers were paid their salary in salt? And did you know that in India, more than 2000 years ago, only the ruler could make salt? That more than 700 years ago, salt was used as money in Tibet? Read on to know more.... Read on ...

The Earth Drum

Cut a tree, scoop out the inside and cover it on top -- this was one of the earliest drums. Read on ...

Viswanathan Anand - The Lightning Kid

Viswanathan Anand. A world-class chess champion who was given the name of Lightning Kid because of the speed with which he played. But how are world class champions like Vishy born? Read on ...