In North India, where I grew up, the day belonged to tea. Tea was everywhere — at railway platforms, at roadside dhabas, and simmering endlessly in kitchen kettles. Chai was comfort, convenience, and community. Coffee, on the other hand, was a stranger — a luxury that appeared rarely, almost ceremoniously. At home, coffee was not…
Category: Blogchatter
Blogchatter is a community of bloggers founded for better blogging. It provides a platform for bloggers to showcase their writing skills and connect with fellow bloggers. The community organizes several blogging challenges throughout the year to help bloggers improve their writing and networking skills. One of the most significant events organized by Blogchatter is the A to Z Challenge. Their every activity is for promoting better blogging and bloggers. They started India’s first Ebook carnival and turned bloggers into authors. Their every move is for the betterment of the blogging community. I have really grown as a blogger after becoming a part of the community.
I Didn’t Outgrow the Dream, I Tailored It
I Didn’t Outgrow the Dream, I Tailored It Dreams are rarely abandoned. They don’t wither away; they evolve. Sometimes they wait patiently in the wings until life calls them back onto the stage. I didn’t outgrow my dream—I tailored it, again and again, each time to fit the season of my life. My story begins…
What Happens When Technology Stops Forever? A Dystopian Story
I once dreamt of a town where every machine fell silent—phones, cars, even clocks. What unfolded there still lingers with me, a reminder of how deeply technology shapes our lives…… #ReadMore The Town Where Machines Went Silent It is not marked on any map. Travellers stumble upon it only when their devices die in unison—phones,…
Things I’ve Kept Forever: A Personal Ode to World Environment Day
World Environment Day reminds us to reduce, reuse, and recycle every year. But for me, it’s more than just a slogan—it’s a quiet practice of love, memory, and sustainability. Looking around my home, I realise that my contribution to the planet hasn’t always been loud or revolutionary. Instead, it has been layered into everyday life…
Summer Vacations – Cherished Memories!
When I think of summer vacations, my mind instantly travels back to those golden days of childhood—days spent at my dadi or nani’s house, surrounded by laughter, love, and the comforting aroma of home-cooked meals. For many of us, summer vacations with grandparents are not just a tradition, but a treasure trove of memories that…
Proud Indian: More Than Just a Feeling, It’s in Our Blood
There’s a strange tug in the heart when we hear the national anthem. A sudden stillness. A lump in the throat. Goosebumps. That’s not patriotism on display. That’s something deeper. That’s identity. That’s soul. That’s what it means to be a Proud Indian. Let’s take a journey through the soul of India! The Soldier Who…
Zero: India’s Greatest Contribution to the World
When we think of the most groundbreaking innovations in human history, the invention of zero surely tops the list. It’s hard to imagine mathematics, science, technology, or modern life itself without the concept of zero. And yet, this humble but mighty number traces its origins back to ancient India, where brilliant minds laid the…
Yatras Beyond the Char Dham: Spiritual Journeys in India That Remain Lesser-Known
When we think of spiritual yatras (pilgrimages) in India, the Char Dham—Badrinath, Dwarka, Puri, and Rameshwaram—immediately come to mind. These sites have immense religious significance and are etched into the cultural consciousness of India. However, India’s spiritual map is much richer and deeper, filled with lesser-known yatras that offer profound experiences of faith, culture, and…
Xenophobia in Indian History – How Indian Culture Has Always Embraced Diversity Despite Challenges
When we think about xenophobia in Indian history, it’s tempting to assume that ancient India must have fiercely guarded its borders and culture. But the real story is far richer and more welcoming. From traders on the Silk Route to scholars from Greece, Persia, and China, India opened its doors—and its heart—to countless cultures. Through…
Water Conservation & Stepwells of India: Ancient Sustainability Solutions
India’s relationship with water has been sacred and scientific for centuries. At a time when much of the modern world had rudimentary water systems, India’s ancestors built intricate, sustainable water structures called Stepwells (locally known as Baolis or Vavs). Today, as we grapple with water scarcity, these marvels stand as timeless lessons in conservation, community…