Category: Indian Village Life
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Genhu Katani:The Joy of the Wheat Harvest
I grew up in a small village in rural Bihar. Every year, in the month of April-May, we would celebrate Genhu Katani, the cutting of the wheat crops. This was a time of great joy and excitement for the entire village. The wheat harvest was a major source of income for our village, and it […]
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My tryst with Raj Comics: A Childhood Treasure
I grew up in rural Bihar in the 1990s, and Raj Comics were a big part of my childhood. I would always look forward to getting a new comic book, and I would spend hours reading them. My favorite characters were Nagraj, Super Commando Dhruva, and Doga. Nagraj was a snake-man with superpowers, Super Commando […]
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Malgudi Days: A Window into My Childhood
Malgudi Days is a classic Indian television series that was first aired in 1986. The series is based on the short stories of R.K. Narayan, and it tells the story of a fictional town called Malgudi. The series is set in the 1930s, and it captures the simple life of the people who live in […]
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Gilli Danda: A Game That Taught Me About Teamwork, Sportsmanship, and Perseverance
Gilli Danda is a traditional Indian game that is played with two sticks. The game is popular in rural areas of India, and it is a great way for kids to get exercise and have fun. I grew up in rural Bihar in the 1990s, and Gilli Danda was one of my favorite games. We […]
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My Memories of the Mango Garden
I grew up in a remote village in Bihar in the 90s. It was a time of great poverty and hardship. We didn’t have electricity or running water, and we had to walk miles to get to school. But despite the challenges, I had a happy childhood. One of my favorite places to play was […]
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The Ramayana TV Series: A Story of Love, Loss, Redemption, and Triumph
The Ramayana is an Indian epic poem that tells the story of Rama, a prince who is exiled from his kingdom and then goes on to fight a war to win back his throne. The poem is one of the most important texts in Hinduism, and it has been told and retold in many different […]
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A Trip Down Memory Lane: The Best 90s Shows on Doordarshan
Doordarshan, India’s state-owned television network, has had a long and storied history of broadcasting some of the most iconic and beloved shows in the country’s television history. In the 90s, it was the primary source of entertainment for many Indian households, and it was during this decade that some of the most memorable and impactful […]
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The colour of Diwali: reminisces from my childhood
Growing up in a small village in Bihar, Diwali was always a special time of year for me. It was a time when the whole community came together to celebrate the victory of good over evil and to honor the goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity and wealth. One of the things I remember most […]
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How to grow Mushroom at home?
Mushrooms can be cultivated at home using a few simple steps: Select a suitable location: Choose a location in your home that has access to water, electricity, and a controlled environment, such as a basement or garage. The location should also be free from drafts and pests. Purchase mushroom spawn and growing medium: Purchase mushroom […]
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The Pleasure in small things- Reading “Poos ki raat”
Poos ki raat ( The night of December) is a short story written by Munshi Premchand. The story is about a simple farmer ” Halku” who is burdened with the lended money and is trying very hard to live a normal life. He has a small patch of land in which he does farming. It […]