Faith
The Pandavas have spent 12 years in the forest and another year in disguise. Now it is time for them to claim their rightful share of the kingdom. But Duryodhana is determined that the Pandavas should not get even an inch of land to call their own. Yet, Yudhishthira is reluctant to wage war against his cousins. So he requests Krishna to go to the Kauravas as a messenger of the Pandavas, and to negotiate on their behalf. Krishna stays with Vidura and then goes to the Kaurava court. When Krishna
Faith
Yasoda had warned Krishna to keep away from butter, but Krishna did not pay heed. So, Yasoda wanted to teach Him a lesson. She decided to tie Him up to the mortar. But no matter how many pieces of rope she put together, she could not tie Him. Finally, Krishna made it possible for her. The rope suddenly became the right length to tie Him. Yasoda did not wonder about this, for Krishna made her forget the details. He can show His Paratva when He pleases and just as quickly, hide it through His
History & Culture
A walk to mark the 88th year of inauguration of Vizagapatnam Harbour
Nivedita Ganguly December 19 marks the 88th year of the inauguration of Vizagapatnam harbour. History chronicler Jayshree Hatangadi will narrate the events of the day with rare maps and photographs
antiques
Kochi
Unearthed debris throws light on Kochi’s colonial past
PRIYADERSHINI S Fancy a local antiques roadshow? Meet the history enthusiasts rummaging through debris, unearthed as part of public works, to collect objects that throw light on Kochi’s past