Stories

Mother's Day originated in the early 20th century in the United States, with the first official celebration on May 12, 1908, in Grafton, West Virginia, organized by Anna Jarvis to honor her mother, Ann Jarvis. Ann, a Civil War pacifist, founded Mother's Day Work Clubs to aid soldiers. Anna's campaign to establish Mother's Day as a national holiday gained acceptance in 1914. Today, it is celebrated as a day dedicated...

Kerala is much famed for its rich culture and traditions! As the Keralans are welcoming their harvest festival Onam, the backwaters of the state are all set for the Snake Boat Race or Vallamkali. The snake boat races are a notable feature of the state and a source of pride and communal unity for the people of the backwaters! The history of Kerala's snake boat races which are usually held...

Are you looking out for a perfect Kasavu Saree to commemorate this Onam? Well, here are the traditional sarees fabricated from the handloom village of Thiruvananthapuram, Balaramapuram. Located 15 km away from the city center, the village has numerous units that produce this prestigious Kerala cotton. The sarees and mundus produced here are renowned for their softness and are characterized by their gold-plated silver saree borders, commonly known as Kasavu....

Handicrafts and souvenirs have a long and fascinating history. In fact, they represent the culture and rich heritage of a locale. Showcasing the craftsmanship of Kerala, the Nettur Petti or Aada Petti is an exquisite piece of art used to keep ornaments and other valuables in a majestic way. This petti (box) receives its name from the village of Nettur in the Kozhikode district of Kerala, where the art is...