Category: Culture

  • Some foods are eaten.Some foods are remembered.And then there is Kozhikodan Halwa — a sweet that carries history in every glossy slice. Walk through the narrow lanes of SM Street, Kozhikode, and you’ll notice something magical. Rows of halwa, glowing in deep shades of amber, ruby, and bronze, stacked like edible jewels. This is not…

  • Some leaders are remembered for speeches.Some for positions.A rare few are remembered for calm, courage, and clarity when everything is falling apart. K. K. Shailaja Teacher belongs to that rare few. In a political world often driven by noise, she stood out for her silence—and the work that spoke through it. When fear gripped Kerala…

  • China’s Miracle Fruit is not just a fruit—it is a story of patience, science, and quiet transformation. Known to many as goji berry, this tiny red fruit has traveled from ancient Chinese medicine books to modern global supermarkets, earning its reputation as a “miracle” through consistency rather than hype. For centuries, goji berries were cultivated…

  • The relationship between the United States and Israel often appears deeper than a normal alliance. Military aid, diplomatic protection, intelligence sharing, and unwavering political support make many people believe that the U.S. treats Israel almost like part of its own state. This perception is not accidental. It is the result of long-term strategic calculation rather…

  • Reza Pahlavi is one of the most discussed yet misunderstood figures in modern Iranian politics. As the son of Iran’s last Shah, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, his name carries history, controversy, nostalgia, and resistance—all at once. Born in 1960, Reza Pahlavi was named Crown Prince during a time when Iran stood at a crossroads between modernization…

  • Kollywood superstar Vijay, fondly called “Thalapathy” by fans, has been a household name for decades. Known for his charismatic performances, box office hits, and social influence, Vijay has always had a unique connection with the public. But now, whispers in the corridors of power suggest a bold new chapter—Vijay might be entering politics. The transition…

  • When people talk about global healthcare excellence, the focus often goes to high-spending nations with advanced technology and massive hospital networks. Yet quietly, without loud branding or excessive expenditure, India—and particularly Kerala—has built a healthcare model that many countries study and admire. What makes Kerala exemplary is not wealth, but wisdom in how healthcare is…

  • In recent years, the corporate world has witnessed a curious pattern—many high-profile CEOs step down months before their companies face serious financial trouble or, in some cases, complete collapse. These exits are often framed as personal decisions or routine leadership transitions, but history suggests they are rarely coincidental. A CEO usually has access to internal…

  • On a quiet morning in Kerala, when the air still carries the smell of old books and wet earth, one can imagine a young boy sitting by himself, watching people pass by. He listens more than he speaks. He observes more than he reacts. That boy would one day grow up to become N. S.…

  • On a winter morning in Delhi, when the city is still shaking off its fog, there is a place where conversations have already begun. Not hurried, not loud—just thoughtful. This place is Jawaharlal Nehru University, fondly known as JNU. JNU does not announce itself with tall gates or flashy buildings. Instead, it reveals itself slowly—through…