Pepper is a flowering vine that is grown for its peppercorns. Native to the Malabar Coast in India, Pepper is the most commonly traded spice in the world and is ubiquitous in cuisines all over the world. Apart from its unique spicy flavour, pepper also has multiple other uses. Some of them are:

By Srinidhi Murthy As part of our ongoing series, read about some more Nobel Laureates with Indian origins, whose Indian roots, education or heritage have helped them earn international acclaim.   Har Gobind Khorana   Born in 1922, in Raipur village in Multan, Punjab (present-day Pakistan), Har Gobind Khorana was the youngest among his four siblings. His […]

By Srinidhi Murthy  Indian thinkers, artists and academics have been making the country proud on a global level throughout contemporary times. In the second part of our series on Nobel Laureates with Indian origins, read about some more famous figures whose origins, experience, and education in India contributed to their journey in achieving the Nobel […]

Curry leaves, commonly known as kadipatta are native to India. These aromatic leaves are a staple in most Indian cuisines and are used extensively to flavour foods, especially in the form of a tadka. However, curry leaves are also used outside the kitchen. Here’s how:

By Sinchana Shetty  During the summer season, when the craving for ice cream is higher than the temperature, some go for the classic Gadbad Ice Cream. Popularised in Mangalore, packaged versions of this ice cream can now be found in every store. But do you know how this iconic ice cream came to be? It […]

Wetlands are crucial to the survival of our planet. Read on to know how and why they're so important.

Dance is an joyful and integral part of Indian culture. Read on to know about some legendary dancers who have received international recognition due to their talent, creativity and innovation.

Read about Rani Sethu Lakshmi Bayi, the queen from the Travancore dynasty who championed women empowerment and worked for social reforms.