You may know the northern Indian state called Punjab. In its capital, Chandigarh, there is a famous university called Panjab University. Did you notice something strange? Punjab is spelled with a “u”, but Panjab University uses an “a”! Is it a spelling mistake? Not at all. That tiny letter hides a big story of Partition, loss, and rebuilding. What Does Punjab Mean? The name Punjab comes from two words - Panch and Ap. In Sanskrit, panch means five and ap means rivers. With the

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Reading plays an important role in a child’s intellectual, emotional and language development. A regular reading habit can improve vocabulary, comprehension, general knowledge, imagination and curiosity while helping children discover the world beyond their textbooks. In a time when children spend more hours with phones, tablets, television and short-form videos, a monthly children’s magazine can give them a refreshing break from screens. Receiving a new magazine every month

Recently, the news carried a sad story about famous Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja, who died in an avalanche while climbing Broad Peak in Pakistan. High in the mountains, everything can look quiet and peaceful. Then, in just a few moments, a huge mass of snow can suddenly rush downhill. How can snow that looks so soft become so dangerous? When Snow Starts to Slide An avalanche happens when a large amount of snow suddenly slides down a mountain. Snow often builds up in layers

You step onto a metro train, a bus, or walk into almost any public place. Everywhere, you see the same sight: young heads bent down, eyes glued to their screens. Here’s a small dare: just take a quick look at what they are watching. More often than not, you’ll see one short video after another, endlessly scrolling every few seconds. Of course, there is a positive side to short-form content. If those videos contain real, valuable information that helps us learn something or im

A car may have 100 horsepower, 200 horsepower, or even more. But wait a minute... are hundreds of horses hiding under the bonnet? Of course not! So why do we still use the word horse to measure the power of an engine? The answer takes us back to a time when horses did many of the hardest jobs. When Horses Did the Heavy Work Long before cars and tractors, horses pulled carts, carried heavy loads, and helped people on farms. In coal mines, they also helped move heavy things. Th

Imagine going to a restaurant, and the waiter puts a packaged water bottle in front of you instead of water in a glass or a jug. Without you ever asking, you will be billed extra for that bottle. Finish reading this story, and next time you can confidently ask for free drinking water.

A crispy little puri. A spoonful of filling. A splash of spicy, tangy water. Then, pop! The whole thing goes into your mouth at once. Pani puri is loved across India, but here is a tasty mystery: who made the very first one? The answer is not as simple as you may think. Where Did It Begin? No one knows for sure who invented pani puri. Some stories take us back to Magadha, an ancient kingdom in the area we now call Bihar. People there may have eaten a snack called phulki, made

Milk looks quiet when you place it on the stove. But as it gets hotter, a little drama begins inside the vessel. A thin layer forms on top, bubbles grow underneath it, and suddenly the milk rushes upward and spills over! But why does milk do this while plain water usually does not? A Tiny Lid on Top Milk contains mostly water, but it also has proteins and fat. When milk gets hot, some of its water changes into steam. At the same time, heat changes the proteins, while fat and

Have you ever looked out of a train window and noticed thousands of small stones under the railway track? Why put stones there at all? Sahith got the same doubt. He kept thinking and slept off. In the dream, the train started speaking, and said… A Strong Bed for the Track These stones are called ballast. They are placed under and around the sleepers - the long pieces that hold the two rails in place. When a heavy train passes, its weight pushes down strongly on the track. Bal

After the flag hoisting ceremony at school, Sahith was invited onto the stage to give a speech about the history of 15 August. Sahith greeted everyone and began: “Respected teachers and my dear friends, Today, we proudly celebrate India’s Independence Day. We know that the British ruled India for around 200 years and that many great national leaders fought courageously to free our country from colonial rule. But have you ever wondered why India became independent specifically

A smile can brighten a face. Sometimes, it also creates a tiny hollow on the cheek. We call it a dimple. Many people think dimples look cute, but would you believe that they begin with a small difference in the way the face develops?

His birthday is celebrated as a special festival across India. He organised one of the world's oldest collections of knowledge so people could learn it more easily. He was also the biological father of three famous brothers who changed the course of Indian history. Yet, most people know him by another name. Can you guess who he is? What Does His Name Mean? His first name, Krishna, means "dark" and refers to his dark complexion. Dvaipayana means "the one born on an island," be

Right now, millions of people around the world are watching the FIFA World Cup 2026. Players from 48 countries are running, passing and scoring amazing goals. But have you ever wondered where the football they are kicking was made? The answer might surprise you! A Small City with a Big Job The official FIFA World Cup 2026 match ball is made in a city called Sialkot in Pakistan. Even though cricket is Pakistan's most popular sport, Sialkot is famous around the world for making

This story was submitted by our reader Santhoshi. K. A, 8th class, Govt Model Girls High School, Namakkal, Tamilnadu One evening, Aarav sat on the terrace with his father. The stars shone brightly above them. “Dad,” he asked, “what is quantum physics?” His father smiled. “It is the story of how scientists discovered that the tiny world is stranger than they ever imagined.” A Strange Discovery In the late 1800s and early 1900s, scientists thought they understood almost everyth

One evening, Sumedha was teaching her brother Vighnu the days of the week. Suddenly, a big question popped into her mind: Why are the days called Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday? Why not something else? Curious, she decided to ask her scientist uncle. Names Fixed Thousands of Years Ago Her uncle chuckled and said, “Great question, Sumedha! These names were created thousands of years ago.” He explained that the naming of the days was influenced by ancient civilizations, especially

On a hot summer day, the ceiling fan whirrs, creating a cool air that makes us feel at ease as we work. However, if you observe the fan closely, you may notice its peculiar direction. Is it a random occurrence, or is there a scientific explanation? The answer lies in a simple principle hidden within a common machine

This story was published in January edition of Yaksha Prashna magazine. Know more. If you think this story is about the end of Naxalism by 31 st March 2026, a target set by Government of India, then you are wrong, this is about the goddess of tooth - Danteshwari. Why are some holy places linked to body parts? In India, many holy places are connected to different parts of the human body. These places are called Shakti Peethas. There is an ancient story behind these Shakti Pee

In Hyderabad, a special time of the year comes when the smell of hot and tasty Haleem is in the air. Many people wait for it with a lot of excitement. But did you know something interesting? Every year, this wait becomes shorter by about ten days. Let us find out why this happens.

This is a story from Feb 2026 edition of Yaksha Prashna magazine. Know more When we hear the words “Independence Day,” we usually think of August 15. But did you know that in some parts of India, people celebrate another kind of independence day that goes back nearly 2000 years? It is connected to a festival called Ugadi. This story takes us into ancient India, when brave native kings fought against foreign rulers and began a new era. Let us travel back in time and discover h