Tea is a staple in India. It’s a beverage we can’t live without. Morning or evening, tea is always welcome. Everyone in India, regardless of wealth, has a special bond with tea. It’s more than a drink. It’s a ritual, a celebration, and a break from our daily routines. Globally, tea is the second most…
Category: History
Surprising Fact: India Once Had Rs 10000 Rupee Note!
From Rs 10, 20, 50, 100 to 500, and until demonetization, Rs 1,000 were the common banknotes. Some of us might have seen lesser-known notes like Re.1, Rs 2, and Rs 5. After demonetization, new Rs 500 notes and a new Rs 2,000 note were introduced. But is Rs 2,000 the highest denomination the RBI…
Know Mansa Musa I of Mali, History’s Wealthiest Man
Mansa Musa I was a ruler in Africa in the 1300s. He is known as the richest man in history. Reports say that his wealth was around $400 billion. That’s right, he was a billionaire back then. Because of his wealth, he was called the ‘King of Kings’. Some people believe that money can’t bring…
BISLERI Success Story – Ramesh Chauhan | Water Brand of India
Many people in India ask for a “Bisleri” when they want a bottle of water, even if they get a different brand. Have you ever wondered how Bisleri became so successful? It’s a leader in the industry, holding 60% of the market share and is synonymous with bottled water. What was once considered a crazy…
From Zurich, Switzerland: The 150-Year-Old Hunting Trip That Shaped Our Love for Chocolate
The term ‘conche’ is key here. The conching process was a secret in Switzerland’s valleys before it became known worldwide through delicious chocolate bars. Rodolphe Lindt kept the ‘conching’ process to himself for two decades. In 1899, he sold it to another person, the chocolate maker Johann Rudolf Sprungli-Schifferli. Here is how the chocolate made…
The Journey of a Heritage Brand to a Rs 500 Crore Empire in Ayurvedic Skincare and Oral Care
“Vicco turmeric nahi cosmetic. Vicco turmeric Ayurvedic cream. keel muhaason ko jad se mitaye. Haldi Chandan ke gun isme samaye. Tvacha ko raksha Kare Ayurvedic cream, Vicco turmeric Ayurvedic cream.” If you sang those lines, you’re truly a legend! The unforgettable jingles from Vicco are still fresh in our minds. From Vicco Turmeric cream to…
The Reason Behind Mahatma Gandhi’s Photo on Every Indian Currency Note
Famous photographers such as Henri Cartier-Bresson, Margaret Bourke-White and Max Desfor took many photos of Mahatma Gandhi. Yet, the most common image of Gandhi is the one on India’s official currency notes. You might think that Gandhi’s picture would have been on the national currency right after India became independent in 1947, since he is…
Shivratan Agarwal: The 8th Grade Pass Behind a Rs 13,000 Cr Empire
Shivratan Agarwal is the founder and director of Bikaji. He only studied until the 8th grade. Bikaji is a well-known brand in India. They make bhujia, namkeen, sweets, papad, and other snacks. Agarwal’s success shows how experience and determination can lead to success in business. Bikaji is an Indian snack company. They started exporting to…
The Journey of Bikanervala: From a Small Bikaner Shop to a Million-Dollar Enterprise
Some people start with nothing and end up very successful. The Bikanervala family is one such example. They began from scratch and built a successful business. Bikanervala, a well-known brand, started as a small shop in Bikaner. Now, it’s one of the top snack companies in the country. This success story is truly…
8 Immortals of Hindu Mythology & their Significance
Hindu mythology is full of fascinating tales, many of which come from the numerous sacred texts in Hinduism. It’s likely that you’ve heard at least one of these epic stories, and perhaps you’ve come across a character. Immortal is also known as a Chiranjeevi. These are beings who have been blessed with eternal life. While…