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SEPTEMBER 2 , 2014
Sonali Mushahary

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Travelling in India is like a roller-coaster ride, thrilling and unforgettable. India has something to offer to every traveller: scenic beauty, beaches,
mountains, fauna, adventure sports, luxury hotels, historical monuments, a cultural treat for all the senses... The experience will leave you a little
exhausted; because in every moment, there's so much to live.
If you think you've seen everything there is to see, you couldn't be more wrong. India isn't called Incredible India for nothing. This wonderful land is
riddled with more mysteries and astonishing things than Alice or Dorothy could ever have imagined.
Sometimes uncanny and sometimes uplifting, India is full of surprises. Every corner of this wonderland has something waiting to be unraveled, just
like these:

1. Levitating Stone - Shivapur, Maharashtra


Somewhere in Pune, in a quaint little hamlet called Shivapur, lies the Hazrat Qamar Ali Darvesh that has a magical story to tell. The current shrine
was a gymnasium, 800 years ago. A Sufi saint called Qamar Ali was taunted by the wrestlers there. The saint placed a spell on the rocks that were
used for body-building. The 70 kg rock can only be lifted by 11 finger tips touching it and calling out his name loudly. Till date, the Stone of Qamar
Ali can be magically lifted by chanting his name!

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2. Land of Black Magic - Mayong, Assam


A cloak of mystery shrouds Mayong, better known as the Land Of Black Magic, a village 40 kms from Guwahati city, close to Pobitora Wildlife
Sanctuary. It is popularly believed that the name Mayong comes from the Sanskrit word for illusion, Maya. Many tales of men disappearing into
thin air, people being converted into animals, or beasts being magically tamed, have been associated with Mayong. Sorcery and magic
were traditionally practised and passed down over generations. Many ancient relics of Ayurveda and black magic are now preserved in the Mayong
Central Museum.

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3. Lake of Skeletons - Roopkund Lake, Chamoli, Uttarakhand


At a height of 16,500 feet, in the middle of the most uninhabitable part of the Himalayas lies the secluded Roopkund Lake, covered in snow and
surrounded by rock-strewn glaciers. More popularly known as Skeleton Lake or Mystery Lake, the spine-chilling attraction of this lake is the 600
odd human skeletons that were discovered here. These date back to the 9th CE and are clearly visible at the bottom of the shallow lake when the
snow melts. The locals believe that this entourage had earned the fury of the local deity, Latu, who sent a terrible hailstorm their way, which
eventually killed them.

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4. Mass Bird Suicide - Jatinga, Assam


The idyllic village of Jatinga is snugly nestled amongst the Borail Hills of Assam. Every monsoon, this scenic village witnesses an uncanny
phenomenon. Between September and October, especially during dark and foggy nights, hundreds of migratory birds fly full speed towards trees
and buildings, crashing to death. This 'mass bird suicide' was first brought to global attention by famous naturalist E.P. Gee in the 1960s. Ever since,
it has remained one of the world's unsolved mysteries.

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5. The Curious Case Of Twins - Kodinhi (Kerala) and Umri (near Allahabad)
Kodinhi, a sleepy little town tucked away in the Malappuram district of Kerala, has managed to baffle scientists across the world. In a population of
2000, Kodinhi has 350 pairs of identical twins! It has rightfully earned the title of 'Twin Town.' 6 pairs of twins in every 1000 births is considered a
high twinning rate. Kodinhi has a rate of 42 twins per 1000 births. This means, almost every family in Kodinhi has more than one pair of twins!

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Mohammedpur Umri village, near Allahabad has a similar tale to tell. With over 60 pairs of identical twins in a total population of 900, Umri's
twinning rate is 300 times the national average, and perhaps the highest in the world. Researchers believe that the cause might lie in the genes, but
for others, it is the divine hand.

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6. Get pulled uphill by magnetic force - Magnetic Hill, Ladakh


At an altitude of 11000 feet above sea level, Magnetic Hill is one of the must-see things on the way to Leh. It is known to have magnetic power that
can pull a car towards itself even when the ignition is off. It is a thrilling experience, but in reality, it is only an optical illusion caused by gravity hill.
Magnetic Hill is one of the world's recognized gravity hills.

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7. Home to the notorious Cream - Malana, Himachal Pradesh


Located in the north-east of the Kullu Valley, Malana is also known as the 'Little Greece of India', because the locals believe that they are
descendants of Alexander-the-Great himself! This ancient village is cut off from the rest of the world, and they follow an indigenous political
system. There are only about a hundred houses in this village, but it is home to Malana Cream, the finest quality and most potent charas ever
produced.

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8. Asia's Cleanest Village - Mawlynnong, Meghalaya


Mawlynnong Village in Cherrapunji is popularly called 'God's Own Garden.' It has won international accolades for being Asia's Cleanest Village. It
is a community-based effort for promoting eco-tourism. It is interesting to note that this village has a 100% literacy rate and most villagers speak
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English fluently. Mawlynnong boasts of other amazing sights like waterfalls, Living Roots Bridge and a Balancing Rock.

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9. Village Without Doors - Shani Shignapur, Maharashtra


Located 35 kms from Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, Shani Shinagpur village is known for its popular Shani temple. This village has never witnessed
any crime, and that is attributed to the blessings of Shani Dev. The villagers have full faith in their god, and have completely entrusted their safety
into his hands. That is why homes and commercial buildings in this village has no doors, or even a door frame. Taking note of the near-zero crime
rate, the UCO Bank has also opened a 'lock-less' branch in this village, the first of its kind in India.

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10. Temple Of Rats - Karni Mata Temple, Rajasthan


A little town called Deshnok, 30 kms from Bikaner, holds an intriguing sight: the Karni Mata Temple, home to over 20,000 rats. 'Kabbas' as they are
called, these rats are worshipped because it is believed that they are reincarnated family members of Karni Mata. White mice are revered even
more because they are considered to be Karni Mata and her sons.

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11. Land of Snakes - Shetpal, Maharashtra


Shetpal village in Sholapur district of Maharashtra, is known for snake worship. This village has a custom that can be only described as frightful.
Each house in this village has a resting place for Cobras in the rafters of their ceilings. No cases of snake bites have been reported in this village
despite snakes moving about freely in every household.
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12. Dining with the Dead - New Lucky Restaurant, Ahmedabad


Now, here's something that is morbid and fascinating at the same time. The New Lucky Restaurant has an ambience to kill for. This coffee house is
built on a centuries-old Muslim cemetery. The graves lie between the tables, and are said to belong to a 16th CE Sufi saint. The restaurant is always
bustling with guests and the owner says that the graves are his lucky mascots.

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13. India's Highest and Most Tragic Waterfall- Nohkalikai Falls, Meghalaya
At a height of 1115 feet, the Nohkalikai Falls near Cherrapunji is India's highest plunge waterfall. Fed naturally by rainwater, this waterfall is named
after the tragic tale of a woman called Ka Likai. After the death of her husband, Ka Likai remarried. But her new husband was extremely jealous of
her love for her daughter. He murderd the daughter, and to hide the evidence, cooked up her remains into a meal. Kali Kai searched high and low
for her daughter but cannot find her. Her husband offers her the meal, as she is exhausted. After eating, she discovers to her horror, the daughter's
fingers lying in basket filled with betel-nuts. Grieved and anguished, she throws herself off the cliff, giving the waterfall its name, 'Nohkalikai'
meaning 'Fall of Ka Likai.'

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14. Hanging Pillar - Lepakshi, Andhra Pradesh


The small historical village of Lepakshi is home to many ancient relics and architectural marvels. One of them is the Hanging Pillar of the Lepakshi
temple. Amongst the 70 pillars of the temple, one hangs without any support! Visitors pass objects under the pillar to check if the claim is true.

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temple. Amongst the 70 pillars of the temple, one hangs without any support! Visitors pass objects under the pillar to check if the claim is true.
According to locals, passing objects under the pillar brings prosperity to one's life.

15. World's largest River Island - Majuli, Assam


Located on the mighty Bramaputra, Majuli, the world's largest river island, is a celebration of the creations of God and man. The scenic beauty of
this island is the closest one can feel to the heavens. Majuli is also a popular cultural hotspot for various schools of thought that propagate the
teachings of Srimanta Shankardev.

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16.The Eternal Flame - Jwala Ji Temple, Kangra


Throughout the year, people visit the Jwala Ji Temple of Kangra to seek blessings from the Goddess. In the centre of the temple, a hollowed stone
holds a flame that has been burning for hundreds of years. According to the legend, Lord Shiva's wife, Sati, immolated herself in anguish when her
father disrespected her husband. A furious Shiva danced the Tandav Nritya carrying the burnt corpse. In doing so, she fell into 51 parts and landed
on the earth. Each of these locations turned into a religious shrine for the Hindus. The Jwala Ji of Kangra is believed to be Sati's fiery tongue.

17. Natural Mummy of Sangha Tenzing - Gue Village, Spiti


If you thought mummies were to be found only in Egypt, you are mistaken. In a little village called Gue, in Himachal's Spiti district, lays
the remarkably well-preserved 500 year-old mummy of Sangha Tenzing, a Buddhist monk from Tibet. It was found in a sitting position, with skin
and hair intact. This is probably because, the monk started mummifying himself while he was still alive. Natural mummification, as compared to
chemical enbalming, is a complex procedure and is extremely rare. The mummy was discovered after an earthquake in 1975. It is now on display at
a temple in Gue.

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18. World's Highest Tea Estate - Kolukkumalai, Tamil Nadu


Kolukkumalai Tea Estate is an hour and half long drive from Munnar. Towering at a height of 8000 feet above sea level, this tea estate rises above
the plains of Tamil Nadu, heralded by beautiful rugged mountains on all sides. It's hard to decide which is more breath-taking: the scenic landscape
or the flavourful teas produced here.

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19. The Motorcycle God - Bullet Baba Shrine, Bandai, Rajasthan


If there is any place in the world where you'll come across a shrine where flowers and liquor bottles are offered to a motorcycle, it has to be in India!
At Bandai, Jodhpur, Om Singh Rathore died when he crashed his Bullet into a tree while riding drunk. The police claimed the bike and took it to the
station. The next day, the bike was found at the spot of the accident. They brought it back to the station, emptied the fuel tank and chained it. Yet
the bike miraculously found its way back to accident spot the next day. The motorcycle was moved permanently to the location and the Om Baba
(or Bullet Baba as it is popularly called) Shrine was erected. Every day many passers-by come to offer their prayers. The spirit of Om Banna is
believed to protect travellers.

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20. World's Largest Monolithic Statue - Gomateshwara Statue, Shravanabelagola, Karnataka 14/27

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20. World's Largest Monolithic Statue - Gomateshwara Statue, Shravanabelagola, Karnataka


The monolithic statue of Gomateshwara, also known as Bahubali, at Shravanabelagola, towers above all else at 60 feet. Carved out of a single block
of granite, it is so large, it can be seen even from 30 kms away. Gomateshwara was a Jain saint, who according to legend, was the first human in his
half time cycle to attain liberation. The monolith was built by Chamundaraya, a minister of the Ganga Dynasty between 978 and 993 CE and is one
of the most important pilgrimage sites for Jains across the world. Standing at the feet of this massive monolith, looking up, you'll understand how
big the world really is, and how small we are in comparison.

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21. Half-Sized Taj Replica - Bibi Ka Maqbara, Aurangabad


They say imitation is best form of flattery. The 'Mini Taj' proves the point. Built in the late 17th CE, within less than 30 years of its original
inspiration, this modest monument has often been called 'Poor Man's Taj.' It was commissioned by Aurangzeb and built by one of his sons, Prince
Azam Shah, in memory of his mother, the Emperor's first wife. Though it fades in comparison to its majestic inspiration, the Bibi Ka Maqbara
emanates a certain charming humility.

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22. Living Roots Bridge - Cherrapunji, Meghalaya


In Cherrapunji, Meghalaya, man has befriended nature and cajoled it into bending to his ways. People build bridges, but the Khasis of Meghalaya,
they grow bridges. Ficus Elastica or the Rubber Tree produces strong secondary roots from their trunks. These have been trained to grow in a
particular direction using betel-nut trunks, forming sturdy, living bridges over decades. Some of these bridges are more than a hundred feet
long. The Umshiang Double Decker Bridge is truly one of a kind in the entire world. Some ancient root bridges are over 500 years old.

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23. World's Widest Banyan Tree - Botanical Garden, Howrah


Near Kolkata, at the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Botanical Garden, Howrah, lies another living proof nature's powerful glory. The 1250 year
old Great Banyan Tree, with a canopy covering an area of 4 acres, is considered the widest tree in the world. After being struck by lightning, the tree
was diseased. The trunk had to be removed in 1925. It continues to live without its main trunk, and has 3300 aerial roots reaching down to the
ground. What appears to be a forest is actually one single tree. In his mind's eye, I'm sure this what Frost saw when he said, 'Lovely, dark and deep...'

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24. World's Only Floating Lake - Loktak Lake, Manipur


The largest freshwater lake in India's North-East, the Loktak Lake is a sight to behold. Because of its floating phumdis, it has been named the
world's only floating lake. Apart from its scenic beauty, this lake plays a big role in Manipur's economy, serving as a source for hydropower
generation, irrigation, drinking water supply and source of livelihood for local fishermen. The largest of all the phumdis, or floating islands on
Loktak, is the Keibul Lamjao National Park, the last natural refuge of the endangered Manipur Brow-Antlered deer.

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25. Dog Temple - Channapatna, Karnataka


A community in Channapatna's Ramanagar district has erected an unusual temple in honour of man's best friend. Pujas are conducted seeking
blessings of the Dog God. According to locals, the dog is considered good-natured and loyal, but at times he is also formidable. This Dog God is
believed to work alongside the village diety.

26. Gravity Defying Palace - Bada Imambara, Lucknow


This architectural wonder dates back to the 18th CE. Nawab Asaf Ud Daulah created this marvel, blending European and Arabic architecture in
perfect harmony. The central arched hall is 50 metres long and about three stories high, hanging without the support of any pillars or beams! The
main hall is known for the architecture of the labyrinth or bhul-bhulaiya, with more than 1000 narrow staircase passages. The Imambara complex
also houses lush gardens, a spectacular mosque and a baoli.

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27. Floating Stones - Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu


Located on Pamban Island, and separated from the Indian mainland by the Pamban Channel, the little town of Rameshwaram has great
significance in Hindu mythology. It is from here that Rama is believed to have built a bridge across to Lanka to rescue Sita. Stones used to build this
bridge had Rama's name engraved on them and they never sank in water. The curious fact is that such 'floating stones' are still found around
Rameshwaram!

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28. Red Rain - Idukki, Kerala


Apart from its delectable coastal curry, Idduki is also known for a strange phenomenon called 'Red Rain'. The first incident of Red Rain was
recorded as early as 1818. Ever since, Idukki has witness this unusual sight intermittently. Idukki has been classified a 'Red Region'. In Hinduism,
red rain is the wrath of the Gods, punishing sinners. It signals a wave of destruction and woe. Some believe the killing of innocents leads to red rain.
Scientists are yet to come up with an explanation.

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29. Rural Olympics - Kila Raipur, Ludhiana


During February every year, Kila Raipur village in Ludhiana is buzzing with energy. Locals and tourists come together to witness a recreational
sports meet of farmers in and around Kila. The Rural Olympics was a brainchild of philantropist Inder Singh Grewal. It was conceived as early as
1933. Bullock racing, tent pegging, Gatka, camels, mules and dog races are the main attractions. Punjabi folklore and cultural festivities also grace
the event, making it a truly exhilarating experience.

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30. Temple of the Visa God- Balaji Temple, Chilkur, Hyderabad


Some Gods bring you prosperity, some grant you protection, but the 21st CE God of the Balaji Temple in Chilkur, on the outskirts of Hyderabad,
has the power to grant you a Visa to the US! Now popular as Visa Balaji Temple, many dollar-driven people, even those from other religions, come
here to take the blessings of Visa Balaji before their Visa interviews. If they get a visa, they must keep their vow and take 108 rounds of the inner
shrine. Laugh if you want, but this is one admirable example of an old world existing in a new one.

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One life just isn't enough to see all that there is to see in Incredible India. Maybe that's why we Indians believe in reincarnation.

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Pankaj Mishra

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Top commenter Pune, Maharashtra

Truely admirable work done by author of collecting and placing them under one
roof.
There are many more wonders like these in india but I personally have not visited
any of them. :(
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30 Follow Post Edited 2 September at 13:54

Victor Race
Pankaj Mishra wonders maa ki chut... all these are scientific formulas u
uneducated gaon wale.. ghati saale.
That levitating stone.... abey us stone ko touch kar ke if people instead
of saying that saints name, say something rubbish also like 'chutiya ki
aulad pankaj mishra' .. tab bhi vo stone upar jayega bhadve
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Pankaj Mishra

Top commenter Pune, Maharashtra

Victor Race good kaafi padhe likhe lagte ho..


haan bhai hum toh gaon wale hain..sheher wale toh aap jaise log hote
hain..kaafi achi basha ka use karte ho..aapke maa baap ko bada garv
hoga aappar..
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Victor Race
Pankaj Mishra shut up. ha hun padha likha main... jinko garv ho ho,
jinhe na ho , na ho.... sharam ki baat hain ki educated youth ho kar
bhagwan, jadu tona, in sab pe vishws karte ho.
JAB TAK SOORAJ CHAAND RAHEGA, SCIENCE TERA NAAM RAHEGA
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Satya Banerji

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You Forgot the Iron Pillar in the Qutub Minar - Which has not caught Rust inspite of
non stop Exposure
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16 Follow Post 2 September at 14:26

Aditya Singh Wolvie Army Institute of Technology, Pune


nothing unusual in that!
The iron was protected by a layer of "misamite" which had been formed
catalytically around the pillar due to a higher amount of phosphorous in
the iron (about 1% compared to today's usual 0.5%).
which prevent rusting!!
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20 3 September at 11:53

Aditya Singh Wolvie Army Institute of Technology, Pune


Rugved Reddy no i strongly disagree , as composition that matters
here forging is just heating with no gain but with right ingredients gives
us the miracle like these!
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Victor Race
Aditya Singh Wolvie madar chod aditya behen chod.. tau kya jo yaha pe
hain vo sab unusual hain.. unka koi logic nahi hain..... bhosdi ke bhoot
paret ko maan ne vaale gavaar
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Gunpreet Singh Bindra

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point no. 29, Qila Raipur is a village in Ludhiana, Punjab and not to be interpreted
as Raipur in Chhatisgarh
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Uditt Lamba
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Top commenter Delhi Technological University

The floating stones are pumice stones which have bubbles of gases trapped
inside them, hence they float. Nothing miraculous in that.
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6 Follow Post 3 September at 12:33

Arijit Choudhury Sir JJ College of Architecture


Its a myth that No.15 - Majuli is called as the worlds largest River Island, Majuli is
very much part of the northern bank main land of Brahmaputra , Brahmaputra flows
from North East end of Majuli to the South West end ,the Subansiri flows from the
North to the South west to meet the Brahmaputra & the side North East to North
are the seasonal flood plains . As for the size there is an island within Meghna river
West of Dhaka in Bangladesh which is much larger, not to speak of a true Island in
Amazon twice the size of Majuli in length as well as in breadth . Please prove me
wrong .
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Deba Choudhury

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Arijit Choudhury I don't know what is more admirable: your honesty...or

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Arijit Choudhury I don't know what is more admirable: your honesty...or
your bravery in inviting the ire of "Our Brothers of the Khar"...and the
accompanying photo may give them unpalatable ideas...
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3 3 September at 23:56

Devaroon Sabhapandit Relationship Manager, SME-Assets at Standard


Chartered India
Majuli is an island and has no connection to d main
bank..transportation is possible only through govt & private boats..on no
account can u ever walk and cross to d mainland from Majuli..pls get ur
facts right
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6 4 September at 08:12

Arijit Choudhury Sir JJ College of Architecture


Devaroon Sabhapandit you did not understand my text .The non walkability is not a qualification for being the worlds largest island .
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Chaats That Will Make
You Drool

Shut Down The Alia


Bhatt Jokes. Because
No One Will Be Able
To Top Alia Bhatt's
Joke On Herself

Photographer Shoots Her Friend As


Goddess Durga To Highlight The Curse Of
Gender Bias In India

It is time to chat about chaat...

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20 Pictures Of
Priyanka Chopra She
Doesn't Want You To
See
15 Absolutely
Hilarious Flipkart
Reviews. 9th Will
Crack You Up
There Is One Kind Of

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30 Unusual Things And Places You Won't Believe Existed In India


There Is One Kind Of
Rape Which Is Still
Legal In India. And It's
Happening Right Now

16 Food Items That


Instantly Remind You Of
Your School Tiffin Box
Aaj tiffin mein kya laaya hai?

I Thought The Ice Bucket Challenge Was


Cool And Fun, But This Video Changed
Everything

5 Things On Our Wishlist,


Now That India And Japan
Have A Fevicol Ka Jod

Here's A Video That


Hilariously Depicts A
Typical Delhi Girl. Do
You Agree With This
One?
Parineeti's Response
To A Journalist's
Question On Period
Taboos Is Nothing
Short Of Epic

Fevicol ka jod hai.

10 Problems Brutally
Honest People Face All The
Time

A Girl Slapped A Guy For Eve Teasing.


First I Felt Sorry For Him But Then He
Earned My Respect

Honestly Speaking!

These Kids Speak About


Their Favourite Teacher.
My Reaction Went From
So Sweet To So Sad

12 Witty Quotes From Shahrukh Khan


That Prove He Is The King Of Come-Backs

This is heartbreaking.

A Few Delhi Slum Kids


Have Started Their Own
Newspaper. They Deserve
All The Respect In The
World

It Was Tough Watching This. But When I


Did, I Realized Its One Video Everyone
Needs To See

They will win your heart and your


respect.

No Other Video Has Ever


Captured The Spirit Of
Mumbai As Beautifully As
This One. Amazing!

16 Food Items That Instantly Remind You


Of Your School Tiffin Box

The city that never sleeps.

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30 Unusual Things And Places You Won't Believe Existed In India

20 Amazing Facts You


Would Love To Know
About Indian Railways

17 Things A Person Who Is Always Tired


Will Relate To

You will be amazed.

12 Reasons Why Being A


Teacher Is The Hardest Job
In The World
And yet, they chose to do it.

12 Sexist Things People Need To Stop


Saying About Indian Women

11 Daily Struggles Of
People Who Are Way Too
Skinny
Kuch khaate nahi ho kya?

A Girl Slapped A Guy For


Eve Teasing. First I Felt
Sorry For Him But Then He
Earned My Respect
I did not see that coming.

Watch This Woman Comic


Tear Apart The False
Promises Made By Indian
Beauty Products
You will never guess who is behind
this video!

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