Here’s a crossword that’s all about art and creativity. How many of these terms do you know?
Drawing painting and art have been around for millions for years. Canvas, paints, rock drawings, chalk are some of the things needed for art. Here’s a crossword just for you. Let the creative juices flow.
(Part #1) Beginning a new fortnightly column that combines storytelling with aeronautical science. In this episode, begin your first flying lesson — with a paper plane!
King Ravana was well known for his aeronautics and design skills. Legend has it that he built the Pushpaka vimaan — a flying chariot — with the help of his father-in-law Mayasura, the great architect who ruled Talatalaloka.
Meghnath, the eldest son of Ravana and his wife Mandodari, was a very smart kid, and curious about flight techniques. He would always sit with his father and grandfather when they designed and tested flying machines.
(Illustration: Sahil Upalekar)
One such day, Ravana, after a flight on his pushpaka vimaan, wanted to do some updates on his plane. Ravana and Mayasura were in the workshop making some changes to the flight control system, when Meghnath entered.
Meghnath: What are you doing, grandpa?
Mayasura: We are trying to update the flying machine so that it can reach the Svarga Loka (heavenly world).
Meghnath: That means it will be able to fly till the edge of Mount Meru (the sacred five-peaked mountain).
Ravana: Yes. Twelve kilometres above the ground. We can reach the Svarga Loka and say hello to our old friend, Indira, the king of Svarga.
Meghnath: Dad, when you will teach me how to fly and to build these flying machines?
Ravana (to Mayasura): Uncle, he is now six years old. Is it a right age to start?
Mayasura: Of course, my king! His birth made the people in heaven scared, and he plays with lions! He is absolutely ready to learn the basics.
Meghnath: Thank you, grandpa! I am so excited! Let’s start!
Ravana: Of course, son. Before you begin building actual machines, you can start making small planes using paper and learn how to control them. Let us start with the “Dart” plane, one of the fast-moving ones.
February 13 is World Radio Day. Take a trip down memory lane to see how the device became the powerhouse it is now.
You may think a radio is old fashioned and out of date but it’s an example of technology that’s never gone out of use. Take a look at how it came to be what it is today. The radio was one of the first modes of ‘wireless’ communication. The term ‘radio’ actually refers to the technology of using radio waves to carry information but, over time, began to be applied to the device itself. The technology for the electric telegraph and telephone, which were developed earlier, helped develop the radio.
Go through the timeline below to get a brief peek into the history of how the radio came to be.
As the seasons change and the weather becomes a little warmer, look out for the sprinkles of spring around you. Here’s a memory game to help.
You know spring is right around the corner when you see splashes of colours in the trees and shrubs around you. Play this memory game to find out about some of the common springtime flowers.
Exercise your grey cells and see how many of these questions you can answer.
News of what’s happening around you or just general information … a quiz is a great way to brush up your knowledge of the world. Try your hand at these questions and see how many you get right.
With stunning stats, incredible skill and astonishing consistency, I am considered one of the best football players in history. Get to know me better!
This puzzle is a riot of colours! You’ll need a keen eye to get this one right.
Each of the three patterns below is missing a part. From the options – given next to each – pick the right piece that will fit the pattern correctly. Drag and drop the right piece into the blank space on the pattern.
Children’s theatre festivals provide not only a platform to have a good time but also gives an opportunity to showcase one’s talent and provide an outlet for one’s energy. Whether you are part of the audience or the crew, theatre is a great source of entertainment.
Theatre is not only entertaining but also has many benefits that include emotional, social, physical and even academic ones. According to studies, it has been proved that participation in performing arts has positive personal and academic outcomes. It not only improves your development but also enhances cognitive, motor and social skills.
Now let’s take a look at various children’s theatre festivals around the world.
If the people of India are called Indians, what are the people of The Netherlands called? Take this quiz and find out.
Almost every country in the world has a ‘demonym’, which is basically what the people of that country are called. For instance, ‘Indian’ for India, ‘Australian’ for Australia, ‘German’ for Germany, ‘Brazilian’ for Brazil, and so on.
Some demonyms, though, are not so straightforward. This quiz is based on such irregular demonyms. Happy guessing!
Match the river to its country. Play this memory game to know more.
Rivers have been useful to us since time immemorial. They are the source of drinking water, help in obtaining food, help in fertilizing lands and are also a way to transport goods from one place to another. Rivers also provide an important habitat for wildlife. They play an essential role in the ecology of rainforests and wetlands. Now that you know about the importance of rivers, why not play this game? Match the river to its country.
