http://www.kids.superindian.com/Copyright 2004-2005 kids.superindian.comhttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=8027Once upon a time under the rule of Brahmadatta, king of Banaras, many hundreds of wild goats dwelt in a mountain-cave in a wooden district on the slopes of the Himalayas. Not far from their place of abode a jackal named Putimamsa with his wife Veni lived in there a cave. One dayWed, 18 Jan 2006 23:42:54 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=8026Once upon a time Brahmadatta was the ruling king of Benaras, a forester, named Sura, who dwelt in the kingdom of Kasi, went to the Himalayas, in search of articles for merchandise. There was a certain tree there that sprang up to the height of a man with his arms extended over his head,Wed, 18 Jan 2006 23:32:36 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=8020Krishna Raya was very fond of collecting rare objects.  One day, a courtier had an idea. He asked painter to color a peacock red. The painter did his job so well and the peacock really looked naturally red. The courtier took the peacock to the king’s chamber and after presenting itWed, 18 Jan 2006 22:26:27 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=8018Krishna Raya, arranged to construct a new reservoir. After the construction was over, he along with his officials went to inspect the reservoir. He asked his officials,"How does the water in this reservoir look like?" One official said,"The water in this reservoir is soWed, 18 Jan 2006 22:14:13 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=8017King Krishna Raya of had great respect for his mother. His mother was a very orthodox woman. She had given a lot of things in charity. In her old age, she thought that it would be perfect if she gave away fruits as gifts to others on an auspicious day. Krishnadevaraya arranged to get deliciousWed, 18 Jan 2006 22:00:43 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=8016One day Tenalirama visited the picture gallery in the palace. He was looking at some newly painted coloured pictures. He saw a picture of a nymph. He didnt like some portions of the picture. So, with brush he made some changes on it. The minister who saw this. He complained the king about that.Wed, 18 Jan 2006 21:52:56 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=8014One day Krishnad Raya was very angry with Tenalirama. He asked him to leave his country. Tenalirama obeyed the king's order and started his journey. After some days, Krishna Raya riding , was going through a forest. At that time, he saw a person climbing to the top of a tree. He foundWed, 18 Jan 2006 21:46:06 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=8006One day, King Krishna Raya was sleeping even after the sunrise. The Barber came there to shave. But finding a King asleep, he was embarassed for a moment that whether to complete the work somehow or to go away. He decided to do the work without hindering his sleep. He shaved the king's face soWed, 18 Jan 2006 18:48:38 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=7863On one night, some thieves entered Tenali Raman's house and were hiding in the  back yard of his house. They were only waiting for the right time, to get  in and rob. Raman came to know that and so collected all the money. Then, he called his wife and said in a  voice loud enoughMon, 16 Jan 2006 01:28:08 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=7862There was a scholar of  named  Vidyasagar. He was well versed in all subjects. He had also travelled to many  parts of India and had defeated many scholars in the debates. Once, he  came to Vijayanagar. At Vijayanagar, the king welcomed  him as his guest, withMon, 16 Jan 2006 00:58:38 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=7861King Krishna Raya built a beautiful mansion. He arranged for the painting of  the walls of the mansion with appropriate pictures. After the completion of the painting, the painter reported to the king. One day,  King , his ministers and others went to the mansion. He  wasMon, 16 Jan 2006 00:37:58 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=7860Krishna raya, the king of Vijayanagara, was one of the greatest warriors. Once he had to lead his army in a battle and accordingly all the preparations for the war were completed. The king had faith in astrology and hence called his court astrologer to foretell about the outcome of the war. TheMon, 16 Jan 2006 00:20:38 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=7859The king  wanted all his people to grow horses . He called all his people and gave them one horse each to bring up. He also gave them lot of straw so that the horses can eat. All people were happy except Tenaliraman. He tied his horse in a room and daily in the morning  gave it veryMon, 16 Jan 2006 00:15:08 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=7858Long long ago there was a clever man called Tenali Raman. He was minister to a great king called Krishna Raya. Once in that city there was lot of problems due to rats. They were eating all sorts of books and papers. They also used to make holes in wooden shelves and also eat rice. Sometimes theyMon, 16 Jan 2006 00:01:28 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=7816Kashmiri literature has a history of at least 2,500 years, going back to its glory days of Sanskrit. Early names include Patanjali, the author of the Mahabhashya commentary on Panini's grammar, suggested by some to have been the same to write the Hindu treatise known as theSat, 14 Jan 2006 03:50:52 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=7815Though the yatra to the shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi is a round-the-year event, the one undertaken during the Navratras is considered the most auspicious. In order to showcase and highlight the regional culture, heritage and traditions of the area during this period, the State Tourism DepartmentSat, 14 Jan 2006 03:46:42 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=7814An annual fair is held in the name of Baba Jitu, a simple and honest farmer who preferred to kill himself rather than submit to the unjust demands of the local landlord to part with his crop. He killed himself in the village of Jhiri, 14 km from Jammu. A legend has grown around the Baba and hisSat, 14 Jan 2006 03:45:33 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=7813Purmandal is 39 km from Jammu city. On Shivratri, the town wears a festive look and for three days as people celebrate the marriage of Lord Shiva to Goddess Parvati. The people of Jammu also come out in their colourful best to celebrate Shivratri at Peer Khoh, the Ranbireshwar Temple and theSat, 14 Jan 2006 03:44:51 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=7812Baisakhi (April 13 or 14) The name Baisakhi is taken from the first month of the Vikram calendar. Every year, on the first day of Vaishakh, the people of Jammu, like the rest of northern India, celebrate Baisakhi. Also known as the "harvest festival", it is considered auspicious especially forSat, 14 Jan 2006 03:43:19 GMThttp://www.kids.superindian.com/DisplayPostDetail.aspx?provider=7811Lohri (13 January) This festival heralds the onset of spring and is also known as Makar Sankranti. The whole region wears a festive look on this day. Kud dance on the eve of a festival Thousands take a dip in the holy rivers. 'Havan Yagnas' light up nearly every house andSat, 14 Jan 2006 03:41:46 GMT