How does town Shringeri got its name?

                                                  How does town Shringeri got its name?

We all know about town Shringeri of Karnataka state. But many of us dont know about its origin. Here is the story explaining that.
Long ago, there lived a saint called Vibhandaka. By seeing his way of meditation. King of heaven feared that the saint may pose threat to his own post. He had a dancer named Urvashi with him. He ordered her to go near the saint and to deactivate him from meditation.
Urvashi agreed and came near Vibhandaka. She was successful in deviating his concentration from his work. Vibhandaka fell in love with Urvashi. He married her. Thus, they had a boy named Rushyashringa. As her duty is over, Urvashi went to heaven leaving her child with her husband.
This agitated Vibhandaka. Now he had come to know all the plans which were formed around him. He decided that he will look after the boy and will make him to beware of ladies. Rushyashringa thus grown up hating the ladies. He had his hut in the place which is now known as Shringeri.

Story of Usha

                                           Story of Usha

Usha is the only daughter of demon king Banasur. She was in love with Aniruddh,the great grandson of Shrikrishna. She had seen Aniruddh's photo . She was just dreaming about him and she in her dreams, was talking with him.
The news fell on Banasur's ears and he was very angry since his daughter is in love with his enemy. He had forbidden his daughter's movements. On the otherside, even Aniruddh was missing her. The news was known by Shri Krishna.
In order to help his great grandson, Shri Krishna delared war on Banasur. He defeated Banasur in war and got married both Usha and Aniruddh.

The story of Ulupi

                                           The story of Ulupi

Ulupi was the daughter of king of snakes Kouravya. She married Arjun appreciating his bravery. She was having the son named Iravanta who was very brave just like his father. He actively participated in Mahabharat war and breathed his last while fighting against enemies.
When  there was a fight between Bhabruvahan and Arjun, when the former tied the horse of Ashwamedha and Arjun came to fight with his own son not knowing the relationship. A tensed war happened between the two. Bhabruvahan ultimately killed Arjun.
That time, Ulupi came and with the help of Sanjeevini herb, she was able to make Arjun alive. After the Pandavas went for their final journey, Ulupi too immersed herself in River Ganga.

A banana a day,can keep the doctor away

                                       A banana a day,can keep the doctor away

It is a well known saying that an apple a day, can keep the doctor away. But now medical science claims that a banana a day, can keep the doctor away.
Banana is rich in potassium. It helps to calm the mind in case of tension and also it can quench the hunger. Since  banana is available in all the times, a person can always have the banana all the time. Compared to other fruits, it is cheaper.

ಚಟ್ನಿ ಮಾಡುವ ವಿಧಾನ

                                      ಚಟ್ನಿ ಮಾಡುವ ವಿಧಾನ

ಇದು ಟಿ.ವಿ. ಯಲ್ಲಿ ನೋಡಿದ ವಿಧಾನ.

ಮಾಡುವ ವಿಧಾನ-

ಮೊದಲು ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ತೆಂಗಿನ ಕಾಯಿ ತುರಿ ಮತ್ತು ಬೇಕಾದಷ್ಟು ಹಸಿ ಮೆಣಸಿನ ಕಾಯಿ ಇವೆರಡನ್ನೂ ಒಂದು ಪ್ಯಾನ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ಬೆಚ್ಚಗೆ ಮಾಡಬೇಕು. ನಂತರ ಇವನ್ನು ಮಿಕ್ಸಿ ಜಾರ್ ಗೆ ಹಾಕಿ ,ನಂತರ ಒಂದು ಇಂಚಿನಷ್ಟು ಶುಂಟಿ ,ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ ಪುಟಾಣಿ , ಒಂದು ಅರ್ಧ ಗೋಲಿ ಗಾತ್ರದಷ್ಟು ಹುಣಸೆ ಹಣ್ಣು ಮತ್ತು ರುಚಿಗೆ ತಕ್ಕಷ್ಟು ಉಪ್ಪು ಹಾಕಿ ಚೆನ್ನಾಗಿ ರುಬ್ಬಬೇಕು. ಈಗ ಚಟ್ನಿ ಸಿದ್ಧವಾಗಿದೆ.

How to make goat, not to gain weight?

                                         How to make goat, not to gain weight?

This was a problem put by Akbar to Birbal. That too in one month. The condition was to feed the goat sufficiently but it must not gain weight.
The problem sounds strange. As the goat eats, it is obvious that its weight will increase. But how to make that goat must not gain weight?
Birbal did an idea. He tied the goat infront of a tiger and took precautions that tiger must not eat it. He was feeding the goat well. But as he was tieing the goat infront of tiger, the goat spent all of its energy by seeing that it must not be an easy pray for tiger.
Like this, weight of goat didnt increase though it is fed suitably.

Why Shukracharya is having one eye?

                                  Why Shukracharya is having one eye?

Shukracharya is the teacher of demons. He was teaching the demons all the technics so that they can defeat the angels and occupy heaven. It was the time when King Bali was ruling. He was invincible in many battles.  Now he was eyeing heaven.
Because of this, king of heaven Indra was shocked. He begged God Vishnu for help. Vishnu agreed and born as Vaman. After his holy thread ceremony, which was done instaneously he went near King Bali to ask for alms. That time, Sukracharya had come to know who is this Vaman .
In order to deactivate Bali from giving alms, he hid in the vessel containing water  which will be used while giving alms. But Vaman came to know of this. He put a grass in the pipe through which water will come out. Sukracharya was sitting there itself keeping his eye through the hole of the pipe to see what is happening outside. As Vaman put grass stick, it directly damaged his one eye.
From that time onwards, He was having only one eye and famous because of that.

The birth of Rugveda

                                            The birth of Rugveda

We know that God Brahma is having 4 faces pointing to east,south,west and north directions. According to Hindu belief, the first of vedas i.e. Rugveda has appeared from the face pointing to the direction east. Rugveda has the collection of mantras which are used in religious ceremonies.
It is also believed that the veda thus appeared was written down by Saint Vyasa who is also considered as son of Brahma. He then taught all those to one of  his student and it is believed that he has spread all those in surroundings.
Rugveda is the first and ancient veda among the vedas.

The story of golden deer of Ramayan

                                      The story of golden deer of Ramayan

The main reason for happening of Ramayan is Sita got lured by the sight of golden deer and forced Rama to leave insearch of it. As Rama didnt return and Sita heard the voice of Rama for help, Laxman had to leave. Seeing this time, Ravan disguised himself as a saint came for alms near Sita and he succeded in taking away her. The golden deer is Maricha named demon .
He copied the voice of Rama when he was shot by Rama. Maricha was a demon who in earlier times, was giving trouble to saints by not allowing them to do their rituals. Saint Vishwamitra had called Rama to punish this demon. Rama succeded in defeating the demon.
Maricha then had retrieved from the scene. But he is the close relative of Ravan. When Ravan approached Maricha for help to defeat Rama, Maricha cautioned Ravan against this. Since he knew how brave Rama is.But Ravan was not ready to listen.
Disheartned by the words of Maricha, Ravan threatened Maricha that if he didnt do the work as told by him, then he will kill him. Maricha thought for a while. He thought instead of dying in hands of Ravan, its better to die in hands of Rama. Thus, he agreed and disguised himself as golden deer and lured Sita and finally was shot dead by Rama.

Story of Uddhalaka

                                                Story of Uddhalaka

It is the ashram of saint Dhoumya. Students were learning near him. He had a student by the name Aruni. He was very dull at studies.
One day , when Dhoumya was passing through his field, he observed that water was leaking from the nearby lake into his field. He was worried that his garden may get washed away by this. He asked Aruni to fix it since it is useless to give him any other intellectual work to do.
Aruni agreed. Dhoumya returned to his home with other students. Aruni tried to stop the leakage by applying the mud to the hole. But , the mud could not stand long. He applied thick paste of mud. But also , it is all in vain. The inflow of water is incresed by now. The hole has also become bigger .
Aruni didnt know what to do beyond this. As a last try, he thought that he will lie down , blocking the hole. Inflow of water had also become lesser by this. But what he had made the paste of mud, is fallen all over him. He didnt worry about that. His aim was to keep the word he has given to his master.
It is a long time since Aruni went for that work. Dhoumya worried of this, came in search of him. He could not find him anywhere. He called Aruni's name. Then Aruni replied amongst the mud. Dhoumya was horrified by seeing the sight.
He called others to fix the problem. By this time, Aruni came outside amongst the mud.  Then, Dhoumya blessed him with the name Uddhalaka since he tore open the mud covering and also blessed him with wisdom. Dedication towards a work is always important.

Co-operation is a must !

                                              Co-operation is a must !

Long ago, there was a merchant. He had a big business. because of this, he used to travel a lot. That's why he had 2 animals with him. They are a horse and a donkey.
Horse he was using for joy ride. Donkey he was using for transportation of his goods. He had purchased the horse by spending a large amount of money. Hence ,he was taking a good care of it everyday. But donkey was neglected by him.
One day, he was moving to another city. That's why he made the donkey to carry all of his goods. Donkey was tired by carrying all of those. Merchant didnt make the horse to carry atleast some of the goods. He was using the horse for just joy ride.
Donkey requested the horse " Brother, we both belong to same family. I am tired by carrying all these goods. Can you share some of these to carry?" By hearing this, horse was full of angryness. It said to Donkey " Its not my work. Owner has selected you for work." Horse refused to share the goods to carry with donkey. It thought its an insult for it to carry.
Donkey cntinued to walk though it is tired. Because of this, it fell in the midway. All the goods are now on ground. Merchant was in a hurry to reach the city. The donkey had broken its leg too. Merchant had to leave the donkey there itself . He transferred all the goods on horse.
Then horse realised if it had agreed to  share the goods with donkey, it would not have to carry all the goods by now. Co-operation among others is a must.

Wife of Abhimanyu

                                   Wife of Abhimanyu

Most of us know about Abhimanyu. He is  the son of Arjun and Subhadra. But many people dont know about his family.
Uttara is his wife. She is the daughter of King Viraat. Her brother is Uttara Kumara. It is a proverb in Kannada to tease people who boast about their ability. It is Uttarakumara's ability. Because Uttara Kumara had boasted infront of his sister and others that he will defeat Kouravas who had taken their cows forcibly. But Arjun who disguised himself as Bruhannala had  come to the rescue of Uttara Kumara.
Subhadra is Arjun's wife. Their son is Abhimanyu. Abhimanyu's wife is Uttara. Uttara was pregnant when Mahabharat war was going on. Abhimanyu had been sent to fight with enemies. But they killed him cheatingly. When Arjun came to know of this, he killed Saindhava who was responsible for his son's death. Mourning Kouravas approached Ashwatthama.
Ashwatthama decided that he will destroy Abhimanyu's full family. He aimed at pregnant Uttara. He was about to kill the unborn child, that time Shri Krishna intervened and saved the child. He is Pareekshit. It is said that he was cursed that he will die because of snake biting.
Hence Pareekshit confined himself to a room to that no one can enter. But the curse had to be fulfilled. One day Pareekshit was eating a fruit. In that there was a snake like poisonous worm and it had bit him. Thus, Pareekshit breathed his last.

ಹಾಲಿನ ಪುಡಿಯ ಮೈಸೂರ್ ಪಾಕ್

                                                     ಹಾಲಿನ ಪುಡಿಯ ಮೈಸೂರ್ ಪಾಕ್

ಇದನ್ನು ಮಾಡುವ ವಿಧಾನ ಟಿ. ವಿ. ಯಲ್ಲಿ ನೋಡಿದೆ.

ಬೇಕಾಗುವ ಸಾಮಗ್ರಿಗಳು  

ಹಾಲಿನ ಪುಡಿ - ೧ ಕಪ್
ಕಡಲೆ ಹಿಟ್ಟು - ೧ ಕಪ್
ಎಣ್ಣೆ (ತೆಂಗಿನ ಎಣ್ಣೆ ಬಿಟ್ಟು) - ೧ ಕಪ್
ಸಕ್ಕರೆ - ೧ ೧/೨ ಕಪ್
ತುಪ್ಪ

ಮಾಡುವ ವಿಧಾನ
 ಹಾಲಿನ  ಪುಡಿ, ಕಡಲೆ ಹಿಟ್ಟು ಮತ್ತು ಎಣ್ಣೆ ಹಾಕಿ ಚೆನ್ನಾಗಿ ಕಲಸಿ. ಇನ್ನೊಂದು ಕಡೆ ಒಂದೆಳೆ ಸಕ್ಕರೆ ಪಾಕ ತಯಾರಿಸಿಟ್ಟುಕೊಳ್ಳಿ. ಈಗ ಕಲಸಿಟ್ಟ ಮಿಶ್ರಣ ವನ್ನು ಸಕ್ಕರೆ ಪಾಕಕ್ಕೆ ಹಾಕಿ ಕಲಸಿ. ಅದು ತಳ ಹಿಡಿಯದಂತೆ ತಿರುವುತ್ತಾ ಇದಕ್ಕೆ ತುಪ್ಪ ಸೇರಿಸಿ. ತುಪ್ಪ ಸವರಿದ ತಟ್ಟೆಗೆ ಇದನ್ನು ಹಾಕಿ ಬೇಕಾದ ಆಕಾರಕ್ಕೆ ಕತ್ತರಿಸಿ.

The comparison of brightness of stars

                                 The comparison of brightness of stars
                                     
There are  many stars in our galaxy. Some of them are very bright . To know which star is brightest ,scientists follow a table based on their brightness.
The brightest star is called  "alpha" star. Then comes beta, theta, gama and delta. But this theory is not so popular since the method used has only some numbers. But we have enormous amount of stars which differ in their brightness to others.
But this method used in earlier days.

The first territories to join India after independence

                                      The first territories to join India after independence

We all know that India was divided into small territories. Each territory had its own king ruling it. Now it had been a big challenge to ask them to surrender to the Indian union.
But there were exceptions to this. There were territories which wanted to join Indian union without any persuation from people. They had already announced that they will join Indian union as soon as they heard India got independence.
 The territories are ----------
1. Patiala
2. Gwalior
3. Baroda
These had agreed to join India without anyone's persuation. The other territories had taken time to think on which way to go.

The horse of Indra

                                       The horse of Indra

Everyone of us knows that Indra is the King of angels. As every king has, even he has his own horse. According to Hindu Puranas, his horse has 7 heads and white in colour. That horse is Uchchaishravas. It has got this name because of its appearance.
It is said that Indra got the horse during Samudra Mathana between angels and demons. Wives of saint Kashyapa had put a bet on its tail whether it is black or white. But its tail is white. Elder of wives had actually lost the bet but she had asked her children Serpants to make the tail to look black so that she can win the bet. That's why it is said there is a rivalry between serpants and eagles since eagle is the son of the youngest wife of saint who had lost the bet.

Bismark of India

                                                Bismark of India

Bismark of India is Vallabha Bhai Patel. There is a reason behind calling him by this name.
Bismark was a German. During his time, Germany was divided into small territories. Bismark was the one who suceeded in bringing all these territories together and was the main force behind today's strong Germany.
Vallabha Bhai Patel, after Independence of India was suceessfull in bringing all the small territories present in India together and was responsible for today's India. Hence, he was optly called as Bismark of India.

The effect of good works

                                        The effect of good works

Long ago, there was a king by the name Indradumna. He was a good administrator. Finally, he died. Angels came and took his soul to heaven. Indradumna was very happy there. He knew that he came to heaven because of his good works.
But one day, angels came near him and said he must vacate heaven and must return to earth. Indradumna asked for the reason with them. They said his quota of good works is over and now he is not eligible to stay in heaven. Indradumna returned to earth.
He wanted to know whether people remember him or not . He met an old man sitting under the tree and asked about himself. Then old man replied, he dont know much. If king ask with the owl of tree it may able to answer. Likewise, king asked with owl.
But it said it dont remember and there is a tortoise who is older than himself and he may answer king's query. Likewise, king met tortoise and asked it about himself. Tortoise replied there was a king by that name. But it dont remember much about him.
By listening to that, king realised one must do good works, without wanting anything in return.

The first British prisoner of Indian Independence struggle

                                   The first British prisoner of Indian Independence struggle

It may sound strange. But it is true. In England, G. Alfread A. was the editor of an English News paper. It was the year 1857. We all know that at this year, there was Sepoy mutiny in India against ruling British. The English editor covered this event.
He called it as  Indian Freedom Struggle. This enraged British. How they can tolerate a man in their own land, raising voice against them? They arrested the English Editor. But editor was firm about what he has written. Thus, he had been sent to jail . He became the first British prisoner of  Indian Independence struggle.

The story of gold plating to towers of temples

                                          The story of gold plating to towers of temples

It is common in our country that temples are rejuvenating. Their towers are getting gold plating. Wondering what is the quality of gold used there, it was found that it is the gold of 22 carrot. It is believed 24 carrot gold is the purest.
Pure gold can not be used for making of ornaments. At that stage, gold can not be bent to required form. That's why the gold we are using for jewels contains 92% of gold. Rest are metals like silver and copper.

Why do we celebrate holi?

                                     Why do we celebrate holi?

Yesterday was the full moon day and whole country celebrated Holi.But to explain the reason, there is a story. Holi is actually triumph of good over evil.
In ancient times, there was demon called Hiranyakashipu. He had a sister by name Holika. Holika had a boon that she can not be burnt means fire can not do any harm to her. Hiranyakashipu had a son by name Prahlad. Prahlad though he is a son of a demon king, he is the follower  of God Vishnu. He was seen chanting God's name always.
This has increased the rage of Hiranyakashipu. Since he was the enemy of God, he had wanted his son too must hate God. But reverse is happening. Because of this, he thought of eliminating his own son who is not listening to him.
He was aware that his sister had got a boon. Hence he asked Holika to enter fire means to sit amidst the fire with Prahlad so that he can get burnt alive where as sister can come out safely. Holika agreed. She entered the fire holding Prahlad.
Prahlad at this time also,didnt stop chanting God's name. Because of this, fire didnt harm him . Instead Holika got burnt. To celebrate this triumph of good over evil, we are celebrating Holi. 

The fact about gold

                                      The fact about gold

Let us think we have 1 gram of gold. Out of this, what is the proportion that we can make thin sheet? It is not in terms of mm or cm. Surprisingly, we can make a thin sheet of 1 square meter out of this. Gold has a nature of easily bending. Hence it is possible to make a thin sheet of this proportion out of this.

Importance of money in life

                                              Importance of money in life

Long ago, there was a man. He had spent his childhood with great difficulty because of powerty. He had decided that his aim of life would be to accumulate wealth.
In order of this, he was living a life of miser. But also, he was happy thinking that he would be able to spend life luxuriously afterwards. He was going on accumulating wealth.
But as everything has its end, likewise for this man also, his death came. One day he fainted and fell down. On waking up, he found some person starting infront of him with his blurred eyes. He asked him who he is? The image said man's living time is over and he has come to take his soul.
By hearing this, man was horrified. He said still he didnt enjoy his life. He is still accumulating wealth. He begged the image to give some time for him. But image didnt agree. Finally man asked the image to give atleast 1 minute.
But image didnt agree. Image dragged his soul from his body . That time, man realised the money he earned, were not able to give him a precious 1 minute also. He realised all his efforts got wasted as he was not able to enjoy his life with his own money.

Golden foil in sweets

                                            Golden foil in sweets

When we buy sweets, we can see that they are garnished with silver foils. Foils are made of silver into thin sheets which will enhance the taste of sweet.
But now, a new trend has emerged. In north India, they are garnishing the sweets with golden foils ! As gold is comparatively costlier nowadays, the price of these decorated sweets are high. Gold is a noble metal and it is a known fact that it is not harmful to body.

How to extinguish fire in case of fire hazard?

                                 How to extinguish fire in case of fire hazard?

It is common site to witness fire hazards nowadays. To extinguish this fire, we can use fire extinguishers or water. But it is important apply these extinguishers to the right part of fire in order to extinguish it. Otherwise it is of no use.
To have a fire, there are 3 things required. They are ----
1. The fuels which can catch fire
2. The oxygen.
3. A small part of fire which started the fire

It is not easy to find out the 3. Fire has already has spread. It is not easy to cut down the supply of oxygen as it is a gas. But in some cases, it is possible to cut down the supply. The remaining one is the fuels. Now it is possible to extinguish fire, if contact of these are cut down from fire.
Hence, it is always suggested to pour fire extinguishers to the base of fire.

Story of Dhruva

                                            Story of Dhruva

There was a king called Uttanapada . He had  2 wives namely Suniti  and Suruchi . Dhruva is the son of Suniti.  Uttam is the son of Suruchi. Suruchi had an ambition that her son must be the next heir. But Dhruva is the eldest of both. The right of becoming heir is of Dhruva's. Suruchi because of this ,was hating Dhruva. But Dhruva was unaware of this.
Once both children wanted to climb lap of their father. But Suruchi didnt allow Dhruva to do that. She said who has the blessing of God Vishnu is having the right to do so. Dhruva went for blessing of God. He met with sage Narada on the way. Narada taught him the method to pray.
Dhruva started to pray to God. Years passed. Finally God stood infront of him. But at that time, Dhruva had forgotten his goal. Seeing that, God blessed him with prosperity. Dhruva went back to his kingdom. He became king and was a good administrator.
After his death, Dhruva became a star in sky because of his devotion to God.

Word Utkala in our national anthem

                                     Word Utkala in our national anthem

Everyone of us knows in our national anthem , a line " Dravida Utkala Vanga " comes. Dravida means southern states, Vanga means Bengal. But what is Utkala?
Utkala is the name of the place in ancient India. It is believed that the eastern and northern part of today's Orissa state is Utkala. There is a reason behind the name. It is believed that during that time in  Utkala, all famous artists were residing. Utkala is actually Uchcha Kalavida. The word is of Samskrit origin. In Samskrit Uchcha means high and Kalavida means artists.

The true reason

                                    The true reason

It was a train station. People were waiting for their perticular train. That time, a man came with his adult son. Their train came and with other people ,both of them climbed the train.
They sat in their alloted seat. Son was very excited to sit in train. He was sharing his feelings to his father. The other people in train were stunned by this. They thought boy was acting like a small child. They thought boy need medical attention.
They said the same to his father. Father said that just now they are returning after consulting doctor. People asked him what is the problem? Then father said all these days his son has not seen outside view, since he was blind at that time. But now his son got his eyesight back and now he is enjoying his newly got his freedom and requested people not to disturb him.

Why cock shouts seeing Sunrays?

                                             Why cock shouts seeing Sunrays?

We know that Cock shouts when it senses Sun has rised. There is a story behind this.
It was summer time. Sun was troubling people because of his sunrays. People were cursing Sun.This was heard by Sun and he decided that he will not show his face to people. Now, there is total darkness. People could not do their daily routine.
Hence, they asked Cock to go near Sun and to explain their problem. Cock agreed and went near Sun. It met Sun and explained him everything. But Sun was adamant. So, before returning back home, cock requested Sun that he must follow it and whenver it cries, he must come and illuminate place. Sun agreed. Cock went back.
While going back, cock cried for no reason. Sun hurriedly came and illuminated place. That practice is still continuing.

A story for people who are always restless

                               A story for people who are always restless

This story is always referred to people who are always restless and are not happy with what they got.
The people are often referred as people living in Trishanku Swarga. Swarga means heaven. Because of King Trishanku this perticular place has got this name.
Trishanku had an ambition that he must reach heaven alive. According to Hindus, a person can reach heaven only when he is dead. But Trishanku wanted to reach while he is alive. He consulted  Sage Vasista to fulfill his ambition.  But sage said it is not possible. But Trishanku approached Vasista's sons and said them his ambition.
But they already knew the conversation between their father and Trishanku. They cursed him to suffer with disease. Because of this, Trishanku lost his kingdom and was seen wandering in forests. Sage Vishwamitra saw him and pitied about him.
Sage decided that he will help him to achieve Trishanku's goal. He succeeded in sending Trishanku to heaven alive. But in Heaven, there was no place for Trishanku. They pushed him down. By seeing that Sage decided that he will construct a new heaven for which Trishanku will be the king. Like this, Trishanku was held up between sky and earth.
That is Trishanku Swarga. It is reffered to people who always dream about impossible.

Only mammal which flies without having wings

                                        Only mammal which flies without having wings

There is only one mammal which can fly eventhough it dont have wings which is essential for flying. That mammal is none other than MAN himself !
Man uses Hand Gliders which consists of projection like wings which can be attached to hands. With those, man can actually fly like birds !

Name of Arabian sea in ancient times

                                    Name of Arabian sea in ancient times

It is believed that Aryans entered ancient India which included today's Pakistan. Aryans were settled around river Sindhu. Hence our country got its name as country where Hindu is there.
As Aryans had seen river Sindhu , they followed the river to see where it ends. River Sindhu finally converges into Arabian sea. By seeing that, Aryans called it as Sindhu Sagar. Hence  Arabian sea was called Sindhu Sagar in old days.