Lurking Stories: Lost And Forgotten

History is full of mysteries, but some hit closer to home—ones that leave behind whispers of conspiracy, unanswered questions, and eerie coincidences. One such enigma is the sudden and shocking death of India’s second Prime Minister,  Lal Bahadur Shastri. Picture this: It’s January 10, 1966. Shastri has just signed the  Tashkent Agreement ,  a crucial peace deal with Pakistan after a brutal war. Hours later, he is declared dead.  Official cause? A heart attack.  Case closed, right? Not quite. From his family’s doubts to missing autopsy reports, Cold War espionage theories, and a suspicious glass of milk—Shastri’s death has all the elements of a political thriller.  Was it natural, or was there something far more sinister at play? Buckle up as we dive into one of India’s most debated mysteries—a tale of power, politics, and unanswered questions that refuse to fade with time. Was it a natural death, or was there more to the story? Let’s explore the various th...

The relentless fury of wildfires lighting up the Californian night sky, a grim reminder of nature’s power and humanity’s vulnerability. Source: Business Standard, " California Wildfires ,". Accessed January 24, 2025 When you think of Los Angeles, the dazzling lights of Hollywood might come to mind. But beneath the glitz and glamour lies a darker, fiery narrative. The City of Angels has battled relentless wildfires, often shrouded in mystery,  hence, people of Los Angeles remember these instances that have witnessed different theories and speculations with these very incidents.  Below, this blog outlines some of the famous Los Angeles wildfire-related mysteries including examining the theories of what happened or really happened, but not many will know these happenings too. 1. The Palisades Fire: Human Negligence or Arson? In January 2025, the Palisades Fire emerged as one of the most destructive wildfires in Los Angeles' history, burning through nearly 30,000 acres and ra...

Red Light, Green Light...Red Light, Green Light....! Sounded fun when we all were kids, right? This was one of my favourite games when I was 6. But after seeing people play it on the Netflix show, Squid Game, it turned into a nightmare for me. When Squid Game premiered on Netflix in 2021, it was much more than any other series. It was a cultural touchstone that drew millions of viewers. It offered a deep and thought-provoking look at some of society's biggest issues. It did not only entertain but also forced the world to consider the issues of economic inequality, human desperation, and moral decay. An easy premise but haunting: 456 gamblers, all drowning in debt, find themselves pulled into a game of survival through childhood games where losing proves lethal.  Squid Game grabs attention with shocking visuals and an intense plot, but it stands out for its deeper messages. It highlights society's struggles, the burden of history, and human resilience. These themes set it apart ...

The dark web has always carried an air of mystery. While most of us stick to the regular internet browsing social media, reading news, or shopping online but there’s a hidden layer of the web that operates outside the boundaries of normal search engines. This hidden layer, known as the dark web, is infamous for its association with illegal activities and chilling stories that sound straight out of a crime novel. In this blog, we’ll dive into some of the most infamous tales from the dark web including the ones that have shocked the world and made headlines. 1. The Silk Road: The Dark Web’s First Mega Marketplace In 2011, the Silk Road emerged as a revolutionary online marketplace. Think of it as Amazon, but for illegal goods. Created by Ross Ulbricht, under the pseudonym "Dread Pirate Roberts," Silk Road offered everything from drugs to fake IDs. It operated on the Tor network and used Bitcoin to keep transactions anonymous. For two years, Silk Road became the hub of the dark ...

When it comes to the internet, most of us think about what we use every day: websites like Google, YouTube, Instagram and Amazon. But this visible part of the Internet, called the background, is just the tip of the iceberg. Underneath that is a huge, hidden layer of the Internet called the Deep Web. Even deep within this hidden world is a murky, often incomprehensible realm called the Dark Web. If you have ever wondered what makes the difference between the deep web and the dark web, this blog is here to demystify these terms and guide you through their meanings and implications in the end you will have an understanding clarity in their design, use, and feasibility risks. Dark web is like an ocean and to deep dive into it, you would love to read our detailed article on The Dark Web and What lies beneath the surface. The Layers of the Internet: A quick overview To understand the difference between the deep web and the dark web, think of the internet as an iceberg: The Surface Web: A sm...