Fairytales of India podcast brings to you stories of Kings and Queens, of Princes and Fairies, of crafty wizards and magical beasts. These are classic tales of adventure, magic and drama, brought to you in a new avatar by gaathastory. Experience a magical ride with new stories every week. You can subscribe to Fairytales of India podcast on your favourite podcasting website or apps including Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Spotify, and many more. New episodes of Fairytales of India podcast are avai ...
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The story revolves around two princes, the sons of a king, who follow different paths in life. The king, worried about leaving his wealth to his sons, asks an old friend, a hermit, to bury his treasure in his hermitage. The king dies, and the two brothers quarrel over the kingdom. The younger prince, driven out of the city, seeks guidance from the …
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The phrase "spinning a tale" often refers to telling a lie or recounting something highly improbable. In the delightful story "Spinning a Tall Tale," we encounter a clever play on words, as the tales spun by the characters are indeed about tall people and extraordinary events. This traditional Indian tale, adapted from the Olive Fairy book and rewr…
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Today, we're diving deep into the enchanting story of the Turtle Prince, a tale that has captured hearts and imaginations across various cultures and regions of India. This story, with its multiple versions and interpretations, showcases the rich tapestry of Indian storytelling traditions. The tales for today's episode were narrated by Amar Vyas an…
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Once upon a time, high up in the mountains, there was a lake inhabited by a giant crab, larger than any crab imaginable—bigger than a car, even a truck, with claws as big as motorbikes. This colossal crab lived alone in the lake, preying on the animals that came to drink water. Deer, antelopes, foxes, wolves, lions, tigers, and elephants frequented…
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The Story of Dhola and Maru - Folktale from Rajasthan
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The story of Dhola Maru is one of the most popular Rajasthani forklores. Legend says the story was originally from the 8th Century but it is still remembered today and women in Rajasthan continue with the tradition of singing the folksongs praising Dhola and Maru there are many puppet shows and other popular songs associated with Dhola Maru. Listen…
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Our story begins with the arrival of a seemingly holy yogi in Ahmedabad. His reputation for piety grows quickly, attracting the attention of the city's Raja. The king, desperate for a son, begins to seek the yogi's counsel regularly. Impressed by the yogi's apparent holiness, the Raja builds a special shrine within the palace grounds for the yogi t…
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The story is set in the state of Chhattisgarh, specifically in the town of Durg near Raipur, which was previously known as Central Provinces before independence. The story is set in a village where an old woman and her beautiful daughter live alone with a few cows. The daughter helps her mother by selling milk and buttermilk in the village market d…
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The Tale of the Pearls, the Merchant and the Spirit
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In this episode, we decided to bring you not one, but two stories. Actually,They both feature a Bania or a merchant. The tales for today's episode were narrated by Amar Vyas and edited and rewritten for Parikatha Podcast by Amar Vyas for gaathastory.Av gaathastory
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The story begins in a city in northern India, where a seller of scents and essences has a beautiful daughter named Dourani. Dourani is not only known for her beauty but also for her exceptional singing and dancing abilities, which she shares with her fairy friend. Both are highly favored by Indra, the king of the gods. Dourani's hair is like spun g…
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Once there lived a handsome young man named Ram Singh, who, though a favourite with everyone, was unhappy because he had a scold for a step-mother. All day long she went on talking, until the youth was driven so distracted that he determined to go away somewhere and seek his fortune. No sooner had he decided to leave his home than he made his plans…
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The story revolves around a farmer's daughter who is married off to a dog by her father in a fit of rage. However, the dog is actually a king in disguise, and the farmer's daughter is taken to his palace. The farmer later regrets his decision . What happens next? Listen to this story to learn more. The tales for today's episode were narrated by She…
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Once upon a time, in a great and rich city, there reigned a mighty king. He was called by the title of the Great Yellow King. Now this king was cunning and ruthless and cruel to his people. And he always imposed very heavy taxes on them. him, he would throw people into prison for the smallest mistakes and in general he was nasty to everyone. What h…
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The story begins with the tale of Dena, a poor oil seller who lives in a city in India. Dena is struggling to make ends meet, and his business is not doing well. He has borrowed money from a money lender named Lena, who is known for being ruthless in collecting debts. Dena's greed grows, and he decides to go back to the island to collect more rubie…
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The story begins with the introduction of Sukhpal, the youngest son of a landlord, who lives a poor life due to the custom of the eldest son inheriting the father's wealth. Despite his rich brother's reluctance to help him, Sukhpal decides to embark on a journey to find his fortune and does not return until his destiny is fulfilled. He seeks his el…
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The story revolves around a baniya (merchant) who has four sons, each married to a woman. The merchant and his family are banished from the kingdom, and they are not allowed to take any possessions with them except what they are wearing. The youngest daughter-in-law, who is the protagonist, is clever and resourceful. What happens next? Listen to th…
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Tales of Snake Kings: Tulisa and Sukiya
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In this episode, we delve into two enchanting tales of Snake Kings - Tulisa and Sukiya. These stories, rooted in Indian folklore, captivate us with their magical elements and lessons of love, loyalty, and bravery. In the first tale, Tulisa and the Snake King, we meet Tulisa, a woodcutter's daughter, who becomes entangled in a marriage with the myst…
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56: Miss Bandikota Bengalenses visits old caves
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Anansi the spider decides to get the stories out of the box so what does he do? Listen to the story on www.gaathastory.comAv gaathastory
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You can listen to the interesting story of the maldhok bird from Rajasthan only on www.gaathastory.com You can listen to the Hindi version of the story by clicking the link below : https://audioboom.com/posts/7583745-marubhumi-mein-maldhokAv gaathastory
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53: Anansi the Crows and the crocodile
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This is the story of Anansi the clever crow and the crocodile. This story is narrated by Sheerali Biju . You can subscribe to this podcast by visiting www.gaathastory.com or writing us an email at contact@gaathastory.com. You can also send us a message by sending a message on WhatsApp at +91-9850800464 with the words \"Subscribe Baalgatha\". Thanks…
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Counting on Moru is a story of a boy who does not like to go to school. A new teacher comes to school , what happens next? Listen to the story on www.gathastory.com You can listen to the Hindi version of the story by clicking the link below: https://audioboom.com/posts/7419641-moru-ek-paheliAv gaathastory
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The story is about the elephant bird which have gone extinct now.... You can listen to the hindi version of the story by clicking the link below: https://audioboom.com/posts/7551112-vishalkay-ek-gajapakshiAv gaathastory
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The Blind Beggar of Baghdad is the story from Arabian Nights which is inspired from katha haritsagarAv gaathastory
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Paplu is one giant who is not like the usual giants (evil and cruel). Infact, Paplu loves helping others. What happens next and how does he fight with the bandit Angara? Listen to the story on www.gaathastory.com. This story was made possible by Pratham Books\' StoryWeaver platform. Author: Ramendra Kumar. Content under Creative Commons licenses 4.…
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Long time ago, a jackal and partridge are friends. Listen to their story of adventure on www.gaathastory.comAv gaathastory
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Meghan and the bridge of life is the last part in the three part adventure series of Meghan. Listen to the amazing story on www.gaathastory.com You can listen to the Hindi version of the story by clicking the link below: https://audioboom.com/posts/7536969-meghan-aur-jeevan-ka-poolAv gaathastory
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45: Meghan and the Princess of Death
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Meghan and the princess of death is part 2 in the Meghan\'s adventure series. Listen to the amazing story on www.gaathastory.com You can listen to the Hindi version of the story by clicking the link below: https://audioboom.com/posts/7549063-meghan-aur-maut-ki-rajkumariAv gaathastory
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Meghan and the moving rock is the first in the three part series of the adventures of Meghan.Listen to the amazing story on www.gaathastory.com You can listen to the Hindi version of the story by clicking the link below: https://audioboom.com/posts/7548950-meghan-aur-chalte-chattan-ki-paheliAv gaathastory
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The king aspires to conquer the entire world for which he will have to catch a golden bird. What happens next? Listen to the amazing story on www.gaathastory.comAv gaathastory
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Once upon a time, the hare had a big tail but what happened due to which his tail got tiny and small? Listen to the amazing story on www.gaathastory.comAv gaathastory
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This story is about the Himalayan bear Bhabloo who one night goes on an adventure to reach the moon. What happens next and how does he get a beautiful V on his chest...listen to the story on www.gaathastory.com to find that out...Av gaathastory
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This story is about a cat, mouse, lizard and owl who stay in the banyan tree. The mouse is scared of the cat and owl. Lizard is scared of all while the owl is scared of the cat. One day a hunter comes near the tree and put a net. The cat get caught in it...what happens next ? Listen to this story on www.gaathastory.com…
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Rats are everywhere in the village! They are destroying rice paddies, wheat fields and chewing clothes and books to bits. The villagers request Uncle Owl to help them scare off the devilish rats.Av gaathastory
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An evil witch curses the village, causing children to turn into scary creatures. Only Sam and Soy are free from the curse. Will Sam and Soy continue to escape the witch’s curse? Will the other children stay scary creatures forever?Av gaathastory
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The King of Mkolokolo offers his crown to anyone who can capture the snake that is tormenting his village. Mighty villagers from across the land take on the challenge. But what happens when a small girl asks for her turn?Av gaathastory
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A quirquincho and a fox are very good friends and spend all their time together having fun. But one sunny morning, the quirquincho decides to start working, while his friend, the fox, has other plans... What happens next ..listen to the amazing story on www.gaathastory.comAv gaathastory
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Utanka was a disciple of Veda . After completing his education, his guru\'s wife asks for a beautiful pair of ear -rings as guru-dakshina before the yagna which is 3 days away but Takshaka- the serpent king steals it from Utanka. What will he do next? Will he be able to get it before the yagna or get cursed by his guru-mother? Listen to this amazin…
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The story of Vashishtha and Vishwamitra
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Kids do you know that the rivers Sutlej and Beas flow from the Himalayas into the states of Punjab and go upto Pakistan ? Do you know that they are known by other name as well? Also do you know how their stories are related to the rivalry between Rishi Vashishtha and Rishi Vishwamitra ? Listen to the story now...…
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Children do you know why Garuda is considered the king of birds and why serpents fear him? The serpents and Garuda were the children of rishi Kashyap then why is animosity between them? Listen to this amazing story now ….Av gaathastory
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Chyavana was the son of Rishi Bhrigu and Pauloma but do you know the meaning of chyavana- the one who fell from the womb. The child born was bright like the sun and he killed the Rakshasa who kidnapped his mother...let\'s know how...Av gaathastory
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The samudra Manthana (i.e churning of the Oceans ) explains the origin of Amrit , the nectar of immortality. For this mission..the Devas and Asuras unite and decide to divide the Amrit equally among them...But are they successful...listen to this story now...Av gaathastory
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How Kaccha the handsome son of Brihaspati goes to Sukracharya for learning the mantra of bringing back the dead to life...interesting isn\'t it. He and Devyani- Sukracharya\'s daughter fall in love.what happens next?Av gaathastory
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The story of how the Prince Dhruv did penance to impress Lord Vishnu and got the boon...to be the Star in the sky. The name of the star is Pole StarAv gaathastory
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The Merchant\'s Son and The Charmed Ring
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The Charmed Ring. This is the story about a merchant\'s son who is helped by a cat, a dog and a snake.This story was translated into English by Joseph Jacobs in the early 20th century. You can listen to this and many such stories on our website https://mlftpodcast.in. Theme Music Frost Waltz by Kevin Macleod (Incompetech). Sound effects from Soundb…
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There was once a farmer named Bhikhu who suffered much due to a money- lender. Inspite of the harvest being good or bad, he was always poor and the money-lender rich. What does the farmer do next to change the situation and become rich? Is he successful to outwit the money lender ?Listen to the story…
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The story of how Ashtika was born ...son of Jaratkaru and Jaratkaru....(imagine both the parents having the same name). A legend was born to save the snakes from the great Janmajaya\'s snake -sacrifice, is he successful?Av gaathastory
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