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Join us in this magical Bengali folktale, The Indigent Brahman, where a poor but devoted Brahmin receives a wonderful gift from Goddess Durga—a magical handi that can produce as much delicious mudki as he wishes! Just when his family’s troubles seem to be over, a greedy innkeeper tricks him and steals his precious gift. But the clever Brahmin doesn’t give up easily. With faith, patience, and a little divine magic, he finds a surprising way to turn the tables!Filled with magic, adventure, and an unexpected twist, this delightful story teaches children that greed can lead to trouble, while honesty, faith, and clever thinking can help us overcome even the toughest challenges. Tune in and enjoy this enchanting tale with your little ones!

When the demon Durgamasura plunged the world into a terrible drought, leaving humans, animals, and birds desperate for food and water, Goddess Adi Shakti appeared in her compassionate form as Devi Shatakshi. Her divine tears brought rain back to the parched earth, while as Devi Shakambhari, she nourished the world with fruits, vegetables, and vegetation. Finally, she defeated Durgamasura and restored balance to the universe.This beautiful story reminds us that a mother's greatest strength lies not only in destroying evil, but also in nurturing life, easing suffering, and protecting all her children.Jai Maa Shatakshi! Jai Maa Shakambhari!

Watch the video & follow on https://www.instagram.com/storytokri/Have you ever wondered about the story behind the powerful Mahamrityunjaya Mantra?This is the story of Sage Markandeya—a remarkable child whose life was destined to end at the age of sixteen. When the moment of his destined death arrived and Yama came to claim him, Markandeya did not surrender to fear. Instead, he turned to Lord Shiva with unwavering faith.What happened when Yama came for him? How did Lord Shiva appear to protect his young devotee? And how did this story become associated with the powerful Mahamrityunjaya Mantra?Listen to this timeless tale of faith, courage and devotion, told in a simple and engaging way for children and adults alike.

In part 2, animals gradually take over the society complex from residents.

Watch the animation on https://www.instagram.com/storytokri/Welcome to Part 1 of "Animals in Our Apartment Complex", where one ordinary morning turns into complete chaos! An elephant occupies visitor parking, dogs become security guards, monkeys start a food delivery service, and a giraffe develops a surprising interest in everyone's balconies.As Mama and Beti try to make sense of the madness, they discover that the animals aren't just visiting—they're organizing. And when an emergency society meeting is called by a lion, one question remains:Have humans just lost control of their own apartment complex?

https://www.instagram.com/sneha.storyteller/https://www.youtube.com/@storytokriA delicious sweet called Kadubu, a forgetful boy named Chandu, and one tiny mistake that leads to a hilarious chain of confusion!Join Chandu on this funny folktale adventure as he tries his best to remember the name of his favorite sweet—but things don't go quite as planned. Full of laughter, surprises, and classic folk-tale charm, this story is perfect for children and families to enjoy together.

For safe screen-free option, visit www.youtube.com/@storytokriWhat if, for just one day, all the grown-ups had to ask children for permission before doing anything?Can Papa have his morning chai? ☕ Can teachers give homework?

In this hanuman Jayanti special episode, we explore the fascinating childhood story of Hanuman and how he came to be known by this powerful name. As a playful and fearless child, Hanuman once mistook the rising sun for a ripe fruit and leapt into the sky to grab it. Alarmed by this, the god Indra struck him with his thunderbolt, hitting his jaw.The word “Hanu” means chin/jaw, and “man” refers to someone distinguished—giving rise to the name Hanuman, meaning “the one with a prominent or injured jaw.”To register for 'EPIC BHARAT TALES' program, go to our insta page and drop a messagehttps://www.instagram.com/storytokri/

Forget magical wands and fingers because here comes Meera, the girl who can 'sneeze' the magic around. Rudrapur is used to strange magical happenings but something big happens when Thakur Raghuvir comes to Rudrapur along with his son and wife. Listen to find out!

In a dusty village named Hakimpur, meet an old blind woman whose sightless eyes see deeper than most. Desperate for a cure, she turns to the greediest hakim in town.But when greed blinds the healer… who will truly see the light? Tune in for this clever folktale of wit, deception, and sweet revenge.

To what extent would you go to stake a claim on one, just one gulab-jaamun? Find out in this hilarious folktale about an old couple's love for the delicious sweet Gulab-jaamun.Connect with Sneha: https://storytokri.com/https://www.facebook.com/StoryTokrihttps://www.instagram.com/storytokri/

In this episode, we delve into the heartwarming and poignant short story "Kabuliwala" by Rabindranath Tagore. Join us as we explore the narrative of a Kabul-based merchant and his unexpected friendship with a young Bengali girl. Connect with Sneha: https://storytokri.com/https://www.facebook.com/StoryTokrihttps://www.instagram.com/storytokri/

Enjoy the witty tale of how an egotistic King learns a lesson on not to mess with nature and natural resources.Connect with Sneha: https://storytokri.com/https://www.facebook.com/StoryTokrihttps://www.instagram.com/storytokri/

Inspired by a Chinese folktale, this is a tale of two villages that grow melons. A conflict arises when one village becomes prosperous and the other struggles. A thought-provoking story that gives an important lesson in conflict resolution.Subscribe at https://storytokri.com/https://www.facebook.com/StoryTokrihttps://www.instagram.com/storytokri/

Siva, the supreme being; the cosmic dancer, is one of the most revered deities in Hinduism. In this episode we will dive into the legend of Shiva establishing his supremacy by revealing his true nature - pure consciousness & energy. Learn how Shiva ended up being worshipped in the form of shivlinga.

A witty story of two unusual friends - Agar 'magar', the crocodile, and Sumdi lomdi, the fox, who try their hands at farming. But the half-witted 'magar' has no idea where exactly the fruits and seeds/grains grow in a plant.Join them in this fun rollicking tale.For more stories, visit https://storytokri.com/https://www.instagram.com/storytokri/

Sher Jung Thapa, also known as the Tiger of Skardu, fought valiantly with his troops for six long months in formidable weather against Pakistani Gilgit Scouts and prevented them from reaching Kargil and Leh. Listen to the story of a forgotten hero's valor. Subscribe at https://storytokri.com/https://www.facebook.com/StoryTokrihttps://www.instagram.com/storytokri/

Bansuriwala, a retelling of the famous 'Pied Piper of Hamelin', is a poem by Safdar Hashmi, playwright and director, best known for his work with street theatre in India. Enjoy the lyrical story of the piper who got rid Hamelin of notorious rats in an unusual way.

In this enchanting retelling of the traditional Bengali folktale, Grandma (Amma) outwits the wild animals who want to devour her, and manages to visit her daughter. On her way back home, using a giant pumpkin, she's able to fool the tiger and the bear, but the fox doesn't fall for the trick. Will Amma be able to reach home safely?For more stories, visit https://storytokri.com/https://www.instagram.com/storytokri/

In this episode, we're diving into the enchanting world of Maa Durga, the mighty Goddess of strength, courage, and protection. Learn the story of how Maa Durga came into existence. She was created by the combined energies of various gods to defeat a powerful demon, Mahishasur. Discover the valuable lessons we can learn from Maa Durga, like the importance of courage, standing up for what's right, and protecting the innocent. For next episodes, visit https://storytokri.com/https://www.facebook.com/StoryTokrihttps://www.instagram.com/storytokri/Disclaimer : Dear listeners, we want to remind you that the stories and myths shared in this podcast are a part of diverse cultural traditions and belief systems. While we strive to provide accurate information and share these tales with respect and cultural sensitivity, it's essential to understand that myths can be open to interpretation. Our goal is to offer educational and entertaining content, but it's important to remember that these stories are the product of thei