Real Stories

This is a true story experienced by one of my cousins — something beyond explanation, something divine. My cousin owns a building with around six houses rented out to different families. Some time ago, a couple moved into one of these houses. Over the course of six months, they became quite close to my cousin’s family. Eventually, the couple had a baby, and everyone was happy for them. However, a few months after the birth, the wife began acting strangely. She would speak in an unusual manner, and her behavior started scaring her husband. Worried, he called my cousin for help. When my cousin arrived, she was shocked by what she saw — the woman's eyes were wide open, almost unnaturally, and she was saying things like, “Come and apply kumkum to me.” She had already put some kumkum on her forehead herself. At that moment, they realized something divine had taken over her — it seemed like a god had entered her body. She turned to her husband and said, “You promised me something but did...

The Night the Daiva Walked with Him In a quiet village nestled deep in the countryside, there is a long-standing belief—one that everyone holds close to their heart. It is said that during the late hours of the night, the Daiva, a divine guardian spirit, roams the streets to protect the homes and people who believe in its presence. One night, something happened that turned this belief into a chilling reality for my mother’s brother, who is a college lecturer. He had been invited as the chief guest to a school function in a nearby town. The event went well, but by the time he finished and boarded the last bus back to the village, it was nearly 1 AM. When he got down at his stop, he realized the village roads were eerily silent and wrapped in darkness. As he began walking home, the quietness was broken only by the occasional rustle of leaves and the distant howls of stray dogs. Fear crept into his heart—he was only human, after all—and his pulse quickened. He began silently praying fo...

Lunchtime Laughs: A Tale of Dosa Batter and Curd Confusion I'm a math teacher at a Kannada school, and my students absolutely adore me because not only do I teach well, but I also know how to keep the classroom fun and lively. One day, in the rush of the morning, I grabbed my lunch my wife packed for me – she had made dosa batter and packed my lunchbox, but she forgot to include the all-important curd, my breakfast staple. As the day went on, my hunger grew, and I eagerly awaited the lunch break. Finally, when the bell rang, I joined my colleagues in the staff room, where we usually shared our lunches. I happily dished out the food my wife had prepared, but when it came time for curd with rice, I realized the curd was suspiciously hard. My colleague, eyeing it hungrily, asked for some, and without thinking, I handed it over. It was only when I took a bite myself that I realized I had mistaken the dosa batter for curd! Embarrassed and unable to admit my mistake, I quickly excused my...

 Beware the Betrayal: The Sparrow and the Crow Once upon a time, in a forest, there lived two close friends, Sparrow and Crow. Crow's house was built with cow dung, while Sparrow's house was made of twigs and candle wax. Sparrow lived happily with her three kids, while Crow lived alone in his cow dung house. One rainy day, a heavy downpour flooded the forest. Crow's cow dung house melted away in the rain, leaving him drenched and shivering. Seeing Crow's plight, Sparrow invited him into her warm nest to seek shelter. Sparrow trusted Crow completely and offered him a place to sleep beside her kids' room. During the night, Sparrow heard strange sounds like "katum katum" coming from Crow's direction. Concerned, she asked Crow what he was eating. Crow reassured her that he was eating lentils, carrots, and groundnuts that he had brought from his house. However, the next morning, Sparrow was shocked to find her kids missing. After searching frantically, she ...

The Peacock and the Clever Squirrel: A Tale of Humility and Friendship Once upon a time, in a lush forest filled with vibrant colors and captivating sounds, there lived a proud and majestic peacock. Peacock l spent his days strutting through the forest, displaying his iridescent feathers and captivating all who beheld his beauty. But Peacock's vanity often led him to boast about his splendor, much to the annoyance of the other forest creatures. One day, tired of his arrogance, a cunning Squirrel decided to teach Peacock a lesson. Squirrel, with her sleek black fur and piercing green eyes, approached Peacock with a sly smile. "Oh Peacock," she purred, "your feathers may be dazzling, but can they protect you from danger?"Intrigued by Squirrel's challenge, Peacock agreed to a competition. Squirrel proposed a series of challenges that would test both their strength and cunning. First, they raced through the forest, leaping over fallen branches and dodging obstac...

The Malevolent Dwelling: Unveiling the Horrors Within In the shadowy realm of an eerie tale, the narrative unfolds in the quiet corridors of a nursing student's life. This young girl, part of a trio of sisters, lived under the watchful eyes of well-cultured parents who clung to the sternest edges of discipline. The specter of societal expectations and the fear of straying down treacherous paths loomed over the sisters like an ominous fog. Her family, though humble due to her father's modest occupation as a goldsmith, managed to invest in her education. She embarked on her nursing journey, excelling academically despite the family's financial constraints. A recent move to a seemingly innocuous yet affordable house marked the beginning of a descent into darkness. As the moon waned on amavase nights, an unsettling transformation gripped the young girl. Strange behaviors festered beneath the surface, unnoticed by her oblivious parents. A cycle of weird occurrences marked each a...

  Dreadful Nuptials: A Haunting Tale of Love and the Malevolent Night Journey In the eerie tale of a couple, a man from the IT department sought a girl for marriage. After an exhaustive search, he discovered his dream girl. When he went to meet her, she wore a hauntingly green saree and served him tea. As he took the tea, a chilling smile played on her lips, and he felt like he had stepped into a realm beyond. With bated breath, he proposed, and to his delight, she agreed. They began to date and eventually tied the knot. However, the day of their marriage concealed a horror that lurked in the shadows, unbeknownst to all. After completing the marriage rituals, the couple embarked on their journey to the husband's house. Due to delayed rituals, they set out late into the night, traveling through a desolate area. As they passed through the pitch-dark road, the bride experienced a nightmare. In the dream, a sinister voice vowed to age her rapidly and claim her life within a year. She a...

Whispers in the Shadows: A Chilling Tale of Design Aspirations and Dormant Horrors Hello, I'm a cheerful and aspiring young woman with a passion for design. Determined to pursue my dream, I enrolled in a design course located far from my home. In order to focus on my studies, I opted to stay in the hostel, an experience that completely transformed my life. On the first day at the hostel, I faced the challenges of initiation from the senior students, but eventually, we became friends. While the design training progressed smoothly, I started noticing unsettling signs in the hostel. Despite negative reviews and warnings about its proximity to the training center, I chose to stay there. A peculiar comment caught my attention, suggesting that the hostel might be haunted. Curiosity and a hint of fear lingered as I inquired about it from senior hostel mates, who confirmed the eerie presence and advised caution after midnight. My first night in the hostel was marked by a restless mind fill...

Room 303: The Haunting at The Abandoned Hotel In the eerie hush of the night, gathered around a flickering campfire, my friends and I swapped spine-chilling stories during our engineering trip to Mysore. It was the perfect setting for tales of terror, and one story, in particular, still haunts my nightmares. It was a story shared by a friend, one that his uncle had experienced. Little did I know that this story would plunge us into a nightmarish world more horrifying than any horror movie. His uncle was a successful entrepreneur in the hotel business, owning several establishments in the city. However, he was on the lookout for a new acquisition. One day, he stumbled upon a newspaper advertisement for a hotel being sold at an unbelievably low price. Intrigued, he couldn't resist the temptation to investigate. The location was perfect – in the heart of the city and close to the main roads. With no hesitation, he decided to buy the hotel. After the paperwork was completed, he became ...

In the dimly lit room, I gathered my friends around, eager to share a chilling tale passed down from my grandfather. Before I recount his bone-chilling encounter, allow me to paint a picture of my dear grandfather—a joyful and talented man, skilled in music, capable of playing the flute, tabla, piano, and more. He was a maestro in dance, mastering the art of both Kathak and Bharatanatyam. Yet, amidst all his passions, one thing held a peculiar grip on his heart—fish. He couldn't bear a day without this aquatic delicacy; it had to accompany every meal, or he'd refuse to eat anything else. This eerie tale harks back some forty years, to a time when the world was a vastly different place. My grandfather resided in a quaint little village known as Kumta. In those days, the road leading to his home was a haunting path. No streetlights dared to pierce the darkness, and dense forests loomed ominously on either side. But things have changed drastically since then, as you'll soon se...

 Haunted Hotel Experience It was a seemingly ordinary day, and I had completed my routine tasks at home – brushing, bathing, having breakfast, and getting ready for work. I was fortunate to have the option to work from home, which I preferred, as I didn't want to lead the bustling life of Bangalore. Despite its beauty and charm, Bangalore had always felt like a place where people journeyed to earn and start anew. Nevertheless, due to work, I found myself back in my hometown, sitting at my desk, opening my laptop to begin my daily tasks. The day progressed smoothly, and as usual, I attended the daily huddle at 5 pm. To my dismay, my manager informed me that I had to travel to Bangalore to meet a client. Although it was only for two days, I couldn't help but sigh at the thought of returning to the city. My manager, however, offered accommodation for those two days at a hotel near the client's location. Grudgingly, I agreed and began searching for a suitable hotel. After readi...

 Mystery Encounter Unforgettable Once upon a time, a group of friends attending school hatched a plan to take an early morning walk at 4 AM. They prepared for the adventure by gathering essential items like torches. The destination they chose was a serene green area, devoid of street lights, promising an exciting and enjoyable experience. Excitedly, they set out on their journey, illuminating their path with the aid of torchlights. As they strolled along, immersed in laughter and banter, an unexpected twist took place when one of the torchlights suddenly ceased to function, plunging them into total darkness. In the midst of this confusion, the group of friends, consisting of both senior and junior boys and girls, began to feel a sense of unease in this forested area. It was at this moment that they heard a faint voice approaching them—a voice that belonged to a mysterious grandma figure. Initially startled, they gradually felt at ease in her presence and struck up a conversation. G...

 "The Cursed Abode: A Mother and Daughter's Encounter with an Unseen Evil" Once upon a time, there was a lovely family comprising a caring mother, a hardworking father, and their adorable daughter. Sadly, the father was offered a new job opportunity in a distant country. Although it saddened him to leave his family behind, he knew it was an opportunity he couldn't pass up, especially since he couldn't afford to relocate them.The mother, while understanding her husband's predicament, supported his decision, seeing it as a chance for his career growth. With a heavy heart, the father bid farewell and embarked on his journey to the foreign land, leaving behind the mother and daughter in a new house they had recently moved into. Little did they know that the seemingly innocent house would become the epicenter of their nightmares. The mother noticed a strange phenomenon—the neighbors seemed distant and refused to engage in any interaction. This puzzled her greatly, ...

Ajji's Stories Tales from Grandma's Table: Nourishing Imaginations One Story at a Time The Natural Instinct: Understanding Why Hens Dig and Search for Food Once upon a time, in a land where hens and eagles coexisted, they formed an unlikely friendship. They shared a mutual respect and looked out for one another. However, a time of war befell the land, and the eagles had to leave their nests to defend their territory. Before departing, the eagle leader approached the hens and requested their assistance in protecting their precious offspring during the conflict. He solemnly warned the hens that if any harm befell the eagle chicks, the eagles would be forced to take retribution by consuming the hens' own chicks in return. Understanding the gravity of the situation, the hens eagerly agreed to help. The hens, determined to keep their promise, devised a plan to safeguard the eagle chicks. They constructed sturdy cages and securely locked them with keys, ensuring the young eagles ...