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Hey kids! Welcome back to KidsCast! Today we will be visiting the Golden City: Jaisalmer!  Jaisalmer is a beautiful city located in the state of Rajasthan, India. It's known as the "Golden City" because of the golden sands of the Thar Desert that surround it. Now, let us visit this magical place! History of Jaisalmer: The origins of Jaisalmer can be traced back to the 12th century when Rawal Jaisal, a Bhati Rajput king, founded the city. Legend says that Jaisal, the youngest of six sons, established the city after consulting a hermit named Eesaal. He chose Trikuta Hill as the site for his new capital and built a majestic fort on top of it, which came to be known as Jaisalmer Fort or Sonar Quila. Jaisalmer became a prosperous trading center along the Silk Route, trading silk, spices, and precious stones. In the 16th century, it came under Mughal rule and reached its golden era. However, the decline of the Mughal Empire in the 18th century brought instability, with frequen...

  Hello Kids! Welcome back to KidsCast! Have you ever heard of the army, military, bombs or guns? Sometimes on the news you would've heard someone telling you there is some war or something? War is a very disappointing situation, yet we all should be aware of what it is, and why it happens. So in this article, we'll understand and get to know all of this. So let's begin!  Different Places, Different People: Before we understand what is war anyways, let's take a look at the whole world. We live in a world, which is full of different places. That means, there will be a lot of different people as well. Why? Because each place would have its own beliefs, thinking, culture, customs, traditions and religion. So we can conclude, that the world has a lot of different people, and hence every place differs in various things of their people, like their language, beliefs, thinking, culture, traditions, etc.  What is War, then? Now as the world has so many different people, with di...

  Hey Kids! Welcome to KidsCast! And welcome to this article too. Just for your information, you wouldn't learn anything in this article but know the truth . It is a myth-buster and an open-charge attack on almost all schools in the world!  Have you ever wondered why are students judged on the basis of their marks, and not other abilities? Have you ever wondered why schools charge so much fees? Have you ever thought of the daily challenges teachers face even apart from teaching? Well, in this article, we will understand every  aspect of what REALLY happens behind the scenes in schools, when students are studying... Let's begin! The Education Business: The REAL face of Private Schools Many years back, education was provided at very low costs, because the priority was not to earn priceless amounts of money but to civilise students, share knowledge with kids, and enhance their skills. But the recent development in many countries saw the rise of many greedy and corrupt peopl...

Hello Kids! Welcome back to KidsCast ! Today, we will talk about the ghosts of the mountains, not literal ghosts! We are talking about Snow Leopards here! They a re one of the most fascinating and elusive animals in the world. They are known as "ghosts of the mountains" because of their elusive nature and their ability to blend in with the snow! Now, let us talk about them in more detail! Physical Characteristics: Snow leopards are known for their beautiful, thick fur that is covered in spots. These spots help them blend in with their surroundings, making it easier for them to hunt and avoid predators. Snow leopards have large, powerful legs that help them navigate the steep, rocky terrain of their mountain habitats. They also have long, thick tails that help them balance in the snow. Habitat: Snow leopards live in the high mountains of Central Asia , including the Himalayas , the Altai Mountains, and the Tibetan Plateau . They prefer rocky terrain with steep slopes, as wel...

Hey kids! Welcome back to KidsCast! Did you hear that many people lost their lives, and a lot of property was damaged in Türkiye, Syria, Tajikistan, and Afghanistan? Do you know why? It was because of an Earthquake. But what is that? Let's see. What are Earthquakes? The destruction caused by an Earthquake Earthquakes are natural disasters or phenomena that occur when the Earth's tectonic plates move and shift against each other. The Earth's crust is made up of several large, rigid plates that float on top of the hot and soft mantle layer beneath. These plates are constantly moving and interacting with each other, but the boundaries between them can get stuck and build up pressure over time. When this pressure is released suddenly, it causes the ground to shake and can lead to an earthquake. How are Earthquakes caused? Earthquakes can be caused by several factors, including: Tectonic plate activity: This is the most common cause of earthquakes. As the tectonic plates move...

Hey there kids! How are y'all doing? Welcome to KidsCast! We're back with another lovely article for all of you guys! Today, we'll talk about how the moon shines!  Have you ever looked up at the night sky and wondered why the moon shines so brightly? Well, now let us explore that! How does it shine? First, it's important to know that the moon does not actually produce its own light. The moon reflects light from the sun! When the sun shines on the moon, the moon's surface reflects the light back to Earth. This is why the moon appears to shine in the night sky. The moon's surface is covered in a layer of fine dust called regolith . This regolith is made up of tiny particles that reflect light in all directions. When the sun's light hits the moon's surface, it reflects off these particles and back to Earth. In conclusion, the moon shines because it reflects the light of the sun. The amount of light it reflects depends on several factors, and the moon...