TriviaTales & Captures! #30
A voyage through 3 trivia’s, 2 fun facts, 1 photograph.
A newsletter recommending good examples of storytelling across:
3 Trivia
2 Fun Facts, and
1 Photograph.
Let's dive in…
Trivia’s:
1. Sports:
In the design of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic medals, we see hexagon shape, used as a symbol on the medals. Why is this shape used and what is its significance?
2. History:
A great Carthaginian general, surprised the Roman Republic by leading his army across a mountain range during the Second Punic War. This move not only disrupted Roman defenses but also included a unique and terrifying weapon – a contingent of massive, armored creatures historically known for their trumpeting fury. While these living battering rams instilled fear and chaos in enemy ranks initially, the Romans, ever resourceful, developed effective counters, turning the tide of battle.
What were these unique and colossal "armored vehicles" Hannibal employed in his invasion, a symbol of both power and logistical challenge that ultimately dwindled in number throughout the war?
3. Business:
In the 1920s, this brand was initially advertised as a ladylike filter with a red band to hide lipstick stains, called "Beauty Tips to Keep the Paper from Your Lips." Later introducing a lineup of manly figures, with the cowboy becoming the iconic symbol. The brand saw a significant rise in market share and became known for its "________ Man" campaign, in its TV ads. Over the years, it has also been associated with sports, particularly through partnerships with McLaren and Ferrari teams.
What is this brand?
Fun Facts:
In the mid-1990s, Bharat Bala, a rising star in advertising, was challenged by his freedom fighter father to "sell India to Indians" instead of just selling soap. Inspired, Bala teamed up with his friend A.R. Rahman and lyricist Mehboob created a patriotic song that young people would actually sing, not just respect. Mehboob wrote "Maa Tujhe Salaam," capturing the essence of new India, and "Yahan Vahan Saara Jahan," speaking to the love NRIs have for their homeland.
With the album ready, Rahman and Bala presented it at a Sony Music conference in Manila. Sridhar Subramaniam, Sony Music India's marketing director, knew it was a hit and secured the rights. Released just two days before India's 50th Independence Day in 1997, the album became an instant sensation, selling 500,000 cassettes in one week and 1.5 million copies overall. This marked the arrival of new India in style.
The National Gopal Ratna Award, one of the highest national awards in the livestock and dairy sector, has been encouraging milk stakeholders since 2021. Under the Rashtriya Gokul Mission, launched in 2014 to conserve indigenous bovine breeds, the award honors:
- Best Dairy Farmer (Indigenous Cattle/Buffalo)
- Best Dairy Cooperative Society/Milk Producer Company/Dairy Farmer Producer Organization
- Best Artificial Insemination Technician
A special category also boosts dairy development in the North Eastern Region (NER). This initiative showcases India's commitment to enhancing its dairy industry!
Photograph of the Day:
Subhas Chandra Bose Statue at India Gate:
It stands as a tribute to one of India's most prominent freedom fighters. The statue is crafted from Krushna Shila, a type of black granite sourced from Telangana. The statue was designed and sculpted by renowned artist Adwaita Gadanayak, the Director-General of the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA). Positioned under the canopy that once housed the statue of King George V, it now symbolizes India's shift from colonial rule to independence. The statue was unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 8, 2022. This statue is not just a piece of art but a symbol of India's resilience, strength, and unyielding spirit in the face of oppression.
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Answers:
The hexagon shape is used on the medals to symbolize France itself, as the country is often referred to as "the Hexagon" due to its geometric shape.
Elephant Cavalry
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