The Fourth State Podcast is a weekly podcast about strange, scary and unexplained phenomenons. In each episode, India’s top horror and mystery writer, K Hari Kumar, explores scary creatures, folklore, conspiracy theories, dreams, speculative and existential questions about reality that have haunted the human mind from the beginning. The podcast is now available on all leading apps like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, Google podcasts, Amazon Music, Anchor.fm, Youtube, etc.
Imagine stepping away for what feels like mere moments, only to return to a world where centuries have passed. This idea, often found in science fiction, has roots far older than modern physics. Ancient civilisations, particularly in India, explored remarkably similar concepts through their rich narratives. At the heart of this lies the ancient King […]
What does it mean to wield ultimate power? Imagine a weapon capable of unmaking existence itself. In Hindu lore, this isn’t just fantasy; it’s the terrifying reality of the Pashupatastra, Lord Shiva’s most destructive force in the cosmos. Its story, however, isn’t solely about annihilation. It delves deep into the crushing responsibility that accompanies absolute
Introduction: When Divine Power Meets Cosmic Necessity What happens when an entire race becomes so dangerous that the creator of the universe must intervene? In Hindu mythology stories, few tales are as gripping as the curse of the Naagas – the powerful serpent beings whose growing malice threatened the very balance of creation itself. This
Have you ever encountered tales of beings both beautiful and terrifying? The Yakshi is one such enigmatic figure from Indian folklore. Perhaps you’ve seen their graceful forms carved on ancient temples, or heard whispers of their seductive allure. But what if the captivating Yakshi harbored an unbelievable duality – a power to grant wishes, and
Have you ever felt a strange presence in an old, quiet space? Or perhaps, wondered about those chilling tales of restless spirits of Indian folklore that simply refuse to move on after death? This profound mystery has captivated, and at times, even frightened humanity for centuries. Why do we, across cultures and continents, believe in
