History

Behind the grand arches and stone walls of India’s historic forts and caves lie hidden acoustic marvels, secret tunnels, and brilliant design tricks — still waiting to be discovered by curious travellers.

The Partition of 1947 resulted in bloodshed, violence and displacement. But it also shaped love stories during that time; one such was that of the couple, Balraj and Bhag Bahri Malhotra.

In 1947, India witnessed Partition. While violence colours most narratives around this historic event, there are also stories of hope, humanity and friendship that emerge. Here’s taking a look at them.

On the morning of 15 August 1995, as the flag unfurled, India took its first step towards becoming a digital powerhouse — with an internet launch that would one day connect over 900 million people.

In 2014, Abu Sufiyan started Purani Dilli Walo Ki Baatein to make heritage walks in Old Delhi much more layered. The years have seen him take guests around some iconic spots, including Hazrat Shah Waliullah Public Library.

What does it mean to truly know a city? For 28-year-old Taqi Abbas, born into Lucknow’s storied Nawabi heritage, it meant unearthing the forgotten corners of his hometown. From documenting artisans like Battu Bhai to stepping inside the Clock Tower, Lucknow Uncovered is more than a page. It’s a love letter to a city that still whispers its past, if you know where to listen.

From vestiges of the past and India’s transport systems to meteorites and fossil specimens, we bet you’ve never visited these museums that take adventure to a whole new level.

From widow remarriage to the right to property and divorce — these early Indian laws gave women power in a time when society barely gave them a voice.

How did people in India keep their homes cool during scorching summers — long before electricity? There’s a centuries-old design hidden in plain sight that might hold the secret. It’s smart, simple, and surprisingly relevant for modern homes facing rising heat today. Here’s why we should be paying attention.

Ardeshir’s predates Coca-Cola, which, records estimate to be an invention of 1886 — two years after Ardeshir’s started in a small rented barrack in Pune.