History

Here’s a look at the untold stories of Odisha’s sea traders and brave sailors, and how the region became a maritime superpower to influence empires and trade across the globe.

A mention of his village in a 13th-century inscription stone led P L Udaya Kumar on a fascinating journey of finding and preserving the ultra-local history of the present Bengaluru localities.

From North India’s jalebi to the Bengali Jilapi and more, the jalebi is historic, versatile, and downright delicious. Watch this video to learn its intriguing history.

From Independence through Emergency and beyond, cartoonist and political satirist Shankar wasn't afraid to make fun of influential leaders.

At this year’s Grammy Awards, composer Ricky Kej took his third win. We take a look at the first Indian to win at the awards, Pandit Ravi Shankar, and how his win created history.

History suggests that idli-sambar might have Indonesian roots. Watch this video to learn all about the fascinating narrations.

When 11 Congress presidents were jailed for violating the ban on Travancore State Congress, Accamma Cherian, known as ‘Jhansi ki Rani of Travancore’, fearlessly led the Kerala youth in a massive historic protest against the then Maharaja.

When Acharya Vinoba Bhave was able to inspire many dacoits to give up violence, his actions inspired the Bollywood classic Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai, which interestingly set the ground for future such acts of surrender.

Raja Ramakrishna Chinna Swamy Naidu from Andhra Pradesh holds an ardent love for anything vintage and ancient. From projectors to cameras and stamps and more, here is a look at his collection.

Monginis is loved across India today, and its origins are just as fantastical as the cakes it sells. Here’s how two Italian brothers made Bombay their home and gave us desserts we relished for generations.