History

We map India’s history to dig out 10 historic letters -- from Nehru and Gandhi to Freud and Tolstoy -- that drove revolutions, called for the freedom of women, strengthened political relations and diplomatic ties, and kept thousands of love stories alive.

Inspired by Netaji Bose, Asha Sahay was 17 when she joined INA's Rani of Jhansi regiment and fought for Indian independence. Her great-granddaughter-in-law, Tanvi Srivastava, has documented her incredible story in the book 'The War Diary of Asha-san'.

From vada pav in Mumbai to Warli art in Palghar, here’s what 10 districts in Maharashtra are best known for (hint: it’s not monuments).

Ghibli-style AI art is flooding social media, catching the attention of many. Beyond this trend, India’s traditional art forms — Madhubani, Kalamkari, and more — offer a world of colour, culture, and history. These centuries-old styles have long blended storytelling with artistry, each carrying its own unique heritage and visual appeal.

Seviyan or vermicelli’s Indian adaptations range from the beloved seviyan kheer in the North to the semiya upma in the South. Let’s explore the ingredient’s versatility as it found its way into the heart of the subcontinent.

Goa was liberated 14 years after India got its independence. While the Portuguese tightened their grip, here are the women who refused to surrender.

Long before sitars and tablas ruled the stage, India resonated with the haunting melodies of the Ravanahatha and the deep tones of the Surbahar. These six forgotten instruments once defined musical traditions, but where are they now? Explore their origins, unique sounds, and the last musicians keeping them alive.

They sparked revolutions whose effects continue to be celebrated across cinema and culture.

Once confined to history books, the Yazh is now being played again, thanks to luthier Tharun Sekar and his band, Uru Paanar. The group is reintroducing ancient Tamil music to modern audiences.

Lateef Mohammed has spent his life collecting antiques from around the world. First-edition books, vinyls in perfect condition, and crystals that date back to dinosaur eras are a few of the treasures that feature in the Old Curiosity Shop in Chennai.