History

The Swadhin Bharat Hindu Hotel in Kolkata, started by Mangobindo Panda, is a century-old pice hotel where Indian freedom fighters like Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose would enjoy Bengali delicacies.

Ananta Sutra, an initiative by the Ministry of Culture on the occasion of India’s 75th Republic Day, is setting up a textile installation featuring 1,900 saris at Kartavya Path. Here's more about this ode to the legacy of the country’s rich weaving heritage.

On his 100th birth anniversary, we remember Madhu Dandavate, a freedom fighter inspired by Mahatma Gandhi who fought for the liberation of Goa, took on the Emergency and improved rail travel for millions with his idea.

When a quadruple murder shocked the then Bombay, it led to a landmark investigation by DCP Vaidyanath Someshwar Sami, known as the ‘Sherlock Holmes’ of Bombay Police. Victims included businessman Muhamed Siddique Choonawala, his family and househelp. Here’s how the DCP went about solving the heinous crime.

Looking for an easy recipe for gajar ka halwa? We have the perfect one, along with a fascinating tale from history to tease your tastebuds.

Not just Gujarat's Garba and Kolkata's Durga Pujo - there are many unique cultural experiences on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. How many have you explored?

The convenor of INTACH's Bengaluru Chapter, Meera Iyer has made the conservation of the city's forgotten heritage her life's mission. Here's the story of what inspired her to do so.

Padma Shri Jagdish Mittal still recalls every story behind the 2000-plus artefacts displayed at his Hyderabad home also known as the 'Jagdish and Kamla Mittal Museum of Indian Art'.

Dhanush is all set to play Ilaiyaraaja in his biopic which is slated to release in 2025. Here's the inspiring story of the legendary composer.

From Parle-G to Lijjat Papad, these iconic food businesses of India had humble beginnings and inspiring stories that led to their success today.