History

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.

Kaju Katli has conquered India’s ‘mithai’ scene, but whose brainchild is it? History offers us two versions of how this sweet was created.

From A Lalitha, India's first female engineer; to Parvathi Mattancheril, who was the only girl on campus when studying engineering -- these phenomenal women paved the path for empowerment and innovation in the country.

Did you know Jaipur was India's first planned city in 1727, as per UNESCO? The brain behind it was the Rajput 'astronomer prince', Sawai Jai Singh II.

Legendary swimming champion Sachin Nag won India’s only gold medal in swimming at the Asian Games. Yet few know his incredible story.

Padma Shri T S Satyan, renowned as the 'Father of Indian Photojournalism', has captured both monumental events and everyday life in India, reflecting the essence of ordinary people.

Bengaluru's Arun Pai quit his corporate job to start ‘Bangalore Walks’ and use storytelling to showcase the history and heritage of prominent Indian cities.

On 4 October, 2023, India mourned the loss of Anne Wright, a pioneering conservationist who dedicated over five decades to protecting the nation’s wildlife. Wildlife historian Raza Kazmi highlights Anne’s significant contributions — including the Wildlife Protection Act, Project Tiger, and the establishment of the Palamau Tiger Reserve.