History

In 1942, American troops had started entering India in their effort to defend the Chinese war efforts of Chiang Kai-Shek, securing their foothold against the Japanese offensive

In the light of recent events, as women and marginalised communities in India continue to be victims of discrimination and repression, the teachings of the visionary poet who dared to shake the rusted strongholds of an inhumane societal system in the medieval era, deserves a revisit, retrospection and strong application in present-day India.

Discovered in the 1920s, the Indus Valley Civilisation is the oldest known civilisation in the world and shows abundant evidence of people living with their own scriptures, barter systems, baths and culture.

Although recognised for his work during his lifetime, the country has done little to remember this remarkable son of India since.

On his birth anniversary, we celebrate the legend of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw with eight remarkable, yet little-known, stories from his illustrious life.

A path-breaking doctor few Indians know about, Subhash Mukherjee created India's first and the world's second test tube baby using in-vitro fertilisation.

“No pact will bind our hearts. But heroism such as Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi showed is bound in the end to melt the stoniest hearts, melt them into one.”-Mahatma Gandhi

Few Indians know that, in 1961, IAS officer KG Badlani headed Dadra and Nagar Haveli as its prime minister for one whole day. Here's the fascinating story behind this unique incident in Indian polity.

An ambrosial tea full of fresh flavours, Sulaimani chai is admired by many, especially in southern India. But few fans know the fascinating tales behind this tea.

This finding is based on a study by researchers from Max Planck Institute of Science and Human History in Germany and Wildlife Institute of India.