History

Here's why India owes an immeasurable debt of gratitude to the vision, tact and pragmatic diplomacy of Sardar Patel and his brilliant secretary, VP Menon.

The story of the greatest tank battle fought by the Indian army and the unsung hero who led India to a legendary victory.

While the stories of Shivaji’s reign in Maharashtra have attained an almost-cult like status in India, few know about his childhood days in Bengaluru.

One of India’s only three living winners of the Param Vir Chakra, Bana Singh was responsible for giving the Indian army a crucial edge in the Siachen Standoff of 1987.

The iconic monument is second only to the mighty Angkor Wat.

A woman of unflagging courage and spirit, Rani Tarabai Bhonsle of the Marathas left an indelible mark on Indian history. Yet few know her incredible story.

Even today, numerous cases get solved thanks to this method.

The”Wrins” or the Women’s Royal Indian Naval Service played an important role during the World War II. Yet their story remains lost in the pages of history.

The audacious mission commemorated by India’s Navy Day, Operation Trident also proved to be a crucial turning point in the Indo-Pak War of 1971.

A deeply patriotic Hyderabadi who went on to become Netaji Bose’s closest aide, Abid Hasan Safrani was the man who created the iconic slogan, “Jai Hind”.