History

The women who shaped India's history changed the definitions of what it meant to be a female leader. Here are some of them.

As Hyderabad’s Osmania General Hospital faces the threat of demolition, we take a look back at its legacy and significance, and how it has been witness to some remarkable milestones in the history of medicine.

In these rare photos, we map the moments when India celebrated its biggest milestones in music, and the legendary women and men who transformed the nation’s musical landscape.

Obeetee, one of the oldest luxury handwoven carpet brands in India, was started in 1920 by three British gentlemen in Mirzapur. Today, apart from decorating some of the most influential buildings in the country, it also conducts free training programmes for women, teaching them how to weave carpets.

Whether it’s decadent desserts, rich curries, or lipsmacking snacks, it’s no secret that India has given the world some of its most iconic foods. We picked 10 historic favourites and the fascinating stories of how they came to be.

The Champaran Satyagraha is a landmark chapter in India’s history, and an important catalyst for it was journalist Pir Muhammed Munis, whose letter to Gandhi set the stage for the monumental resistance.

Welcome to our India Breakfast Map, a delightful journey through the diverse flavors that grace our mornings daily. Explore 54 mouthwatering Desi dishes that celebrate the incredible variety of delicious food Indians wake up to. From traditional classics to regional specialties, we've curated a collection of recipes for you to try and savor. Embark on this culinary adventure and discover the essence of India's breakfast delights!

A highly skilled pilot with the Royal Indian Air Force, Biju Patnaik flew a series of high-risk missions and was a strong supporter of India’s freedom struggle before he became a successful entrepreneur and Odisha’s chief minister.

Fearless, brave, and unrelenting, these 12 Indian queens have etched their names in history with their valour and sense of independence.

Manu Nayak’s iconic film Kahi Debe Sandesh was historic in more ways than one. Not only was it among the first to discuss caste discrimination in India, it also gave birth to Chhatisgarhi cinema.