History

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.

Kishori Mohan Bandyopadhyay made significant contributions to Nobel Prize winner Ronald Ross' malaria research as his lab assistant, but never received due recognition for his work. The Bengali scientist went on to play a crucial role in combating malaria in India.

The descendant of King Wajid Ali Shah and Begum Hazrat Mahal, Manzilat runs a home diner that keeps a number of royal delicacies alive, in particular the Kolkata Biryani, which she says has deep roots in the region of Lucknow.

Museologist Deepthi Sasidharan gives us a glimpse of her archival repository with 7 rare and historical items from across India’s history and the stories behind them.