History

Enshrined in folklore, documented in historical texts and reflected in the daily lives of people is a multitude of evidence that supports the fact that coexistence with nature has been an integral part of Indian culture since time immemorial.

Arguably the largest library of music recordings in the country, All India Radio's sound archives also contain a rare and invaluable collection of historic speeches given by eminent Indians.

Along with the local legends and historical chronicles, the jewels and jewellery that have survived from different periods and different parts of India provide evidence of an ornament making tradition without parallel in the world.

Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, or Baba Saheb, as he is fondly known, is one of the most widely respected figures for his role in campaigning against discrimination, and for being the principal architect of the Indian Constitution. Unfortunately, his legacy continues to suffer, mired in the middle of India’s ongoing debate about caste and reservations.

Such was the sway of the founding father of RAW, that even the intelligence agents in his unit were know as the "Kaoboys."

A walk down history with some of the world's greatest leaders!

Many of Kolkata’s heritage buildings are in dire need of renovation. Archaeologist Tathagata Neogi’s new initiative seeks to empower the city’s residents to save and spruce up these remnants of history.

If there has been one sweet dish that has been a true 'game changer' of the way sweets are perceived and eaten in India, it has to be the luscious rasgulla. This story traces the interesting origins of this iconic Indian sweet.

Author of the beautifully rendered literary masterpiece, "The Jungle Book", Rudyard Kipling shared an intrinsic bond with India, especially Mumbai. On his 82nd death anniversary, we remember the literary giant who captured the flavour of India to a point where it became folklore.

Here is the fascinating story of how India's first-ever indigenous supercomputer was made, a major milestone in modern India’s technological odyssey.