Ashoka

Mauryan emperor Ashoka reigned over one of the largest, most cosmopolitan and most powerful empires in South Asia. His visionary values and adminstrative genius would have remained unknown if not for the discovery of the Ashokan rock edicts.

“When I was in grade 9, I started taking an active interest in working on issues around air pollution. I have worked with United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), Delhi Metro, and also with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) on various issues pertaining to the environment,” says the proactive teenager.

The trees we see around us everyday have harbour hidden properties that not many of us know about! Here's a quick guide to some common trees!

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.

Given how ubiquitous a cup of chai is across India, and how chai drinking transcends all boundaries, it come as a surprise that not many Indians know about the fascinating history of tea in India. So, on the 12th International Tea Day, appreciate the origins of your favorite cuppa as we reveal the story of how tea become an inevitable part of Indian lives.

As New Delhi grapples with the worst smog in 17 years, a growing public outcry has forced the government to adopt tougher measures. However, governance with a focus on clean environment and wildlife conservation in India dates back to 3rd century BC, during the time of Chandragupta Maurya and Ashoka.

Poor quality of education as well as antiquated methods of teaching drove Lewitt Somarajan to bring about change in education through his venture, LIFE Labs.

The history of Indian currency not only spans centuries but also boasts quite a fascinating past. Read on for a brief glimpse of India’s – and your wallet’s – financial history.

If you take pride in your ability to solve even the toughest of riddles, here is a list of the greatest unsolved mysteries in Indian history.

He is best known for receiving a Nobel Peace Prize in 2014. But did you know that Kailash Satyarthi has been fighting to protect and ensure children's' rights for three decades now? Here are 5 things that you need to know about this change-maker.