History

As the 74th Republic Day draws near, here’s reflecting on India’s illustrious saga through the years and, more importantly, the individuals who made these glorious moments possible, in 10 historic photos.

Founded by Pune man Vinit Kenjale, Vintage Miles, considered India's first museum dedicated to vintage two-wheelers, has 500 models of bikes, scooters and mopeds, ranging from Fantabulous by Royal Enfield to Hercules Moped 1967.

Architect Kalpana Ramesh was part of a monumental project to restore the 17th century Bansilalpet stepwell, alongside IAS Arvind Kumar and the Telangana government. She shares how this award-winning project took shape.

Here is a list of eight heritage and vintage bungalows in Kolkata that hold windows to the past and make for a unique stay if you ever visit the erstwhile capital of India.

Meet Ritik Gupta, a resident of Agra who chose not to purse an MBA degree to launch Trocals, a travel startup that helps tourists explore the city’s lesser-known wonders, from the food to the history and heritage.

Denied jobs and education because he came from the Ezhava caste community, Dr Padmanabhan Palpu fought many roadblocks to play a pivotal role in containing the plague in Bangalore, while dedicating himself to dismantle caste-based discrimination.

Did you know that it took 55 years after the first passenger train became operational in India to install toilets on the trains? Here’s a Twitter thread that explains the intriguing exchange that led to this.

Science, history and the film industry have all been shaped by significant moments and India’s iconic people. Here’s a walk down memory lane to revisit such moments.

Once the headquarters of the Maratha Empire, Pune holds a rich history and cultural heritage and boasts numerous forts, palaces and historical monuments.

10 photos that cover the trajectory of India’s evolution and culture, and mark its milestone moments -- from Homi Bhaba’s scientific discovery to independent India’s first woman pilot.