Indian History

Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj, the king of Kolhapur, was known for his legacy of implementing several progressive reforms, his close association with Dr Ambedkar, and his fight against the perils of caste and subjugation of women. Watch this video to know his story.

Searching for offbeat destinations in India that have a touch of history? From Amer to Mysore, we've curated this bucket list of India's best forts and palaces for you to visit

Shaheed Bhagat Singh was not just a revolutionary but also an avid reader, thinker, and writer with a passion for poetry. Here’s the story behind the last time he was photographed.

From Bipan Chandra to Ramachandra Guha - find out the must-read books when studying history for UPSC exams.

Humayun's Tomb to Itimad Ud Daulah, here's a list of nine iconic Indian monuments built by historic women rulers.

Keezhadi excavation, Tamil Nadu: Here are some of the fascinating findings at one of India's most sensational archaeological projects.

The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru was established on 27 May 1909 by Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata. In 112 years the institute has conducted cutting-edge research in various scientific fields and provided innovative solutions.

P C Sorcar, often regarded as the 'Maharajah of Magic', enthralled western audiences with his sensational tricks in the 50s and 60s. We take a look at how he broke through rigid stereotypes to showcase the true talent and legacy of his homeland.

The Hobson-Jobson is an encyclopedic dictionary written in late 19th century by Englishmen Sir Henry Yule and Arthur Coke Burnell. It compiles the etymology, meaning, significance, and usage of several words used in the colonial era, many of which are used in common English today.

On National Vaccination Day, here's how an old oil painting depicting three queens, who were part of the British Raj’s awareness campaign for the smallpox vaccine in India, is still making ripples today.