Pendawala Duliram in Vadodara has been crafting iconic Mathura Pedas since 1862. Loved by royals, including Queen Victoria, the shop blends tradition with modernity.
Princess Catherine Duleep Singh, the second daughter of Maharaja Duleep Singh, was a woman who used her wealth and influence to help many German-Jewish families escape Nazi Germany and find refuge in England.
Princess Victoria Gowramma was the daughter of Chikavira Rajendra, the last King of the Kodagu (Coorg) kingdom, and was adopted as a godchild by Queen Victoria and converted to Christianity. But her diasporic story is not quite a fairytale one would hope.
Few Indians know the story of Jenab Aliya Begum a.k.a Malika Kishwar, the remarkable queen of Awadh who lies in an unmarked grave at Père Lachaise cemetery in Paris.
Here is the story of Sophia Duleep Singh, the fiery Indian princess who chose to risk her comfortable and privileged life to fight for causes she felt passionate about.
Based on Shrabani Basu's 2010 book by the same name, the film will portray the relationship between two unlikeliest of characters, brought together by the imperial fate.
Never bought or sold, the fabled diamond changed many hands as it traveled through several dynasties before ending up at the Tower of London. This is the story of Kohinoor's intriguing journey.
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.