History

Johann Kuruvilla is building a repository of stories surrounding the iconic Kochi. His 'Kochi Heritage Project' focuses on the city's art, culture, history, gastronomy and more.

James Augustus Hicky's Bengal Gazette highlighted native struggles in Kolkata, criticised East India Company corruption, and questioned Britain's wars in India.

Meet C Sankaran Nair, the lone Indian on the Viceroy’s council whose decision to resign after the Jallianwala Bagh massacre marked a new chapter in India’s freedom struggle.

Loaded with herbs and spices, these age-old 'pisi loons' from the mountains are not just super healthy, they are delicious enough to liven up any meal!

Scientist, engineer, and entrepreneur, Amar Bose lived a life of milestones, with his company being among the most well-known audio empires today.

After an earthquake in Nepal and Northern Bihar, a British officer discovered Mithila art amidst the ruins and, captivated by its beauty, introduced the art form to the world.

Vociferously fighting for women's rights, Pramila Dandavate helped draft the Women's Reservation Bill for local bodies in 1992.

Discover the inspiring achievements of India’s Nobel Prize winners, celebrated globally for their contributions in multiple fields.

To date, this remains the only example in India's history of a purely cultural intervention attempting to broker peace and end violent conflict!

They risked not only the wrath of the British but also, at times, their lives.