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What Ties Emperor Akbar & 3 Britishers to Rashtrapati Bhawan: A Carpet Biz...
What Ties Emperor Akbar & 3 British Men to Rashtrapati Bhawan: A Carpet Biz Born in Mirzapur At the break of dawn in Hirachak Dehria village in Uttar Pradesh, 31-year-old Rekha Devi assumes her...
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Rare Pics from India’s Musical Past: A Raga Reaches Outer Space, Nation’s...
If one were to chronicle all the music genres that India has given to the world, it is safe to assume the list would be endless. What is fascinating is that the role of Indian music has always gone...
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This Heritage Building in Hyderabad Has Seen the World’s Most Significant...
On July 27, the Telangana government submitted an affidavit before the Telangana High Court announcing its decision to demolish all buildings that form part of the Osmania General Hospital (OGH)...
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Of Revolutions, Freedom & Love Stories: 10 Letters That Shaped India’s History
In India’s history, letters have played a significant role — in driving revolutions, calling for freedom of women, strengthening political relations and diplomatic ties, and keeping thousands of love...
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In Pics: Iconic Indian Women Who Shaped History With Their Will & Voice
When society told them not to pick a career that was male-dominated, they went ahead and did just that. When society asked them to be quiet, they spoke louder about the things they believed in. And...
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‘From My Grandma’s Kitchen to Yours’: Journalist Chronicles History of...
Tanya Abraham, a journalist, grew up in Fort Kochi. Her childhood was largely shaped by two factors — food and history. The women in her home, particularly her grandmother, Annie Burleigh Kurishingal,...
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History in Pics: 8 Legends Who Shaped & Revolutionised Indian Sports
On 17 September, 2023, India clinched the win at the Asia Cup 2023 Final. Deafening cheers and victory screams competed as they filled the Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Any...
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A Royal Physician and Freedom Fighter & The Story Behind India’s Oldest...
It is that time of the year when houses across the country are adorned with flowers and festive lights to welcome ‘Ganapati Bappa’. But do you know the origin story of how this iconic festival came...
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9 GI-Tagged Mithais You Must Try & The Amazing Stories Behind Them
The mithaiwala at the curb on my street is viewed as nothing less than God by his patrons who are regulars at his 100-square-foot shop. While the space behind the glass boasts a certain few sweets —...
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The Forgotten Trailblazer Who First Introduced The Women’s Reservation Bill
The Women’s Reservation Bill called the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam‘ was passed by the Indian Parliament last week, under which, 33 percent of seats in Lok Sabha and state assemblies are promised to...
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A Wrestler’s Accidental Recipe Gave Jaipur Its Favourite Rabri Shop That’s...
Paired with either hot gulab jamun and jalebi or served as a standalone dessert, Rabri is sure to leave its fans tempted. The classic melt-in-your-mouth delight made by simmering milk on low heat and...
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Started As a Haryana Farmer’s Summer Biz, Story of Delhi’s Iconic ‘Kuremal...
Every day, thousands of foodies flock to Old Delhi’s bustling streets on tuk-tuks (rickshaws) and cycle rickshaws to devour the irresistible kulfi (flavoured ice milk) at Kuremal Mohanlal Kulfi in...
View ArticleThis Village Near Kolkata Supplies India More Than 600 Kgs Rabri a Day!
For 44-year-old Kanak Dhada of West Bengal’s Ainya village, the day’s routine is fairly simple but laborious. “I wake up at 5 am, do puja in my house and then make lunch, which I carry to work,”...
View ArticleMeet Kumartuli’s Icon Who Broke The Mold & Became The 1st Woman Sculptor of...
Despite having a natural flair for making idols, Mala Pal was not allowed to enter her father’s workshop only because she was a woman. Wanting to explore her talents, she decided to join her brother...
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8 Historic Libraries of India That Every Booklover Should Visit At Least Once
As you walk through the hushed aisles, the scent of ancient parchment and polished wood engulfs you, while the soft rustling of the turning pages or the occasional whisper of a librarian guides your...
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Adopting India as Her ‘Home’, A British Woman Fought to Save Tigers &...
On 4 October, 2023, India lost one of its most remarkable, consequential and pioneering conservationists at the age of 94. Anne Wright (born Nora Anne Layard), the daughter of a British civil servant,...
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Explore a New Side of Bengaluru Through This Storyteller’s Unique ‘Bangalore...
“Think of the game Monopoly,” Arun Pai — the man behind ‘Bangalore Walks’ — urges me, attempting to explain where the idea for this unique experience stemmed from. The corporate...
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Nehru & Dalai Lama to CV Raman: Life of A Padma Shri Photojournalist...
An amiable casualness of early youth, the creative restlessness of a teenager, and the boundless energy of a child — these are the qualities that photojournalist Tambrahalli Subramanya Satyanarayana...
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Swimmer Escaped the British in the Ganga, Suffered Bullet Wound & Won Gold...
Millions of Indians joined Mohandas Karamchand (Mahatma) Gandhi’s call for mass civil disobedience against British colonial rule in 1930. Popularly known as the Civil Disobedience Movement, it was...
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This Rajput Prince Built One of India’s Best Planned Cities 300 Years Ago
Until the early 1700s, Amber served as the capital city of the Kachwaha Rajput kings. However, due to droughts and famines, it became unsustainable as the capital. So King Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II...
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History in Pics: 8 Women Engineers Whose Victories Led India Into a Future...
These women broke the glass ceilings in their fields, built bridges, and laid the cornerstone for innovation in the country. They were the engineers of India who laid the path for countless others to...
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Mughals or the Marathas: Who Invented Kaju Katli, India’s Diwali Favourite
Whoever knew that cashew nuts, sugar and ghee could come together to result in a decadent sweet that would arguably be hailed as one of the most versatile mithais! We say ‘versatile’ because no matter...
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I Was 17 When I Joined Netaji’s Fight for Freedom: 95-YO ‘Asha San’ Shares...
In 1943, when Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose managed to reach Japan in a submarine via Germany to lead the freedom movement in East Asia, a young, skinny teenager went to him to express her decision of...
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6 Iconic Food Businesses of India That Are Over 50 Years Old & Thriving as...
Everyone knows Vadilal, Balaji and Parle-G today. We’ve grown up eating their snacks and confectioneries. But few know the story of their humble beginnings. Born in small rooms and fields, these...
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Dhanush Biopic on Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja: The Real Story of India’s ‘Musical...
The name Ilaiyaraaja evokes a certain magic for his fans, who span across generations and countries. Everyone in my family has a favourite song, and a memory associated with the musician. Late nights...
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This 99-YO Padma Shri Has Collected 2000 of India’s Finest Artifacts
Tourists flock to the city of Hyderabad with visits to the Charminar and Golconda high on their itineraries. But few know of a place in the city’s Himayatnagar before which all other attractions seem...
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Inside One Woman’s Quest to Restore Bengaluru’s Lost Heritage
Growing up in a city like Agra, where a piece of living history awaits at every turn, moving to the startup hub of India—Bengaluru—was a strange feeling. As a self-proclaimed history enthusiast, I...
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Garba to Durga Puja, 15 Indian Favourites on UNESCO’s List of Intangible...
Anyone who has witnessed a garba performance will testify that the air is electrifying — the dancers moving in circles; their rhythmic motion characterised by sweeping actions from side to side; the...
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Love Gajar Ka Halwa? Here’s Its Sweet History, Unique Recipes & Cooking Tips
If there was an award for the dish with the most coloured history, it would undoubtedly be presented to gajar ka halwa. This dessert has, for years, occupied a sweet spot at the gastronomic...
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How Laundry Marks Helped Mumbai’s ‘Sherlock Holmes’ Solve City’s 1st...
Trigger Warning: Mentions of violence, murder On the morning of 23 October, 1967, a milkman on his usual rounds came to deliver milk at the residence of Muhamed Siddique Choonawala — a local...
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A Freedom Fighter’s Idea Revolutionised India’s Rail Travel Making it...
In a 2005 column for The Hindu, historian Ramachandra Guha argued that since the dawn of Independence, there are only a few Government of India ministers who “shall be remembered for having carried...
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Ikkat, Patola, Jamdani & More: This Republic Day Will Feature 1900 Saris From...
This article has been published in partnership with Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav This Republic Day, in a celebration of India’s diverse and rich cultural heritage, the Ministry of Culture brings forth...
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Netaji Bose’s Favourite Eatery Has Been Serving Traditional Delicacies for...
Cover pic credits: Facebook: The Food Seeker A century ago, if you were to stop by the ‘Swadhin Bharat Hindu Hotel’ near Kolkata’s College Square, you would have encountered a compelling sight — a...
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From Selling Lemonade To Building a 108-YO Dairy Empire: Journey of Mumbai’s...
Decades ago, if anyone were to ask veteran Bollywood actress Mumtaz where she was heading on a hot summer afternoon, she’d reply, “The Parsi Dairy Farm, of course”. Through the years, her answer...
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Eid Special: Love Seviyan? Here’s How The Sweet Treat Won Over India
The festival of Eid evokes nostalgia. School days were reminiscent of gathering around the table with my friends, waiting for the feast that would follow the fast during Ramadan. A table creaking...
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‘Our Past Needs a Future’: Meet The Storyteller Unveiling Kochi’s Fascinating...
At least a few times every month, a delivery agent can be seen making his way to a certain residence in Ernakulam, Kerala. His hands are laden with packages which hold books – sometimes two,...
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India’s First General Election & More: 8 Iconic Pictures Capturing Indian...
There are some moments that are fleeting but hold within them the power to change the course of events. As we step into this time machine and embark on a journey that takes us through the portals of...
View ArticleBuilt Using 126 Types of Marble, This Palace Has Cultural Artefacts From...
Scores of civilisations came and left the earth, but not without leaving indelible imprints upon it in the form of ingenious constructions. Seven of these made it to a list: ‘Seven Wonders of the...
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Real Story Behind Netflix’s ‘Maharaj’: When a Reporter Took On a ‘Messiah’ To...
A high-tension courtroom filled to the brim with onlookers keenly observing every move of the judges. The key players are a journalist and a renowned godman facing allegations of sexual assault....
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This Musical Instrument Is Breaking Caste Barriers & Giving People a Voice
The rhythmic beat of the parai echoes through the air, its deep, earthy resonance stirring something primal within. It’s almost impossible not to groove to the impactful beat of the instrument. Played...
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What You Didn’t Know About Himachal’s Iconic Kullu Shawls & Chamba Rumals
Nestled in the Himalayas, Himachal Pradesh boasts a rich legacy of traditional crafts. Among these, weaving stands as a cornerstone of its cultural heritage. This ancient art form is more than mere...
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An App That Walks You Through Delhi’s History — Built by 4 Noida Teens
Have you ever walked past an old building and wondered about its story? In Delhi, there are hundreds of such historical treasures, but most people hurry past them without a second glance. This is what...
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This Tamil Nadu Village’s Eco-Friendly Tiles Tell a 200-Year-Old Story
Imagine a room where the floor is a symphony of textures and tones, each tile a musical note playing a harmonious tune that tells a story from 200 years ago. Athangudi tiles, renowned for their glossy...
View ArticleEver Noticed These Monuments on Indian Currency? Here’s the History Behind Them!
Pause for a moment and take a good look at your wallet. There’s history lurking within its folds. And, a Twitter user (@desi_thug1) — a self-identified history aficionado — has decided to unravel it....
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‘I Started With a Stamp’: This Chennai Shop is Home to Antiques That Are...
Please switch off your cellular phones at least when you are inside this shop. Let us talk to each other. Pretend it’s 1890 — reads a sticky note at the entrance of the Old Curiosity Shop in Chennai’s...
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Lost for Centuries: How a Chennai Craftsman Brought Back a 2000-Year-Old...
In a small Chennai workshop, 28-year-old Tharun Sekar meticulously carves the wooden frame of a musical instrument that had nearly vanished from Indian culture. This instrument, the Yazh, is a...
View ArticleBefore Feminism Had a Name, These Indian Women Were Changing Freedom & Cinema...
Undaunted, fierce, and firm in resolve, these women set out to script history. They pioneered breakthroughs in cinema, arts and the freedom struggle, leaving an indelible mark on India, the ripples of...
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Photos & Facts: These 6 Ancient Indian Instruments Once Ruled Music — Now...
Think of an Indian musical instrument. Perhaps the tabla, sitar, or veena comes to mind — icons of India’s rich musical heritage. But beyond these well-known names, many once-revered instruments have...
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Meet The Fearless Goan Women Who Challenged Portuguese Rule
Year 1947: The entire country had gained independence. However, a tiny part of it – Goa – remained under Portuguese control for 14 more years. It was only in 1961 that the state was finally liberated,...
View ArticleGhibli AI Art Is Viral, But Can You Recognise These Stunning Indian Art Styles?
Your social media feed is probably filled with dreamy, hand-painted visuals labelled “Ghibli-style”—from celebrities to everyday users, everyone seems to be trying it. But what exactly is Ghibli, and...
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