Nasrani Mappila: The First Christians Of India
Nasrani Christians, a vibrant, cultured group represents one of the oldest Christian communities
How Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay Revived Faridabad
The leadership of one woman & the tenacious efforts of ordinary citizens helped revive the city.
From Panchatantra To Tinkle Comics, Why Is Animal Fiction Such A Huge Part Of Children’s Reading Culture?
Storybooks serve as a safe bubble for the children — a bubble that helps them embark upon life’s most difficult lessons.
Satyajit Ray’s Alien & Steven Spielberg’s E.T.
Satyajit Ray’s unproduced film, Alien, scripted & shared with Hollywood honchos in the 70s, bears an uncanny resemblance to Stephen Speilsberg’s E.T. Was this purely coincidental?
The Harley Manuscripts
A dive into the study of the Harleian library takes you on a journey of the Middle Ages in Europe.
How Alexander & Co. Established The Bank of Hindostan
The Bank of Hindostan was established over 250 years ago and was operational for about half a century.
Panini, Wrought Silver & The Evolution of The Rupee
One of the world’s oldest surviving currencies, the rupee is a legacy that powers India.
Swami Vivekananda’s Misogynist & Racist Views
Narendranath Datta, alias Swami Vivekananda, espoused views that had an undercurrent of racism & misogyny.
The Bizarre Tradition Of Cow Trampling
What’s the story behind the bizarre tradition of cow trampling in India?
How Gujarati Patels Took Over America’s Motels
Gujaratis own over forty-two per cent of the hotel business in the United States, and Patels own eighty to ninety per cent of the motels in American small towns. Here’s why.
Charles Trevelyan, Madras & The Irish Famine
Charles Trevelyan is often portrayed as an upright officer. Was he?
When Tobacco Was Used As A ‘Medicine’
Did you know that tobacco was used as a plant medicine to cure ailments?
The Beetle, Hitler’s Brain Child, Became The Most Iconic Car During Its Run
The Beetle was the first Volkswagen and one of the first rear-engined automobiles since the Brass Era. It sold 21,529,464 vehicles throughout its production life.
How Blood Drawn From Dogs Helped Find A Cure For Pernicious Anemia in Humans
Three scientists — Whipple, Minot & Murphy — saved the lives of thousands of anemia patients. Their unconventional, cruel yet ground-breaking research pointed the way forward.
Greek Philosophers & Indian Diamonds
The Greeks’ admiration of Indian diamonds amalgamates myth and mystique.