Evolution Of The Indian Rupee
The changes in India’s coin & notes reflect the struggles of the Indian political & economic system.
Himalayan Wolves Are An Entirely Different Species: Here’s Why
“The Himalayan wolf presents an overlooked wolf lineage that is phylogenetically [evolutionarily] distinct from grey wolves.“
Flies Are Invaluable For Medical & Aviation Research: Here’s Why
Flies, maddening and exasperating as they are, have served as an ideal model in biomedical research.
Nuclear Energy Is Being Used In Agriculture: Here’s How
The scientific community is using nuclear energy to ensure safe & affordable access to energy and resources worldwide.
Francisco De Almeida & Fort Emmanuel
Francisco de Almeida believed that the power of the Portuguese must be restricted to the seas.
Light Pollution Is Killing Insects & Disturbing The Ecology
New research shows a link between light pollution, insect decline & biodiversity disturbance.
The Consequences Of Extracting Crude & Coal From The Earth’s Sub Surface
Shifting to electric cars & renewable energy might help. However, we must acknowledge that the damage is already done.
The Many Interpretations of Gond Art
Gond art can be interpreted as a tool for political resistance, as the cultural mainstay of the Gond tribe, as an indigenous art form, or as one that struggles to be mainstream.
The Story Behind The Magnificent Brihadisvara Temple Of Tanjavur
The Brihadishvara Temple tells the story of the King Raja Raja Chola I & his reign.
The Fascinating History Of Konkani Language
Konkani, a beautiful language, needs to be preserved. And that can happen only of there is a bottom-up movement from the people of the Konkan region.
Khushwant Singh: The Prolific Author Who Did Not Put A Condom On His Pen
Khushwant Singh wore many hats. He was a professor, a lawyer, a journalist par excellence & a prolific author.
Gandhi’s Visit To The Lancashire Cotton Mill
During the Swadeshi movement, Gandhi visited a cotton mill in Lancashire. Was he able to convince the mill workers of his struggle? Did the cotton mill workers persuade Gandhi?
When Art Meets Politics
Artists express their views on geopolitics, gender, religion & historical events that changed the landscape of the country.
Bhicaji Balsara’s Quest To Become An American Citizen
Balsara, who won his right to be granted American citizenship despite deep-rooted racism in America, is even today considered to be a pioneer for the Parsi community.
Nirmal Art Is Slowly Dying: Here’s Why
Nirmal Art, once patronised by Maharajas and Mughals, is fading into the oblivion. Can this rare art form be revived?