The Sikhs Had To Struggle To Wear Their Turban At Work & On Motor Bikes
The Sikhs had to fight hard and often go against the system to keep their turbans. Here’s a less known, fascinating story.
How Cornershop, A British-Indie Band, Rose To Fame
Cornershop’s ascent to fame was historic, as South Asians battled to establish their place in the world, particularly on the international music stage.
Irula People: An Essential But Invisible Component Of The Global Healthcare System
For generations, Irula people have supplied anti-venom to the Pharma industry. But their contributions remain an invisible component of the global healthcare system.
How Tea Trade Led To Opium Smuggling & Wars
Tea, the world’s most popular drink, has prompted international trade, drug smuggling, wars and abuse of indentured workers.
Pakistan’s ‘Sham Democracy’
‘Pakistan is a sham democracy. The country is tightly controlled by the military generals.
How Maharaja Ranjitsinh’s Friendship With Cartier Inspired The Statement Necklace of Ocean’s 8
Cartier & Ranjitsingh developed a friendship that resulted in a magnificent piece that inspired the Jeanne Toussaint necklace of the Ocean’s 8.
Why European Colonialists Employed Indian Artists To Document Botanical Specimens
Many Europeans took part in documenting India’s natural history. Fine arts & scientific documentation had become synonymous, bringing about a distinct change in Indian artistry.
Abraham Barak Salem: The ‘Jewish Gandhi Of Cochin’
Inspired by Gandhi’s teachings, Salem led a struggle for equal rights using non-violent methods to fight discriminatory practices in his Synagogue.
Edward Peters: The Indian Who Discovered Gold In New Zealand
Edward peters, called ‘Black Peter,’ found gold in New Zealand. But due to racism, his efforts and achievements in the discovery of gold were downplayed.
Did Jagan Nath Azad, A Hindu Poet, Write Pakistan’s National Anthem?
The story goes, Jagan Nath Azad, a Hindu poet, wrote down Pakistan’s Tarana, or anthem. Here’s the story behind this claim.
Where Phones Don’t Work, Take A Breath, Enjoy The Scenery & Write A Letter
You will not get internet in Hikkim; it’s is disconnected from the rest of the world. But you will get a chance to gaze at the serenity of mountains & valleys.
Here’s Why India’s Swimming Camels Are Facing Extinction
The Kharai camels, the only swimming camels in the world, are on the verge of extinction; there are less than 1800 of them.
Garcia de Orta: The Sephardic Jew Who Made India His Home
Garcia de Orta: who was persecuted for being Jewish, fled from Spain, made India his home & became the first European writer on tropical medicine
Pakistan Plunges Into Political Chaos
What is happening in Pakistan should serve as a warning about how countries under military dictatorships murder democracy by a thousand cuts.
We Must Save The Bengal Florican From Going Extinct: Here’s Why
The Bengal florican (Houbaropsis bengalensis), commonly known as the Bengal bustard, is critically endangered; less than 1,000 individuals are alive.