How A Block In Manhattan’s East Village Came To Be Known As Little India
Little India is very popular because many of the restaurants have an unusual policy: they allow you to Bring your Own Booze (BYOB),
Should We Be Worried About The Pneumonia Outbreak In China?
We must always pay attention to undiagnosed pneumonia clusters. Early warning systems give us the best chance of preventing the next pandemic.
Sultan Ibrahim Adil Shah II: Patron Of Art, Music & Literature
Ibrahim Adil Shah II, the Sultan of Deccan was a noted patron of art. He was a musician & author, too.
The Looming Uncertainty Over Afghanistan’s Synagogues
Synagogues are embodiments of whatever remained of Afghanistan’s erstwhile Jewish community. Their architecture represents a confluence of cultures.
Cedric Dover: The Anglo-Indian Who Advocated Racial Equality
Throughout his life, Cedric Dover sought racial equality. His work spoke to minorities across the world.
How Portuguese Jews Made Madras Their Home
In the early seventeenth century, Portuguese Jews who landed at Fort St George acquired trading rights & made Madras home.
Why The Demand For Art Brushes Is Decimating India’s Mongooses
The demand for mongoose hairbrushes by artists kills thousands of mongooses across the country, leading to a dramtic reduction in their numbers.
Afghan Snow: India’s ‘First’ Beauty Cream
Afghan Snow, once a famous skincare brand patronised by nobility, royalty & celebrity, is now reminiscent of the years gone past.
Turmeric: The Global Spice
Humans have used Turmeric for over 4000 years to boost their immunity and to heal.
Nicotiana Insecticida: The Insect Killing Tobacco Plant
The discovery of new varieties of tobacco plants gives hope in further understanding and discovering the less-explored vegetation.
Josephine Baker and Her Rainbow Tribe: A Statement Against Racial Inequality
Josephine Baker & The Rainbow Tribe became an emblem of her social cause: the possibility of peace & harmony between all races.
How Climate Change Led To The Earliest Known Warfare
Violence was a tangible part of existence. It arose through many raids, ambushes, and conflicts caused by well-documented environmental shifts.
Brain Mapping Is One Of The Greatest Scientific Advances: Here’s Why
Brian mapping ensures that the neurosurgeon knows exactly where the tumour is and how to treat it.
How A Scottish Trader’s Murder Led To The Discovery Of One Of India’s Oldest Surviving Manuscripts
The discovery of the Bower manuscript, also known as the Yashomitra Manuscript, is a testimony to India’s literary legacy.
Kashmiri Saffron: The Red Gold Underneath The Purple
The value of saffron is offered compared to gold by its weight.