Edward Dyer, His Beer & Whiskey
byThe name ‘Dyer’ goes beyond the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, for India’s alcohol industry still echoes his legacy.
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The Potato Changed The World’s History: Here’s How
byHistory, when viewed from the lens of the potato, presents a fascinating tale of human evolution.
How The Nazis Used Music To Celebrate & Facilitate Murder
byThe Nazis used music during murder & rape. This bizarre juxtaposition reveals the darker side of its use.
How Three Linguists Discovered Koro, India’s “Hidden Language”
byIn 2008, three linguists took an expedition to Arunachal Pradesh where they discovered Koro, a hidden language.
Colonel Vivian Majendie & The Original ‘War On Terror’
byBorn in 1836, Majendie served as an artillery officer in the Crimean War & the Indian Rebellion.
Batmen & Unicorns: Inside The Original Moon Hoax
byHere’s a fascinating story which underscores the importance of fact-based understanding of the world.
Postcards: “Weapons of Racial Stereotyping?”
byPostcards served as objects of artistic interest as well as prima facie social documents.
Rudolf Hartog‘s Fascinating Stories Of The Indian Legion
byHartog had fascinating stories to tell about his time with Indians who joined the Indian Legion in Germany.
A History Of Contested Presidential Elections: From Samuel Tilden To Al Gore
byThis isn’t the first time claims of fraud dominated US elections. History points to elections of 1876, 1888, 1960 & 2000.
How Snakes & Ladders, An Indian Board Game, Became A Global Phenomenon
byMoksha Patamu, a board game designed by an ancient sage, saint Dnyaneshwar, is now a global phenomenon. Here’s how.
Chocolate: The Elixir Of Life
byChocolate, the “food of the gods,” has a long, interesting history. Today, it is a multi-billion dollar industry.
Kristallnacht: Making Sense Of The Most Notorious State-Sponsored Pogrom
byHow do we understand the workings of a state sponsored pogrom? Here’s a lesson from history.
The Curious Connection Between Colonialism, Caste & Football In India
byWe dug deep into the archives & fished out an untold yet fascinating story of football in India.
How China Celebrates Mao’s Fake Propaganda On Eradicating Schistosomiasis
byChina claims to have eradicated schistosomiasis. But its a lie. Since 1950s, the CCP used propaganda cover up epidemics.
South Sea Bubble: The Real Story Behind The Iconic Financial Crash
by300 years after the South Sea Bubble, Helen Paul reveals the secrets behind the iconic financial crash.