Ibn Battuta In India: The Scholar, The Sultan & The Storm of an Empire
byIbn Battuta’s own story resists despair. Where kingdoms fell and rulers vanished, the traveller’s words endured.
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Bibi Ka Maqbara: The Tomb That Outlived A Dynasty
byThough Aurangzeb sought to distance himself from opulence of the past, he ensured that the architectural legacy of the Mughals would continue.
From Venice To Vijayanagara: The Unlikely Connection Between Italian & Telugu
byDe’ Conti’s discovery of the linguistic similarities between Italian and Telugu was one thread in the intricate tapestry of cultural exchange that spanned centuries.
When Einstein’s Brain Was Stolen
byEinstein’s brain reminds us how scientific curiosity can veer dangerously close to exploitation.
The Quiet Rhythms of Tellicherry: A Journey Through Time & Memory
byNostalgia for a simpler era unfolds through childhood memories, family bonds, and the quiet rhythms of life in Tellicherry.
From Shakespeare to Dutta: The Sonnet’s Journey Through Time & Culture
byThe sonnet, it turns out, is not just a form; it is a vehicle for immortality.
How Hyderabad Navigated Plague & Floods Under the Nizam
byHyderabad’s early experience in the twentieth century is a striking case study in the power of urban planning, public health, & social policy to turn the tide of disaster.
Letters, Pickles & Lineage: A Matrilineal Memoir From Malabar
byHere’s a deeply personal, unique family story that weaves through generations of memories & tells the story of women who grew up in a matrilineal household in Malabar.
The Overlooked Danger of Excessive Protein Intake
byProtein is not evil. But like fire, potent fuel for life’s forge, it demands respect.
The Fatel Razack: A Voyage Of Promise, Betrayal & The Birth Of Indenture In Trinidad
byFatel Razack’s journey marked the beginning of a long and painful history of indentured labour. It also serves as a testament to the resilience of the people who endured it.
Dylan, Hendrix & The Island that Almost Killed Rock ‘n’ Roll
byDespite local outrage and a hostile press, the Isle of Wight Festival of 1970 became a defining moment in rock history: here’s how.
How A Last-Minute Deal With Bob Dylan Rewrote Rock History At The Isle Of Wight Festival
byThe Foulk brothers — Ray, Ronnie & Bill — convinced Bob Dylan to perform in the Isle of Wight Festival of Music. Together, they rewrote the history of rock music.
Before Sanskrit, Before The Vedas: The Southern Civilisation That Shaped India
byA civilisation that brewed rice, traded pearls, and etched symbols into pottery three thousand two hundred years ago cannot be silenced.
Fifty Men A Day: The Bureaucracy of Rape In Imperial Japan
byThe stories of “comfort women”—brushed under the carpet by the Japanese government—is a reminder of the depths of human cruelty, a poignant tale that the world must never forget.
A Handful of Poha, A Mouthful of Memory
byPoha is the product of an ancient food science, a result of necessity, geography & invention.