How Disease & Xenophobia Gave Birth To Legends Of Vampires
byFear, ignorance & superstition sans medical knowledge pushed strange narratives about Vampires.
Insight
How Polo Was Discovered In Manipur
byThe game of polo has its roots in Manipur. Here’s the story of how it evolved.
Lutyen’s Ignorance & The History Of Rashtrapati Bhavan
byRashtrapati Bhavan, a building that symbolised British Imperial dominion was transformed into the house of the world’s largest democracy.
From Coins & Hundi To Bank Notes: The Evolution Of Currency In India
byThe use of notes issued by banks as currency is inextricably intertwined with India’s colonial history.
How British Imperial History Shaped Charles III’s Coronation Ceremony
byCharles III’s coronation ceremony reflects how monarchy still carries many vestiges of Britain’s imperial past.
Raise A Glass To Your Cousin, King Charles III
byAre you related to King Charles III? Probably yes.
Robots Are Performing Hindu Rituals: Will Robots Replace Priests?
byIn 2017, a technology firm in India introduced a robotic arm to perform “aarti,” a ritual in which a devotee offers an oil lamp to the deity. What does this mean for the future of religion?
The Curious Connection Between Cow Urine & The Colour Yellow
byThe colour yellow we use today is purely synthetic. But two centuries ago, humans exploited cows to produce the colour.
Nehru, Tibet & China
byChina’s expansionist activities across the border remain a persistent threat to India’s security.
Tharangambadi: A Danish Haven in Tamil Nadu
byAt Tranquebar or Tharangambadi, one can find traces of Danish history in India.
The Evolution Of Indian Comics
byThe evolution of Indian comics helps us understand how comics are a highly effective pedagogical tool in shaping a child’s mind.
Evolution Of The Indian Rupee
byThe changes in India’s coin & notes reflect the struggles of the Indian political & economic system.
Francisco De Almeida & Fort Emmanuel
byFrancisco de Almeida believed that the power of the Portuguese must be restricted to the seas.
The Story Behind The Magnificent Brihadisvara Temple Of Tanjavur
byThe Brihadishvara Temple tells the story of the King Raja Raja Chola I & his reign.
How Dhamaal, A Gujarati Musical Tradition, Evolved From Sufi & East African Culture
byDhamaal, a mix of Sufi and African (mostly East African) musical & dance traditions, refers particularly to the spiritual practices of the Siddis of Gujarat.