The ‘Living Buddha’: A 500-Year-Old Mummy In Himachal Pradesh
byFive hundred years ago, a Buddhist monk undertook a process of mummification. His mummy, almost preserved in Himachal Pradesh, tells his story.
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Chetak: The Famed Helicopter
byChetak was named after Maharana Pratap’s horse, symbolising devotion, bravery, and resistance to occupation. The helicopters have served the country well.
How Stalin’s Daughter’s Romance With An Indian Royal Paved The Way For Her Defection To The US
bySvetlana Alliluyeva, Joseph Stalin’s daughter, defected to the United States. But behind her defection lies a romantic story with an Indian man.
The World’s Most Precious Diamonds Are From Kollur Mines
bySome of the world’s most precious diamonds have been mined from the Kollur mine. Do read this fascinating story.
Hallyu: South Korea’s Soft-Power In India
by‘Through cultural proliferation using the entertainment industry, South Korea is taking the world under its tide, and India has given in.‘
Making Friends With The Enemy: What Stories Of Soldiers’ Unexpected Battlefield Meetings Reveal About The Trauma Of War
byThe study of transformative relationships with the enemy can help us better understand the emotional & mental complexities of warfare today
From Chaturanga to Shatranj to Chess
byFrom India to Persia, to China, to Europe, and then to the rest of the world, the evolution of chess has contributed significantly to humankind
The Many Avatars Of Coconuts
byCoconuts have many avatars; there are many stories from history that illuminate us about their etymology.
The Dark Past Of The Cellular Jail In The Andaman Islands
byPolitical prisoners imprisoned in the cellular jail in Andaman Islands were treated worse than animals. Read the story to know more.
How A Racist Canadian Scheme To Remove South Asians From British Columbia Failed
byIn 1908, the Canadian government devised a scheme called the British Honduras Scheme or the Hindu Deportation Scheme to deport South Asians. Here’s the story.
How Curry Evolved Into Karē & Became A Japanese Staple
byOriginally, curry was considered exotic. However, over time, it became a national staple in Japan.
When A New York Publication’s Satire Resulted In the Great Moon Hoax
byIn 1835, The New York Sun pulled off a major hoax, a mind-boggling astronomical discovery. Here’s the story.
From King Bijjala To GIS: The Evolution Of Kolhapuri Chappals
byKolhapuri chappals received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2019 after a ten-year wait. Yet the authenticity of the chappal is slowly dying out.
How Archery is Kept Alive In Meghalaya Through Legalised Gambling
byThe Khasis are extraordinary archers. Their skill is kept alive through legalised gambling.
INCOSPAR, ISRO & India’s Spaceports
byIndia’s long history of creating spaceports & launching satellites stands testament to the country’s incredible prowess.