Monsieur Raymond: The French General Of The Deccan
byMonsieur Raymond, a French captain made a name in the Nizam’s army, and to this day, pilgrims pay homage at his tomb in Hyderabad.
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The Indian Wild Ass: A Conservation Success Story
byThe Indian Wild Ass signifies a successful conservation story. Why are the words Ghada and ass still used as insults?
Could Flying Cars Work in India?
byThe first buyer for a flying car in India has already made his purchase. But is it as simple as getting in and flying away?
French Elections Reveal A Divided France
byEmmanuel Macron has won the election. But, France remains divided and the vote for the National Assembly still remains.
Drought: Tamil Nadu’s Worst Nightmare
byTamil Nadu is facing its worst drought in 140 years. Over 144 farmers have committed suicide in a month. Why is this happening?
Swallow
byWe take our lessons in consumption from the television – when we can but look at a mother bird feeding its young.
The Jews Who Built Indian Cinema
byMany of the firsts of Indian stardom – the first actress, onscreen kiss or Miss India – were set by Indian Jews.
The Last Stand of the Javan Rhino
byA tsunami gave the Javan rhino its final home. After decades of poaching, another tsunami could spell the end of its story.
Winston Churchill: Heartbroken In Hyderabad
byWinston Churchill fell in love and had his heart broken in Hyderabad. Could this have affected his outlook thereafter?
Crime and Punishment in Syria
byThe chemical attack in Syria is used to justify further missile strikes by the West. Is history repeating itself in the Levant?
Is May Day Still a Celebration of the Working Class?
byIn India, and across the world, May 1 is celebrated as the International Day of Labour. But is the spirit still alive?
Whispers
byRituals are often beyond the realm of rationality. Many make the questioning, rational mind feel like a fool.
The Begums Of Bhopal
byFor 157 years, Bhopal was ruled by its ‘Begum’ queens. How was woman’s rule different in pre-modern India?
Will India Lose The Lead In Tackling Climate Change?
byWith the U.S. out of the race, only India and China can stop climate change. But is India undoing its own efforts?
Homai Vyarawalla: The Photographer at the Tryst of Destiny
byIndia’s first female photojournalist captured the making of independent India from a ringside view.