The Bombay Scottish School
byFrom being a generous little orphanage for girls to becoming a school that gave education to multiple famous personalities, the Bombay Scottish School has come a long way.
Madras News
Turmoil In Pakistan
byAfter political & economic collapse in Sri Lanka, instability in Pakistan could seriously affect security & stability in South Asia.
Colonialism, Alcohol & Gandhi
byIn 2019, Indians consumed a whopping 131 million 700ml bottles of Scotch Whisky. Why are Indians so fond of getting drunk?
Delivering Injustice In ‘Modi’fied India
byThe injustice meted out to Bilkis Bano is an indelible blot, one that will make an entire nation hang its head in shame.
Hating Orchids
byAre Orchids like desires without profit? A poet tells you why she grew up hating orchids.
Raja Deen Dayal: The ‘Bold Warrior of Photography’
byDayal brought to photography what Verma had brought to paintings, the elegant depiction of opulence and grandeur in lifelike documentation.
Charles Metcalfe: ‘Liberator Of The Indian Press’
byCharles Metcalfe chose to see Indians as people with feelings & independent thoughts. The Press Act of 1835, which he passed, allowed Indian newspapers to flourish.
The Pretence of Democracy In Kashmir
byIt’s essential to look for a policy of reconciliation to build trust among the Kashmiris. Without it, militancy will increase & matters will get worse.
Fa Xian’s Journey To India
byFa Xian’s writings are still helpful in learning about the South Asian people of those times.
The Madras Regiment: The Oldest Regiment Of The Indian Army
byThe Madras Regiment, the oldest regiment of the Indian army, is known for its bravery & fearlessness.
An Ode To Containers
byHere’s a witty, charming & cryptic poem. Enjoy reading it.
Mythology, Mughals & The History Of Alcohol
byAlcohol played an important role in mythology. It was considered divine & purifying. It was also considered as an exilir.
Lady’s Slipper Orchid: The Meghalayan Orchid That Was Popular With The English
byThe Kew Royal Botanic Garden in the UK keeps track of all the Lady’s Slippers in the world, including the Splendid Slipper in Meghalaya.
Akbar & His Horses
byAkbar loved horses. The Emperor personally chose people to swat flies off his precious horses when they were in the stables.
The Mind Dynamics Of Sport
byWhat makes the propelling art of chasing medals a refined mind science.