Adichanallur, one of India's oldest archaeological sites, is located in Tamil Nadu's Thoothukudi district along the banks of the Tamirabharani river. Recently selected for development under the Union Budget 2026, the site offers rare insights into early Iron Age life and ancient Tamil civilisation, making it a key heritage location set to gain national attention.
India's first budget in 1947 marked the beginning of the country's financial journey. Presented on November 26, it allocated nearly half of its expenditure to defence, reflecting the urgent need to build and equip the nation's armed forces in uncertain times.
A viral tweet has revived interest in the Pawar family's long-standing connection with Israel. While not diplomatic, the link traces back to agricultural learning in the 1970s, when Baramati adopted water-efficient farming ideas inspired by Israeli practices, thanks to late Padmashree Dr DG 'Appasaheb' Pawar.
In a rare gesture by the Prime Minister of India 50 years ago, Kiran Bedi, the country's first woman IPS officer, was invited for lunch after the Republic Day parade.
Greenland's history begins with a Viking exile accused of murder. Named deceptively to attract settlers, the world's largest island has passed from Norse hands to Danish control, while remaining geopolitically vital even today. Here's the gripping story of Erik the Red and how Greenland's ownership evolved.
The Somnath Temple was defiled many times, and it repeatedly rose again. Numerous battles were fought to protect it, and countless devotees sacrificed their lives in its defence. Among these stories of devotion, the valour of the Raval of Jalore was gradually lost to history, yet it continues to live in the memory of the people, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently recalled. The Raval reclaimed the sacred linga and established temples across the region. This is the history of the battle fought against the forces of Alauddin Khalji, where a few thousand warriors successfully challenged the vastly outnumbered armies of Delhi.
A riveting conversation on Gandhi, Savarkar and Jinnah at JLF 2026 reveals how personal relationships, ideological clashes and political missteps shaped India's freedom and Partition. Historians Alex von Tunzelmann, Kishwar Desai and Makarand Paranjape unpack forgotten meetings, shifting identities and decisions that continue to shape India's politics today.
The Darbhanga Raj's opulent legacy ended with Maharani Kamsundari Devi's recent death at 96, closing a chapter of wealth, intrigue, and quiet tragedy.
A rare one-rupee coin from 1970 is being offered in exchange for high-end smartphones, sparking fresh interest in old currency collections.
In the Battle of Wadgaon in 1779, the Marathas defeated the British East India Company, though the victory did not last long as the British later broke the treaty and its terms. In that decisive battle, the Marathas showed that true resistance could come only from their formidable military power.
Mahmud Ghazni plundered India for 24 years, sacking temples like Somnath. His empire crumbled after his death, ending in flames. It was poetic justice for his brutal raids.
This article is the first installment in our series, exploring how the powerful empire built by Mahmud Ghazni in Central Asia sowed the seeds of its own destruction.
Kashmir, now known largely for its beauty, was once known for its wisdom and as a centre of knowledge. From the time of Ashoka to the great Karkota kings, the land's sacredness endured for ages and learning flourished. Since early times, Kashmir was a principal seat of Indian civilisation, with many shrines, most notably Sharda Peeth, serving as centres of learning. Today, these lost shrines lie in ruins, largely erased from public memory. This is a closer look at what Kashmir has lost.
As the US renews interest in Greenland, Nordic countries are standing united. The standoff has revived memories of a forgotten chapter from history — when Viking settlers from Greenland reached North America centuries before Columbus, triggering violent clashes that ended in retreat and shaped Greenland's enduring strategic importance.
A controversial quote attributed to Adolf Hitler mentions cremation rituals at Benares and reveals deep colonial prejudice. Traced to Hitler's Table Talk, we examine what the remark tells us about Nazi ideology, cultural arrogance, and how power viewed non-European societies.
The first week of January 1026 remains etched in Indian history as one of its most painful and defining moments. The ancient Somnath Temple, standing on the Arabian Sea coast, came under attack during the invasion led by Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni.
London to Calcutta, or vice versa, the bus service that operated in the 1960s and 70s offered passengers an unforgettable journey across multiple countries and continents. The 110-day route eventually came to an end due to growing instability in the Middle East.
CBSE, established long before Independence, conducted its first exams in its earliest years. The network of 70 schools expanded rapidly within a short period. The story of its first examinations is a reminder of how millions of students over the decades have become part of its growing system.
The kola nut, once a sacred West African symbol of respect and unity, became part of Coca-Cola's original formula. Its journey from ritual ingredient to global brand reveals a deeper story of colonial extraction, ecological strain, and how capitalism transforms cultural treasures into commodities without giving back.
The Soviet Union, during the Cold War era, played a significant role in the creation of India's second IIT, which is currently ranked as the country's best IIT in the QS rankings. The agreement was signed at a time when India was still finding its footing, academic institutions were few, and the drive to learn and build capacity was strong.
