Rabindranath Tagore, Hindu-Muslim Unity & Rakshabandhan
Rakshabandhan is observed on the last day of the Hindu lunar calendar month […]
Rakshabandhan is observed on the last day of the Hindu lunar calendar month […]
Kolkata Biryani, a dish that goes beyond culinary boundaries. Explore the origins of biryani, its Persian roots, and the special touch that makes Kolkata biryani stand out. Uncover the story of how potatoes became an integral part of this regal dish
The origins of the beloved Indian biscuit, nankhatai. From childhood memories to the rustic street versions, learn about its history, cultural influences, and a delightful homemade recipe.
Indulge in the rich history and delightful flavors of Shahi Tukda, a royal Indian dessert with roots in Mughlai and Awadhi cuisines. Explore its debated origins, reminiscent of Middle-Eastern influences, and discover the Hyderabadi sibling, ‘Double ka Meetha.’
Arab geographers and scholars have played a significant role in the evolution and […]
The idea of reservation to OBCs (Hindus, Muslims or Sikhs) came about in 1990 after the Mandal Commission recommendations were implemented. The reservation under article 341 defined only SC community and most of these Pasmanda castes don’t come under this identification.
“This is the Congress radio calling on 42.34 meters from somewhere in India,” spoke Usha Mehta after the Quit India Movement had been silenced by the Britishers.
Bollywood actress Sara Ali Khan plays Usha Mehta in her movie Ae Watan Mere Watan.
Read our special feature about India’s bravest Radio Jockey ,fondly known as Radio Ben
CAPTAIN LAKSHMI SAHGAL – Doctor by Job, Freedom Fighter by Will
During the Bengal famine, Sahir Ludhianvi wrote a poem which has a couplet:
In 1839, Samuel Morse, reputed as the telegraph pioneer, laid the first telegraph lines connecting Washington to Baltimore. In India, the same year, O’Shaughnessy completed 21 miles of a telegraph line wrapped around trees and vast stretches which included a river crossing of 4 miles as an experiment.
Democracy is an occidental idea. A Hindu cannot comprehend it as long as he is a Hindu. It is against his religious belief. The divisions of Varna are the basis of his religion. He cannot see without distress a Brahman or Kshtriya serving a Sudra. A Brahman may beg or even may die, yet he will never touch a dish from which a Sudra has partaken food.
Allama Iqbal Letter to Mahatma Gandhi, declining the offer of Vice-chancellorship of Jamia Millia Islamia, Aligarh, 29th November 1920.
Why do we celebrate the Republic Day of India on 26 January?
Zafaruddin Bihari: A scholar and Former Principal of Madrasa Shamsul Hoda