Exploring lesser known History
Shankar Lakshman, India’s pioneering goalkeeper-captain, redefined hockey with his daredevil goalkeeping, leading India to Olympic gold in 1956 and 1964. His legacy, a symbol of resilience and love for the sport, endures beyond the field.
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Inspirational Indian-origin cardiologist Dr. Hamid Abdul Hai, renowned for medical excellence, community service, and fostering interfaith harmony, passed away on Feb 25, 2021, in Chicago. A legacy of healing, compassion, and bridging cultural divides.
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India’s oldest toy haven at Connaught Place, RAM CHANDER & SONS, since 1890. Meet Mr. Satish Sundra, keeper of timeless wonders, where every child’s dream comes to life.
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I’ll never forget the first taste of Rooh Afza, Indian syrup that was and still a mainstay at almost every
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In the 1952 Helsinki Olympics, Jadhav stunned the audience by defeating opponent after opponent with ease in the first 5 rounds of bantamweight freestyle wrestling. In the sixth round the adept was asked to fight Soviet Union’s Rashid Mammadbeyov.
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Bhagwat Chandrasekhar made his test debut for India against England at Mumbai in 1964. He was able to pick 4 wickets in the match.
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Under Syed’s managerial period from 1951 to 1962, Indian football reached new heights. The Indian team started the 1950s with victory in the 1951 Asian Games.
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The Nagorno Karabakh region has been a major bone of contention between Azerbaijan and Armenia since the two nation-states were formed after the disintegration of the soviet union. The region has seen both sides resorting to open war in the last year. The geopolitical significance has also attracted regional powers into taking sides with Turkey allied with Azerbaijan and Russian supporting Armenia.
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The history of Assam, ancient or medieval, is as important and interesting as any other part of India. Assam’s history is replete with stories of battle conquests, annexation and reconciliation.
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The history of Himalaya began in India when India witnessed a deep rooted Western influence on their culture during the early twentieth century, making Mohammed Manal to perceive an urgent need to contemporaries the Ayurveda through modern scientific research.
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Physiotherapy, rooted in ancient practices, evolved into a profession in the 19th century. Recognized globally, it addresses various physical conditions through assessment and intervention.
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Mehboob Shamsher Khan became the first Indian swimmer in 1956 to represent India in swimming at the Olympics. Khan’s record remains intact today.
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Ajmer is a City in a northern Indian state, wrapped in green hills. It is a popular pilgrimage centre for
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Rise and Fall of the Sharqi Sultans: From an Independent Kingdom to Mughal Rule in Jaunpur, a centre of culture and power in medieval India.
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India’s pharmaceutical leader: Cipla’s pioneering role in affordable medicines, industry growth and its role in the fight for freedom
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Mahatma Gandhi visited Dargah of Qutubbudin Bakhtiyar Kaki, Mehrauli, Delhi amidst the communal riots on 27th January, 1948. He was killed two days later on 30th January by Nathuram Godse. Generally women were not allowed in the innermost shrine but the condition was waived off in order to allow women with Gandhi inside.
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The recent renovation of permanent ‘South Asia Gallery’ at the British Museum has provided a space for the legendary Indian ruler Tipu Sultan. It displays his sword, ring and a perfume box.
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There was a reason that the British intelligence officers wanted to confirm the authenticity of the order. It was one of those rare orders where the intelligence officers were ordered to assassinate a politician. The order was to find and kill the Indian politician Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
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The Indian Medical mission team was the first to arrive in China at the port of Hankou, Wuhan. They were then sent to Yan’an where they were warmly welcomed by Mao Zedong, Zhu De and other top leaders of the Communist Party.
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As recommended, the first IIT was inaugurated by the then Education Minister, Abul Kalam Azad, on 18th August 1951 in Kharagpur.
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