Indian history boasts heroes and larger-than-life figures, and one such individual is Maharaja Ganga Singh—a king, soldier, reformer, and visionary whose impact resonates through the annals of time.

After the partition of India, historians and archaeologists were concerned as the remnants of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro fell into Pakistan's territory. There was a fear that these significant Indus Valley Civilisation sites could be destroyed. However, not all was lost, as this ancient civilisation extended beyond Sindh, reaching up to the Deccan plateau. One of the most intriguing sites, unearthed in the 50s, was the port city of Lothal. Let’s explore more about this fascinating chapter of history.

Lord Buddha had an important role to play in the Magadha-Vajji war fought between Ajatashatru and the Vajji clans. Even as the Magadha army conducted raids and attacked frequently; the Vajjis stood their ground. They just couldn’t be defeated in conventional warfare. It was time for Ajatashatru to think outside the box. This war was also one of the earliest known examples of misinformation and its utility in warfare.

The Magadha-Vajji war cemented the power of the Magadha empire in the eastern part of the Indian subcontinent establishing it as the strongest empire. This war was fought between Ajatshatru of Magadha and the Vajji clan. A few questions that have been hotly debated are the events that led to the war, the role of Buddha, and the socio-economic impact it had on the region. Through a two-part story, let us explore the 2500-year-old contestation.

The world is becoming gloomier every day as the grey forests are flourishing and green are depleting. In this sad depressing place, exists a haven of lush meadows and tall trees, hidden from the world in the valleys of the Himalayas. A heaven on earth, this Himalayan ground of biodiversity is a hope for the future and life for millions who reside here.

Reflecting on the Indian freedom struggle unveils the significant role played by women, and among these nationalist women, Pritilata Waddedar stands out as Bengal’s first woman martyr. Her story transcends the confines of feminism.

Ganesh Vasudev Mavalankar, better known as Dadasaheb was from the state of Gujarat, being selected twice to the Lok Sabha. He was also selected as the first speaker of Lok Sabha and the president of Central legislative assembly. He was also closely associated with Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, being an activist during Indian independence.

NCC or the National Cadet Corps is the youth wing of the Indian army. By sheer strength, it is the largest uniformed youth brigade in the world. Its importance can be judged by the fact that many serving Indian army personnel belong to NCC. More than that, it is the discipline and mindset that set these young people apart from their counterparts.

After Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the nuclear race was in full swing. As nations clamored to secure weapons technologies, the secret of the atom became unreachable. In 1974, India became part of the elite group of nations who successfully detonated an indigenous atomic device. The operation was code-named “Smiling Buddha”.