Category: History

India believes in the idea of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,” which means “The world is one family.” This idea helps bring together people of many different religions in the country. You can see this spirit in Warsaw, Poland, where many schools and streets are named after Maharaja Jam Saheb Digvijaysinhji Ranjitsinhji. The Maharaja of Jamnagar in Gujarat…

As World War II came to an end in 1945, the Allied forces were already preparing for the future. The United States saw both an opportunity and a threat in the advanced scientific knowledge held by German experts. To prevent this expertise from falling into Soviet or French hands, the U.S. launched Operation Paperclip which…

Famous photographers like Henri Cartier-Bresson, Margaret Bourke-White, and Max Desfor captured many iconic images of Mahatma Gandhi. Yet, the picture most people recognize today is the one printed on India’s currency notes. You might assume that Gandhi’s image appeared on money right after India’s independence in 1947, since he is called the Father of the…

Tea is a staple in India. It’s a beverage Indians can’t live without. Morning or evening, tea is always welcome. Everyone in India, regardless of wealth, has a special bond with tea. It’s more than a drink. It’s a ritual, a celebration, and a break from their daily routines. Globally, tea is the second most…

Many years ago, when paper money first came to India, the 1 Rupee Note was something new and exciting. It made everyday buying and selling much easier and showed that the country was moving ahead. Over the years, the design of the note kept changing, blending India’s old traditions with modern ideas. The pictures on…

Hindu mythology is full of fascinating tales, many of which come from the numerous sacred texts in Hinduism. You’ve likely heard at least one of these epic stories, and perhaps you’ve come across a character. Immortal is also known as a Chiranjeevi. These are beings who have been blessed with eternal life. While some may…

When we think of a chainsaw, we might picture a lumberjack cutting wood. Or, we might recall scary movie scenes where a villain uses it to harm people. But did you know the real reason chainsaws were invented? They were not made for these uses. Medics know the history of chainsaws and it’s quite surprising.…

The number of millionaires and billionaires in India is rising. Every day, we read about a businessman achieving great success. Can you imagine a time when wealth was hard to attain and only a few people could afford a luxurious lifestyle? Who was India’s first billionaire? Mir D, the last ruler of Hyderabad, was India’s…

In the 17th century, miners in India found an extraordinary gem. This gem, later called the Hope Diamond, has a story that spans continents and centuries, fascinating everyone who hears it. Originally, it was part of a larger diamond known as the Tavernier Blue. It traveled far and wide, catching the eyes of kings and…

Do you remember the type of pencil you used when you were little? You might have used Nataraj or Apsara, which are famous pencil brands in India. We’ve used many different pencils in our lives. Sometimes, we chose them because we liked their color, design, or because they had an eraser or sharpener. But most…