-Mili Joshi When we imagine temples in India, we often picture towering stone spires, intricate marble carvings, or grand granite halls echoing with chants. But far from the famous sandstone forts and marble mausoleums lies an earthy, humble medium that has silently preserved centuries of stories — terracotta. Especially in the floodplains of Bengal and […]Read More
Echoes of Forgotten Forts: Hidden Stories from India’s Overlooked Strongholds
-Mili Joshi When we think of India’s forts, names like Mehrangarh, Red Fort, or Chittorgarh often come to mind — mighty walls that have graced a thousand postcards. But far away from guided tours and polished plaques lie other forts, tucked in the folds of hills, hidden among forests, or perched quietly on rocky outcrops. […]Read More
-Mili Joshi In the crowded pages of India’s literary history, there lies a name that deserves to shine far brighter than it often does Rashsundari Devi. She wasn’t a queen, a scholar by title, or a revolutionary in the conventional sense. She was, quite simply, a woman who dared to write her life story when […]Read More
-Anushka Sengupta The Ambubachi Mela is one of India’s most sacred and unique religious festivals held at the Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, Assam. Observed during the monsoon solstice in June, it commemorates the menstruation of Goddess Kamakhya, representing the fertility and regenerative power of the Earth. While most festivals honor divine purity, Ambubachi unabashedly worships […]Read More
-Bhoomee Vats One of the most significant archaeological discoveries of Indian history was made from the ancient soils of Keeladi, a small village on the banks of the Vaigai River in Tamil Nadu. The excavation, which was once a humble attempt at discovering and exploring history, turned into a focal point in a heated political […]Read More
Eram Massacre the Second Jallianwala Bagh Massacre: Orissa’s Silent Struggle
-Bhoomee Vats India’s quest for independence has been defined by innumerable acts of sacrifice, resilience, and collective strength. While many such events have gained national attention, some are overshadowed by more notable equivalents. The Eram Massacre of 1942, often known as the “Jallianwala Bagh of Odisha,” is a sorrowful but significant event that demands more […]Read More
Past Brought to Life Again: The Revival of INSV Kaundinya
–Bhoomee Vats In a time when automated machines, computerized navigation, and steel warships are very common, the induction ceremony of the Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Kaundinya took place at the Naval Base of Karwar, on 21st May, 2025. The stitched-plank sailing ship was traditionally crafted and was based on the 5th-century CE depiction of […]Read More
– Bhoomee Vats On his trip to Kashmir, Emperor Jahangir states, “If there is a paradise on earth, it is this, it this, it is this.” This statement is not limited to the beauty and scenic views of Kashmir’s hills only; it extends to the houses and buildings erected there, which combine tradition with the […]Read More
–Ananya Sinha Property rights are the cornerstone of any advanced legal system. In India, the history of property law represents the country’s social, religious, economic, and political developments spanning thousands of years. From uncodified customary laws to codified acts and contemporary electronic registration systems, the theory and legal conceptualization of property have changed dramatically. This […]Read More
-Ananya Sinha Censorship—government regulation of speech and expression—has existed across human civilizations in one form or another. In India, it has taken many shapes, from religious and royal edicts to colonial control and constitutional democracies. Most recently, the rise of the digital age has introduced new complexities. This article traces the historical arc of censorship […]Read More