There are only a few rulers that have left their mark both politically and spiritually in the books of history. The legendary ruler, Ashoka who is known for his conquests and military strategies has undergone a drastic transformation from a ruthless ruler to Buddhist devotee which can be seen in his lion throne. Beyond its […]Read More
Strategic Governance: Unveiling Chanakya’s Arthashastra Chanakya, also known as Kauṭilya or Vishnugupta, was an eminent figure in ancient Indian history, flourishing between 375 and 283 BCE. Renowned as a polymath, he excelled as a teacher, author, strategist, philosopher, economist, jurist, and royal advisor. His most enduring contribution lies in authoring the Arthashastra, a seminal text […]Read More
The Lion’s Seat: Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s Throne and The Apex of Sikh Empire The founder and the leader of Sikh Empire in the early 19th century famously known as the lion of Punjab, Maharaja Ranjit Singh. A fascinating historical figure remembered for his military powers who was able to establish a strong kingdom in the […]Read More
A Roaring Legacy: The Tale Behind Tipu Sultan’s Tiger Themed Throne. Sultan Fateh Ali Sahab Tipu, or the infamous Tipu Sultan had once ruled the kingdom of Mysore, a city in Karnataka. His rule started from the year 1782, after the death of his father Hyder Ali. He is often praised for his heroic resistance […]Read More
Gold and Gems: Uncovering the Glory of Mysore’s Chinnada Simhasana Mysore, a city nestled in the southern part of Karnataka, India breathes life into history. This place has witnessed the rise and fall of empires like the Hoysala and The Vijayanagar Empire, along with the fascinating generation of The Wadiyar Dynasty. The iconic Mysore Palace […]Read More
Every huge achievement requires the effort of each and any atomic feats of smaller achievements. And this is, for a fact, de facto when it comes to the discussion and learning about the Indian independence for freedom. The maiden step to this was the uprising of 1857 or the Great Revolt of 1857, often referred […]Read More
In the mystic realms of ancient Vedic India, a luminary figure graced the tapestry of philosophical wisdom—Lopamudra, also known as Kaveri, Kaushitaki, and Varaprada. She transcended the conventional roles of her time, not merely as the revered consort of the sage Agastya, but as a formidable philosopher in her own right. The echoes of her […]Read More
Harsha, the illustrious king of the Pushyabhuti dynasty, stands as a monumental figure etched in the annals of Indian history. Born in 590 CE in the formidable kingdom of Sthanvishvara, which would later become Thanesar, Haryana, Harsha ascended to the throne in 606 CE. His reign, spanning from northern to northwestern India, saw the zenith […]Read More
Vishakhadatta, an illustrious figure in the tapestry of ancient Indian literature, remains shrouded in mystery, with only faint glimpses of his life found in the verses of his surviving works, Mudrārākṣasa and Devichandraguptam. Despite the scarcity of biographical details, scholars have attempted to place him in the chronicles of Indian history, sparking debates about his […]Read More
The Mughal Empire has produced unparalleled artistic pieces of art, jewellery, architecture and most of all the royal seats of their Empire’s rulers. Studded with opulent gemstones and rare metals with intricate designs, their thrones were not just mere seats for their grand Emperors – they were symbols of power and the glory for this […]Read More