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From a dark colonial past to a ceremonial chair: how Mumbai’s mayoral post came to be
January 23, 2026 12:01 pm
As Mumbai prepares to get its 59th mayor, the office, now largely symbolic, can be traced back to a controversial colonial past often described as one of the darkest chapters of British rule in the city
Hidden Stories | From a 1910s shed to a Neo-Classical landmark: The forgotten story of Pune’s very first movie theatre
January 17, 2026 2:31 pm
In 1931, the Napier Cinema in Poona Cantonment had transformed into a West End cinema. Among the American films being screened at Napier was The Broken Coin (1915), an adventure-mystery series directed by Francis Ford.
Knowledge Nugget | How is an Indian Navy ship showcasing ancient maritime traditions?
December 17, 2025 11:51 am
UPSC Current Affairs and culture: What INSV Kaundinya, the Indian Navy’s stitched ship, tells us about history, culture, and its UPSC relevance.
Knowledge Nugget: Why Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Non-Cooperation Movement matter for UPSC prep
August 12, 2025 3:11 pm
UPSC Current Affairs: August 1 marks the 105th death anniversary of Bal Gangadhar Tilak. In today’s Knowledge Nugget, learn about his contribution to the freedom struggle. In ‘Beyond the Nugget’, explore the Non-Cooperation Movement, which also began on this date.
Akbar and Aurangzeb, Pakistan and India – what history textbooks tell us about the two countries
July 24, 2025 3:02 pm
Neither celebrates Akbar, and they hold opposing views on Aurangzeb
UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise static quiz : History and Culture MCQs on 'Frontier Gandhi', speeches by freedom fighters and more (Week 117)
July 14, 2025 4:56 pm
Attempt today’s UPSC CSE Prelims quiz on History and Culture. Curated questions, detailed explanations, and key facts help you master the static syllabus fast.
Italy’s sunken Roman city of Aenaria rises again; visitors to explore via glass-bottomed boats, snorkelling
July 12, 2025 1:53 pm
The rediscovery was driven by Lauro and a team of local tour operators, archaeologists, and volunteers who self-funded the ongoing excavation.
Who was Sewdass Sadhu, mentioned by PM Modi in Trinidad & Tobago speech?
July 08, 2025 8:14 pm
Sewdass Sadhu was an indentured labourer, credited with single-handedly building the famous “Temple in the Sea” in the Gulf of Paria, the shallow body of water between Trinidad and Venezuela.
Oldest boomerang ever found doesn’t come back — so what was it used for 42,000 years ago?
June 26, 2025 3:40 pm
Carved from a mammoth tusk with exceptional skill, the boomerang showcases the remarkable sophistication of Homo sapiens in Europe at the time.
Face of a woman who lived 10,500 years ago reconstructed; challenges genetic uniformity among European hunter-gatherers
June 22, 2025 2:17 pm
The woman lived in present-day Belgium, and ancient DNA analysis helped with her facial reconstruction, including skin tone, hair, and eye colour.
HISTORY PHOTOS
What is the world's oldest alphabet?
February 09, 2026 12:17 pm
Ever wondered what is the world's oldest alphabet? Let's take a look.
Beyond the brew: The rise of the tea party
February 04, 2026 10:02 am
Ever wondered where tea parties actually originated from? Here's everything you need to know.
Roots of the Game: Six sports and their fascinating origins
January 28, 2026 11:59 am
Do you play any of these?
Essential things that were actually invented by women
January 20, 2026 12:01 pm
These are essential things and objects used in our everyday life, that were actually invented by women.
Martin Luther King Jr: Facts about the US civil rights activist
January 15, 2026 4:12 pm
Martin Luther King Jr. was an American Civil Rights activist who was born on 15 January 1926. Here's everything you need to know about him.
In pics: 7 watches that changed history
June 06, 2025 1:38 pm
These iconic watches left an indelible mark on history -- from pioneering innovations in accuracy to timepieces that played crucial roles in exploration, warfare, and cultural shifts.
The many wonders of Gol Gumbaz
April 05, 2025 10:08 am
Discover the architectural marvels, rich history, and unique features of this iconic mausoleum, one of India's most impressive landmarks.
Gallery G traces the history of Indian art as it celebrates 20th anniversary
February 03, 2023 5:06 pm
The show includes works from famous artists such as Raja Ravi Varma, M.V. Dhurandhar, J.B. Dikshit, C. Kondiah Raju and many others
Express Wanderlust: In pictures, the prehistoric burial site of Aihole
July 05, 2022 2:20 pm
Aihole is located about 445 km from Bengaluru and is a village on the right bank of the Malaprabha River in Hungund Taluk of Bagalkot district.
In pics: A virtual glimpse of 100 years of art practice
June 14, 2021 5:12 pm
The Edition 2 of The Centum Series by DAG presents a miscellany of Indian art featuring a hundred works by a hundred artists
HISTORY VIDEOS
Life inside the Red Fort, through the eyes of historian Rana Safvi
June 22, 2020 6:04 pm
At a special event introducing her latest book, Rana Safvi gave a tour of what Mughal life looked like inside the Red Fort.
Earthrise: 50 years ago, we saw the earth rise from space for the first time
June 22, 2020 6:07 pm
On Christmas Eve, 1968, astronauts orbiting the moon saw Earth rising for the first time.
Detailed scrutinization required to decipher Netaji's files: Netaji's family members
January 23, 2016 12:45 pm
New Delhi, Jan 23 (ANI): Granddaughter of Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti Rakshit on Saturday said that is a big question why files were kept untouched. She added that since the declassified files were not opened for a longer duration, they didn't have the opportunity to read them. She even Jawaharlal Nehru was "reluctant" to declassify the files. She further added that they were hopeful that they will know the truth. Bose's grand nephew, on the other hand, said it is not easy to read the history that was hidden and distorted for nearly 70 years and it required a detailed scrutinization. He said that the entire nation wanted to know about Netaji's death and the Prime Minister kept his promise.
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