Rather than his military prowess or finely crafted weapons, it was Sikhism that sustained Ranjit Singh’s empire.

Tanras Khan was also stated to be a key figure in the 19th century Indian classical music, known for his intricate khayal ...

India was founded in 1571 by the Emperor Akbar, to be capital of the Mughal Empire, and was abandoned in 1585. UNESCO World ...

The collapse of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's statue at Rajkot Fort reignited debates over his legacy and the Surat raids.

Also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Red Fort is an iconic symbol of Mughal architecture and India's independence. Built by ...

All empires in human history have been formed and sustained by conquest, violence and bloodshed. They can survive only by expansion. After some time, the same expansion becomes a liability for the ...

The article discusses the historical and contemporary significance of the 'Confluence of Two Seas,' from Dara Shukoh's ...

Nandini Das’ book is hailed as being “illuminating, compelling and wonderfully rich in detail”. On the other hand, ...

The UK-based academics are among six authors behind some of the best history writing from the past year to be named on the ...

Stained glass windows, a sweeping staircase and embellished interiors make Mohatta Palace a gem in Karachi, a Pakistani ...

Artistic images based on photographs spawned a popular business and art form that circulated ‘truths’ about an exotic, ...

In a recent update, the government of India has announced that it will change the name of Port Blair to Shri Vijayapuram as a ...