History

India's freedom struggle is remembered through the courage and sacrifices of countless individuals who stood against colonial oppression and fought for the country's independence....

Chhath Puja, one of the oldest and most significant Hindu festivals dedicated to the worship of the Sun God, Surya, and Chhathi Maiya, is...

India's rich literary, historical and intellectual heritage has received international recognition with three of its significant ancient works, the Mahabharata, Arthashastra and Rajatarangini, being...

Bhai Dooj, also known as Bhaiya Dooj or Yam Dwitiya, is a Hindu festival that celebrates the special bond between brothers and sisters. Observed...

India's ancient manuscripts hold centuries of knowledge, reflecting the country's rich contributions to science, mathematics, medicine, philosophy, literature and culture. Recognising the importance of...

Dhanteras, also known as Dhanatrayodashi or Dhanvantari Trayodashi, marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali festival. Celebrated on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of...

In a remarkable achievement for India's cultural and historical heritage, the Bihar Museum in Patna has secured the ninth position in the 'World's 100...

Founded on Vijayadashami in 1936, the organisation has spent nine decades nurturing women’s leadership, cultural awareness and social responsibility through its guiding ideals of...

From a modest beginning in Nagpur in 1925 to a nationwide network of swayamsevaks, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh completes a century of an eventful...

Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is one of India’s most significant festivals, symbolising the victory of good over evil, truth over falsehood and righteousness...

Every year on October 2, India observes Gandhi Jayanti to commemorate the birth anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, one of the most influential figures...

Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti is observed every year on October 2 to remember one of India’s most respected leaders, whose life was marked by...

In the vast cultural landscape of Rajasthan, where history, folklore and faith often exist side by side, few figures command as distinctive a place...

Every year, when Mumbai turns into a sea of colour, music and devotion for Ganesh Chaturthi, one name commands extraordinary attention, Lalbaugcha Raja. For...

Just a few kilometres from the grandeur of Udaipur's City Palace, away from the bustle of the city, stands a place of quiet dignity...