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Royal Purple: The Snail Dye That Cost a Fortune

Discover the incredible history of royal purple, a dye made from rare sea snails so expensive it was reserved for emperors. Explore its journey from ancient luxury to modern symbolism.

India's Journey: Navigating Between Hope and Despair

Exploring India's complex history through its touchstones of hope and despair, from Partition to economic reforms. Understand the nation's ongoing struggle for identity and progress. Read more.

Horse Traders' Role in Islam's Diverse Indian History

Author Devdutt Pattanaik explores how the arrival of Islam in Bengal and Odisha differed from Gujarat, tracing its roots to Central Asian horse traders and local king dynamics. Read this insightful analysis.

Macaulay's Cradle: Colonial Education's Lasting Impact

Exploring the enduring legacy of Thomas Macaulay's 1835 Minute on Indian Education and its profound, complex impact on modern India's identity, language, and intellectual landscape. A deep dive into history's cradle.

The 2,500-Year History of Ice Cream Revealed

Explore the incredible 2,500-year journey of ice cream, from ancient Persian snow treats to Mughal-era kulfi and its global evolution. Discover how this frozen dessert conquered the world!

Zehanpora Dig Reveals Kashmir's Ancient Buddhist Past

The excavation of a 2,000-year-old Buddhist site in Baramulla's Zehanpora highlights Kashmir's pivotal role in ancient Indian civilization and global Buddhism. Essential reading for UPSC aspirants.

Ancient Buddhist site discovered in Zehanpora village

Archaeologists uncover a Kushan-era Buddhist complex in north India's Zehanpora, revealing the valley's lost role in ancient trade and spirituality. Explore the story that began in a French museum.

Pune's 160-Year Observatory Decoding Skies Since 1856

Discover Pune's Central Agro-meteorological Observatory, operational since 1856. From pre-dawn balloon launches to critical data for the Air Force, explore how this historic facility forecasts India's weather. Read its hidden story.

Sakya Monlam: 1000+ Pray for Peace at Bodh Gaya

More than 1000 devotees from Tibet and NE India join the Sakya Monlam prayer gathering in Bodh Gaya, led by Trichen Rinpoche. Prayers for universal peace continue until Jan 3. Read more.

New Nalanda University: A Net-Zero Revival of Ancient Glory

Explore how the new Nalanda University campus in Bihar blends ancient wisdom with modern sustainability, creating a global 'net-zero' hub for learning and community empowerment. Discover its unique architecture and mission.

First Heart Transplant at Ernakulam GH Saves 22-Year-Old

Ernakulam General Hospital performs India's first district-level heart transplant. A 22-year-old Nepali woman receives a new heart from a 46-year-old Kollam donor. Read this inspiring story of medical triumph.

Fog Diverts 3 Flights to Kolkata, Cancels One

Dense fog in North India forced three flights to Gaya and Varanasi to divert to Kolkata on Thursday, while a Varanasi-Kolkata flight was cancelled. Several passengers were Buddhist pilgrims. Read for details and weather warnings.

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