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The Untold Story of India's Iconic Monkey Cap

Discover the fascinating journey of the humble monkey cap from Crimean War battlefields to Indian streets. Learn why this unassuming winter essential has survived decades of fashion trends.

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!

Accused Shot While Fleeing Police in Rajkot

Surendranagar police shot a history-sheeter in the leg as he tried to escape after attacking an officer with a knife during a crime scene reconstruction. Details inside.

Fugitive caught after 13 years via wedding call intercept

Sandeep Mishra, a history-sheeter who escaped police custody in 2012, was finally arrested in Banda. Police tracked him down after intercepting a call about his son's wedding. Read the full story of the dramatic capture.

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.

A-plus rowdy Ambedkar arrested in Andhra Pradesh

Chennai police arrest notorious history-sheeter Ambedkar in Andhra Pradesh. He faces over 30 criminal cases, including murder. Read the full story for details on the operation and seized items.

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