The book analyses five key battles (from the Battle of Hydaspes to the Battle of Assaye) to understand why India often ...

THE principal difficulty in the study of Indian antiquities has always been the absence of a chronological framework. The Indians themselves had no idea of what we mean by history. They possessed a ...

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In early 90s, most documentaries in India were about science, or the evolution of life on earth. Some about ancient history of humans. Thirty years later, the audience as well as content producers ...

Nearly 40% of the land on Earth is covered not by forests, or ice, but by vast expanses of open grasslands like this one in western Maharashtra, India. Now, scientists are turning to an untapped ...

In Haryana, Rakhigarhi is witnessing a remarkable shift. According to the Times of India, the state's Department of Archaeology and Museums has partnered with travel groups to conduct over a hundred ...

The temple is a significant heritage site that attracts history enthusiasts, architecture lovers, and spiritual travelers alike. Visiting Martand Sun Temple provides a deep connection to ancient ...

Elementary level of historical awareness is superficial at the best and thus the need to be more informed on the current situation at which India stands can be done with reading some of the best books ...

Mumbai: Ancient coins are among the most reliable records of Indian rulers, their areas of dominance, and the nature of trade and commerce during early periods. Vast hoards of coins held in private ...