Historically Speaking

Art of Jewelry traversed from Ancient to Modern India

24 Feb 2024 07:27 AM IST

The history of jewelry in ancient India is rich and diverse, spanning thousands of years and reflecting the cultural, social, and religious practices of different civilizations. India has a long jewellery history, which has gone through various changes via cultural influence and politics for more than 5,000–8,000 years. Because India

Journey of Spices in India

23 Feb 2024 06:48 AM IST

The history of spices in India reflects a fascinating journey of cultural exchange, economic prosperity, and the integration of Indian flavors into the global culinary landscape. No Indian dinner would be complete without spices, and no tale about the subcontinent would be complete. Spices are so intertwined with Indian history

HISTORY OF INDIAN MARTIAL ARTS

21 Feb 2024 05:34 AM IST

The history of Indian martial arts is rich and diverse, spanning thousands of years and influenced by various cultural, regional, and historical factors. Here is an overview of the historical development of Indian martial arts. Among the most common terms today, sastra-vidya, is a compound of the words sastra (weapon)

History of Indian Classical Dances

20 Feb 2024 05:27 AM IST

Classical dances in India are rich cultural expressions that have evolved over centuries. Each classical dance form has its own unique style, repertoire, cultural significance and history. These classical dance forms are deeply rooted in Indian traditions, drawing inspiration from ancient texts, mythology, and historical events. They are characterized by

History of Perfume in India

19 Feb 2024 09:35 AM IST

The word perfume is used today to describe scented mixtures and is derived from the Latin word, “per fumus,” meaning through smoke. The word perfumery refers to the art of making perfumes. Perfume was refined by the Romans, the Persians and the Arabs. Although perfume and perfumery also existed in

History of Railway in India

17 Feb 2024 06:55 AM IST

Indian Railways boasts one of the world’s largest railway networks, spanning over 67,000 kilometers. Rail transport in India consists of primarily of passenger and freight shipments along an integrated rail network. Indian Railways (IR), a statutory body under the ownership of the Ministry of Railways of the Government of India,

The Indian Museum, Kolkata

16 Feb 2024 06:48 AM IST

The Indian Museum originated from the Asiatic Society of Bengal which was created by Sir William Jones in 1784. The concept of having a museum arose in 1796 from members of the Asiatic Society as a place where man-made and natural objects collected could be kept, cared for and displayed.

An Odyssey to the Oldest Museums in the World

16 Feb 2024 06:45 AM IST

Come along with us as we uncover the captivating history and cultural significance of these incredible museums. As we initiate our journey through the time, it becomes evident that we are going to comprehend about one of the oldest museums in the world. They are not just repositories of art

Story of India’s Space ProgramME

15 Feb 2024 11:17 AM IST

In 2023, India became the fourth nation to successfully land a spacecraft on the Moon. The success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission helped establish India as a capable space power and bolstered its growing space ambitions. The history of India’s space program is in many ways the inverse of the history

The Story of India’s Space Program

15 Feb 2024 06:19 AM IST

Today, we will understand the journey of India’s space program which began with the inception of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), which is the space agency of India. In 2023, India became the fourth nation to successfully land a spacecraft on the Moon. The success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission helped

Story of Women Monarchs in India

14 Feb 2024 04:51 AM IST

Women monarchs in India were no exception of the valour and administrative prowess claimed by their male counterparts. Joan Ruth Bader Ginsburg was an American jurist who served as an associate justice of the Supreme Court of the United States once said “Women belong in all places where decisions are

History of Majestic Forts in India

13 Feb 2024 10:02 AM IST

India is extremely rich in its culture and heritage and it is apparent by the royal existence of around one thousands of forts. The Archaeological Survey of India is an Indian government agency that is responsible for archaeological research and the conservation and preservation of cultural historical monuments, including forts,