On July 30, 2025, India witnessed the homecoming of one of its most sacred archaeological treasures — the Piprahwa Relics, believed to contain the bodily remains of Gautama Buddha. After a separation of 127 years,…
The world today watches in horror as famine grips Gaza—a humanitarian catastrophe born out of Hamas’s stubborn refusal to release hostages and Israel’s relentless military operations. The international community is appalled not only by the…
India’s ancient past is layered with rich civilizations, spiritual philosophies, and historical marvels. Yet, one of its most astounding contributions to world prehistory lies quietly in the village of Jwalapuram, located in the Nandyal district…
India is not just a nation—it is a civilization that has thrived uninterrupted for over 9500 years. From the prehistoric settlements of Mehrgarh and Bhirrana to the rise of mighty empires like the Mauryas, Guptas,…
Introduction India’s democratic ethos is often traced to modern constitutional developments, especially after 1947. However, the roots of self-governance in India run much deeper, going back to the Vedic age, which flourished between 1500 BCE…
The rise of the Maratha Empire under the leadership of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is well documented and celebrated in Indian history. While Shivaji Maharaj stands tall as a visionary warrior-king, his success was built upon…
The Nayanars were a group of deeply devoted Shaivite saints who lived in Tamil Nadu between the 6th and 9th centuries CE, and whose poetic hymns and spiritual practices formed the backbone of the early…
Introduction The Nāḷāyira Divya Prabandham is a monumental compilation of devotional hymns sung by the Āḻvārs, the Tamil poet-saints of South India, who were deeply devoted to Lord Vishnu. Comprising 4000 verses, the term Nāḷāyira…
The Āḻvārs were a group of twelve revered Tamil poet-saints who lived between the 6th and 9th centuries CE in South India. They were deeply devoted to Lord Vishnu and are considered the earliest proponents…
The Indian independence movement is often narrated through a narrow lens that places Mahatma Gandhi and the Indian National Congress at the center of the struggle. While their contributions are undeniable, this perspective oversimplifies a…