When U.S. President Donald Trump introduced punitive tariffs on global imports, many countries, including India, felt the tremors. The move, particularly targeting Chinese goods, quickly spread to affect other trading nations. India, which exported around…
Marthanda Varma (1706–1758), the visionary king of Travancore in present-day Kerala, was a ruler far ahead of his time. Revered as the “Maker of Modern Travancore,” he not only expanded the boundaries of his kingdom…
Introduction In the ongoing fiscal year 2024–25, Gujarat has once again emerged as India’s top exporting state, contributing a remarkable share of over 30% to the nation’s total merchandise exports. At the heart of this…
India’s merchandise export performance in FY 2024–25 reveals a remarkable trend: states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka are powering the country’s outward trade trajectory. Among them, Gujarat stands tall, contributing nearly 30.7% of…
India is a land of rivers, where water bodies are not merely natural formations but sacred lifelines that have shaped its civilization, culture, and spirituality. Among the multitude of rivers that traverse the subcontinent, seven…
The history of India is illuminated by civilizations that stood resilient against centuries of invasions. Among them, two names shine with unmatched glory—Mewar and the Marathas. While Mewar symbolized an unbroken continuity of Hindu resistance…
Lothal Dockyard: The World’s Earliest Maritime Marvel The ancient city of Lothal, a jewel of the Indus Valley Civilization, holds a unique place in global history not merely for its urban planning and trade but…
Dadoji Konddev (also spelled Konddeo or Kondadev) occupies a significant yet often overlooked place in Indian history, especially in the story of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the legendary founder of the Maratha Empire. A loyal administrator…
India, a civilization that spans over 9500 years, has seen the rise of numerous leaders—some who inherited power, and others who earned it through sheer merit, vision, and perseverance. The latter group reflects the spirit…
Who is a True Brahmin? A Moral and Spiritual Perspective Beyond Birth In a time when identities are often boxed into narrow definitions, the ancient Indian concept of a Brahmin offers a timeless insight into…