Railways ditch British-era black bandhgala coats
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces end of colonial-era black prince coats in railways. PM Modi pushes to identify and replace such practices with Indian alternatives.
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Muslims' Crucial Role in India's Fight for Swaraj
Explore the pivotal yet overlooked contributions of Indian Muslims in the Swaraj movement. This historical analysis reveals their integral role in shaping India's independence narrative.
British Museum hires treasure hunter for stolen artefacts
As calls grow to return colonial-era artefacts, the British Museum seeks a modern 'treasure hunter' to recover stolen items. A look at the irony and changing narratives. Read more.
Gorakhpur: Armed Robbers Steal Rs 50 Lakh, Hold Family Hostage
Armed robbers held a retired Lekhpal's family hostage in Gorakhpur, escaping with cash & jewellery worth over Rs 50 lakh. Police launch manhunt. Read the shocking details.
Delhi's Simon Bolivar Marg: A Tribute Amid Venezuela Crisis
As Venezuela faces US strikes, a Delhi road named after its liberator Simon Bolivar highlights India's historic anti-colonial ties with Latin America. Discover this symbolic connection.
Rs 52 Lakh Gold Heist in Pune's Shewalwadi
Armed dacoits robbed a jewellery store on Pune-Solapur highway, escaping with gold worth Rs 52 lakh. Police are investigating using CCTV footage. Read the full report.
Mark Twain's Powerful Anti-Imperialist Quote Resonates
Explore Mark Twain's fierce opposition to imperialism, as captured in a powerful 1901 quote. His words remain a crucial reminder for modern global politics. Read more.
President's Address to Focus on Shedding Colonial Mindset
President's Parliament address to highlight 'reform, perform, transform' and eradicating colonial mentality. Ministries provide inputs for the speech ahead of Budget Session. Details inside.
Pradhan: India must shed colonial mindset for 2047 vision
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan slams Macaulay education system, urges India to embrace indigenous vision. Announces plan to upgrade Bhonsala Military School into a Defence University. #NewIndia #EducationReform
1907 Ground Tax in Lyallpur: Colonial Revenue Policy
In 1907, the British Raj imposed a ground tax in Lyallpur, now Faisalabad. This colonial revenue policy aimed to boost income from the fertile Chenab Colony. Discover its historical impact.
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.
Gin & Tonic's Role in British Empire's Survival
A viral clip reveals gin & tonic was vital medicine, not just a drink. Discover how quinine in tonic water, mixed with gin, protected British forces from malaria, enabling colonial rule in India and beyond. Read the fascinating history.
Sabarimala gold missing from more artefacts, says SIT
The SIT probing the Sabarimala gold theft scandal reveals gold is missing from seven copper plates, not just idols. Key accused named, ISRO's VSSC to assist investigation. Read the latest developments.
Police foil major Ahmedabad loot plan, arrest UP gang member
Shamlaji police thwart a major robbery in Ahmedabad's posh west, arresting a UP gang member with firearms and ammunition. Details on the foiled plot inside.
Gaya GRP jawans suspended for Rs 1.44 crore gold loot
Four Gaya GRP jawans suspended for allegedly looting 1 kg gold biscuits worth Rs 1.44 crore from a trader's staff on a train. SIT investigation ongoing. Read the full details.
Java Man Fossil Returns Home to Indonesia After 130 Years
The historic Homo erectus fossils, known as Java Man, are back in Indonesia after over a century in the Netherlands. This landmark repatriation reshapes scientific heritage and national pride. Read about its journey and significance.
Gangster Vinay Tyagi killed in custody: A life of crime since 13
Vinay Tyagi, a gangster with 60 cases, was shot while in police custody. His life of crime began at 13, included a political foray, and ended amid allegations of a Rs 750-crore loot. Read the full story.
GRP jawans accused of looting 1 kg gold biscuits in Gaya
A major investigation is underway after four GRP jawans allegedly snatched 1 kg of gold biscuits worth Rs 1.44 crore from a bullion trader's staff on a train near Koderma. Read the full details of the shocking incident and the police action.
Kolkata's Fort William: An Invisible Force Shaping the City
A unique river walk reveals how the unseen Fort William reconfigured Kolkata's power, labour, and riverfront. Discover the hidden history that shaped the city's destiny. Read the full story.
Six Cops Suspended in Jamtara After Jewellery Store Lootings
Jamtara SP Rajkumar Mehta suspends six police personnel, including two station OCs, for negligence following back-to-back jewellery store loots. Read about the action and public outcry.
Five Masked Men Rob Mysuru Jewellery Shop in Daylight
In a daring daylight robbery, five masked men looted a jewellery shop in Mysuru's Kuvempunagar. Police launch massive manhunt for the culprits. Read the full story.
Armed Robbery at Mysuru Jewellery Shop, 3 Suspects Sought
Three masked men, one brandishing a gun, robbed a jewellery store in Hunsur, Mysuru. Police launch manhunt after the daring daytime heist caught on CCTV.
Novel 'Soul Climate' Recreates Halide Edib's 1935 India Tour
Inez Baranay's new novel 'Soul Climate' reimagines Turkish feminist Halide Edib's 1935 India visit, weaving her story with three Muslim cousins in colonial India. Explore this blend of history and fiction.
Kanpur Police Arrests 6 for Rs 3.9 Lakh Robbery
Kanpur police cracked a robbery case, arresting six men who looted Rs 3.9 lakh from a salesman. The accused were identified using surveillance cameras. Read the full story.
Mazar looted inside high-security police compound in Kaimur
In a major security lapse, thieves stole cash from a mazar's donation box located within a police station campus in Bhabhua. The incident raises serious questions about safety and vigilance. Read the full report.
Sikh Watchmaker Dynasty in Kenya Faces End of an Era
The Singh family's five-generation watchmaking legacy in Nairobi, intertwined with British colonial history and Kenya's independence struggle, now faces an uncertain future as the last keeper of the craft, 74-year-old Ravinder Singh, wonders who will carr
Chhattisgarh Scraps Guard of Honour for Ministers, Cops
Chhattisgarh govt abolishes ceremonial Guard of Honour for ministers & police officers during routine visits. Move aims to free police for core duties. Read details.
Jamtara traders protest after jewellery store loot, owner shot
Jamtara's trade halted as businessmen protest a violent jewellery store robbery. Owner Aman Verma was shot while resisting. Police form SIT, probe negligence. Read for details.
Exploring the Gilded Lives of India's Historical Elite
Dive into the opulent world of India's historical elite. Discover their lavish lifestyles, cultural contributions, and the complex legacy they left behind. Uncover stories of grandeur and power.
Chhattisgarh Scraps Guard of Honour for Routine Visits
Chhattisgarh govt abolishes colonial-era Guard of Honour tradition for ministers & police officers during routine tours to better deploy police for public safety. Read details.
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