Category: History

Bharat Rajya is an interactive historical map platform developed by Krishna Seshadri, a Mumbai-based software developer who used AI tools to make Indian history more accessible and engaging. The platform gained national attention after being praised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during Mann Ki Baat. It highlights India’s diverse regional powers, including the Ahom Dynasty … Continue reading Bharat Rajya: Mapping India’s Historical Powers

A century-old land record of the Kamakhya Devalaya, dating to 1904–05, was handed over to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on August 19 during the inauguration of the Integrated District Commissioner’s Office in Guwahati. The document provides a valuable record of the historical administration of land associated with the Nilachal Hills. The archival document … Continue reading 1904–05 Kamakhya Devalaya Land Record

Nagaland has yielded evidence of human habitation dating back nearly 3,500 years, following an archaeological expedition in the limestone caves and rockshelters of Noklak district in the Naga Hills Ophiolite Belt. The discoveries have pushed back the known history of prehistoric settlement in the state. Researchers uncovered ancient pottery, stone tools, hearths, and carbonised grains, … Continue reading Evidence of 3,500-Year-Old Human Habitation Found in Nagaland

Assam is in talks with filmmaker Aditya Dhar to produce a big-budget biopic on Lachit Borphukan, the 17th-century Ahom general who led the Ahom forces to victory over the Mughals in the Battle of Saraighat. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said discussions will be held in August, with the government willing to collaborate with other … Continue reading Proposed Biopic on Lachit Borphukan

Rajmala, the royal chronicle of the Manikya dynasty of Tripura, is among the oldest continuous royal chronicles in India. Compiled in the 15th century during the reign of Maharaja Dharma Manikya, it records the history, traditions, and cultural heritage of the Tripura kingdom, portraying the Manikya rulers as custodians of dharma. According to Rajmala, the … Continue reading Rajmala

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has designated the Natural History Museum, Mizoram University, Aizawl, as an official repository under Section 39 of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002. As a notified repository, the museum is authorised to collect, preserve, maintain, and document biological specimens, strengthening biodiversity research, conservation, and scientific reference collections. … Continue reading Natural History Museum, Mizoram University

Lamsial Puk, located near Farkawn village in Champhai district, Mizoram, is one of the state's most significant archaeological sites. Radiocarbon (Carbon-14) dating of ancient human skeletal remains recovered from the cave has dated them to AD 1729–1789, providing one of the first scientifically verified dates for human remains discovered at the site. The findings enhance … Continue reading Lamsial Puk Cave

Bhil Revolt: A Century and a Quarter of Struggle, authored by Subhash Chandra Kushwaha and translated by Naresh 'Nadeem', chronicles the Bhil resistance (1800–1925) against colonial rule and feudal oppression. The book argues that the Bhils, one of India's largest tribal communities, were the original inhabitants of vast regions across present-day Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, … Continue reading Bhil Revolt: A Century and a Quarter of Struggle

The American Revolution culminated in the United States Declaration of Independence, drafted principally by Thomas Jefferson on a portable lap writing desk. Initially, the conflict was largely a civil war within Britain's American colonies. It became an international war after France (1778) and Spain (1779) joined against Britain, while the Netherlands provided vital financial support. … Continue reading 250th Anniversary of American Independence

The West Bengal Government has decided to officially observe Paschimbanga Divas on 20 June. The date marks the 1947 Bengal Legislative Assembly vote in favour of partitioning Bengal and creating a separate province, which later became West Bengal. The observance commemorates the historical events that led to the formation of the state after India's Partition. … Continue reading Paschimbanga Divas (West Bengal Day)

The National Council of Educational Research and Training has decided to replace a retouched image of the iconic Dancing Girl of Mohenjo-daro in its new Class 9 Art textbook. The Dancing Girl is a famous bronze sculpture of the Indus Valley Civilization, noted for its realistic craftsmanship and artistic sophistication. The figure stands in a … Continue reading Mohenjo-daro Dancing Girl in NCERT Textbook

A regional symposium titled “Kuranganayani and Her Significance in Manipuri Society in Assam” was organised by the Sahitya Akademi and Manipuri Sahitya Parishad Assam to highlight the historical and cultural links between Assam and Manipur. Kuranganayani, daughter of Jai Singh of Manipur, was married to Ahom king Rajeswar Singha. She played a crucial role during … Continue reading Kuranganayani and Assam–Manipur Historical Ties

Scientific studies at an ancient site near Dungtlang village in Champhai district of Mizoram revealed evidence of human habitation spanning several historical periods. Carbon dating findings indicate that the site was inhabited during four distinct phases between 410 AD and 1830 AD, suggesting repeated settlement patterns over centuries rather than continuous occupation. Researchers observed intervals … Continue reading Ancient Human Habitation Evidence Found in Mizoram

In early Buddhist art between the 3rd century BCE and 1st century CE, the empty seat or vacant throne symbolised the spiritual presence and enlightenment of the Buddha without depicting him in human form. Known as the Vajrasana or “Diamond Throne,” the symbol represented the Buddha’s attainment of enlightenment beneath the Bodhi tree at Bodh … Continue reading Vajrasana or Empty Throne in Early Buddhist Art

The term Kshetra-patni meaning “Mistress of the Field” originates in the Atharvaveda. In the agricultural hymns of the text, the term refers either to a female guardian deity associated with agriculture or to the wife who participates alongside her cultivator husband in agricultural and fertility rituals. The concept reflects the important role of women in … Continue reading Kshetra-patni in the Atharvaveda

Veer Gundadhur was a prominent tribal freedom fighter from the Bastar region who led the historic Bhumkal Rebellion of 1910 against British colonial rule. The rebellion emerged as a resistance movement against exploitative colonial policies, interference in tribal administration and suppression of indigenous rights. Gundadhur mobilised tribal communities through guerrilla tactics and grassroots organisation, becoming … Continue reading Veer Shaheed Gundadhur and the Bhumkal Rebellion

Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted the historical importance of ancient regions such as Anga, Vanga, Kalinga and Kamarupa, describing them as centres of a powerful eastern civilisation that contributed significantly to India’s cultural and economic strength. Anga, centred around present-day Bhagalpur in Bihar, was an important Mahajanapada. Vanga corresponded to parts of Bengal and Bangladesh, known … Continue reading Anga, Vanga, Kalinga and Kamarupa – Civilisational Legacy of Eastern India

The Haymarket Affair in 1886 marked a turning point in global labour movements, where workers protested for an 8-hour workday. The incident became a symbol of workers’ struggle and sacrifice. Labour Day, observed on May 1, emerged from this movement to honour workers’ contributions and rights. It is marked by rallies and public events worldwide, … Continue reading Haymarket Affair – Origin of Labour Day

The First Battle of Panipat, fought on April 21, 1526, marked a decisive victory of Babur over the Lodi Sultanate, leading to the establishment of Mughal rule in India. Despite being outnumbered, Babur’s superior strategy ensured success. He employed innovative tactics like Tulughma (flanking manoeuvres) and the Rumi method using field artillery and matchlocks. His … Continue reading 500 YEARS OF First Battle of Panipat (1526) – Military Turning Point

Madman Theory is a strategic doctrine where a leader projects an image of unpredictability and irrationality to influence adversaries. By appearing willing to take extreme actions, including escalation to war, it seeks to create fear and uncertainty, thereby forcing opponents to make concessions. The concept is closely associated with Richard Nixon and Henry Kissinger during … Continue reading Madman Theory in International Relations

The 1973 oil crisis was a major global energy shock triggered when Arab members of OPEC imposed an oil embargo on countries supporting Israel during the Yom Kippur War. It marked the first large-scale use of oil as a geopolitical weapon. The embargo led to a sharp reduction in oil supply and a fourfold increase … Continue reading 1973 Oil Crisis — Global Energy Shock

The second edition of the Freedom Trail commemorates the historic entry of the 14th Dalai Lama into India through Kenzamani in 1959, symbolising courage, faith and resilience. The six-day foot march retraces this significant route from Kenzamani to Tawang, culminating at Pungteng Tse. The initiative goes beyond a physical journey, serving as a tribute to … Continue reading Freedom Trail — Dalai Lama’s Historic Route

Asauca Sara Samgraha is a traditional manuscript written in Sanskrit using the Bamuniya script on paper pulp. It deals with the concept of asauca (ritual impurity) and outlines related religious observances as prescribed in classical Hindu traditions. The authorship of the text remains unknown. The manuscript consists of 14 folios (28 pages) and is preserved … Continue reading Asauca Sara Samgraha — Manuscript of Ritual Practices