by Aseem Gupta | Feb 24, 2025 | History
In 1700, India was a global economic powerhouse, holding a remarkable 27% of the world’s economy, far surpassing all of Europe combined. By 1947, when India finally gained its independence, this share had dwindled to less than 3%, and the country was left...
by Aseem Gupta | Feb 23, 2025 | History
The history of Northeast India is often veiled in a mixture of mystery and myth, filled with tales of warrior tribes, dark magic, and enigmatic cultures. Yet, amid this shroud of intrigue, one story stands out as both remarkable and essential to the region’s history:...
by Aseem Gupta | Feb 22, 2025 | History
The Romani people, often associated with the terms “Gypsy” and “Roma,” hold a history steeped in mystery, migration, and prejudice. Their journey from the Indian subcontinent to the far reaches of Europe over a thousand years ago is not only a...
by Aseem Gupta | Feb 21, 2025 | History
The history of India’s fall to European powers is complex and multifaceted, shaped by factors ranging from internal political dynamics to external technological and strategic advantages. The story unfolds over centuries, from the arrival of European traders in the...
by Aseem Gupta | Feb 20, 2025 | History
The year 1070 CE was a pivotal moment in South India’s history, as the legendary Chola Empire teetered on the brink of collapse. A once formidable empire, the Cholas were beset by internal strife, external enemies, and the looming specter of extinction. At the...
by Aseem Gupta | Feb 19, 2025 | History
Tibet, a land often viewed through the lens of its contemporary struggles under Chinese authority, once stood as a formidable force, shaping the geopolitics of the early Medieval Era. Long before its modern-day challenges, Tibet was a land of ambition and power. From...
by Aseem Gupta | Feb 18, 2025 | History
In the rich tapestry of ancient Indian history, few figures have left such a lasting imprint as the courtesans. Often misunderstood and misrepresented, these women were far more than just entertainers or objects of desire. They were intellectuals, artists, and...
by Aseem Gupta | Feb 17, 2025 | History
Ashoka the Great is often celebrated as one of history’s most transformative rulers, a monarch whose conversion to Buddhism and subsequent reign of peace and religious tolerance reshaped the Indian subcontinent. Known for his support of moral governance through...
by Aseem Gupta | Feb 16, 2025 | History
The rich tapestry of cultural exchanges between India and Southeast Asia stretches across millennia, touching every facet of life—art, architecture, language, and religion. But one of the most intriguing chapters in this shared history lies in how Cambodia, a land now...
by Aseem Gupta | Feb 15, 2025 | History
The connection between the ancient Greeks, Romans, and India is a rich and intricate tapestry, often overlooked in mainstream history. While most are familiar with Alexander the Great’s invasion in the 4th century BCE, this was just the beginning of a profound...
