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Tales & Trails
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For millions of Indians, a day without a cup of ‘Chai’ is unimaginable. But did you know, hardly anyone in India drank tea until 1900s. In this episode of Tales & Trails, we bring you a fascinating insight into how politics, economics and a massive propaganda campaign by the British, turned Indians into ‘Chai Lovers’.
History Daily
Cover Story
Ledo: The Road that Raised a Storm
A unique road connecting India, China and Myanmar was the largest, costliest and most controversial engineering project of the Second World War
Cover Story
Miraj: From Swords to Strings
That a non-edible, poisonous gourd should create music is a strange thing to hear... but fact, sometimes, can be stranger and more delightful than fiction. Join us as we trace the story of the Miraj Tanpura - a musical instrument that was pioneered over 200 years ago by a family of sword-smiths.
Amazing India
Pari Mahal: The Palace of Fairies
‘Pari Mahal’ or the Palace of Fairies built by Jahangir’s grandson, Dara Shikoh is perched on top of the Zarbawan mountain range, overlooking the Dal Lake in Srinagar and really lives up to its name.
Stories that Make India
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This center of art and culture has been at the heart of many an empire
Amazing India
Snapshort Histories
Cooch Behar’s Palace of Pride
Today, known more for its grinding poverty, there was a time when the kingdom of Cooch Behar was renowned for its splendour and the great beauty of its princesses!
Amazing India
Maluti - Forgotten Temples of Jharkhand
Featured among the ‘12 ancient landmarks in the world, on the verge of vanishing’, read on to know why Maluti’s unique temples need help.
Amazing India
St. Andrew’s Church – Older than the Taj!
Catch the story of St. Andrew’s Church, the oldest church of Bandra,that has stood tall for 400 years and still holds active service.
Weaves of India
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Trace the history of Paithan’s majestic weave, that once made Indian textiles famous across the world
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Living History
Forgotten Treasures
The Grandest Necklace Made
The famed ‘Patiala Necklace’ with the famous ‘De Beers’ diamond, one of the largest in the world, was a head turner like no other. Ironically it was made for a man.
History in a Dish
The Kahani of the Khichdi
This humble comfort food is not just versatile, almost every family has a different recipe for it, it is also ancient. Here is the story of a dish most Indians take for granted!
Forgotten Treasures
The Rare Coins of the Republic of India
Collectors and numismatic enthusiasts will pay through their nose for coins that are rare, no matter when they were minted. Here are 5 of modern India’s most prized coins.
