Indian History  

There are many exotic and unique items from the Mughal era; one such item is a metal glass that can detect poison. It is made from Kasa and has a special bottom that changes colour if it detects contaminated water, alerting the king or queen. 

Actor Randeep Hooda delves into his immersive preparation for 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar,' portraying the iconic freedom fighter. He commemorates Savarkar's resilience, emphasizing his role in India's independence

On the 58th anniversary of his passing on February 26, 2024, Veer Savarkar's enduring contributions and achievements continue to inspire generations, symbolizing the indomitable spirit of India's freedom struggle and the pursuit of national resurgence

Yami Gautam and Priyamani lead in a compelling narrative in the film. It informs and educates while keeping audiences engaged. Here are the first reviews of the film

'Mughal-E-Azam' to 'Lagaan' to 'Jodhaa Akbar' are rich tales picked from the history of the sub-continent. The movies speak of courage, love, betrayal and gives us a glimpse in the bygone eras. Here are 7 Bollywood period period pieces you must see

Nadia Chauhan is currently serving as the Chief Marketing Officer and Joint Managing Director of Parle Agro. She has helped the company reach greater heights with her significant roles within the company.

Discover India's rich heritage through its iconic landmarks. From the majestic Taj Mahal to the bustling Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, each site tells a unique story of love, history, and culture. Let's embark on a journey through India's architectural wonders!

Sultan Ibrahim ibni Sultan Iskandar was crowned as the new king of Malaysia for a term of 5 years, on Wednesday. According to media reports, Sultan Ibrahim’s elder son Prince Tunku Ismail Idris has served as a Captain in the Indian Army. In 2007, he became the first foreigner to lead a contingent of the Indian Army.

Mansa Musa is often regarded as one of the wealthiest kings in history. He was born in 1280 in Mali. Under his reign, his country produced 1000 kg of gold annually.

Forbes recently released the list of the world’s most powerful women for 2023. The list features four accomplished Indian women. Nirmala Sitharaman is India’s Finance Minister. She secured the 32^nd rank in the Forbes list. Previously, she was ranked 36^th in the same list.

The Nizam of Hyderabad was India’s first billionaire. He was wealthier than Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani. He assumed the title in 1911 and inherited immense wealth. He possessed Aziz Jacob diamond, a remarkable 283-carat gem worth Rs 130 crore.

Nellayappan B serves as the OSD (Officer on Special Duty) to Nagaland’s CM. He is also the Deputy Director of Nagaland’s School Education system. Nellayappan B grew up in a small house with his parents and four siblings. He worked hard and got a permanent job as a government teacher. In 2012, he became the school's principal and the Assistant Director of the Education Board in 2018. In 2022, Nellayappan was promoted to the rank of Deputy Director.

Shraddha Saxena is revered as the leading beauty and makeup expert from UP. After her marriage, she went through a difficult and distressing experience as she suffered from domestic abuse. She took a divorce and founded an NGO to support single mothers. Today, Shraddha makes a monthly income of Rs 3 lakh.

Savita Pradhan was born in Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh. She was the first girl from her village to complete class 10 studies. Savita was married off at the young age of 16. At 21, she moved out of her husband’s house with her sons and started a new life. She cleared the MPPSC exams in her first attempt and became a PCS officer.

If one were to dig the archives of the All India Radio, interviews of prominent personalities ranging from Pearl S Buck to George Harrison would emerge. Along with it, recordings of speeches made by freedom fighters like Subhash Chandra Bose, or public addresses delivered by stalwarts like Mahatma Gandhi, Rabindranath Tagore, Dr B. R. Ambedkar, Sardar Patel, Sarojini Naidu, etc. would emerge as well. In many ways, the All India Radio has been a chronicler and preserver of Indian history. On World Radio Day, let’s take a look at some of the most historic broadcasts aired by AIR in this episode of India Untold with Sunita Iyer.