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The idea of Akhand Bharat — a united subcontinent — evokes both nostalgia for a shared past and controversy over its ...

Even before the Industrial Revolution in Europe, India contributed greatly to production and exports to global trade.

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Maharaja Agrasen is believed to have been a legendary king who ruled over Agroha, an ancient city likely in the present-day ...

The discovery, made by a team including researchers at the University of Tokyo, is based on microscopic rock fragments ...

India is home to many ancient bridges, which are not only engineering marvels but also a peek into the country's rich history ...

India’s only saltwater lake formed by a meteorite. Explore its cosmic origins, myths, temples, wildlife, and travel tips.

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Gujarat, a land with great history and culture, also houses some stunning heritage sites. Visitors will find a diverse ...

"India's knowledge tradition has a rich heritage of 2500 years, and India's ancient book wealth can be useful in making India a world leader. We should experiment and verify the knowledge wealth in ...