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Lutyens Bust Replaced With Rajagopalachari's At Rashtrapati Bhavan In Decolonisation Move
The bust of British architect Edwin Lutyens has been replaced with that of the first and only Indian Governor-General Chakravarti Rajagopalachari at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in a defining move to shed the country's colonial past.
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All Popular Hill Stations Have A Mall Road, But Do You Know Why?
Ever wondered why every Indian hill station has a Mall Road? The answer lies in a mix of colonial heritage, geography, and the timeless charm that keeps travellers returning.
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7 Pre-Independence Hotels That Still Retain Their Old-World Charm
These hotels remind us that history is not only preserved in books and monuments but also in places that continue to welcome guests with their timeless charm.
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Ever Wondered Why Bombay Duck Is Called Duck? The Answer Will Amaze You
Bombay duck isn't a duck at all - it's a fish with a name that has puzzled food lovers for decades. Discover the fascinating history behind this iconic Mumbai delicacy and why it's called Bombay duck.
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Viral Now: British TV Personality Wowed By Cleanliness And Food On Vande Bharat Train
A viral video by a UK-based woman of Indian origin, positively reviewing her Vande Bharat train experience, has grabbed many eyeballs online.
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Why Schools Are Closed In Meghalaya, Check New Schedule Of Exam
Meghalaya observes a government holiday to honor Pa Togan Nengminza Sangma, a Garo leader who led the first protest against British colonial forces in 1872.
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Indian Artefacts Among 600 "High Value" Items Stolen From UK Museum
Many artefacts from India dating back to the British Colonial era are among more than 600 "high value" items that were stolen during a burglary at a museum in Bristol.
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Gargoyles And Gothic Design: Iconic Structures Tourists Must See In Mumbai
Gargoyles are carved stone figures with a spout that directs rainwater away from a building's walls, thus preventing the structure from water damage.
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Hong Kong Leader Announces 'Independent Committee' To Probe Fire
Hong Kong has a legal mechanism to set up "commissions of inquiry", which in the past were usually led by judges to undertake complex fact-finding exercises -- a practice left over from British colonial rule.
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What Is 'Macaulay Mindset'? Debate Over British Politician's India Impact
It will be 200 years in 10 years since the time British historian and politician Thomas Macaulay began a colonial campaign to uproot the cultural foundations of India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at an event on Monday.
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Lutyens Bust Replaced With Rajagopalachari's At Rashtrapati Bhavan In Decolonisation Move
The bust of British architect Edwin Lutyens has been replaced with that of the first and only Indian Governor-General Chakravarti Rajagopalachari at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in a defining move to shed the country's colonial past.
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All Popular Hill Stations Have A Mall Road, But Do You Know Why?
Ever wondered why every Indian hill station has a Mall Road? The answer lies in a mix of colonial heritage, geography, and the timeless charm that keeps travellers returning.
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7 Pre-Independence Hotels That Still Retain Their Old-World Charm
These hotels remind us that history is not only preserved in books and monuments but also in places that continue to welcome guests with their timeless charm.
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Ever Wondered Why Bombay Duck Is Called Duck? The Answer Will Amaze You
Bombay duck isn't a duck at all - it's a fish with a name that has puzzled food lovers for decades. Discover the fascinating history behind this iconic Mumbai delicacy and why it's called Bombay duck.
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Viral Now: British TV Personality Wowed By Cleanliness And Food On Vande Bharat Train
A viral video by a UK-based woman of Indian origin, positively reviewing her Vande Bharat train experience, has grabbed many eyeballs online.
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Why Schools Are Closed In Meghalaya, Check New Schedule Of Exam
Meghalaya observes a government holiday to honor Pa Togan Nengminza Sangma, a Garo leader who led the first protest against British colonial forces in 1872.
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Indian Artefacts Among 600 "High Value" Items Stolen From UK Museum
Many artefacts from India dating back to the British Colonial era are among more than 600 "high value" items that were stolen during a burglary at a museum in Bristol.
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Gargoyles And Gothic Design: Iconic Structures Tourists Must See In Mumbai
Gargoyles are carved stone figures with a spout that directs rainwater away from a building's walls, thus preventing the structure from water damage.
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Hong Kong Leader Announces 'Independent Committee' To Probe Fire
Hong Kong has a legal mechanism to set up "commissions of inquiry", which in the past were usually led by judges to undertake complex fact-finding exercises -- a practice left over from British colonial rule.
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What Is 'Macaulay Mindset'? Debate Over British Politician's India Impact
It will be 200 years in 10 years since the time British historian and politician Thomas Macaulay began a colonial campaign to uproot the cultural foundations of India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at an event on Monday.
