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How The Kohinoor Diamond Brought Death And Devastation For All Its Male Owners
The Kohinoor diamond is a part of the British Crown Jewels and is displayed publicly at the Jewel House, Tower of London
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Plague Victims Beneath The Tower? Archaeologists Uncover Mediaeval Graves In London
New archaeological excavations at the Tower of London have uncovered over 20 mediaeval burials, including possible plague victims and rare grave goods, offering new insights into the people and structures linked to the historic site.
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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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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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UK Police Hunt Suspects After 600 British Empire Artefacts Stolen From Museum
More than 600 artefacts relating to the history of the British Empire and Commonwealth have been stolen from the collection of Bristol Museum, police said Thursday as they released images of four suspects.
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"WhatsApp History": Congress Leader Fact-Checks BJP MP On 'Jana Gana Mana'
BJP MP and former Karnataka Assembly Speaker Vishweshwar Hegde Kageri has mistakenly claimed that the national anthem, Jana Gana Mana, was written to welcome the British and that there was a chorus to make Vande Mataram the national anthem.
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Butter Chicken Vs Chicken Tikka Masala: Why It Reveals Your Curry Personality
Butter chicken vs chicken tikka masala: Their origins, flavours, textures, global journeys, and fan loyalties are wildly different. Read on.
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Indian-Origin Historian Sunil Amrith Wins British Academy Book Prize
'The Burning Earth: An Environmental History of the Last 500 Years' by Indian-origin historian Sunil Amrith has been named the winner of this year's British Academy Book Prize, a prestigious 25,000-pound award that celebrates the world's best works o
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King Charles To Become 1st British Monarch In 500 Years To Pray With Pope
King Charles III leaves for a state visit to the Vatican on Wednesday, where he will meet Pope Leo XIV and make history as the first head of the Church of England to pray publicly with the pontiff since the schism between the churches 500 years ago.
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All About Durand Line, Afghan-Pak Border That Kabul Refuses To Recognise
Following the Afghanistan-Pakistan peace talks in Doha, the Taliban's Defence Minister, Mohammad Yaqoob Mujahid, accused Pakistan of creating a false narrative about the Durand Line-- the international boundary line between both nations.
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Watch: British Man Breaks Karwa Chauth Fast After 'Desperate' Search For Moon
Nick Booker, known for sharing interesting tidbits about Indian history, kept the Karwa Chauth fast for his Indian wife.
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'Indian, Not British, Soldiers Liberated Us': Mayor Of Israel's Haifa
The Israeli city of Haifa on Monday paid tributes to fallen Indian soldiers, with the Mayor noting that the city's school history books are being changed to correct that it was Indian troops and not the British who liberated the city from Ottoman rul
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From Khichdi To Kedgeree: How India's Comfort Food Became A British Breakfast Classic
From Mughal kitchens to Victorian breakfast tables, kedgeree has travelled far, changing ingredients, picking up smoked haddock and parsley, yet retaining the comfort of its Indian origin.
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Why Indians Like Drinking Whisky: The Answer Lies In Taste And Tradition
Even as new spirits try to enter Indian homes, few can match the lasting appeal of whisky. This drink has become deeply woven into modern dining and lifestyle conversations.
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Madras Day 2025: Date, History, Significance, All You Need To Know
Madras Day 2025: It was on this day that the East India Company (EIC) bought Madrasapatnam from local monarchs.
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How The Kohinoor Diamond Brought Death And Devastation For All Its Male Owners
The Kohinoor diamond is a part of the British Crown Jewels and is displayed publicly at the Jewel House, Tower of London
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Plague Victims Beneath The Tower? Archaeologists Uncover Mediaeval Graves In London
New archaeological excavations at the Tower of London have uncovered over 20 mediaeval burials, including possible plague victims and rare grave goods, offering new insights into the people and structures linked to the historic site.
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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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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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UK Police Hunt Suspects After 600 British Empire Artefacts Stolen From Museum
More than 600 artefacts relating to the history of the British Empire and Commonwealth have been stolen from the collection of Bristol Museum, police said Thursday as they released images of four suspects.
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"WhatsApp History": Congress Leader Fact-Checks BJP MP On 'Jana Gana Mana'
BJP MP and former Karnataka Assembly Speaker Vishweshwar Hegde Kageri has mistakenly claimed that the national anthem, Jana Gana Mana, was written to welcome the British and that there was a chorus to make Vande Mataram the national anthem.
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Butter Chicken Vs Chicken Tikka Masala: Why It Reveals Your Curry Personality
Butter chicken vs chicken tikka masala: Their origins, flavours, textures, global journeys, and fan loyalties are wildly different. Read on.
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Indian-Origin Historian Sunil Amrith Wins British Academy Book Prize
'The Burning Earth: An Environmental History of the Last 500 Years' by Indian-origin historian Sunil Amrith has been named the winner of this year's British Academy Book Prize, a prestigious 25,000-pound award that celebrates the world's best works o
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King Charles To Become 1st British Monarch In 500 Years To Pray With Pope
King Charles III leaves for a state visit to the Vatican on Wednesday, where he will meet Pope Leo XIV and make history as the first head of the Church of England to pray publicly with the pontiff since the schism between the churches 500 years ago.
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All About Durand Line, Afghan-Pak Border That Kabul Refuses To Recognise
Following the Afghanistan-Pakistan peace talks in Doha, the Taliban's Defence Minister, Mohammad Yaqoob Mujahid, accused Pakistan of creating a false narrative about the Durand Line-- the international boundary line between both nations.
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Watch: British Man Breaks Karwa Chauth Fast After 'Desperate' Search For Moon
Nick Booker, known for sharing interesting tidbits about Indian history, kept the Karwa Chauth fast for his Indian wife.
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'Indian, Not British, Soldiers Liberated Us': Mayor Of Israel's Haifa
The Israeli city of Haifa on Monday paid tributes to fallen Indian soldiers, with the Mayor noting that the city's school history books are being changed to correct that it was Indian troops and not the British who liberated the city from Ottoman rul
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From Khichdi To Kedgeree: How India's Comfort Food Became A British Breakfast Classic
From Mughal kitchens to Victorian breakfast tables, kedgeree has travelled far, changing ingredients, picking up smoked haddock and parsley, yet retaining the comfort of its Indian origin.
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Why Indians Like Drinking Whisky: The Answer Lies In Taste And Tradition
Even as new spirits try to enter Indian homes, few can match the lasting appeal of whisky. This drink has become deeply woven into modern dining and lifestyle conversations.
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Madras Day 2025: Date, History, Significance, All You Need To Know
Madras Day 2025: It was on this day that the East India Company (EIC) bought Madrasapatnam from local monarchs.
