On the night of July 1, 1839, 53 enslaved Africans revolted aboard the slaving schooner La Amistad – Spanish for “Friendship” ...

The year was 1857, and India was on the verge of its first war of independence. At that time, Nana Sahib, a leader of the rebellion against British rule, had taken control of Kanpur. The ...

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After the 1857 rebellion, Queen Victoria sent James Wilson to India to overhaul its financial framework. Additionally, he implemented a tax system, introduced paper currency, and established income ...

The Red Fort (Lal Qila) is one of Delhi’s iconic landmarks, renowned for its grandeur and history. Beyond its impressive walls, here are 10 lesser-known facts that make it even more captivating ...