History

The Forgotten Story of NASA's Most Life-Threatening Spacewalk

The Gemini 9 mission faced severe dangers during a spacewalk, highlighting the risks astronauts encountered. This story sheds light on a crucial yet overlooked chapter in NASA's history.

In Mamdani's New York win, India's Nehru finds an echo

Zohran Mamdani, New York's first Indian-origin mayor, invoked Jawaharlal Nehru's famous speech during his victory speech, highlighting a transformative moment in history. This connection emphasizes the ongoing struggle for unity and progress in...

Discovering Mughal life through miniatures and music

Asok Kumar Das delivered a lecture on Mughal music and art at the Bangalore International Music & Arts Society, highlighting the cultural synthesis of the era.

Wary of changes under Trump, 'citizen historians' are documenting the Smithsonian

Volunteers, dubbed 'citizen historians,' are documenting Smithsonian exhibits amid concerns over potential political influence from the Trump administration.

Disinheritance and Indian Christianity: Mou Banerjee’s Bold Rethinking of Conversion, Caste, and Nation

Mou Banerjee's book explores the impact of Christian conversions in colonial Bengal on caste, inheritance, and nationalism, revealing deep-seated anxieties within Hindu society.

New York Public Library Acquires 500 Hours of Largely Unseen 9/11 Footage

The New York Public Library has acquired over 500 hours of largely unseen footage from the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks, collected by filmmakers Steven Rosenbaum and Pamela Yoder. This archive, which includes contributions from more than 100...

The Taj Mahal: A Symbol of Love and Architecture

The Taj Mahal, built in the 17th century by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in Agra, India, is a mausoleum dedicated to his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Renowned for its architectural beauty, the structure combines elements from various cultures, including...