Lingering Shadows of Violence: From Partition to Terrorism
The Chittisinghpura and Jammu attacks, separated by exactly five years, starkly remind us of the persistent unrest in South Asia, a direct consequence of the 1947 partition of India. These…
Rowlatt Act And Gandhi
The enactment of the Rowlatt Act and Mahatma Gandhi's sentencing on March 18 in the years 1919 and 1922, respectively, stand as pivotal moments in India's struggle for independence. These…
Kolkata Terror Attack 1993: Unraveling the Tragedy
On March 16, 1993, Kolkata was rocked by a bomb blast in the Bowbazar area, a tragic event orchestrated by Rashid Khan, fueled by communal tensions from the Ayodhya dispute…
Battle of Khanwa: A Turning Point in Indian History
The Battle of Khanwa, fought on March 16, 1527, marked a pivotal moment in Indian history, pitting Babur, the Mughal Empire's founder, against the valiant Rajput leader, Rana Sanga of…
Ghori’s Conquest: The Making of an Empire
Muhammad Ghori's reign marked a turning point in South Asian history, initiating a profound transformation across the Indian subcontinent. Beyond mere territorial conquests, Ghori's strategic governance integrated Islamic culture with…
Mumbai Terror Attacks 1993: Impact and Legacy
The Mumbai Terror Attacks of 1993 not only shook India's financial capital but also exposed deep-seated communal and societal rifts, tracing back to the partition of India in 1947. These…
Karnavati to Ahmedabad: A Historical Transition
The poignant history of Ahmedabad, formerly Karnavati, is deeply interwoven with the saga of Rani Karnavati's valor. Her legacy, a rich tapestry of heroism and sacrifice, set against the formidable…
Navigating Extremism And Resilience and Testing Tolerance
March 7th marks a day of infamy in India's recent history, punctuated by terrorist acts that have left deep scars on the nation's psyche. The Bhopal–Ujjain train bombing in 2017…
Aurangzeb’s Ascent: Governance and Policy Dynamics
In "Aurangzeb's Ascent: Governance and Policy Dynamics," we trace the critical junctures of Aurangzeb’s ascent to Mughal supremacy. From the contentious War of Succession to the establishment of an empire…
Lahore and Amritsar Clashes: The Communal Strife of 1947
The essay meticulously examines the Lahore and Amritsar clashes of March 4-5, 1947, pivotal events that underscored the deep-seated communal tensions leading up to the partition of India. Through a…