Nationalism, as an ideology, played a critical role in the formation of modern nation-states. Emerging in the 19th century, ...

As mentioned, Iyer slammed his maiden ODI fifty against England. Before this innings, he had just 10 runs in two innings against them. This was Iyer 10th fifty in ODI cricket at home. Notably, four of ...

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was born on February 19, 1630, in the hill fort of Shivneri, near the city of Junnar in the Pune ...

Dayanand Saraswati Jayanti is a significant Hindu festival celebrated every year in the month of Magh. Let’s find out when it ...

"Hazaron khwahishen aisi ki har khwahish pe dam nikle/Bahut nikle mere armaan, lekin phir bhi kam nikle…” he narrated with a hint of melancholy in his voice. We ...

Bodh Gaya (or Buddha Gaya as it is called in Sri Lanka), is the place where the Buddha attained Enlightenment. It was a major ...

Priceless documents are left to rot, disintegrate and be consumed by termites and vermin – or be stolen or misplaced. This ...

In a patriarchal world, women who refused to conform to traditional roles were viewed as transgressive and subversive ...

Usvatte-aratchi Two thoughtful short essays on schools and education appeared in The Island newspaper on January 20th and 21st. The first was written by Lokubandara Tillakaratne, and the second by ...

For centuries, the Vatican Library has been a vault of historical records, housing some of the world's most treasured texts, ...

Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer helped India chase down 249 runs in just 39 overs. Axar Patel also played a solid knock with ...

Sports have always played an integral role in human civilization, uniting communities and fostering a spirit of competition, teamwork, and excellence. From local pastimes to international sensations, ...