Category: India

Hul Divas: Remembering the Santal Rebellion of 1855

Hul Divas: Remembering the Santal Rebellion of 1855

Hul Divas, observed every year on 30th June, commemorates the historic Santal Rebellion (Hul) led by Sido Murmu and Kanhu Murmu, two revered tribal leaders who stood against the oppressive British colonial rule and their local allies—zamindars and moneylenders. This day marks a powerful chapter in India’s tribal resistance movement

Life of Abul Kalam Azad – from Arab Sources

Life of Abul Kalam Azad – from Arab Sources

by Muhammad Talha Amin Baruah Abul Kalam Azad was born in Mecca and was an Indo-Arab, immersing him in the intellectual traditions of the Arab world from an early age. Drawing inspiration from Arab reformist thinkers and pan-Islamic movements, Azad became a prolific writer and journalist, launching influential Urdu journals

Shivaji Maharaj and the Maratha Administration

Shivaji Maharaj and the Maratha Administration

By Sangini Banik, sanginibanik31@gmail.com Shivaji Maharaj (1630–1680) was the founder of the Maratha Empire and one of India’s greatest warrior kings. Born at Shivneri Fort to Shahaji Bhonsle and Jijabai, he was inspired by his mother’s teachings and the guidance of Guru Ramdas. In 1674, Shivaji was crowned Chhatrapati (king)