The story dates back to the early 19th century. In 1804, the enslaved people of Haiti rose up, leading a rebellion against French colonial rule, … France & U.S. Urged to Pay Reparations for Destroying NationRead more
Colonialism
We mourn his passing, but celebrate his life – Ganpati Bal Yadav (1920-2021)
Ganpati Bal Yadav cycled off into the sunset last week. The freedom fighter and underground courier for revolutionaries had completed his century and was batting … We mourn his passing, but celebrate his life – Ganpati Bal Yadav (1920-2021)Read more
When Bhabani Mahato fed the revolution
“It must have been very hard for you when your husband Baidyanath was jailed for 13 months in the Quit India movement?” I ask Bhabani … When Bhabani Mahato fed the revolutionRead more
7 Forgotten Western Rebels Who Fought for India’s Independence
In an interview to talk about his new book Rebels Against the Raj: Western Fighters for India’s Freedom, Ramachandra Guha explains that the seven British … 7 Forgotten Western Rebels Who Fought for India’s IndependenceRead more
Panimara’s foot soldiers of freedom – 2
There were battles on other fronts, too, that Panimara’s freedom fighters had to wage. Some of these were right at home. Inspired by Gandhiji’s call … Panimara’s foot soldiers of freedom – 2Read more
Panimara’s foot soldiers of freedom – 1
“Take back all these petitions and tear them up,” said Chamaru. “They are not valid. This court will not entertain them.” He was really beginning … Panimara’s foot soldiers of freedom – 1Read more
On Frontier Gandhi’s Death Anniversary
Landing in New Delhi in time for Gandhi’s birth anniversary in October 1969, Badshah Khan returned to Kabul four months later, shortly after the anniversary … On Frontier Gandhi’s Death AnniversaryRead more
Abdul Ghaffar Khan: Freedom Fighter, Gandhian, Pacifist, Muslim and Pakhtun
January is an important month for Indians. Apart from the English new year, 26 January marks the day when the Constitution was adopted, and 30 … Abdul Ghaffar Khan: Freedom Fighter, Gandhian, Pacifist, Muslim and PakhtunRead more
Why Bengali Could Never Surpass Hindi to Become India’s Top Language
It may come as a surprise to many people, but it’s true: Bengali had a chance to be India’s top language. The idea was killed … Why Bengali Could Never Surpass Hindi to Become India’s Top LanguageRead more
Barbados Breaks From the Queen
Barbados became an independent country 55 years ago in 1966 but Queen Elizabeth remained the official head of state until now. Many other former British … Barbados Breaks From the QueenRead more