Category: Historical Tit Bits

Minutes and milestones from the corridors of history.

Historical Tit Bits

The indomitable Saraswati: From a river to a strong willed independent woman, the evolution of a Rigveda deity.

Named after a river with crystal clear waters, Saraswati remains an influential Vedic goddess
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A forefather of modern age artillery: The Gurkani Multi-Barrel Cannon.

One of the earliest forms of the volley gun known to man.
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Fansi Tungri: 468 steps to the hangman’s noose.

Behind one of Ranchi's popular temples, is a grim history of death by hanging.
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Jagannath temple: Kalingan in form, Kalingan in spirit.

Built in the 16th century, the Jagannath temple at Ranchi is a work of Kalinga architecture
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The Gossener Evangelical Lutheran Church: A pioneer of the faith.

The first church to be built in the city of Ranchi, 1855
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Albert Ekka: For comrade and country.

Awarded India's highest wartime award, Albert Ekka was a soldier of uncommon valour.
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Wars of Humayun.

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John Murray and his photo of the infamous well of Bibighar in Cawnpore.

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