The Forgotten Diamonds: A True Story of WW II Loot and Lost Treasure in Germany
Over the centuries in the past, India has borne the brunt of invasion by foreign armies, mostly who come and indulge in plunder and...
Mhow and Shimla: Shaping a Young Officer’s Career
Having passed out of the Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Dehradun, we headed for Mhow in Madhya Pradesh to receive basic training in the...
Snapshots of American Life: Observations from a Journey Through Texas
Having visited the three NEWs (York, Jersey, and Orleans) in the US a few decades ago, when I got a chance to visit the...
Katihar Chronicles: A Childhood Drenched in Darkness But Lit by Adventure
The story of Lahore and Jalandhar, narrated by some of my colleagues, reminds me of my own school days. Since I was not lucky enough to belong...
Tamil Culture with a French Twist: Exploring Pondicherry’s Unique Heritage
When India became independent, certain areas like Hyderabad and J&K maintained their independent status. In addition to this, the states of Pondicherry, Goa, Dadra,...