Urban poverty is complex and multidimensional and it extends beyond the deficiency of income or consumption. Urbanization has added newer problems like urban slums blossoming in congested cities. Is the weight of the world’s enormous poverty problem, historically a predominantly rural concern, … [Read more...] about Urban Poverty
India-Turkey Relations
India-Turkey relations have historically been cordial with sporadic tensions arising every once in a while. With India’s Operation dost to help the earthquake-hit regions of Turkey and Syria, the friendship has been appreciated by both countries. Read here to learn more about the bilateral … [Read more...] about India-Turkey Relations
Opium Wars: History and Aftermath
The Opium Wars were two clashes fought in the middle of the 19th century between China and Western powers. The two wars opened the commercial privileges of Chinese trade to the western powers. Read here to learn more about the Opium wars. The Chinese government's attempt to enforce its ban … [Read more...] about Opium Wars: History and Aftermath
Anglo-Nepalese War (1814-16)
Anglo-Nepalese war (1814-16) or the Gorkha war was fought between the kingdom of Nepal and British forces of the East India Company. The war ended with the Treaty of Sugauli (1816). Read here to learn about the significant events of the war. The British East India Company (EIC) lost numerous … [Read more...] about Anglo-Nepalese War (1814-16)
Anglo-Burmese Wars
Anglo-Burmese wars (1824-1885) were British India’s most expensive and longest wars. The war began when the expanding empire of the Konbaung dynasty knocked the borders of British India in the northeastern region. Read here to learn more about the three Anglo-Burmese Wars. The Burmese Konbaung … [Read more...] about Anglo-Burmese Wars
Anglo-Afghan Wars (1839-1919)
The three Anglo-Afghan Wars (1839-1919) saw Great Britain, operating out of its base in India, wanting to control the neighboring Afghanistan to oppose Russian influence there. The first war was of great significance historically for Afghanistan and the British. Read here to learn more. The … [Read more...] about Anglo-Afghan Wars (1839-1919)
Anglo-Mysore Wars (1767-1799)
The Four Anglo-Mysore Wars (1767-1799) were fought between the British East India Company and the state of Mysore. The four wars were spread over four decades filled with numerous battles, sieges, and ruthless warfare. Read here to learn about the events of the Anglo-Mysore wars. The Mysore … [Read more...] about Anglo-Mysore Wars (1767-1799)
Carnatic Wars: The Anglo-French Rivalry in India
The Carnatic Wars were a direct result of the English-French rivalry in Europe and India. These were a series of military conflicts during the 18th century in the Carnatic region, especially around the Hyderabad state. There were three Carnatic wars fought between 1744 and 1763. Read here to learn … [Read more...] about Carnatic Wars: The Anglo-French Rivalry in India
Maritime History of India
The maritime history of India is rich with several examples of marine activity dating back hundreds of years. is rich with plenty of evidence of maritime activities from centuries ago. As a peninsular subcontinent with more than 7000 km of coastline, India was ordained to be a maritime nation. Read … [Read more...] about Maritime History of India
Ports and Shipping Industry in India
The Ports and Shipping industry in India is growing rapidly and contributing to economic progress. The ports sector in India is being driven by high growth in external trade. Read here to know the significance of the Indian Ports and Shipping sector for economic progress. India has a coastline … [Read more...] about Ports and Shipping Industry in India
