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Illustrated books that move history teaching beyond textbooks and rote memorisation.
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Illustrated books that move history teaching beyond textbooks and rote memorisation.
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Thematic articles, activities, and ‘news reports from ancient times’ — in English, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Odia.
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Papers presented at the 2026 national symposium, now available as a free download.
The Sir Jadunath Sarkar Fellowship for Indian History and the G. S. Sardesai Fellowship for the History of Indian Archives support independent, source-based historical research and nurture the next generation of historians.
Learn moreTheme-based research projects in collaboration with universities and institutions such as Nalanda University and Sri Sathya Sai University for Human Excellence, examining significant historical themes with contemporary relevance.
Learn moreIllustrated books, competitions, and interactive sessions that highlight unsung heroes and lesser-known stories — building critical thinking and a lasting connection to India’s cultural roots among young learners.
Learn morePossibly India’s first digital sound archive of vintage gramophone recordings, preserving the country’s recorded musical heritage for scholars and the public.
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