Mir Osman Ali Khan: India’s First Billionaire and His Extraordinary Journey

The number of millionaires and billionaires in India is rising. Every day we read about a businessman achieving great success. Can you imagine a time when wealth was hard to attain and only a few people could afford a luxurious lifestyle? Who was India’s first billionaire? Mir Osman Ali Khan, the last ruler of Hyderabad,…

The Reason Behind Mahatma Gandhi’s Photo on Every Indian Currency Note

Famous photographers such as Henri Cartier-Bresson, Margaret Bourke-White and Max Desfor took many photos of Mahatma Gandhi. Yet, the most common image of Gandhi is the one on India’s official currency notes. You might think that Gandhi’s picture would have been on the national currency right after India became independent in 1947, since he is…

The Evolution of the Indian One Rupee Note Through History

Think back to when paper money was a novelty in India. The 1 Rupee Note was a significant shift. It simplified transactions and mirrored India’s advancement. Over time, the note’s design changed. It merged ancient customs with fresh thoughts. Images of renowned landmarks and stunning flora and fauna narrated tales of India’s history and current…

Yuyutsu, the Only Kaurava Who Joined the Pandavas in the Mahabharata

Once, a tired Veda Vyasa visited Gandhari’s palace. Pleased with Gandhari’s hospitality, Vyasa gave her a special gift. This gift allowed Gandhari to have 101 children (100 sons and 1 daughter), but only after waiting for 2 years. Duryodhana, the eldest of all 101 children, was born and people started calling him “the unconquerable one”.…