He ruled from 322 BC until his voluntary retirement and abdication in favor of his son Bindusara in 298 B.C. ... The edicts are considered among the first examples of writing in Indian history.

An ancient Indian mariner, a warrior queen, and a love story — what gave INSV Kaundinya its name Sanjeev Sanyal, a member of the Prime Minister’s Economic Advisory Council who first pitched the idea ...

How ancient India changed the world. The Indian subcontinent’s connections to the West, especially via the Roman empire, were far richer than once thought. May 19, 2025. 7 min. Summary.

London entrepreneur and influencer Erim Kaur has taken an ancient Indian ritual and turned it into a luxury haircare brand valued at more than $4 million. Her 2019-founded business, ByErim ...

Ancient India’s water management wasn’t just technically advanced — it was community-driven, climate-responsive, and culturally rooted. Advertisement. As cities across the country face water shortages ...

He said the knowledge embedded in our shastras (sacred scriptures) is not only vital to the Indian knowledge system but also offers immense value in the global context. "The world is looking up to ...

A ship stitched together with coir ropes and resins has been launched by India. The ship made with ancient techniques will set sail to Oman this year to celebrate India's maritime excellence of yore.

India's historical currency pieces, ranging from cowrie shells to coins like the Half Anna, Durmi, and Paisa, reflect the nation's economic evolution Sign In TOI ...

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Fermented beverages also found their place in ancient India. Sura, a type of beer made from barley or rice, was widely consumed during festivities and social gatherings.While primarily associated with ...