Me trying to go up Rajgad back in 2008. Another capital fort of Shivaji. One of the forts in UNESCO WHS.

Can you notice me?

Trekking to the top of Lohagarh. Another UNESCO fort site.

Trying to use grinding stone on Lohagarh. It was impossible to move it even an inch for me.

The person in black t shirt with me is today a very senior scientist in ISRO. Working with satellites.

Kaha grinding stone of 17th century and kaha satellites of 21st century.

As usual, a lot of people will make random info videos on Maratha Forts now. Based on research done using newspaper columns and Wikipedia... just wait for 2 days and you will see that your YT/Insta feed will be full of such video suggestions.

I might not get time immediately... but I will definitely make a video on it. Even if it comes late, I guarantee you will find many unique insights and useful information in it.

Just wait for it.

This is a historic day...! The video capturing the actual moment of announcement at UNESCO today.

Jai Shivray..
Jai Sahyadri...

Emergence of Buddhology... to connect many dots.

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History class outside the walls of classroom... a new series, Dharohar Diaries... the first episode is being unveiled.

It is going to be a fun ride.

https://youtu.be/-L_ES94n164

Latest NCERT of Class 8 is public. It covers medieval history.

If you observe closely, there is Shivaji's gold muhr coin on the front page. On top of it, there is also a whole picture of Maratha Navy. Hint of what to expect in this book...

Remember, British conquered India mostly from Marathas. British also conquered Delhi from Marathas (1803). Mughals were nowhere to be seen in this fight.

And there was a time when Maratha history was given its due importance. British historians did it. Nationalist historians also did it. But in the last two-three generations, for some unknown reason, it came down. Now, after long, it is getting its due space again.

The book contains a full chapter on history of Marathas. First time for NCERT...! It talks about Shivaji's navy, his legendary exploits, global trade, social reforms, and overall cultural contribution of Marathas to India.

Brace for some more changes. Some good, some not so good.

Let the controversy begin...!

- Nikhil

First episode is Live.
Dharohar Diaries.
Our new series.

https://youtu.be/nTKIDOft4IA

Provocative headline...

Mention of Razia and Nur Jahan, although significant, is not the touchstone of women's role in History.

All latest NCERTs actually provide much well rounded appreciation of women's role in History. In various capacities, from various social background and from various regions. It is also gender inclusive...

TheHindu, your people should actually read each of latest 6/7/8 standard social science books.

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