A small southern Indian kingdom called Travancore defeated the Dutch at the Battle of Colachel in 1741. This landmark victory—the first major defeat of a European colonial power by an Indian kingdom—reshaped South Indian history. Uncover the events that led to this remarkable triumph and how the victorious Travancore army later became the 9th Battalion of the Madras Regiment. I live in Nagercoil, a town in Kanyakumari district—the southern tip of India. It’s a scenic region,

Explore the longhouses of Sarawak tribes at the Sarawak Cultural Village, Kuching, and the tribal heritage of Borneo. The Melanau tall house Today, we equate progress with taller buildings, busier roads, and cities that shine bright even after midnight. We have built a world centred on comfort and speed but, in the process, have harmed the environment through air, water, and land pollution, deforestation, and the rapid spread of concrete jungles. These actions have brought ab

Know the Nicobar pigeon—a vibrant island-hopping bird and the closest living relative of the extinct dodo—on the Similan Islands, Thailand. As a birder and wildlife photographer, I love exploring new places and sighting different bird species. Each encounter with a new bird fascinates me—their colours, calls, and curious behaviours. I bring these wonders to you through my blogs. Here is my latest experience: Nicobar pigeon, from Similan Islands. Similan Islands A warm, sunny