Krishna Kumar

Writes about Indian History with context and analysis. Focus: British occupation period of India. Author: Rapid Reads-India and Investigating Indian History series. Available now : 1942-When the British Rule in India was Threatened Coming Next : Ten Months to freedom Also writes a newsletter.Free Subscription. krishnaKwrites.substack.com

How Savarkar saved Indian army

Remembering the call given by him in his birthday celebrations in 1939 to Hinduize the Military and its implications.

A brief history of Mughals and British

There is a widespread claim that the British took over governing India from the Mughals. This is not correct. The British took over most…

Why reconstruction of Gyanvapi Mandir was not possible before 1778-1780

Here are various truths based on historical events associated with Gyanvapi Mandir.

Netaji statue, a well-deserved, belated recognition

Putting up a granite statue in place of where George V once stood (unbelievably till 1968) is a considerable step in recognition of the…

Are tombs the symbols for modern India?

Why do foreigners have understood Humayun Tomb and Taj Mahal to be India’s glorious monuments and why not Hampi or Single rock-cut temple of…

My Wallet, My Choice.

Let us decide this Deepawali that no one rides rough over our sentiments and feelings anymore. If you want our money, do as we…

We need correctly named institutions and identifiers

Every society recognizes its hero’s and inspiring leaders. In addition, it celebrates its achievers and its heritage. So it's time India recognizes its glorious…

Letter from Shivaji to Aurangzeb on Jiziya

Jizya was not the only tax that Hindus had to pay. Most Oppressive was KHARAJ, which could take away up to 66% of earnings.…

Allopathy Vs. Ayurveda- The debate

Suffering from political suppression, burning of books, destruction of colleges, and slaughter of its practitioners, Ayurveda still survives a miracle and testament to the…