HistoryShots by ThisDay

Dhananjay Ramchandra Gadgil was the man with a plan! Vice Chairman of Planning Commission of India, he came up with 'The Gadgil Formula' which helped form the base of central assistance to states in India in the 60s and 70s. This is his story. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make s...

An artist from India who had classical music at her fingertips. Listen to the story of one of the greatest sarod players from India Sharan Rani to learn more! Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India's rich history and herita...

Mangal Pandey's rebellion and subsequent hanging were truly the sparks that lit the fire of the revolt of 1857. This is the story of that fateful day of 8th April 1857 in Barrackpore when the freedom fighter was hanged by the British. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to su...

Pandit Ravi Shankar was a once-in-a-lifetime performer who took Indian music to the global stage, and was the international face of Indian music for over half a century. Listen to the story of the music maestro in this episode of HistoryShots. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make s...

The story of the 1985 Ranji Trophy finale! listen of this episode of HistoryShots to find out who won this all-time classic where legends of Indian cricket stood against each other. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India's...

A 41 year old bowler who took ten wickets in a single match!  Listen to the story of Rustomji Jamshedji, a legend of Indian cricket. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India's rich history and heritage - every day!

A critical battle for Japan in the second world war was fought on Indian soil. On this episode of HistoryShots, check out the story of the battle of Kohima. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India's rich history and heritage...

Prabhu Deva is a name every Indian is familiar with. From his stellar dance moves in the 90s to his directorial ventures, he is truly a pan-Indian icon. This is the story of the superstar of Dance, Prabhu Deva. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots...

An iconic moment from Indian cricket's history - and a date immortalized in the memory of those who witnessed the wonders of the world cup win live. This is the story of India's 2011 ODI World Cup victory. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to ge...

A lawyer and a freedom fighter, this is the story of Asaf Ali, the man who defended heroes. In this episode of HistoryShots, listen to the story of how he fought the colonial law for justice and freedom to know more! Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to History...

Tramways are a thing of past now, but there was a time when they were all the rage. Listen to the story to find out  how this peculiar way of transport came to be and how it came to an end. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  ...

The Dalai Lama is not only a religious head of the Tibetans, but is also the political face of the Tibetan people in exile. Listen to this episode of HistoryShots to know more about Dharamsala's most iconic resident.  Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to Histor...

The story of Duleep Singh is a tragic one. While he was the last Maharaja to rule Punjab, the last Indian to hold the Koh-i-Noor diamond, and the son of the mighty Ranjeet Singh, most of his life was spent away from his home in exile. Listen to this episode of HistoryShots to know more about the boy King of Punjab. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also chec...

A writer whose sent to exile for speaking truth to the power. Listen to the story of K Ramakrishna Pillai and his fight against ill customs and age old malpractices. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India's rich history and...

The city of Mumbai is the sprawling metropolis that we know of it today - but when you look back, you can trace a humble beginning for the city that never sleeps! Listen to this episode of HistoryShots to know the history of India's financial capital. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store ....

One of the biggest name in Hindi literature, master of metaphors and pioneer of poetry in Braj and Khadi boli. Listen to the story of Mahadevi Verma, the poet that amassed an unparallel following which continues till today. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to...

Freedom fighter, Secret society operator and for many the voice of Independence movement. Listen to the story of Usha Mehta and her congress radio that helped the freedom struggle march forward! Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories f...

British had the clear technological advantage during the 1857 revolt. Listen to the story of how telegraph line and morse code played a key role in British effort to crush the revolt. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India'...

The sacrifice of Sukhdev, Rajguru, and Bhagat Singh is a moving chapter from the Indian freedom struggle, and one that instils bravery and courage in the heart of every patriot.  Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India's ric...

Nader Shah's invasion of Delhi is one of the goriest chapters in the city's history. Listen to this episode of HistoryShots to find out more about the massacre of the Mughal capital. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India's...

The music maestro that turned shehnai into a modern instrument. Listen to the story of Ustad Bismillah Khan and his incredible journey to global fame in this episode of HistoryShots. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India's...

A ruler famous for his experiments with currency and capital, and a polarizing personality who dared to bring in visionary changes, but one who could never execute them successfully. Listen to the story of Muhammad Bin Tughlaq and his eccentric rule on today's episode of HistoryShots! Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Pla...

A communist leader that won the election by popular support! Listen to the story of EMS Namboodiripad, the first Non-Congress Chief Minister of an Indian state on this episode of HistoryShots! Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories fro...

For literature lovers and bibliophiles, book fairs are like a dreamland. Listen to the story of New Delhi Book fair to find our how this splendid affair came to be. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India's rich history and...

Listen to today's episode of HistoryShots to hear the story of Saina Nehwal - the icon who defined badminton in India for a whole generation! Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India's rich history and heritage - every day!