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TopicWajid Ali Shah

Topic: Wajid Ali Shah

Wajid Ali Shah consulted Hindu priests to remove a curse from his wives

In ‘Dance to Freedom’, AK Gandhi tracks the history of tawaifs. They were dancers Mughal courts, spied on British officers and played a role in the Indian freedom movement.

From Galouti kebabs to the uprising of 1857—Wajid Ali Shah left an indelible mark on India

The prince was made heir apparent at age 21 & ruled until 1856 when he was exiled by the EIC. He was a patron of arts, food, and even attempted to reform of the Awadh Army.

On Camera

Is Bangladesh ready for ‘developed country’ status? It’s all optics for Sheikh Hasina

The graduation is meant to bolster the legacy and legitimacy of Sheikh Hasina's Awami League, even as the real-world preparedness lagged behind the glossy narrative.

How Rupee ended up as Asia’s worst currency this year

Possible improvements in US-India trade ties and a lower tariff rate could ease pressure, but if that doesn’t eventuate, RBI may be forced to support the rupee further.

India and Indonesia inch closer to BrahMos deal, defence ties to ramp up

Indonesia delegation led by Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin visited BrahMos facility & met with top officials & undertook a detailed briefing on the missile system.

A tribute to Tejas. India’s delay culture is the real enemy in the skies

It is a brilliant, reasonably priced, and mostly homemade aircraft with a stellar safety record; only two crashes in 24 years since its first flight. But its crash is a moment of introspection.