A larger-than-life king known for his lavish jewels, epic harem, luxury obsessions and the invention of the Patiala Peg, ...

A glimpse into the extravagant offerings of India’s royal families — from emerald brooches and diamond necklaces to a ...

Shimla, once the summer capital of the British colonists, has a rich and storied history of intrigue, politics and journalism.

This king paid a lot of attention to the women in his harem. He made sure they looked exactly how he liked. For this, he ...

Maharaja Bhupinder Singh’s meal often had 15 rich parathas, 2–3 plates of kebabs, creamy dal, and slow-cooked mutton, with ...

Maharaja Bhupinder Singh’s feasts were legendary and his royal kitchen left even British officers in awe of his appetite ...

In all, there have been 131 cases of diarrhoea reported so far in Patiala village. Despite the district administration’s efforts over the past seven days, the situation remains the same due to ...

Russia's Defense Ministry reported Thursday that its forces had struck Ukrainian military airfields and facilities, while Ukraine said that Russia launched a new round of air strikes on Kiev and other ...

Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV of Mysore was known for his progressive rule. He focused on education, infrastructure, and social reform. He banned untouchability and child marriage. He also ...

Wales Bonner's Spring/Summer 2026 show at Paris Fashion Week celebrated its 10th anniversary by drawing inspiration from Yeshwant Rao Holkar II, the Maharaja of Indore.

The dazzling Patiala necklace, with its ropes of diamonds, was once draped across the Maharaja of Patiala’s chest. Now, it flickered in an ochre light, accompanied by a looped film of the maharaja ...

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta advocates renaming the Old Delhi Railway Station to honour Maharaja Agrasen, a symbol of social justice and economic foresight. She said this move would recognise his enduring ...