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Ancient & Medieval India
The East India Company Gave Away Free Potato Seed and Cash Rewards in 1797. As Late as 1938, Doctors in Pune Were Still Trying to Talk Indians Into Eating Tomatoes.
Aug 23, 2026
Ancient & Medieval India
Rani Abbakka of Ullal Refused Portugal's Tribute in 1555 and Faced Its Fleet Again in 1618, and a Five-Ship Coast Guard Class Now Carries Her Name
Jul 10, 2026
Modern India
Portugal Held Goa for 451 Years. India's Army, Navy and Air Force Ended It in About 40 Hours, After a Court Case, a Blockade and a Veto at the UN
May 4, 2026