How India’s ‘kadali phalam’ evolved into the widely recognised banana over the last 5000 years
Bananas originated in India over 5000 years ago as 'kadali phalam' and spread globally through Alexander the Great’s introduction to the Middle East. By the 15th century, they reached Africa, Latin ...
AP PHOTOS: Decades-old weaving businesses near India’s financial capital struggle to survive
Abdul Sattar stands in a dimly lit aisle surrounded by dozens of electric-powered looms that make a rhythmic din several ...