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What is Zabo system?

The word Zabo means impounding run-off. It is a water harvesting system practised in Nagaland in north-eastern India. It is also known as theruza... View Article

What is kul irrigation?

kul irrigation is an ingenious system, devised centuries ago to tap distant glaciers for water. Kul means diversion channel. These channels carry... View Article

Who was Dharma Pal?

Dharma Pal, also spelt as Dharmapala, was the second ruler of the Pala Empire. His rule is known for greatly expanding the Pala Empire, making it... View Article