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Two photographs of Indian women wearing saris with the title Feminine Makeup in India.

Document of the Week: Makeup Traditions in India Document of the Week

Our latest “Document of the Week” was chosen by our Editor, Nishah Malik. It is an article titled “Feminine Make Up in India” from The Sphere. Read more →

Nishah Malik

Published 23rd February, 2026

A black and white document with the title Britain's Beneficent Sway In India in a capitalised font. There is an illustration of two elephants at either side, with an ornamental border connecting the two to frame the text.

Document of the Week: "Britain’s Beneficent Sway in India" Document of the Week

Our latest “Document of the Week” was chosen by our Editor, Nishah Malik. It is an article titled "Britain’s Beneficent Sway in India" from The Sphere. Published on 2 December 1911, this piece encapsulates the British colonial administration's self-congratulatory narrative about its role in India. Read more →

Nishah Malik

Published 20th January, 2025

Podcast artwork that reads Talking History. The Rise of Print Media. With Professor Adrian Bingham. There is a red semicircle on the cover, with three illustrated figures in front of it. One is a colonial soldier, one in a nurse, and the third is a sailor.

Talking History: The Rise of Print Media | S1, Ep 1 Podcasts

British Online Archives (BOA) is pleased to announce the release of the first season of our podcast, Talking History with British Online Archives, in which we explore the past from a variety of angles and perspectives. This season comprises six episodes and will be released in bi-weekly instalments. Read more →