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Indian Python Population Threats and Conservation Efforts

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The Indian python was once considered a subspecies of the Burmese python. Now that the former is recognized as its own distinct species, it faces endangerment.

How Indian Traditions Work

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Many Indian traditions first began hundreds or thousands of years ago. Read about Indian traditions at HowStuffWorks.

The Spicy History of Chai and How to Make It

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You may know chai as a sweet and spicy Starbucks favorite, but the roots of this tea blend lie in the heart of the Indian subcontinent. So, how do you make it?

How Many Religions Are There? Which Ones Are Most Influential?

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Religion is as diverse as humanity, with major world religions well-known, yet countless others have existed throughout history.

Ridiculous History: Ancient India Beat Machiavelli to the Punch by 1,800 Years

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What is the Arthashastra? Learn more about the Arthashastra and Niccolo Machiavelli's "The Prince" in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

Gharial: The Rare Crocodilian With an Extremely Narrow Snout

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The gharial is one of the rarest and most unusual-looking crocodilian species on the planet. Learn more about this unique species and discover what conservation groups are doing to protect gharial populations.

7 Types of Snakes: Venomous, Nonvenomous and Constrictors

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The black mamba, one of the world's most feared snakes, can strike multiple times in rapid succession, delivering enough venom to kill multiple humans within minutes. This is just one of the many reasons snakes are among the most fascinating creatures on Earth.

Deobandi Islam Is the Ideology Fueling the Taliban

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The roots of the Taliban's religious beliefs - Deobandi Islam - can be traced to 19th century colonial India.

20 Animals That Start With 'I': From Irish Setters to Ivory Gulls

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There is a fascinating world of animals that start with "I." Some animal names are likely more familiar, like the mighty Indian elephant, while others are a little more obscure — looking at you, Iriomote cat.

The Biggest Frog in the World (Plus 11 Massive Contenders)

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You might think frogs are small, croaky critters, but the biggest frog in the world could surprise you. Some amphibians grow to sizes that rival house pets. In this list, we're leaping into the world of giant frogs, examining the species that top the charts in length and weight.

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