Find all the latest announcements, media appearances, academic news, and press coverage relating to Professor (Dr.) Arup K. Chatterjee’s research on South Asian and Indian history, colonial studies, cultural politics, contemporary affairs, literary studies and more. Here you can find links to interviews, podcasts, citations, event listings, and briefs of recent press features, updated regularly.
Arup K. Chatterjee cited in Wikipedia Article on Frederick Akbar Mahomed
Professor Arup K. Chatterjee’s essay on Frederick Akbar Mahomed emphasizes Mahomed’s contributions to modern medicine while highlighting his marginalization due to racial and institutional biases. The essay’s citation in Wikipedia enhances its accessibility, promoting public understanding and encouraging further research into the diverse narratives shaping medical history and knowledge.
Arup K. Chatterjee Cited in Wikipedia Article on Andaman Islands
Professor Arup K. Chatterjee’s article explores the creation of racial hierarchies through British anthropology concerning the Andaman Islands. It critiques colonial practices in shaping scientific narratives and justifying governance. His peer-reviewed work is now cited in the Wikipedia article on the Andamans, enhancing public understanding of colonial-era racial anthropology.
Arup K. Chatterjee in Wikipedia Article on Grindlays Bank
Professor Dr. Arup K. Chatterjee’s scholarship on Robert Melville Grindlay has been cited in a Wikipedia article, highlighting the intersections of visual culture, travel-writing, and commerce in the formation of Grindlays Bank. His research underscores the complex relationship between representation and imperial enterprise, expanding the understanding of historical narratives.
Arup K. Chatterjee Cited in Wikipedia Article on “Jamshedpur”
Dr. Arup K. Chatterjee’s article “Jamshedpur: The city of steel” has been cited in Wikipedia, enhancing the city’s historical context by linking industrial development to social changes. It highlights industrial planning, civic amenities by Tata Steel, and working-class culture, fostering public understanding of Jamshedpur’s evolution and significance in urban history.
Arup K. Chatterjee Cited in Wikipedia Article on “Masala Chai”
Professor Arup K. Chatterjee’s article in The Hindu on the history of chai in India is now cited in the Wikipedia entry on “Masala Chai.” It explores tea’s introduction and its evolution into a nationwide staple, highlighting cultural, economic, and colonial influences. This citation emphasizes the impact of scholarly work on public knowledge.
Arup K. Chatterjee Cited in Wikipedia Article on “Mullingar Mansion (Mussoorie)”
Dr. Arup K. Chatterjee’s scholarship on Ruskin Bond’s architecture is cited in the Wikipedia entry for Mullingar Mansion, exploring cultural motifs and haunted geographies in Bond’s work. This integration of academic analysis into public resources enhances understanding of literary and architectural connections, enriching local histories of Mussoorie and the Doon Valley.
Cebu Technological University Honors Prof. Arup K. Chatterjee at ASEAN Week 2025—Strengthens Indo-Philippine Scholarly and Cultural Ties
On August 28, 2025, Cebu Technological University hosted Professor Arup K. Chatterjee as a keynote speaker for ASEAN Week 2025. His lecture focused on Indo-Philippine maritime history, reflecting CTU’s commitment to cultural diplomacy. The event promoted academic collaboration and student engagement while enhancing regional intellectual exchange.
Prof. (Dr.) Arup K. Chatterjee Invited as Keynote Speaker for ASEAN Week 2025 — Cebu Technological University
Prof. Arup K. Chatterjee, an English professor at Jindal Global Law School, has been invited to give a keynote at ASEAN Week 2025 in Cebu. His insights on cultural diplomacy are valued for promoting unity between India, the Philippines, and wider ASEAN, underscoring his influence in international academia and cultural dialogue.
Arup K. Chatterjee Featured on IMDb for Asian Review of Books Podcast Episode
Arup K. Chatterjee’s book, Indians in London, featured in a 2022 podcast episode of New Books in Early Modern History, delves into the historical Indian presence in London from the East India Company to independent India. Recognized by IMDb, the book explores migration, identity, and imperial interactions, marking its cultural significance.
Professor Arup K. Chatterjee “Honoured” at Greater Kolkata College of Engineering & Management
Professor Arup K. Chatterjee from O.P. Jindal Global University was honored by the Greater Kolkata College of Engineering & Management during a Faculty Development Programme. He delivered a speech on ‘Outcome Based Education in terms of Bloom’s Taxonomy’, receiving recognition for his contributions to pedagogy and curriculum design.
Professor Arup K. Chatterjee Invited to Deliver a Public Lecture at Krea University — “Railways and the Historical Contours of India”
On 13 August 2025, Professor Arup K. Chatterjee lectured at Krea University on the impact of railways in India, exploring cultural history and symbolic meanings spanning 1840s to today. Organized by Dr. Shilpi Singh and moderated by Dr. Aashique Ahmed Iqbal, the event highlighted railways as both technology and cultural archetype reflecting social changes.
Arup K. Chatterjee Interviewed on The Indian Express “3 Things” podcast — Revisiting Forgotten Struggles for Freedom in India
Professor Arup K. Chatterjee appeared on The Indian Express 3 Things podcast, discussing lesser-known freedom struggles in India and caste mobilizations that impacted the Independence movement. The episode highlights crucial historical dynamics and their influence on post-1947 India, particularly regarding national integration and communal issues. Further insights are available through his writing.
Arup K. Chatterjee cited in Indian Express Independence Day Special Research Piece
Arup K. Chatterjee’s work is prominently featured in an Independence Day special research piece published by The Indian Express. The article authored by Nikita Mohta — “When a call for Indian independence echoed in London” — opens by citing Chatterjee’s Indians in London: From the Birth of the East India Company to Independent India: “Whether…
Prof. (Dr.) Arup Kumar Chatterjee Invited as Resource Person for Amity University Faculty Development Programme
We are pleased to announce that Prof. (Dr.) Arup Kumar Chatterjee, Professor at O.P. Jindal Global University, served as Resource Person for the Faculty Development Programme organised by the Amity Institute of Social Sciences. The programme, titled “Trends, Transformative Learning & Applied Research in the Field of Social Science & Humanities,” ran from 2–9 June…
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