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The term "tasdiq," (also spelt or “tasthik” or “tastik”) has inexplicably found its way into the administrative lexicon of Karnataka.
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Mewar’s illustrious ruler, Maharana Jagat Singh I (1628–1652), a descendant of Maharana Pratap, commissioned a series of exquisite paintings inspired by Rasikpriya , blending Keshavdas’ poetic richness with Rajasthan’s delicate and intricate artistry.
Col Anil Athale's The Legacy of Shivaji The Great: Military Strategy, Naval Supremacy and the Maratha Empire is an illuminating study that delves deep into the multifaceted military prowess of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
Heeramandi's history, exploring the transformation of devotional Kathak dancers, the dark shadows of the Tawaif culture, and the ethical considerations surrounding Bollywood's narrative choices.
When Maharana Pratap fought in the Battle of Dewair against Akbar's Mughal Army, he regained the entire Mewar territory in a single campaign.
As the nation gears up for the grand Ram Mandir inauguration in Ayodhya on January 22, 2024, let's take a look at the timeline of events:
Nestled amidst the arid landscape of Rajasthan, the Moti Dungri Temple in Jaipur stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural and religious heritage. This magnificent shrine is an architectural marvel.
Shivaji Maharaj was very keen on acquiring, building & repairing forts. He captured them by surprise attacks (attack on Kondana fort). His relation with Europeans was window to outside world, to understand modern world.
Moghul Royals Spoke Medieval Hindi: Descent and Evolution of Urdu from this Language
As tension simmers in Maharashtra's Kolhapur after some youth allegedly posted objectionable posts on social media with a reference to Aurangzeb and Tipu Sultan, Maharashtra Dy CM Devendra Fadnavis slammed supporters
On the ocassion of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's 350 coronation anniversary on June 6, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, called Maratha King the beacon of courage and bravery and said he ended the mindset of slavery.
Maharana Pratap was a prominent ruler of the Rajput state of Mewar, located in present-day Rajasthan. He was born on today's date (May 9), in 1540, in Kumbhalgarh Fort. He was the eldest son of Maharana Udai Singh II.
Editor of Congress-backed National Herald Sujata Anandan claimed that claims "Shivaji's army looted and raped women" after a debate had started over removal of Mughal chapters in NCERT books
In April 1526, the Timurid descendant Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi of the Delhi sultanate. This laid the foundation of what would be known as the Mughal Empire, ruling a large part of the Indian subcontinent for almost two centuries.
A skilled cavalry warrior herself, she led from the front motivating her soldiers. She personally led the war against the Mughals in many pitched battles against them.
The issue of the NCERT syllabus excluding a few chapters on Mughal history has been one of the most discussed issues on the internet over the last week. The argument of whether the Mughal history should be removed from the syllabus or whether their barbarous, genocidal crimes should be highlighted and remembered, to avoid repeating the history, is something this article will not address. Instead, this article will address an issue manufactured by Congress leader Shashi Tharoor.
The NCERT director said that the chapters on the Mughals history had not been removed and only the overlapping chapters had been dropped, alleviating the additional strain on children’s shoulders.
The National Council of Educational Research and Training, NCERT has revised the Class 12th History curriculum and removed the chapters on Mughal Empire.
Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha recently unveiled the statue of Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya in Agartala. The statue of the king was unveiled on Friday (Mar 31) at the Zero Milestone near Kaman Chowmuhani in Agartala.
Swami Vivekananda, the sage of national consciousness, had said - If we have to awaken the spirit of living with pride, if we want to make the seed of patriotism flourish in our hearts, then we will have to take shelter of Hindu national calendar dates.
Lashing out at Congress , Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the party showed that India's history was all about the Mughal emperors & added that it represents the "new Mughals today"
Welcoming President Droupadi Murmu's move to rename all the gardens of Rashtrapati Bhawan in Delhi including Mughal Garden as 'Amrit Udyan', Muslim Rashtriya Manch issued a statement.
Archaeological Survey of India is all set to begin excavation at Delhi’s Purana Qila again. The excavation will be led by Vasant Swarnkar and would be the third season of excavation at Purana Qila.
Lachit Borphukan led two battles against Mughal army and is remembered for the daring naval battle in Sarai Ghat, said to be one of the last efforts of the Mughal Army to expand into the north east frontiers.
A petition has been filed in the Mathura Civil Court seeking the removal of the Meena Masjid, which the petitioner claimed was constructed on the land of the Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi complex.The petitioner in the matter is Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha (ABHM) treasurer, Dinesh Sharma who said that the court will hear the matter on Oct 26.
Assam govt is planning to hold the concluding function of the 400th birth anniversary of Ahom General Lachit Barphukan in the national capital. A two-day event will be held at Vigyan Bhawan to showcase the life of one of the great warriors of eastern India who defeated the formidable Mughals in the great Battle of Saraighat, said the Assam govt.
Amid Twitter war, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took a jibe at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and dared him to compare Delhi with New York and Tokyo. This came days after the Chief Ministers of both the states engaged in a war of words on Twitter over the education systems implemented in their states.
Assam state Chief Minister Himanta Biswas Sarma on Thursday (Aug 4) wrote a letter to his counterparts in other states, requesting them to include a chapter on Lachit Borphukon in the syllabus of the schools, colleges in their respective domain.
Like in the US and Australia the movements for reclaiming the temples and lands have begun, and the governments and people there are acknowledging the injustices heaped on the original people, so the Muslims in India can also follow them and hand over the disputed areas to the Hindus.
Additional District Judge Nikhil Chopra on Tuesday (May 24) after hearing the lengthy submissions of the appellant and other parties reserved the Qutub Minar judgement in the matter and fixed June 9, 2022 for the order.
According to the reports, Divya Kumari said Mughal emperor Shah Jahan had occupied the land from the royal family, where the Taj Mahal has been built. "But back then there was no law where you could appeal. It was definitely the royal family’s land."
Krishna temple was demolished in the month of Ramzan, (13th January – 11th February 1670) by Aurangzeb’s order.
The petitioner mentions in the plea to sought directives from the court to the state govt, in order to constitute a committee that would examine the rooms and look for any evidence related with the Hindu idols or scriptures at the Taj Mahal
The film is based on the heroic story of the battle fought by Bajiprabhu Deshpande against the Mughals in Pavkhindi
Dulla Bhatti led a revolt against Mughal rule during the reign of the Mughal emperor Akbar.
India will prosper again if we return to our roots and follow a development model that is based on equanimity, ethical values, nurturing and balancing the environment, and most importantly, joyfully, happily, and peacefully.
It is built in the Jain style of architecture, and the sculptures with intricate design resemble the ancient historic temples of Karnataka
The so-called Indologists wrote that Aryans came from Central Asia, Europe, and a few other places, but no one could write the precise origin of Aryans.
First Taimur, now Jehangir! What next? Aurangzeb? Saif Ali Khan names his second son after the Mughal emperor
The learned author traces the history of Jammu and Kashmir since the Mughal Rule to the State's merger with the Indian Union in 1947.
NCERT gives disproportionate attention to Mughals; 97 Akbar mentions and only 8 of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj?
Maharahstra's political controversy today is revealing the real faces behind the veils of diplomacy. In yet another dispute amidst the ongoing Vaze case, Shiv Sena's Arvind Sawant has happened to threaten Amaravati's independent MP Navneet Kaur Rana in the lobby of the Lok Sabha, warning her of being jailed for talking in the House against the Maharashtra government.
While addressing a Video conference and talking about the priority of the state government to the Agra Smart City Project, the Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath made an announcement on Sept 14 ( Monday ), about renaming the under construction Mughal Museum of Agra after the name of Maratha King Chhatraparti Shivaji.
Guru Nanak Devji took upon himself the task of giving the women their rightful place in the society. His famous comment on women in Guru Granth Sahib goes like this……….So kyon manda aakhiye jit jamme rajaan.
“Indian heritage is our identity and hardly any country of the world presents such a lucrative mix of a rich and diverse heritage that is so old in terms of civilization”, said Prahlad Singh Patel while inaugurating the illumination of historic Safdarjung Tomb in the national capital.
On his visit to India, the head of the Monarchy of Monaco, Prince Albert II met with the delegates including honourable President of India, Ramnath Kovind and Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi. This is the Prince’s first official visit to India since his accession as the head of the state of Monaco in 2005.
Rashtrapati Bhavan will open its doors of beautiful gardens for public from February 6. President Ram Nath Kovind opened the annual Udyanotsav of Rashtrapati Bhavan today. The Mughal Gardens will remain open for the general public from coming Wednesday to 10th of next month between 9 in the morning to 4 in the evening.
the worst form of destruction inflicted upon the people of this land was under the invading Muslim armies who not only wanted to plunder and conquer India but also wanted to forcefully replace the popular culture with something they believed was the right path.
The lavish Mughal Gardens of Rashtrapati Bhavan are opened to the public every year in the month of February-March. This year it will remain open for the public from February 6, 2018, to March 9, 2018 (except on Mondays which are maintenance days and March 2, 2018, in view of Holi) between 0930 hrs to 1600 hrs.
This is the second in the three--article series by the author to impress and underline the fact that Indian Muslims belong to the great Hindu tradition and cultural heritage.
