Murshidabad: The rise, reign and ruins of Bengal’s past
Murshidabad, a historic town in West Bengal, has a rich history dating back to 1500 BCE, with archaeological excavations ...
The Diplomat5d
Erasing Aurangzeb to Marginalize Muslims: India’s ‘Grave’ Concern
Subsequently, Maharashtra’s Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis warned that his government would take action against those glorifying Aurangzeb. Aurangzeb (1618-1707) was the longest-serving ruler ...
Indiatimes6d
Aurangzeb row: What’s behind the history wars?
History and politics shape modern nationalism worldwide. India's debates on historical figures like Aurangzeb highlight complex national sentiments. Efforts to reshape historical narratives ...
The New York Times9d
Violence Flares as Hindu Group Calls for Removal of Muslim Ruler’s Tomb
The violence, which occurred this week in the city of Nagpur, centered around the tomb of Aurangzeb, a Muslim emperor of India whom Hindu nationalists have vilified as a tyrant who brutalized Hindus.
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Aurangzeb's Unremarkable Tomb Sparks A Massive Storm
At the centre of the violence is a stone structure less than three yards in length -- the tomb of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, who died more than 300 years ago. Aurangzeb's final resting place is ...