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Mohan Bhagwat says Partition migrants were ‘warriors’, not refugees

Mohan Bhagwat says Partition migrants were ‘warriors’, not refugees

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Speaking at the 75th Foundation Day programme of the Sindhu Education Society in Nagpur, Bhagwat said those who migrated from the newly created Pakistan left behind their homes, businesses, land and wealth accumulated over generations because they wanted to live in India, where they could practise their religion without fear. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

PM Modi pens op-ed ahead of May 11 visit to Somnath temple; announces special poojas for 1,000 days

PM Modi pens op-ed ahead of May 11 visit to Somnath temple; announces special poojas for 1,000 days

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday shared an op-ed ahead of his proposed visit to the Somnath Temple on May 11, reflecting on the temple’s civilisational significance and paying tribute to those who protected and restored it over centuries. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Wrote an OpEd about my forthcoming visit to Somnath on 11th May and why this day will always be important with respect to Somnath and the greatness of our civilisation. Also paid homage to each and every person who endured all sorts of challenges yet always protected Somnath and restored its glory.” Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

500 Years Ago: How Bihar’s Farid Khan First Became ‘Sher Khan’ And Then ‘Sher Shah Suri’ | India News

500 Years Ago: How Bihar’s Farid Khan First Became ‘Sher Khan’ And Then ‘Sher Shah Suri’ | India News

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Last Updated:February 20, 2026, 08:26 IST Sher Shah Suri, who ruled from 1540-1545, achieved remarkable feats. But do you know why he was called ‘Suri’? Explore the story behind the name Sher Shah Suri’s journey from a young boy in Bihar to Sultan of Delhi remains a timeless example of struggle, strategy, and vision. Some individuals in history have changed their fate through sheer effort, and Sher Shah Suri is one such name. Born as Farid Khan around 1486 in Sasaram, Bihar, he belonged to an Afghan family. His father, Hasan Khan Suri, was a small landlord in Bihar. Farid’s early life was challenging; his stepmother reportedly treated him poorly, prompting him to leave home. Seeking education and a better future, he moved to Jaunpur, then a major centre of learning. There, he studied Arabic and Persian, knowledge that later formed the foundation of his remarkable administrative skills. How Farid Khan Became Sher Khan After completing his studies, Farid Khan entered the service of Bahar Khan Lohani, the Afghan ruler of Bihar. During a hunting …

Rising Bharat Summit 2025 | Tourism Minister Shekhawat Says Govt Needs To Preserve Aurangzeb’s Grave: ‘Our Responsibility But…’

Rising Bharat Summit 2025 | Tourism Minister Shekhawat Says Govt Needs To Preserve Aurangzeb’s Grave: ‘Our Responsibility But…’

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Last Updated:April 08, 2025, 19:31 IST Tourism Minister Gajendra Shekhawat stressed preserving Aurangzeb’s grave as heritage but not feeling proud. He called SP MP Ramji Lal Suman’s remark on Rana Sanga “unfortunate.” Shekhawat also hit out at Suman over his remark on the Mewar ruler. (Photo: News18) Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Tuesday said that the government needs to preserve grave of Mughal ruler Aurangzeb as part of the nation’s heritage but the citizens should not feel proud about it. His remarks came amid calls for removal of Aurangzeb’s grave and tomb in Aurangabad, which is now known as Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district in Maharashtra. Speaking at the Rising Bharat Summit 2025 in New Delhi, Shekhawat called Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Ramji Lal Suman’s remark on Mewar ruler Rana Sanga “unfortunate”. “The PM has said that the government will respect as well as preserve our heritage…When we talk about our heritage, history is painted with all colours– some with black ink and some with golden. Those written with black ink are also part of our heritage …

360 Degree View | RSS’s Multifaceted Approach On Aurangzeb: Rewrite, Reassess, And Move On

360 Degree View | RSS’s Multifaceted Approach On Aurangzeb: Rewrite, Reassess, And Move On

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Last Updated:April 03, 2025, 07:00 IST Different kinds of comments on the same issue, coming from senior ranks within the RSS, reflect the organisation’s evolving approach to its “decolonisation” process. As the Aurangzeb issue continues to unfold, these remarks are likely to fuel further debate on how India chooses to remember its past. (Image: PTI/File) From Suresh Bhaiyyaji Joshi to Dattatreya Hosabale, top RSS functionaries are offering seemingly contrasting — yet complementary and contemporary — perspectives on Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. One pushing for a historical reset along with a change of mindset, while the other urging for a measured, tradition-driven approach. Different kinds of comments on the same issue, coming from senior ranks within the RSS, reflect the organisation’s evolving approach to its “decolonisation” process. These are not merely personal opinions, but part of a broader strategy shaped by the unfolding circumstances around the issue. Recently, former RSS general secretary and senior functionary Suresh Bhaiyyaji Joshi took a broader, more pragmatic stance on the Aurangzeb controversy, calling it an “unnecessary” issue. He emphasised that Hindu …

Maharashtra: Explosions Heard On Torched Vehicles In Mahal Area Of Nagpur | N18S

Maharashtra: Explosions Heard On Torched Vehicles In Mahal Area Of Nagpur | N18S

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Godse et al: Who were the 5 people convicted of killing Mahatma Gandhi? | Explained News

Godse et al: Who were the 5 people convicted of killing Mahatma Gandhi? | Explained News

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On January 30, 1948, at exactly 5.17 pm, Nathuram Godse fired three shots at Mahatma Gandhi from his Beretta M1934. The Mahatma died on the spot. During his trial, Godse tried to take sole responsibility for the crime. But his arguments were rejected. A Bench of the Punjab High Court in Shimla in 1949 upheld the convictions and sentences of five people for the larger conspiracy: Godse, his younger brother Gopal, Narayan Apte, Vishnu Karkare, and Madanlal Pahwa. Justice G D Khosla, who was part of the three-judge Bench that heard the appeals of Godse and the others wrote about each convict in his book The Murder of Mahatma (1965). Here are some profiles based on the book and other sources, and their roles in the conspiracy to murder the Father of the Nation. Story continues below this ad 01 Nathuram Godse Nathuram was born as Ramachandra Vinayak in 1910 to a village postmaster near Baramati, Maharashtra. He was his parents’ fourth son. And since all three previous sons died at an early age, Ramchandra …

First draft of Indian history written by colonisers with distorted perspective: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar | India News

First draft of Indian history written by colonisers with distorted perspective: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar | India News

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Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Monday said it was a travesty that the ignorant were trying to make us aware about inclusivity by their narrow -minded approach. He also said that the first draft of the country’s history came through colonisers’ distorted perspective. While thousands contributed to the freedom struggle, only a few were promoted. Even post-Independence, this was allowed to take roots. This disrupted organic evolution of our knowledge system, the vice president said. “We have to unshackle ourselves from colonial legacy and mindset,” he said. He asserted that the philosophical schools of Vedanta, Jainism, Buddhism and others have always encouraged dialogue and co-existence — the principles that hold immense value in today’s polarised world. It was time now to ensure India’s heritage blossoms and thrives and there could not be a more opportune time, he noted while urging the youth to take pride in India’s mathematical contributions. Much of the problems we are facing today will be resolved on a fast track basis if we keep indology in mind, he said after laying …

Not trying to stir up controversy, just want to tell a story I love: Nikkhil Advani on ‘Freedom at Midnight’ | Bollywood

Not trying to stir up controversy, just want to tell a story I love: Nikkhil Advani on ‘Freedom at Midnight’ | Bollywood

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Mumbai, After the success of “Rocket Boys”, producer Nikkhil Advani says he was keen to chronicle another chapter from Indian history and he wanted to be a “little bit more ambitious”. Not trying to stir up controversy, just want to tell a story I love: Nikkhil Advani on ‘Freedom at Midnight’ Advani said he and Danish Khan, Business Head of Sony LIV and StudioNext, were looking for their next project when they realised they both loved “Freedom at Midnight”, Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre’s defining book on the transition of India from a British colony to a democracy. “Rocket Boys”, which chronicled the friendship and works of nuclear physicists Homi Bhabha and Vikram Sarabhai, was slightly easier as not many knew about their friendship, but adapting this book was a massive challenge. “I don’t think there’s any correct time to adapt ‘Freedom at Midnight’ contemporary or otherwise… I feel you should never forget history, I want to keep reminding people that this has happened. I’m not trying to stir up any controversy. I’m just trying …

Archaeological Survey of India will ‘delist’ some ‘lost’ monuments. What’s happening, and why? | Explained News

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The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has decided to delist 18 “centrally protected monuments” because it has assessed that they do not have national importance. These 18 monuments are part of an earlier list of monuments that the ASI had said were “untraceable”. Among the monuments that face delisting now are a medieval highway milestone recorded as Kos Minar No.13 at Mujessar village in Haryana, Barakhamba Cemetery in Delhi, Gunner Burkill’s tomb in Jhansi district, a cemetery at Gaughat in Lucknow, and the Telia Nala Buddhist ruins in Varanasi. The precise location of these monuments, or their current physical state, is not known. So what exactly does the “delisting” of monuments mean? The ASI, which works under the Union Ministry of Culture, is responsible for protecting and maintaining certain specific monuments and archaeological sites that have been declared to be of national importance under the relevant provisions of The Ancient Monuments Preservation Act, 1904 and The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958 (AMASR Act). Delisting of a monument effectively means it will …