Making sense of Aurangzeb is a complicated affair; we must be wary of simplistic explanations and propositions. Historians ...

The ideological battle unfolding today, whether over Aurangzeb or the broader legacy of Islamic rule, reflects the interplay between history and nationalism. As a nation, India often finds itself ...

Prince Tucy, who is the Mutawalli, or caretaker of Mughal ruler Aurangzeb’s grave, claims he is the “rightful owner” of the Taj Mahal, because he is the last living Mughal in India with ...

Having successfully constructed the Ram Mandir on the site of the Babri Masjid, the Hindutva forces have now shifted their focus from Babur to Aurangzeb Alamgir, the sixth and longest-reigning ...

But it has to be done under the purview of law” as the site is protected by the Archaeological Survey of India. Over the last few years, social tensions and controversy around Aurangzeb have ...

We should not forget that our ideal Shivaji Maharaj himself allowed Afzal Khan (Aurangzeb’s emissary and commander) to be buried close by. This (Aurangzeb’s grave) is a symbol of India’s ...

Aurangzeb tomb row: Maharashtra Navnirman Sena ... "We have forgotten the real issues of the present time. Hindus who feel awakened after a movie are of no use. Did you learn about Sambhaji ...

Thackeray’s comments came amid demands by right-wing outfits for the removal of Aurangzeb’s tomb located ... the real issues of the present time. Hindus who feel awakened after a movie are ...

Similarly, Devgiri became Khuldabad, and Khidki was renamed Aurangabad. All these 'Bads' emerged after Aurangzeb's time. We are simply seeking to restore the original names," he said. Khuldabad is ...

Arguably, too, Akbar and Aurangzeb were the original Good and Bad Muslim — the invention of a time when India wanted to emphasise the loyalty of its Muslim population while condemning a newly ...

Senior RSS leader Suresh Bhaiyyaji Joshi's call to drop the Aurangzeb tomb controversy challenges ... This is a symbol of India's generosity and inclusiveness.' His remarks are being seen as ...