Aurangzeb
Mughal emperor from 1658 to 1707
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Alamgir I, commonly known by the title Aurangzeb, was the sixth Mughal emperor, reigning from 1658 until his death in 1707. Under his reign, the Mughal Empire reached its greatest extent, with territory spanning nearly the entirety of the Indian subcontinent.
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'Topic of Aurangzeb's tomb has been raised unnecessarily,' says RSS leader Suresh JoshiSenior RSS leader Suresh 'Bhaiyyaji' Joshi dismissed the controversy over Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb, stating it is unnecessary. He emphasized India's inclusiveness, referencing Shivaji Maharaj's..IndiaTimes - Published | |
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'Read history from books not WhatsApp': Raj Thackeray on row over Aurangazeb's tombMNS chief Raj Thackeray condemned efforts to create communal tensions over Aurangzeb's tomb and urged people to study history from books rather than WhatsApp. He emphasized that the country should not..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Athawale suggests Sambhaji memorial in Sambhajinagar over Aurangzeb tomb removalIndiaTimes - Published | |
People with invader mindset are a threat to India: RSS' Dattatreya HosabaleRSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale has identified individuals with an 'invader mindset' as a threat to India and criticized the glorification of figures like Aurangzeb. He emphasized that..IndiaTimes - Published | |
After metal fence, ASI installs barbed wire at Aurangzeb’s tomb amid ‘kar seva’ threatsIndiaTimes - Published | |
Bollywood film blamed for violent riots in India Chhaava, a 2025 Bollywood action film based on Hindu warrior Sambhaji who fought against the Muslim Mughal ruler Aurangzeb, has been blamed for inciting riots in the city of Nagpur.Sky News - Published | |
'Glorifying invaders means strengthening roots of treason, new India will never...': UP CM Yogi Adityanath issues strong statement amid Aurangzeb rowAmid the ongoing controversy over demands to remove Mughal ruler Aurangzeb's tomb in Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, UP CM Yogi Adityanath warned against celebrating historical..DNA - Published | |
'Glorifying invaders act of treason': UP CM Yogi Adityanath amid Aurangzeb rowUttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath labelled endorsing invaders like Aurangzeb as treason, emphasizing respect for India's cultural heritage. His remarks follow the controversy over the Mughal..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Aurangzeb not relevant today but tomb issue is, says RSSIndiaTimes - Published | Nagpur Riots: What did RSS say on Aurangzeb? How may it impact VHP? Politics over 300-year-old GRAVE deconstructedThe RSS stand has come at a time when tensions are high after violence broke out in Nagpur over the demand to remove Aurangzeb's tomb and various rumours connected to it.DNA - Published |
'No type of violence good for society': RSS on Nagpur riots, says 'Aurangzeb not relevant today'The RSS has distanced itself from the controversy over demands to demolish Aurangzeb's tomb in Khultabad. Recent violent clashes between groups resulted in curfews being imposed. Maharashtra CM..IndiaTimes - Published | Nagpur violence: Accused touched female cop inappropriately, FIR revealsA reported Nagpur violence incident involved an accused inappropriately touching a woman police official during a clash. Provoked by the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb, the unrest led to vandalism and..IndiaTimes - Published |
Nagpur violence pre-planned; anger against Aurangzeb coming out after B'wood film: CM FadnavisUnrest erupted in Nagpur following protests for the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb, resulting in violence. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis termed it pre-planned, while Deputy CM Eknath Shinde accused..IndiaTimes - Published | 2 critical, 30% Nagpur under curfew, 50 heldA curfew was imposed in 30% of Nagpur following clashes sparked by protests demanding the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb. Over 50 arrests were made, six FIRs filed, and significant police presence..IndiaTimes - Published |
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4 injured as violence erupts in Nagpur amid Aurangzeb tomb row; CM Fadnavis appeals for calmLate on Monday (March 17), a violent clash broke out between two groups in Nagpur, Maharashtra, just hours after the right-wing organisation Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) held a protest calling for the..DNA - Published | Devendra Fadnavis laments govt has to protect Aurangzeb's graveMaharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis warns of strict action against anyone attempting to glorify Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. This statement comes amid controversy over Congress leader Harshvardhan Sapkal..IndiaTimes - Published |
Aurangzeb tomb tension: Arson, stone-pelting in Nagpur, 50 arrested; Fadnavis, Gadkari urge Nagpur residents not to believe rumoursViolent clashes in central Nagpur left dozens wounded as protests demanding the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb escalated. Police and firemen were injured, vehicles torched, and arrests of rioters made...IndiaTimes - Published | Unfortunate that govt has to protect Aurangzeb's grave: CM FadnavisMaharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis stated it is unfortunate that the government must protect Aurangzeb's grave amid calls for its removal. He emphasised adherence to legal procedures due to the site's..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Fadnavis equally cruel as Aurangzeb,' says Congress leader; BJP calls remark 'insult' to MaharashtraMaharashtra Congress chief Harshvardhan Sapak compared CM Devendra Fadnavis to Mughal ruler Aurangzeb, sparking political tension. BJP condemned the remark as an 'insult to Maharashtra.' The..IndiaTimes - Published | Shiv Sena MP says for destruction of Aurangzeb's grave: 'Why preserve memorial of someone as cruel?'IndiaTimes - Published |
Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi gets anticipatory bail in Aurangzeb remarks caseA Mumbai court has granted anticipatory bail to Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi regarding his controversial remarks about Aurangzeb. Azmi has been directed to cooperate with the investigation on specified..IndiaTimes - Published | ‘Congress put site under ASI’: Fadnavis on calls to remove Aurangzeb’s tombMaharashtra's CM Devendra Fadnavis expressed support for removing Mughal king Aurangzeb's tomb but highlighted legal constraints due to its protected status by the Archaeological Survey of India. This..IndiaTimes - Published |
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'Threat to my life and that of my family': Abu Azmi calls Maharashtra assembly suspension arbitrarySamajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi was suspended for the entire Maharashtra budget session over his remarks on Aurangzeb. Azmi called the decision arbitrary, expressing concerns for his family's safety...IndiaTimes - Published | Aurangzeb eulogy gets Abu Asim Azmi suspended for entire sessionIndiaTimes - Published |
Aurangzeb remark row: BJP, SP face off over Abu Azmi's commentMughal emperor Aurangzeb sparks political clash between BJP and SP after SP leader Abu Azmi praised him. Azmi was suspended from the Maharashtra assembly, with UP CM Yogi Adityanath calling for his..IndiaTimes - Published | 'UP bhej do, hum...': UP CM Yogi Adityanath hits out at Samajwadi Party's Abu Azmi over Aurangzeb remarksSP MLA Abu Azmi had reportedly said that Aurangzeb was not a "cruel administrator" and "built many temples". He added that the battle between the Mughal emperor and Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj was for..DNA - Published |
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'Congress and allies speak Pakistan's language': PM says Maharashtra fight between 'patriots' vs 'Aurangzeb's side'Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during a Maharashtra rally, accused Congress of plotting to reinstate Article 370 and create a separate Constitution for Kashmir. He criticized Congress for opposing the..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Maha Vikas Aghadi is Aurangzeb fan club': Amit Shah targets opposition in MaharashtraUnion home minister Amit Shah criticized the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance in Maharashtra, labeling it an "Aurangzeb fan club" opposed to progress. He contrasted the MVA with the ruling..IndiaTimes - Published |
Cong speaking Pak language on J&K, shut it up by voting for us: PM ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi, while campaigning in Maharashtra, accused Congress of supporting the reinstatement of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. He criticized Congress for its alleged praise of..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Alamgir Alam looted Jharkhand's people': UP CM Yogi Adityanath compares JMM leader with AurangzebAt a Koderma election rally, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath criticized the JMM government, likening a leader to Mughal emperor Aurangzeb for alleged corruption. He urged voters to elect..IndiaTimes - Published |
Man lynched in Aligarh over suspicion of theftMohammad Farid, also known as Aurangzeb, was brutally lynched by a mob in Aligarh, sparking outrage and protests. The attack, triggered by an alleged break-in, resulted in the victim's death on the way..IndiaTimes - Published | Aurangzeb's soul has crept into Congress: Yogi AdityanathAddressing a rally in Malegaon town in Maharashtra's Nashik district, he said the BJP is contesting elections not merely for power but to build a developed India. "There should be no doubt that..IndiaTimes - Published |
Yogi slams Congress, says inheritance tax like 'jizya' in Aurangzeb eraUttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday alleged that the Congress manifesto talks about bringing about Aurangzeb's 'Jizjya' through inheritance tax, and promises 'freedom of choice of..IndiaTimes - Published | Yogi Adityanath attacks Congress manifesto, rakes up 'jizya', cow slaughter; likens it to Aurangzeb's ruleUttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath criticized the Congress manifesto, drawing parallels between its proposals and the "cruel rule of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb." He highlighted references to..IndiaTimes - Published |
