Professor of History of Medieval India. Author of Fathpur Sikri Revisited (OUP, 2013). Chairman & Coordinator CAS Department of History AMU; Coordinator Museum
This isn't Shiva. It's more likely adapted from proto-Elamite iconography, showing an Eurasian deity "lord of animals."
Indian history is amazing, wonderful, and fantastic -- It's well worth getting it right.
@Rezavi writes,
No serious historian would deny that Akbar was an empire builder or that his policies were shaped by political calculations. Yet the same may be said of virtually every successful ruler in history.
https://t.co/fGim6f2jUh
Statement of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in New Delhi
On the occasion of the Iranian nation's victory in the face of military aggression by the Zionist regime and the United States, the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in New Delhi extends its heartfelt gratitude to all noble and freedom-loving people of India — including the esteemed citizens, political parties, honorable members of Parliament, non-governmental organizations, religious and spiritual leaders, university professors, members of the media, social activists, and all individuals and institutions who, in recent days and in various forms, stood firmly and vocally with the great nation of Iran.
The messages of solidarity, moral support, public statements, and active participation in peace-oriented gatherings and initiatives, during a time when the Iranian people were under brutal military assault by the occupying Zionist regime, have been a source of deep encouragement. These gestures clearly reflect the awakened conscience of nations and their commitment to justice and the principles of international law.
The steadfastness of the Iranian people in the face of this blatant aggression was not merely a defense of their homeland and national dignity, but a symbol of resistance against the grave violations of the United Nations Charter, humanitarian principles, and the foundational norms of international law. The solidarity of world nations with the people of Iran is not simply a political stance — it is an affirmation of the universal values of justice, legality, and global peace.
The Islamic Republic of Iran has consistently emphasized the need to uphold the principles of international law and to resist expansionist and aggressive policies. We firmly believe that the unity and solidarity of nations serve as a powerful bulwark against war, violence, and injustice.
Once again, we express our sincere appreciation for the genuine and invaluable support shown by the people and institutions of the great nation of India. Undoubtedly, this solidarity ��� rooted in the longstanding cultural, civilizational, and human ties between our two nations — will further strengthen the cause of peace, stability, and global justice.
Jai Iran — Jai Hind
Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran – New Delhi
25 June 2025
Do read this important analysis of how fascism works in India
Of the endorsement by Hindutva founders of Hitler's treatment of Jews
Of the uniting of castes against Muslims
Of the project of anti-intellectualism & attacks on the left liberal intellectual https://t.co/MSZhYu6lVo
I don’t think there could be something more shameful than calling the words ‘secular’ and ‘socialists’ like ulcers by the Vice President of India . #NotFit2BVP
https://t.co/BztnbYRxHy Secular, socialist like 'ulcers' in Preamble: VP backs review call - The Tribune
Masters of calligraphy
An inscription on Shah Jahan’s body armour records it was gifted to him in 1632/33 by Saif Khan, son of Amanat Khan, the great calligrapher of the Taj Mahal
Metropolitan museum of Art loan to The Great Mughals exhibition at the V&A
Since Aurangzeb is in the news again, I'm re-sharing my 2020 article on the complicated relationship between Shivaji and the Mughals. https://t.co/CpzsMDsP3G
On Truth Be Told, @neeluopines speaks to Prof. Syed Ali Nadeem Rezavi (Secretary, Indian History Congress) on why he thinks Modi is Aurangzeb's 'ideal successor'
Full interview: https://t.co/NB37Me2NZk
"In today's India, nobody is willing to even hear the right thing," says Professor Ali Nadeem @Rezavi of @AMUofficialPRO while speaking with me about the recent hullabaloo over Mughal emperor Aurangzeb Alamgir. #Aurangzeb#AurangzebControversy@AMUJournal https://t.co/nnUZpyZdgD
Here is an explosive account, unearthed by @churumuri, of how CIA was funding the Jansangh/RSS to destabilise the Congress govt.
https://t.co/reN20cPVMG
Explosive excerpts :
‘John Smith revealed the RSS’s “close ties with CIA” to overthrow the Congress government of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.
Smith made two more key charges:
▪️One, that CIA had provided "large sums of money" for RSS's anti-cow slaughter rally held in 1966
▪️Two, the attempt to assassinate Congress president K. Kamaraj that day had been the work of RSS.
M.S. Golwalkar was the RSS chief at the time.’
I recently traveled just 300 kilometers and ended up paying ₹500 in toll charges—that’s an outrageous ₹1.5 per kilometer!
This comes on top of hefty Income Tax, GST, taxes on petrol, and countless others.
It feels like nothing short of daylight robbery by the central government. How much more will you squeeze out of us in the name of highway maintenance?
After paying nearly ₹5 lakh in income tax this year, plus GST on petrol, these exorbitant tolls amount to nothing but #TaxTerrorism / #TaxLoot .
@nitin_gadkari@nsitharaman
Is there any end to this relentless extortion?