I have never seen my husband so angry.
While watching Chhava, he opened the Wikipedia page of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj to read more about him.
Later, he said to me fuming,
“Write about this. This is a disgrace.”

And he was right!
The Wikipedia page of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj is nothing short of a malicious, colonial-era propaganda dump, thinly veiled as “neutral information.”
It’s a deliberate character assassination of a Hindu warrior-king who defied Aurangzeb.
Let’s demolish it point by point. 🔥
🧵 The top of the page coldly says Sambhaji “was captured, tortured and executed by the Mughals.”
No mention that he chose death over forced conversion.
No mention of 40 days of inhuman torture.
No mention of the Har Har Mahadev, Ma Jagdamba he roared till his last breath.
Criminal omission.

1. A Flame of Brilliance – Rani Abbakka

Mid-16th century. The Vijayanagara Empire, once a beacon of South Indian glory under Krishnadevaraya, was crumbling.
The Deccan Sultanates circled above like vultures.
And from the west, a new storm raged—the Portuguese. 2. The Gathering Storm

The Portuguese had crept in under the guise of trade.
They entered through Calicut, settled in Goa, and declared their intent to rule the entire western coastline.
Cruel, cunning, and armed to the teeth—they would stop at nothing.

The Forgotten Nation: The Story of Balochistan – A Thread

1/ Balochistan: A Land That Was Never Pakistan’s

🔹 Covers 44% of Pakistan’s land
🔹 Strategic location: Borders Iran, Afghanistan & Arabian Sea
🔹 Rich history: Once Hindu-Buddhist, home to Hinglaj Mata Mandir, part of Gandhara Mahajanapada
🔹 Mehrgarh: Civilization older than Harappa

Yet, it was forcibly annexed in 1948. 2/ Balochistan Was NOT Part of Pakistan in 1947

💡 While Pakistan took its name from “Balochistan,” it was not on Pakistan’s map on 14 Aug 1947.
💡 On 11 Aug 1947, Kalat (Balochistan’s key state) signed a treaty of independence with the British & Muslim League.
💡 Mir Ahmed Yar Khan became its first ruler.

3 days before Pakistan’s creation, Balochistan was an independent nation.

Toh kya lagta hai—history erase karein ya samajh ke rakhein? 🤔

It’s an important question raised by @grok !

I personally am of the opinion that Aurangzeb’s kabr should not be destroyed. Here’s why🧵👇🏽

https://twitter.com/grok/status/1901070514229235744

Why Aurangzeb’s Tomb Should Be Turned Into A Museum of Atrocities

Aurangzeb was one of the most ruthless rulers in Indian history. His reign was soaked in blood—mass executions, forced conversions, destruction of temples, and brutal oppression of Hindus, Sikhs, and even his own family.

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India’s history is far older than we think, and deep in Chhattisgarh’s forests lie secrets waiting to be uncovered.

For over a century, ancient petroglyphs (rock paintings) have been found across the state. Some are 10,000+ years old, some 30,000 years old, and some… completely mind-boggling.

A thread 🧵— why we MUST invest in research. 2/
In 2014, in Charama (Kanker district), villagers found 10,000-year-old petroglyphs of:
•People in helmets & spacesuits
•Figures with tridents & elaborate headgear
•A flying saucer with three legs & antennae

Some called them aliens. The Chhattisgarh govt even reached out to NASA & ISRO. No response. The mystery remains.

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Decoding 6K-Year-Old Language Can Bury Modern Myths

Work by an Indian cryptographer on the still-undeciphered Indus Valley script suggests Sanskrit may have been the root language. If true, it questions the Aryan invasion theory as well as the north-south divide. 🧵👇 2️⃣
@yajnadevam , aka Bharath Rao, is a rare cryptographer—among epigraphists, archaeologists, linguists, etc.—who can claim to have cracked the code to deciphering the Indus Valley script.

1/ Man on a mission. Prof. Gyaneshwer Chaubey is on a mission at Maha Kumbh 2025 —using science to seek truth, take charge of narratives. When millions take a holy dip, he is collecting DNA samples to map the story of our ancestry. 2/ For centuries, invaders and colonialists twisted narratives. They gave us the Aryan Invasion Theory, caste narratives, and the North-South divide. Now, a Bharatiya scientist is using genetics to set the record straight.

1/ Aurangzeb ke raj mein Bharat sone ki chidiya bani?
That’s like saying a man becomes wealthy if you loot his house.

Let’s dismantle this idiotic claim point by point.

His economic policies weren’t just disastrous for Bharat but ensured his own empire’s destruction.

A thread:🧵 2/ Looting His Own Cities – Aurangzeb plundered cities. Burned it down, looted, and terrorized the economy. This is like robbing your own house and calling yourself rich.

1. Destruction of Varanasi (1669)

Aurangzeb ordered the demolition of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, disrupting religious and economic activities.

2. Plunder of Mathura (1670)

The Keshav Rai Temple was destroyed, the city was looted, and a mosque was built in its place.

3. Siege and Looting of Golconda (1687)

After a prolonged siege, Golconda was captured, plundered, and its ruler was imprisoned.

4. Sacking of Udaipur (1680)

Aurangzeb’s forces burned villages, looted wealth, and destroyed 63 temples.

5. Brutal Suppression of Jat Rebellion (1669-1670)

Mughal forces plundered and destroyed Mathura region to crush the Jat resistance.

Tweet Thread: The Science Behind Yogic Breathing and Nitric Oxide

1/ Today in my Neuroscience with Yoga class, I learned something fascinating!

Ancient yogis understood something modern science is just catching up to—how breathing and sound vibrations naturally enhance health.
2/ Dr. Louis Ignarro, a Nobel Laureate, discovered that Nitric Oxide (NO) is a powerful molecule that relaxes blood vessels, improves brain function, strengthens immunity, and reduces inflammation.

Did you know?

1000 years ago, India ruled the seas, mastered water management, and built an empire that thrived on trade, agriculture & irrigation.

Today, we fall for North-South, language, and political divides, while our ancestors built systems that still function today.

A forgotten history of greatness! 🧵👇 1️⃣ Ancient Indians predicted rainfall with precision!

The Brihat Samhita (6th CE) by Varahamihira had 10 detailed chapters on meteorology, covering:

-Garbhalakshanam – The formation of clouds & their link to rainfall.
-The nature of rainwater – Was it fresh, acidic, or astringent?
-Seasonal monsoon patterns – Predicting floods & droughts.
This wasn’t mere observation—it was a structured scientific approach to meteorology, at that time before modern climate science!

While the world struggled with unpredictable weather, India had a system to forecast rains & protect agriculture.

Another Attack on Sanatana Dharma!

The timing is suspicious!
It’s Mahashivratri.

But, Perfect occasion to destroy evil. Let’s look at this nonsense point by point.

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First allegation: Girl children at Isha Samskriti Gurukul are being forced to meditate half-naked. Emails are being shown as proof.

Hundreds of girl children study at Samskriti Gurukul. Did anyone even think—why has not a single girl complained to their parents? Why has no parent spoken about it?

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How to turn an adversary into an opportunity?
When they thought Swarajya would end before it began, Shivaji Maharaj expanded it to twice its size—within just 18 days!

We all know the Afzal Khan story.
But what happened next?

A masterclass in strategy, patience & war tactics. 2/
1659: Swarajya was in its infancy. Afzal Khan left Bijapur to end Shivaji Maharaj. The world—Adilshahi, Mughals, British—believed this "young boy's" kingdom would be crushed.
Khan, confident in his strength, wanted an open battlefield. But Shivaji Maharaj had other plans.

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Do you know how Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj’s death was avenged?

This is not just history. This is the fire that burned in the hearts of the Marathas. Read this till the end.

Loser Aurangzeb and his Mughal empire were humiliated like never before.🧵 2/
After Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj’s brutal execution, Aurangzeb’s commander Zulfikar Khan seized Raigad and imprisoned Yesubai (Sambhaji’s wife) and his son.

But the fire of vengeance was already lit. Sambhaji’s younger brother, Rajaram Maharaj, rose as the new Chhatrapati.

1️⃣ Bharat in Crisis: A Fractured Civilization
By the 8th century, Bharat was fragmented. Foreign invaders looted, Buddhist influence had eroded Hindu martial spirit, and the Vedic foundation was weakened. Adi Shankaracharya, born in 788 CE in Kaladi, Kerala, decided to reclaim, revive, and restore Sanatan Dharma. 2️⃣ The Buddhist Vacuum: How Bharat Lost its Edge
Buddhism had spread widely but had deviated from its roots. Many sects denied the Vedas, rejected the idea of Dharma as duty, and weakened Hindu society’s ability to resist invaders. This led to political instability, lack of unity, and loss of Kshatra-tej (martial spirit).

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Salutations to the consciousness of Hindutva,
To this eternal consciousness of Sanatan..!

National Highway 44, stretching from Bengaluru to Rewa and beyond, is witnessing an immense flow of vehicles—cars, jeeps, buses, and trucks—carrying saffron flags. Shri Ram and Hanuman Ji grace many of them. Shops along the way sell flags to those without one. 2/10
Roadside dhabas, hotels, and petrol pumps are packed. Vehicles halt near water sources, under trees, and at temples. Travelers rest briefly, refresh themselves with food, and continue.

This 1,000-km-long highway has turned into a festival of devotion. Despite long, exhausting journeys, people radiate enthusiasm. Those heading forward brim with excitement; those returning are filled with gratitude.

Some are confused about what a win and loss looks like!

Time to educate such evil-glorifying idiots whose ancestors most likely were victims of Aurangzeb’s cruelty.

A thread on how Aurangzeb was the biggest loser in Indian history. 🧵👇 1️⃣ Destroyed His Own Empire
•Inherited the richest empire in the world (₹40 crore annual revenue, 24 crore people).
•Died in 1707, leaving it bankrupt, shattered, and filled with revolts.
•His own sons fought for the throne even before he was dead.

🧵 The Harappan Genome Study: The final nail in the coffin of the Aryan Invasion Theory!

A landmark study (Shinde et al., 2019) on ancient DNA from Rakhigarhi demolished AIT.
Here’s how genetics shattered the colonial lie! 🚨🔥

1/ For decades, the Aryan Invasion Theory (AIT) claimed that Indo-European languages & Vedic culture came to India via Central Asian "Aryan invaders" (~1500 BCE).

But in 2019, DNA from the Indus Valley Civilization (IVC) exposed the truth. 2/ What was the study?

Led by Prof. Vasant Shinde (@ProfVasant) & a global research team, the study sequenced the first ancient Harappan genome from Rakhigarhi, the largest IVC site.

🚨 Result? NO Steppe (Aryan) ancestry in the Indus Valley Civilization.

🚨 Jawaharlal Nehru’s 1962 Disaster – A Thread 🚨

PM Modi recently urged people to read JFK’s Forgotten Crisis by Bruce Riedel. This book exposes Nehru’s incompetence, arrogance, and distractions while India suffered its most humiliating military defeat. Let’s dive in. 👇 1️⃣ Nehru blindly believed in "Hindi-Chini Bhai-Bhai" and dismissed every warning about China's aggression. Even American and Soviet intelligence reports predicted an attack, but Nehru ignored them.

1/ Education in ancient Bharat 🛕

It was far more than just academics. It aimed at the holistic development of the human being through the Panchakosha model: layers of physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual growth. Let’s explore. 🧵 2/ The Panchakosha model is rooted in the concept of five sheaths:
•Annamaya (Physical)
•Pranamaya (Vital Energy)
•Manomaya (Mind)
•Vijnanamaya (Wisdom)
•Anandamaya (Bliss)

Each sheath contributes to a balanced and purposeful life. 🌱

So happy to see a certain section of “intellectuals” freaking out like this! It means the understand its implications.

Throughout Indian history, spiritual gurus have guided rulers to govern in a Dharmic manner.

Let’s see some famous duos-
Shri Ram and Vasishtha (c. 5000 BCE, Treta Yuga)
Vasishtha, the royal guru, imparted wisdom on dharma, ethics, and governance, shaping Ram’s ideal rule as a king in Ayodhya.

1/ Ancient wisdom meets modern relevance! 🌟 The Tadvidya Sambhasha Parishat, held in Sri Kshetra Ramatheertha, North Karnataka, showcased the revival of Bharat’s traditional Gurukula systems. A global celebration of Ayurveda and heritage unfolded from 3 to 7 Jan. 2/ The event, focusing on classical texts - Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, and Ashtanga Hridayam - brought together 300 delegates in person and online participants from 23 countries.