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West Australian
29-05-2025
- Climate
- West Australian
Reconciliation walk replaced with ceremony after unfavourable weather conditions
The City of Busselton's Reconciliation Walk will be replaced with a ceremony to commemorate National Reconciliation Week, due to wild weather conditions forecast for Friday. The Busselton Reconciliation Walk was expected to start at the Merenj Boodja Bush Garden at 10am on Friday, but will now consist of a ceremony for National Reconciliation Week, to be held at the Youth and Community Activities Building on Foreshore Parade. A light lunch will be provided by Pindari and Woolworths, with guests also being invited to participate in a Reconciliation Week activity, which recognises and supports the importance of reconciliation.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Sringeri Mutt Looted: How Tipu Used It for Political Mileage: Vikram Sampath Reveals
In this powerful and eye-opening discussion, historian and author Vikram Sampath dives deep into the lesser-known historical truths surrounding Tipu Sultan, the attack on the Sringeri Math, and the Maratha-Pindari connection. Contrary to popular belief, Sampath reveals that the attack on Shringeri was not sanctioned by the Peshwas and was instead carried out by irregular Pindari forces, known for their brutality and addiction-fueled rampages. He further explores Tipu Sultan's carefully crafted image as a secular ruler—highlighting his realpolitik letters to the Shankaracharya and his alleged 'Ring of Ram,' debunking many modern myths. Read More
