Karnataka's BJP govt has cancelled Tipu Jayanti, celebrating a ruler once hailed for his bravery and genius, but seen by the right wing as a bigot. We must reexamine Tipu Sultan.

Beyond the Tipu Sultan legend: Why celebrating the great Mysore ruler today is so vital

Karnataka's former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and its current one, HD Kumaraswamy are currently locked in an argument to decide where the state's new film city will be located.

Why Siddaramaiah and HD Kumaraswamy are divided over Karnataka's new film city

While the former chief minister wants the project to be set up in Mysore, the incumbent wants it to be set up in Ramanagara district.

Why it's important to celebrate Tipu Sultan's heroism today, more than ever

On May 4, 1799, the ruler of Mysore famously rejected the advice to flee or surrender and instead chose to die protecting his kingdom and his people.

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Tipu Sultan was a false hero

To claim that Tipu Sultan fought against the British for India’s freedom ignores historical truths and defies logic.