delhi

Explore the rich history of Sikhs' relations with Mughal emperors, from spiritual meetings to persecution, highlighting resilience and transformation.

jaswant singh kanwal

Explore the impactful works of Jaswant Singh Kanwal, a prominent Punjabi novelist known for his realist depiction of rural life and powerful storytelling.

Discover the valiant story of Taru Singh, a Sikh martyr from Punjab who selflessly supported exiled brethren. His legacy of faith endures.

Explore the impactful life of Amar Singh, Sheri Punjab, journalist, and Sikh politics figure. Dive into his roles in journalism and Sikh leadership.

BHANGA SINGH (d. 1815), a prominent sardar of the Karorsinghia chief ship, seized in January 1764, after the fall of Sirhind, the parganah of Pehova along the bed of the River Sarasvati, 22 km west of Thanesar. Later he captured Thanesar leaving Pehova in the possession of his brother, Bhag Singh. Bhanga Singh and Bhag Singh commanded a force of 750 horse and 250 foot. In 1779, Bhanga Singh aligned himself with the Mughal chief, Abdul Ahd Khan, to recover his territory from Raja Amar Singh of Patiala. In January 1786, Bhanga Singh along with other Sikh chiefs entered the Ganga Doab at the head of 5,000 horse and ravaged Meerut, Hapur and Garh Mukteshvar. In April 1789, Mahadji Scindia, regent of the Mughal empire, confirmed Bhanga Singh`s right to rakhi or cess levied for protection in some of the areas under his influence.

dsgmc

Discover the formation and impact of the Delhi Sikh Gurdwaras Management Committee, preserving Sikh heritage and managing gurdwaras since 1974.

guru har kishan

Explore the legacy of Bhai Gurbakhsh, a devoted Sikh leader who served Guru Har Krishan and Guru Tegh Bahadur, and his impact on the Jaunpur sangat.

nawab sheik imam u din, late governor of kashmir

Explore the riveting life of Shaikh Imam Ud-Din, governor of Kashmir under Sikh rule, known for his pivotal role in 1840s political strategies and conflicts.

Discover the legacy of Kharak Singh, first Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee president and trailblazer in Sikh politics and activism.

mahitab kaur

Discover the compelling history of Mahitab Kaur, her marriage, and legacy alongside Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Explore this poignant chapter of Punjab history.

battle of kasur

Explore the dramatic rise and fall of Nizam Uddin, the Pathan chief of Kasur, from ally to adversary in the rich history of Punjab and the Sikhs.

Discover the history of Ran Singh Nakai, who expanded the Nakai misl's power and territory, shaping the Sikh region's political landscape in the late 18th century.

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Explore the deeper meaning of Aarti in Hinduism and Sikhism, where true worship goes beyond rituals and embraces the beauty of nature and truth.

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Explore the profound concept of Aatma and its connection to Paramaatma, God, and the transcendental self in Sikh and Hindu philosophies.

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Explore the distinctive and largely unknown Sikh architectural style, with its rich history in gurdwaras, forts, and palaces, by S.S. Bhatti.

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Discover the captivating history and architecture of Samman Burj, the octagonal Mughal marvel in Lahore Fort, known for its royal and administrative legacy.

The Sikh Encyclopedia

This website based on Encyclopedia of Sikhism by Punjabi University , Patiala by Professor Harbans Singh.