india

Discover the inspiring journey of Prabhjot Kaur, an eminent Punjabi nationalist poet celebrated for her influential works and awards like the Padmashree.

NIDHAN SINGH, SANT (1882-1947), holy man popularly known as Hazur Sahibvale, was born the son of Bhai  Uttam Singh of the village of Nidalori in Hoshiarpur district of the Punjab. He received religious instruction at the hands of Sant Divan Singh, popular in the area for his holiness. He left his home at the age of 20 and enlisted in the 5th Probyn`s Horse, a cavalry regiment of the Indian army, atJharisi. But he resigned within a year and set out on pilgrimage to Takhl Sachkhand Sri Hazur Sahib, Nanded, where he took up his permanent abode and found his calling in work in Guru ka Larigar. 

Discover how the Radcliffe Award determined the Punjab boundary between India & Pakistan, pivotal in shaping history post British India era.

Discover the inspiring journey of Bhai Santokh Singh, a Ghadr leader dedicated to India's freedom, with his impactful role in the movement.

zobeir rahama

Explore Zobeir Rahama's pivotal role in Maharaja Duleep Singh's restoration campaign and his impact on international affairs despite his decline.

amrita shergil

Discover Amrita Sher-Gil, a pioneering modern Indian painter born in Budapest, renowned for her vibrant art and unique cultural heritage.

Explore the daring escape and valiant battles of Englishman Barlow from being a prisoner in Afghanistan to his roles in the Sikh Empire until 1845.

hyderabadi sikhs

Discover the impactful history of Deccan Khalsa Diwan, aiding displaced Sikhs during Indian Independence and nurturing education in Bombay.

GILLOT or Quilette, a Frenchman, who had served in the French navy before joining the Khalsa army in 1842. He was entrusted with the task of training artillery recruits. He secured his discharge after two years` stay in Lahore.

a portrait of prince duleep singh

Explore Jamiat Rai's dedicated service to Maharaja Duleep Singh, his journey from Gurdaspur to Bombay, and the rich history of 1885's unsung heroes.

Discover Lairdee's dramatic journey from serving the East India Company to fighting against the English in the First Anglo-Sikh War before his capture in 1846.

yadavindra singh

OFFER OF SIKH STATE RECALLED BY MAHARAJA YADAVINDER SINGH. It was raining heavily and my garden was enveloped in mist. .

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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.