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Discover how the Radcliffe Award defined the boundary between Indian & Pakistani Punjab amidst the historic 1947 Partition, orchestrated by Sir Cyril Radcliffe.

Explore the intriguing history of Ratan Chand and Karam Chand's battle with the Sikhs in the early 1600s, a tale woven into the rich tapestry of Sikh history.

Explore the life of Faqir Shah Din, a trusted diplomat of the Sikh court who fostered ties with British agents and promoted trade in the 19th century.

Discover how the Singh Sabha Movement revitalized Sikhism in the 19th century, preserving its unique identity amidst Western influences.

Explore Thakar Singh Atartvala's role in Maharaja Ranjit Singh's expeditions. Legacy and history in Punjab's military history of the 1800s.

Explore Yahiya Khan's tumultuous reign as Lahore's governor, the Chhota Ghallughara, and the power struggle with his brother in 18th century Punjab.

Explore the remarkable life of Diwan Ajudhia Parshad, a pivotal figure in Sikh history as a soldier, administrator, and eyewitness chronicler of the Anglo Sikh war.

Discover how the Anglo-Sikh Treaty reshaped relations in 1809 as British fears of Napoleon prompted strategic ties with Ranjit Singh. Learn more today!

Discover the legacy of Attar Singh, a 19th-century scholar and nobleman from Punjab with expertise in languages and strong ties with the British.

Explore the influential life of Diwan Bhavani Das, who revolutionized finance under Maharaja Ranjit Singh, shaping the kingdom of Lahore's future.

BUR SINGH (d. 1892). son of Ruldu Ram, appointed to do menial jobs first as an attendant in the household of Maharaja Ranjit Singh`s wife, Rani Mahtab Kaur, and then as a water carrier in Kanvar Sher Singh`s, carried out some of the confidential errands he was assigned to with such great skill that he not only rose in rank but also hadjagirs in Mukerian, and houses at Batala and Lahore bestowed on him. For his assistance to the British on the occasion of General Pollock`s advance on Kabul, he received ajagir near Peshawar. His enemies took advantage of the murder in September 1843 of his master, Maharaja Sher Singh, to harm him.

Explore the heroic journey of Chhajju Mall, a key figure in Sikh history, known for his leadership in Amritsar and service to Sardar Jai Singh.