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Discover the legacy of Manna Singh Majithia, a minor commander who served the Sukkarchakkia family, receiving a jagir in Jhelum and fighting under Maharaja Ranjit Singh.

Discover the heroic story of Mehar Singh Nirmala, a Sandhu Jatt, known for his courage in the 18th century. Learn about his role in the partition of Sirhind.

Dive into the legacy of MIT Singh Padhania, a key commander under Maharaja Ranjit Singh, known for his valiant role in notable battles and his lasting impact.

Explore the legacy of Mohar Singh, a key figure among cis Sutlej chiefs who expanded territories and forged alliances. Learn about his impact and more.

Explore the intriguing life of Narendra Singh Sandhanvalia, tied by heritage to Maharaja Duleep Singh, and his historical journey from Pondicherry to Meerut.

Uncover the legacy of Atar Singh Majithia, a key figure in Punjab's history as a governor of Rawalpindi and an estate holder. Explore his intriguing life!

BACHITTAR SINGH MALVAI (d. 1840), eldest son of Dhanna Singh Malvai, joined the army of Ranjit Singh about 1827, and served first at Bahawalpur. When Peshawar was occupied by the Sikhs in 1834, Bachittar Singh was sent to Shabqadar, where a new cantonment had been laid out and a fort built by Chatar Singh Atarivala. He was still there when, in April 1837, the Afghan army attacked the post and the fort of Jamrud. In January 1839, Bachittar Singh accompanied the Sikh forces escorting Shahzada Taimur, son of Shah Shuja, to Peshawar. He died in 1840.

DAL SINGH (d. 1845), son of Santokh Singh, a follower of Kanhaiya misi under Jai Singh, and of village Talvandi in Gurdaspur district, fought in most of Maharaja Ranjit Singh`s campaigns. He inherited Talvandi and some neighbouring villages. Dal Singh was killed in the first AngloSikh war in 1845 and his estates were resumed by the British.

Explore the legacy of Hukam Singh Malvai, a dedicated soldier of the Sikh empire who served the Lahore Darbar and achieved honor on the battlefield.

Discover the legacy of Colonel Jagat Singh Man, a notable figure in Maharaja Duleep Singh's cavalry, part of the esteemed Mughal Chakk family.

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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.