nawab

Discover the story of Abdulla Khwaja, a pious jail keeper in Delhi who revered Guru Tegh Bahadur and later served Guru Gobind Singh in Anandpur as a physician.

diwan sucha nand

Explore the pivotal role of Suchchanand, a Khatri official, in the tragic execution of Guru Gobind Singh's sons in 1710. Uncover historical insights.

tiwana

AHMAD YAR KHAN TIWANA (d. 1829), second son of Khan Muhammad Khan, the Tiwana chief of Mittha Tiwana, in Shahpur district, measured swords with Sikhs more than once during Maharaja Ranjit Singh`s time. Ahmad Yar Khan revolted against his father and, having succeeded in attracting most of the tribe to his side, compelled him to surrender the chief ship to him. In 1817, Maharaja Ranjit Singh dispatched troops under the command of Misr Divan Chand against the Tiwana chief at Nurpur Tiwana. The fort was conquered and Ahmad Yar Khan ran away to Jhandavala, situated in the Mankera territory. 

Explore Sultanpur Lodhi, where Guru Nanak's legacy thrives amid gurdwaras and history. Visit the divine Gurdwara Ber Sahib for a spiritual journey.

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AKIL DAS, an eighteenth century head of the Handali sect of Jandiala in Amritsar district of the Punjab, also known as Haribhagat Niranjania, was an inveterate enemy of the Sikhs.

Explore the heroic life of Tharaj Singh, a Khalsa warrior who defended Amritsar and fought in the Battle of Sirhind, leaving a legacy of bravery.

anglo sikh wars

ANGLOSIKH RELATIONS need to be traced to the transformation of the British East India Company, a commercial organization, into a political power in India .

haqiqat rai

Discover Haqiqat Rai's inspiring story of faith and martyrdom in 18th century Punjab, beautifully versified by Aggra Singh. A true historical treasure.

nawab abd us samad

Discover Munshi Jot Prakash's eyewitness tales of Nawab Abd us Samad Khan's military expeditions in 1728. Explore the valor of Sikhs and historical battles.

Discover Bahadurgarh Fort, a historic marvel near Patiala, linked to Guru Tegh Bahadur and rich with cultural heritage and architectural beauty.

taruna dal

DAL KHALSA is the term used to describe the militia which came into being during the turbulent period of the second half of the eighteenth century and which became a formidable fighting force of the Sikhs in the northwestern part of India. The first Khalsa army formed and led by the creator of the Khalsa, Guru Gobind Singh (1666-1708), had broken up at the time of the evacuation of Anandpur in December 1705. Another force, at one time 40,000 strong, raised by Banda Singh Bahadur (1670-1716) was scattered after the caputre and execution of its leader.

daulat khan lodhi

Explore the life of Daulat Khan Lodhi, an Afghan noble & governor, known for his interactions with Guru Nanak and his role in Babar's invasion of India.

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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.