peshawar

Explore the historical journal Akhbarat-i-Singhan, detailing Sikh-era events in Punjab, 1839-1847, based on official reports from General Avitabile.

Discover Jai Singh Atarivala's intriguing life as a soldier and diplomat under Maharaja Ranjit Singh, marked by alliances and plots in 19th century Punjab.

Explore the history of Shiromani Khalsa Diwan, a pivotal Sikh sociopolitical organization known for safeguarding Sikh interests in the Northwest Frontier Province.

Explore the adventurous and tumultuous life of Benoit Argoud, a quarrelsome Frenchman who joined Maharaja Ranjit Singh's infantry in 1836.

Explore the poetic saga of Hari Singh Nalva's last campaign against Afghans. A literary masterpiece shedding light on Punjabi courage and customs.

Explore the life of Sultan Muhammad Khan, Peshawar's governor in 1830. Discover his alliances, defection, and influence in the Sikh Wars.

Explore Azim Khan's legacy as Kashmir's governor, his battles with Maharaja Ranjit Singh, and his pivotal role in Afghan history. Discover more!

Discover Joga Singh's unwavering devotion to Guru Gobind Singh, his journey of humility, and the lesson of pride and redemption in Sikh history.

Explore Qadar Yar's poetic tribute to Hari Singh Nalva, a valorous Sikh general, capturing the epic battles and history of Peshawar in Punjabi literature.

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.

Discover the heroic tale of Kahn Singh Majithia, a Sikh general renowned for his role in the Anglo-Sikh wars and his legendary feats, including lion hunting with a sword.

Explore the inspiring life of Ujagar Singh, a martyr of Nankana Sahib, known for his devotion and courage in the face of adversity. Learn more about his journey.