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Explore the illustrious life of Ram Singh, a key figure in Sikh history, known for his service under Maharaja Ranjit Singh and significant military contributions.

Explore the legacy of General Gurdit Singh Majithia, a key figure in Sikh history who commanded troops for Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Learn more.

Explore the life of General Harsukh Rai, a key figure in Sikh history, from cavalry service to administration under the British in Punjab. Discover his legacy.

Explore the fascinating life of Prince Khusrau, son of Prince Salim, and his dramatic escape towards Punjab amidst a royal conflict.

Discover the legacy of Kishan Kanvar, Diwan of Lahore, famed for his leadership in Sikh wars and service to Prince Nau Nihal Singh. Learn more now.

Discover the tumultuous life of Lahina Singh Sandhanvalia, a key figure in 19th-century Punjab's power struggles, known for his resplendent presence and strategic shifts.

Discover the story of Mirza Beg, the Mughal official who admired Guru Gobind Singh and influenced Punjab's history. Learn about his role and legacy.

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Discover the grand oriental marriage of Nanaki & Prince Nau Nihal Singh, a significant historical event attended by British dignitaries in 1837.

NAURANGABAD, village 7 km southeast of Tarn Taran (31°27`N, 74°56`E) along the Tarn TaranGoindval road, came into prominence when during the 1840`s the Gurdwara established here by Baba Bir Singh (1768-1844), reputed for his sanctity, started attracting devotees and pilgrims in hundreds every day. During the crisis that followed the assassination of Maharaja Sher Singh on 15 September 1843, and the entrenchment in power of Hira Singh Dogra and his mentor, PanditJalla, Baba Bir Singh`s dera or seat at Naurarigabad, became a rallying point for protesting soldiers and political fugitives, including such persongaes as Prince Pashaura Singh, Prince Kashmira Singh and Sardar Atar Singh Sandharivalia.

Explore Maharaja Ripudaman Singh's legacy, his leadership in Indian reforms, and his complex relations with British rulers and neighboring states.

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

ALIM, a Muslim poet, enjoyed the patronage of Guru Gobind Singh. Formerly in the employ of Prince Mu\'azzam (later Emperor Bahadur Shah), he probably came to Guru Gobind Singh sometime during the period 1687-94 when the prince, having fallen from the favour of his father, Aurangzib, was under internment. Only a single stanza of Alam in Hindi, in Gurmukhi script, survives in which he celebrates the bounty of his master, Guru Gobind Singh.

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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.