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Explore the legacy of Hari Singh Nalwa, the renowned general and 'Tiger Killer' of the Sikh Empire, and his pivotal role in shaping history.

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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.

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Discover the fascinating journey of Dr. John Martin Honigberger, a Transylvanian physician who served the Lahore court, renowned for his medical expertise and adventures.

Discover the prosperous reign of Raja Pahar Singh who aided the British in the Anglo-Sikh War, earning him rewards and recognition. Explore his impactful legacy.

BUDDH SINGH BAVA, an associate of Thakur Singh Sandhanvalia, who served as a link between him and his contacts in Punchh and Kashmir. He was the son of Faujdar Singh, a Khatri of Batala, in Gurdaspur district. He was first employed as a Sardar in Kashmir irregular force and served in that capacity for seventeen years. In 1880, he took service with Raja Moti Singh of Punchh and stayed with him for two years. Leaving his family at Kothi in Jammu, Buddh Singh then moved to Nepal where he was employed as a captain in Kali Bahadur regiment.

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Explore the intriguing reign of Jahangir, the fourth Mughal emperor, known for his love of art but controversial rule influenced by his Persian wife.

Discover the rich history of Partap Kaur, married to Karivar Sher Singh. Learn about her legacy, her adoption of Thakar Singh, and her influence in Punjab.

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CHALITARJOTlJOTI SAMAVANE KE: Rare insights on Sikh Gurus, dates & events post-Guru Gobind Singh. Explore heritage! Catalog No. 1579E, Amritsar.

Discover Jivan Singh Chhachhi's fearless leadership along the northwestern frontier. Learn about his role in Anglo-Sikh wars and service under Maharaja Ranjit Singh.

Explore Pharvahi, a village with a historical gurdwara dedicated to Guru Tegh Bahadur. Learn about Bhai Sobha Singh's legacy and the stunning Gurdwara Sahib.

CHANDA SINGH (d. 1930), better known as Chanda Singh Vakil or lawyer, was born at Kaliarivali, district Sirsa, in the present Haryana state, in a Sikh farming family of moderate means. He was the eldest of the three sons of Dial Singh. An attack of smallpox in his childhood had deprived him of his eyesight, but this did not deter him from carving his way in life. He passed his primary classes from the village school and went to Amritsar for his middle school course. He took his Matriculation at Government High School, Delhi. He was gifted with a phenomenal memory and excelled at studies.

Discover the inspiring life of Jivan Singh Karsevavale, disciple of Sant Gurmukh Singh, renowned for his dedication to the renovation of Sikh shrines.

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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.