This statement is attributed to Emperor Jahangir. It reflects his growing political detachment and his immense, almost overwhelming, devotion to his wife, Nur Jahan. This candid quote acknowledges the significant de facto political power and administrative control that Nur Jahan ...
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The historian V. A. Smith called Akbar’s Gujarat campaign of 1573 a “historic rapid campaign.” Akbar personally led a small, fast force to quickly suppress a rebellion that had erupted shortly after his initial conquest of the region. He covered ...
Bairam Khan, Akbar’s powerful regent, fell from power in 1560 AD. His authority began to clash with Akbar’s desire for independent rule and the intrigues of the harem faction (Atka Khel). Following a brief rebellion, Akbar deposed him, marking the ...
Sher Shah Suri built the Grand Trunk Road, one of the oldest and longest highways in Asia. It connected Bengal to Kabul. He improved road quality, built sarais, planted trees and established postal services. His work strengthened trade, administration and ...
Tansen and Baiju Bawra were legendary musicians who flourished during Akbar’s reign. Akbar, a great patron of art and culture, included Tansen among his Navratnas. Their music enriched the Mughal court and helped establish Hindustani classical traditions. Akbar’s encouragement created ...