The Battle of Samugarh (May 1658) is considered the most decisive battle between Dara Shikoh and Aurangzeb. Fought near Agra, Aurangzeb’s superior generalship and Dara’s tactical errors resulted in a crushing defeat for Dara. This victory gave Aurangzeb immediate control ...
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Dashwant (or Daswanth) was a famous Hindu painter who flourished during the time of Emperor Akbar. Recognized for his extraordinary talent, he was among the leading artists who contributed to early Mughal masterpieces, including the massive illustration work on the ...
The Battle of Dharmat (April 1658) was fought between the forces of Prince Aurangzeb and the royal army, which was nominally commanded by Prince Dara Shikoh‘s general, Raja Jaswant Singh. This battle marked the first major military victory for Aurangzeb ...
Patna was made the provincial capital by the Afghan ruler Sher Shah Suri. He recognized the strategic importance of the site, which stood at the junction of several major rivers. Sher Shah renovated and fortified the city in 1541, renaming ...
Gulbadan Begum (1523–1603), the daughter of Babur and half-sister of Humayun, wrote historical accounts during the Mughal period. Her work, the ‘Humayunama’, provides a valuable and intimate perspective, particularly detailing the reign of Humayun and giving insights into the Mughal ...