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- 05:19, 21 June 2025 Gora Singh and Badal Singh (hist | edit) [1,877 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Gora and Badal were two legendary Rajput warriors, identified as Gora Singh and Badal Singh, whose valor is commemorated in medieval Indian literature and folklore. They are prominently featured in works such as Padmavat (1540 CE) by Malik Muhammad Jayasi, the Gora Badal Padmini Chaupai (1589 CE), and later retellings of the siege of Chittor. They served under King Ratansen of Chittor (often identified with historical ruler Ratnasimha, also known as Rawal Ratan Singh in...") Tag: Visual edit
- 05:18, 21 June 2025 Bandhu Singh (hist | edit) [3,167 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Bandhu Singh (born 1 May 1833, died 12 August 1858) was a prominent freedom fighter and guerrilla leader from Dumari Riyasat, a Shrinet Rajput principality in present-day Uttar Pradesh. He played a significant role during the First War of Indian Independence in 1857, particularly in the Gorakhpur region. A devoted worshipper of Tarkulaha Devi, Bandhu Singh is remembered for his fierce resistance against British colonial rule. == Early Life == Bandhu Singh was born on 1...") Tag: Visual edit
- 05:16, 21 June 2025 Maharaja Hari Singh (hist | edit) [2,796 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Maharaja Hari Singh Bahadur''' (September 1895 – 26 April 1961) was the last ruling Maharaja of the princely state of '''Jammu and Kashmir''', belonging to the '''Dogra Rajput dynasty'''. His reign marked a critical phase in the history of the region, particularly during the time of India’s independence and partition. == Early Life and Background == Hari Singh was born in '''September 1895''' at '''Amar Mahal Palace''' in Jammu into the royal Dogra Rajput family....") Tag: Visual edit
- 05:14, 21 June 2025 Hare Krishna Singh Bhadauria (hist | edit) [2,683 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Hare Krishna Singh Bhadauria''' (born 1827) was a key figure in the Indian Rebellion of 1857 and served as a chief associate and military commander under '''Babu Veer Kunwar Singh''' in Bihar. Known for his expertise in guerrilla warfare and strategic leadership, he played a pivotal role in the resistance against British colonial rule in Eastern India. == Early Life and Background == Hare Krishna Singh was born in '''1827''' in '''Shahabad district''', located in pre...") Tag: Visual edit
- 05:12, 21 June 2025 Maharaja Bhakt Singh (hist | edit) [2,598 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Maharaja Bakht Singh Rathore was a notable 18th-century Rajput ruler of Marwar known for his military acumen, resistance to Maratha incursions, and efforts to preserve the sovereignty of his homeland during a period of intense political instability. == Early Military Career and Conflicts == Bakht Singh had a challenging and active military career, marked by internal family disputes and external threats. He was involved in armed conflicts against his own kin, including h...") Tag: Visual edit
- 05:10, 21 June 2025 Kushal Singh Rathore (hist | edit) [3,342 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Kushal Singh Champawat Rathore''' (d. 1864), also known as '''Khushal Singh Champawat''', was the Thakur of '''Auwa''', a prominent '''Thikana''' (feudal estate) in the princely state of '''Jodhpur'''. He is remembered for his pivotal role in the '''Indian Rebellion of 1857''', notably for defeating British-led forces in the '''Battles of Bithoda and Chelawas'''. == Role in the Indian Rebellion of 1857 == During the '''First War of Independence in 1857''', Kushal Sin...") Tag: Visual edit
- 03:18, 21 June 2025 Rise of Jats under Rajput Kings (hist | edit) [1,121 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The Rajput rulers were notably inclusive, incorporating other castes such as the Jats into their administration. This integration played a significant role in the rise and prosperity of the Jat community under Rajput patronage. == Dhaulpur Deswali Jat Royalty == The Dhaulpur family of Jat kings flourished under the guidance and support of various Rajput dynasties, primarily the Tomars. These Rajput chiefs granted the Dhaulpur Jats lands and titles as rewards for their l...") Tag: Visual edit
- 03:15, 21 June 2025 Ranakpur Jain Temple (hist | edit) [1,175 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Ranakpur Jain Temple''' is a renowned Jain temple located in Rajasthan, India, known for its exquisite architecture and historical significance. It was patronized by Maharana Kumbha, the ruler of Mewar. == History and Construction == The temple’s construction is well documented through a copper-plate record dated 1437 CE, inscriptions found within the temple, and a Sanskrit text called ''Soma-Saubhagya Kavya''. The temple’s inception was inspired by a dream of a...") Tag: Visual edit
- 03:13, 21 June 2025 Padma Shri Dr. Lalji Singh (hist | edit) [1,663 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Dr. Lalji Singh''' was a renowned Indian geneticist and molecular biologist, widely recognized as the pioneer of DNA fingerprinting technology in India. He hailed from Kalwari village in Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. == Early Life and Education == Born to a humble farmer family, Dr. Singh completed his MSc from Banaras Hindu University (BHU) and earned a PhD in cellular genetics. He was awarded honorary DSc degrees from six universities, including BHU. == Career...") Tag: Visual edit
- 03:11, 21 June 2025 Maharaja Pravir Chandra Bhanj Deo (hist | edit) [4,089 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Maharaja Pravir Chandra Bhanj Deo''' (25 June 1929 – 25 March 1966) was the last ruling king of Bastar, belonging to the Kakatiya dynasty, and a prominent tribal leader who actively fought for the rights of indigenous people in India. He is remembered for his deep connection with the tribal communities of Bastar and his efforts to protect their land, culture, and natural resources. == Early Life and Background == Pravir Chandra Bhanj Deo was born on 25 June 1929 in...") Tag: Visual edit
- 03:06, 21 June 2025 Marwar and the Uprising of 1857 (hist | edit) [3,395 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "During the Revolt of 1857, while several parts of India witnessed large-scale uprisings against British rule, the princely state of Marwar (Jodhpur) saw both loyalist and rebel factions emerge. Maharaja Takhat Singh of Jodhpur remained firmly pro-British during the uprising, providing assistance to the British government. == Jodhpur’s Role in the Revolt == Takhat Singh dispatched Jodhpur State troops to Ajmer to safeguard the British arsenal. Under the command of a Br...") Tag: Visual edit
- 03:00, 21 June 2025 Air Marshal Prithi Singh (hist | edit) [3,037 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Air Marshal Prithi Singh, PVSM, AVSM, VM & Bar, ADC, was a distinguished officer of the Indian Air Force, who served from 1953 to 1992, retiring as the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Air Command. He belonged to the Tanwar Rajput community, specifically from the Jatu khaap/subclan of village Bapora, in Bhiwani, Haryana. He was married to Shiv Kanwar Baisa, daughter of Lt. Colonel Rai Bahadur Thakur Devi Singhji, the last jagirdar of Thikana Chittora (Chaturbhujo...") Tag: Visual edit
- 02:56, 21 June 2025 Major Dhirendra Nath Kaushik (hist | edit) [2,048 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Major Dhirendra Nath Singh Kaushik''', recipient of the '''Vir Chakra''', was an officer of the '''3 Kumaon Regiment''' of the Indian Army. He belongs to the '''Kaushik Rajput''' community and is known for his bravery during the '''Indo-Pak war of 1965''', as well as for inspiring multiple generations of his family to serve in the armed forces. == Gallantry in the 1965 War == On '''18 September 1965''', during the Indo-Pakistani War, Major Dhirendra Nath Singh was co...") Tag: Visual edit
- 02:54, 21 June 2025 Sepoy Chatta Singh Kalchuri, VC (hist | edit) [1,292 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Sepoy Chatta Singh Kalchuri''' (1886–1961) was a recipient of the '''Victoria Cross''', the highest military decoration awarded for valour "in the face of the enemy" to members of the British Empire’s armed forces. == Early Life and Background == Chatta Singh was born in '''1886''' in '''Uttar Pradesh''', India. He belonged to the '''Kalchuri / Haihaivanshi Kshatriya''' community. == Military Service == He served as a '''Sepoy''' (infantry private) in the '''9th...") Tag: Visual edit
- 02:52, 21 June 2025 Rajput Gallantry Awards (hist | edit) [3,189 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The '''Rajput Gallantry Awards''' section highlights the extraordinary contributions and bravery of Rajput warriors who have been honoured with India’s prestigious military decorations, especially the '''Vir Chakra''', '''Maha Vir Chakra''', and even the '''Victoria Cross'''. These heroes hail from various Rajput clans across Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh and beyond, and their names remain etched in India’s military history for acts of unparalle...") Tag: Visual edit
- 02:43, 21 June 2025 Kshatriya Calendra (hist | edit) [3,850 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Kshatriya Calendar is a dedicated effort to document and celebrate the heroic legacy of Rajput warriors, saints, and revolutionaries. From birth anniversaries and martyrdom days to the dates of historic battles, temple reconstructions, and major uprisings, this calendar serves as a reminder of our sacrifices, victories, and contributions to dharma and the nation. == January == {| class="wikitable" !'''Date''' !'''Event''' !'''Type''' |- |1 January |Raja Jagat Singh (Nur...") Tag: Visual edit
- 09:50, 20 June 2025 Maharawal Vijay Singh of Dungarpur (hist | edit) [1,855 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Rai-Rayan Maharawal Shri Vijay Singhji Bahadur, Maharawal of Dungarpur, belonged to the Sisodiya clan of Rajputs, renowned throughout Rajputana for his qualities of head and heart. He was one of the youngest ruling princes of India to receive a liberal education. Maharawal Vijay Singh studied at Mayo College, Ajmer, where he showed great desire for general knowledge. == Administration and Progressive Rule == Despite Dungarpur’s secluded location and limited communicat...") Tag: Visual edit
- 09:47, 20 June 2025 Dr. Hari Singh Gaur (hist | edit) [5,087 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Dr. Hari Singh Gaur''' was a renowned educationist, jurist, social reformer, writer (poet and novelist), philanthropist, and patriot. He was born on November 26, 1870, in the Shani Chari Tauri ward of Sagar district (formerly part of the British Central Provinces, now Madhya Pradesh), Bundelkhand region. He belonged to the Kshatriya varna, Bharadwaj gotra, and Gaur lineage. His grandfather, Man Singh Gaur, participated in the Bundela rebellion and later took up farmi...") Tag: Visual edit
- 09:44, 20 June 2025 IPS Lakh Singh Bhati (hist | edit) [2,644 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Lakh Singh Bhati''' was born in 1920 in a Rajput family of village Loharki in the former Jaisalmer State. He completed his Metric education from Chopasni School in 1941 and was selected for Police Sub Inspector training at Moradabad, completing it in 1943. == Early Career == He initially served as Hakim in Jaisalmer State till 1950. During this time, he was commended by Jodhpur State and Sindh Police for eliminating two members of the Rahim Hingora gang wanted by the...") Tag: Visual edit
- 09:42, 20 June 2025 Captain Gurbachan Singh Salaria (hist | edit) [2,495 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Captain Gurbachan Singh Salaria''' was an Indian Army officer and the only United Nations Peacekeeper to be awarded the '''Param Vir Chakra (PVC)''', India’s highest military decoration for valor. He belonged to a Rajput family originally from village Jamuwal (now in Pakistan), though his family presently resides in Jangla near Dinangar. == Early Life and Background == Captain Salaria hailed from a Rajput family with roots in the Punjab region. Despite migration du...") Tag: Visual edit
- 09:40, 20 June 2025 Captain Sriram Singh Shekhawat (hist | edit) [2,029 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Sriram Singh is a former Indian middle-distance runner specializing in the 800 meters. He is best known for setting multiple Asian records and representing India at major international events, including the Olympics and Asian Games. == Early Career and Training == Sriram Singh joined the Rajputana Rifles in 1968, where he came under the guidance of coach Ilyas Babar, who encouraged him to shift his focus from the 400 meters to the 800 meters. == Major Achievements ==...") Tag: Visual edit
- 09:25, 20 June 2025 Major Puran Singh Rathore (hist | edit) [3,094 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Major Puran Singh Rathore, VrC (Posthumous) (d. 30 November 1965) was an Indian Army officer of the 13 Grenadiers regiment, known for his extraordinary bravery and sacrifice during the Indo-Pak War of 1965. He was posthumously awarded the Vir Chakra, India's third-highest wartime gallantry award. == Early Life and Background == Major Puran Singh was a Bika Rathore Rajput, hailing from the proud martial lineage of Rathores of Bikaner. Known for their service to the mothe...") Tag: Visual edit
- 09:20, 20 June 2025 Thakur Dayal Singh Raghuvanshi (hist | edit) [3,522 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Thakur Dayal Singh (d. May 1858) was a prominent Rajput rebel leader from Senapur village, Taluqa Dobhi, District Jaunpur, in present-day Uttar Pradesh, India. As the chief of the Raghuvanshi Rajput clan in the region, he played a significant role in the 1857 Indian Rebellion, leading an armed resistance against British colonial rule in eastern Uttar Pradesh and neighboring areas. == Background == Thakur Dayal Singh hailed from Senapur in the Dobhi taluqa of Jaunpur dis...") Tag: Visual edit
- 09:12, 20 June 2025 Lal Padmadhar Singh Baghel (hist | edit) [2,395 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Lal Padmadhar Singh Baghel (c. 1913 – 12 August 1942) was an Indian student revolutionary and freedom fighter from the princely Rewah State of Baghelkhand agency, now part of Madhya Pradesh. He is remembered for his martyrdom during the Quit India Movement, when he was shot while leading a student procession carrying the tricolor in Allahabad. == Early Life and Education == Lal Padmadhar Singh was born around 1913 in Kripalpur Garhi, a village in the Rewah State of...") Tag: Visual edit
- 09:09, 20 June 2025 Rajput State Forces to Modern Indian Army (hist | edit) [3,157 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "For over a thousand years, Rajput warriors have been at the forefront of India’s military history defending forts, leading cavalry charges, and shaping battlefield strategies. During the colonial and princely era, many Rajput-led states maintained their own disciplined armies, which were later integrated into the modern Indian Army after Independence. These forces formed the backbone of several prestigious regiments such as the Rajput Regiment, Dogra Regiment, Rajputan...") Tag: Visual edit
- 08:59, 20 June 2025 Princely States Contribution to the Indian Army (hist | edit) [4,748 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Early Officers and Integration == The first Indian officers recruited into the British Indian Army in 1905 predominantly hailed from aristocratic princely families. Notable early officers included Zorawar Singh of Bhavnagar, Wali-ud-din Khan of Paigah in Hyderabad, Kanwar Amar Singh IV of Kanota in Jaipur, and Aga Kassim Shah, nephew of the Aga Khan. Although princely states maintained internal autonomy, their military forces closely mirrored the organizational struct...") Tag: Visual edit
- 08:54, 20 June 2025 Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali (hist | edit) [2,272 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali (25 December 1891 – 1 October 1979) was born in Chandpurgarh, in the Garhwal region. He belonged to the Chauhan dynasty lineage. Despite coming from a modest family where his father Jalouth Singh Bhandari was an illiterate farmer, Chandra Singh taught himself to read and write. == Military Career == Chandra Singh joined the British Indian Army on 3 September 1914 at Lansdowne. During World War I, he served on the Western Front in France and...") Tag: Visual edit
- 08:48, 20 June 2025 Relations Between Mewar and Amer After the Battle of Haldighati (hist | edit) [2,393 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The popular belief that enmity existed between the royal houses of Mewar and Amer following the Battle of Haldighati (1576) is largely unfounded and oversimplified. Despite the fact that Raja Man Singh of Amer led the Mughal forces in that battle against Maharana Pratap of Mewar, relations between the two Rajput clans remained respectful and even cordial. == Post-Battle Alliances and Family Ties == One of the strongest testaments to their continued respect and kinship i...") Tag: Visual edit
- 08:43, 20 June 2025 Col Megh Singh (hist | edit) [3,910 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Col Megh Singh stands as a pioneering figure in the history of Indian Special Forces. His daring leadership and bold initiatives during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965 laid the foundation for what would eventually become the Para Special Forces of the Indian Army. == Background and Early Career == Before joining the Brigade of Guards, Megh Singh served with the Patiala State Forces. By 1965, he was serving as a staff officer at Headquarters Western Command in Shimla. Den...") Tag: Visual edit
- 08:37, 20 June 2025 Narratives by Maratha Brahmin on Rajput (hist | edit) [5,058 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The systematic marginalization of Rajput contributions in Indian historiography and public discourse has been shaped, in part, by a concentrated effort by elite caste groups particularly Marathi Brahmin intellectuals and Maratha power circles. This article examines how two dominant narratives, widely circulated in media, film, and academia, have misrepresented and minimized Rajput history while elevating the legacy of Marathi elites. It also outlines the socio-political...") Tag: Visual edit
- 06:19, 20 June 2025 Bundela Rebellion of 1842 (hist | edit) [4,286 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Bundela Rebellion (1842) was a significant early rebellion against British colonial authority in the central Indian region of Bundelkhand, predating the more widely known Indian Rebellion of 1857 by fifteen years. This uprising, primarily led by Rajput landlords and chieftains, was fueled by widespread discontent over British land revenue policies, dispossession of hereditary land rights, and the imposition of foreign law. It marked an important assertion of indigenous r...") Tag: Visual edit
- 06:17, 20 June 2025 Neemuchana Massacre (hist | edit) [3,892 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Neemuchana Massacre (14 May 1925) was a mass killing of Rajput farmers in Neemuchana village, Alwar princely state (present-day Rajasthan, India). It is considered one of the deadliest peasant massacres in Indian history after the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. According to official records, around 250 farmers were killed and more than 600 injured when the state forces opened machine-gun fire on unarmed protesters opposing increased land revenue and revocation of hereditary...") Tag: Visual edit
- 06:11, 20 June 2025 Major Deependra Singh Sengar (hist | edit) [4,267 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Major Deependra Singh Sengar was born in Sheikpur, a village located in Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh. He hails from the Sengar Rajput community, a prominent warrior clan in northern India. Not much is publicly documented about his early education, but he later graduated from the Indian Military Academy (IMA) and joined the elite Parachute Regiment (Special Forces) of the Indian Army. He later married the daughter of Fateh Singh Rathore, India's foremost tiger conserva...") Tag: Visual edit
- 05:21, 20 June 2025 Udaybhan Rathore (hist | edit) [4,288 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Udaybhan Singh Rathore was a Rajput military officer of the Bhinai Thikana (comprising 84 villages) in Ajmer, Rajasthan. He was a direct descendant of Rao Chandrasen Rathore, the last independent ruler of Marwar, who famously resisted Mughal emperor Akbar throughout his life without forming any alliance, unlike several other contemporary Rajput rulers. In recognition of their military services, the Bhinai family was granted the hereditary title of ''Raja'' by the Mahara...") Tag: Visual edit
- 05:08, 20 June 2025 Lohri: Folklore, Festival, and the Legacy of Dulla Bhatti (hist | edit) [3,750 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Lohri is a traditional Punjabi festival celebrated primarily in the northern regions of India, particularly in Punjab, on January 13 each year. The festival marks the end of winter, the harvest of the Rabi crop, and is observed with bonfires, songs, dance, and offerings of jaggery, sesame, and grains. Behind the festive rituals lies a folkloric and historical narrative, prominently associated with Rai Abdullah Khan Bhatti, popularly known as Dulla Bhatti, a 16th-century...") Tag: Visual edit
- 05:00, 20 June 2025 Rani Karnavati of Garhwal (hist | edit) [2,486 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Rani Karnavati (r. 1631–1640), popularly known as ''Nak-Kati Rani'' (the Nose-Cutting Queen), was the regent of the Garhwal Kingdom in present-day Uttarakhand, India. She assumed power following the death of her husband, Raja Mahipat Shah, who died in battle against Kumaon in 1631. She served as regent for her minor son Prithvipati Shah and is remembered for her administrative skill, military leadership, and cultural patronage. == Early Life and Background == Rani Kar...") Tag: Visual edit
- 04:50, 20 June 2025 Maharaja Hanwant Singh (hist | edit) [3,760 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Maharaja Hanwant Singh Ji of Marwar == Maharaja Hanwant Singh Ji (1923–1952) was the last ruling Maharaja of the princely state of Jodhpur (Marwar) before its integration into the Indian Union. Known for his deep connection with his people and charismatic leadership, he played a notable role in early post-independence Indian politics. == Political Ambitions and Conflict with Congress == In the lead-up to India’s first general elections in 1952, Hanwant Singh soug...") Tag: Visual edit
- 08:50, 19 June 2025 Bisht (hist | edit) [573 bytes] Sahastrajitsingh (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Bisht (derived from the Sanskrit term "Vashisht", literally meaning distinguished) was a title given to nobles in both Kumaon and Garhwal Kingdoms. The Bisht group in Kumaon includes the Thakur-Rajput lineages of Bora, Saun, Darmual, Gaira, Bisari, Kharku or Karki, Kathi, Khandi, Ulsi, Bhilaula, Chilwal, Dahil, Bhainsora, Chamyau, Bani, Dhani and Bagadwal clans belonging to three different gotras (Kashyap, Bharadwaj and Upamanyu) and two different Pravara. The majority...")
- 08:43, 19 June 2025 Rao Shekha (hist | edit) [2,774 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Rao Shekha (1433–1488) was a prominent Kachwaha Rajput ruler and the founder of the Shekhawat clan and the Shekhawati region in present-day Rajasthan, India. A descendant of the rulers of Amber, Rao Shekha established an independent principality with its capital at Amarsar, laying the foundations for a powerful Rajput federation in northeastern Rajputana. == Early Life == Rao Shekha was born in 1433 as the son of Rao Mokal, a Kachwaha Rajput ruler of Amber. He belonge...") Tag: Visual edit
- 08:36, 19 June 2025 Camels in Indian Warfare (hist | edit) [4,086 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Camels have played a significant role in Indian warfare and military logistics, particularly in the arid and semi-arid regions of Rajasthan and Gujarat. From ancient times through the medieval period to the modern era, camel-mounted units were deployed for combat, transport, and patrol duties. == Historical Use == Camels, known as ''Ushtra'' in Sanskrit (later ''Uttra'' in Prakrit and ''Unta'' in Apabhramsa), are referenced in Vedic texts and depicted in early Indian ar...") Tag: Visual edit
- 08:20, 19 June 2025 Gang Canal (hist | edit) [2,134 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Gang Canal is the oldest of the three major irrigation systems in the Sri Ganganagar district of Rajasthan, India. It was conceived and initiated by Maharaja Ganga Singh of Bikaner to combat severe famine conditions faced by the Bikaner state at the turn of the 20th century. == History == During the famine of 1899–1900, Maharaja Ganga Singh sought a long-term solution to recurring droughts and food shortages. In 1903, he enlisted the services of A. W. E. Standley, Chi...") Tag: Visual edit
- 08:18, 19 June 2025 Brigadier Raghubir Singh, MVC (hist | edit) [1,598 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Brigadier Raghubir Singh was an officer of the Indian Army who commanded the 18 Rajputana Rifles (Saurashtra) during the Indo-Pak War of 1965. He is noted for his leadership and bravery during the Battle of Asal Uttar. == Early Life and Background == Raghubir Singh belonged to the Rajawat Kachhwaha Rajput clan. He began his military career by joining the Hazari Guards of the Jaipur State Forces. Later, he served with the Swai Man Guards, which was subsequently renamed t...") Tag: Visual edit
- 08:16, 19 June 2025 General Zorawar Singh Kahluria (hist | edit) [2,225 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "General Zorawar Singh Kahluria was born in 1786 into a Rajput family from Kahlur (now Bilaspur), Himachal Pradesh. At age 16, he became a private servant to Rana Jaswant Singh of Ramnagar, where he learned riding, archery, and swordsmanship. == Rise to Prominence == He later joined as a sepoy under the Kiladar of Reasi, gaining recognition for his bravery and intelligence. His efforts to improve Raja Gulab Singh’s supply system earned him a promotion as inspector of c...") Tag: Visual edit
- 08:10, 19 June 2025 Major Abhey Singh Hada (hist | edit) [1,801 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Major Abhey Singh was an officer of the Poona Horse regiment, originally from a respected family in Palaita village, Kota, Rajasthan. Though retired, he volunteered to rejoin his regiment during the 1971 war against Pakistan. Commanded by Hanut Singh Rathore at the time, the regiment accepted his request, making his participation a unique example in Indian military history. He fought in the famous Battle of Basantar in the Sakargarh sector of Pakistan. == Early Military...") Tag: Visual edit
- 08:09, 19 June 2025 Lieutenant Bikram Singh Rathore (hist | edit) [1,745 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Lieutenant Bikram Singh Rathore was a brave officer from Sialba village, Punjab, who fought and died during the Indo-China War of 1962. He commanded 120 soldiers of Delta Company, 6 Kumaon Regiment, in the Battle of Walong, Arunachal Pradesh (then NEFA). == Battle of Namti Nullah == On 23 October 1962, Lt. Bikram Singh and his men successfully ambushed Chinese troops at a small hanging bridge over Namti Nullah. By removing planks from the bridge, they caused the first C...") Tag: Visual edit
- 08:08, 19 June 2025 Gobind Singh Rathore (hist | edit) [1,785 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Gobind Singh Rathore (7 December 1887 – 9 December 1942) was a soldier from Damoi village in Nagaur district, Rajasthan. He served in the British Indian Army during World War I and was awarded the Victoria Cross (VC) for his bravery. == Military Career and Valor == Gobind Singh joined the Jodhpur Lancers and later became a Lance-Daffadar in the 28th Light Cavalry. He was attached to the 2nd Lancers (Gardner’s Horse) during World War I and fought in France. On the n...") Tag: Visual edit
- 08:06, 19 June 2025 Lukhdeer Singh (hist | edit) [2,667 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Thakur Lukhdeer Singh of Bijawar was a Rajput chieftain who played a significant role in the political affairs of Alwar during the mid-19th century. == Background and Political Role == After the death of Maharao Raja Banni Singh of Alwar in August 1857, his twelve-year-old son Sheodan Singh succeeded the throne. During Sheodan Singh’s minority, the administration was controlled by Muslim Diwans from Delhi, who held considerable influence over the young ruler. Their ac...") Tag: Visual edit
- 08:03, 19 June 2025 Shaitan Singh Bhati (hist | edit) [2,343 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Major Shaitan Singh Bhati was born on 1 December 1924 in Banasar near Phalodi, Jodhpur. His father, Lt. Col. Hem Singh, served with the Jodhpur Lancers during World War I. After completing his schooling at Chopasani School and graduation from Jaswant College, Jodhpur, in 1947, Shaitan Singh began his military career by joining the Durga Horse of the former Jodhpur State as an officer cadet. He trained at the Officers Training School in Poona from August 1947 to July 1949...") Tag: Visual edit
- 08:01, 19 June 2025 Jhala Zalim Singh (hist | edit) [2,635 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Jhala Zalim Singh was a powerful statesman from Kota, Rajasthan, during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Although he never held the title of ruler, his influence in Kota and neighboring states often surpassed that of reigning monarchs. == Early Life == Zalim Singh was born in 1739, shortly after the death of his father. He was adopted by his uncle Himmat Singh, the commander of the Kota forces. After Himmat Singh’s death in 1758, Zalim Singh inherited his jagir...") Tag: Visual edit
- 07:56, 19 June 2025 Prithvi Vallabh (hist | edit) [984 bytes] Admin (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Prithvi-Vallabh was a royal title adopted by kings during the Rajput period (600 AD to 1200 AD), initially by the Rashtrakuta (Rathore) rulers of India and later by monarchs from succeeding dynasties. The title was first assumed by Dantidurga, an 8th-century ruler of the Deccan. == Meaning and Significance == The term ''Prithvi'' translates to "the earth", while ''Vallabha'' means either "head of household" or "lover". Hence, the title ''Prithvi-Vallabh'' can be loosely...") Tag: Visual edit