by Khalid Bin Umar | Jan 19, 2022 | Historical Narratives, People stories
It was the year 1682, Prince Azam Shah was busy fighting Marathas when he was ordered by the emperor to march out to Ahmednagar. He started out and overran Dharur (in Beed District) entering the territories of Sambhaji. He left his wife Jahan Zeb Banu behind (at...
by Khalid Bin Umar | Jan 16, 2022 | Audio/Videos, Historical Narratives, People stories
This is recording of an online twitter space with Heritage Buff, Khalid Bin Umar. It can be accessed on Spotify, Anchor or Google podcast of Tawarikh...
by Khalid Bin Umar | Nov 28, 2021 | Historical Narratives, People stories
Do you know Shivaji’s grandfather was a mureed of Shaikh Muhammad of Shrigonde. Shivaji’s father was named after a Sufi saint Shivaji respected and provided sustenance to Muslim Sufi Saints. How many Muslim soldiers & commanders worked for the Shivaji’s army...
by Khalid Bin Umar | Sep 12, 2021 | Food Stories, Historical Narratives, Tales of Taste
Afghan Royal Family: its tryst with Dehradun & Allahabad Basmati rice is famous the world over, but the most sought after variety of this fragrant rice is the one cultivaed at Dehradun. Basmati from areas around Dehradun is known for its sweetness, softness and...
by Khalid Bin Umar | Jun 8, 2021 | Historical Narratives, People stories
Maulana Ahmad Ali Saharanpuri – A pioneer ! Maulana Ahmad Ali Saharanpuri (1810-80) (1225-1297 Hijri) was a scholar from Saharanpur India whose contributions towards dissemination of Hadith literature in the subcontinent is immense and unforgettable. A student of Shah...
