Dive into brief rule of Nawab Safdar Ali Khan of Arcot, his dealings with the Nizam, familial betrayals, and assassination by Murtaza Ali
Month: August 2025
Carnatic Politics 1734–1750: A Tumultuous Era of Intrigue and Conquest
Explore the Carnatic Politics 1734–1750 , marked by Chanda Sahib’s rise, Rani Minakshi’s fall, the Maratha invasion, Battle of Damalcherry
Religious Conflicts and Nawabi Rule: The Carnatic under Dost Ali Khan
Explore religious conflicts at Gingee Fort and moderate turbulent rule of Nawab Dost Ali Khan in the early 18th century Carnatic, marked by communal disputes
Administrative Organization of the Carnatic under Nawab Saadatullah Khan
Nawab Saadatullah Khan, a prominent figure in the early 18th-century Carnatic, played a pivotal role in organizing the administrative structure of the region. His reign was marked by strategic oversight of numerous forts and territories, as well as a complex succession that shaped the political landscape of Arcot. This blog post delves into the administrative […]
Nawab Sadatullah Khan and the English: Tensions Over Madras, 1711–1725
complex relations between the English East India Company and Nawab Sadatullah Khan in early 18th-century Madras, including disputes over the Five New Villages
The Fugitive Mughal Prince of Gingee: A Mughal Heir in Exile
Discover the forgotten story of a fugitive Mughal prince who escaped Agra with jewels and found refuge at Gingee Fort.
The Nizam’s Visit to the Carnatic
Discover story of Nizam-ul-Mulk Asaf Jah’s historic visit to the Carnatic during Nawab Sadatullah Khan’s rule. Learn how revenue disputes, political diplomacy,