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Immadi Pulakeshi II: The Lord of The South

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Immadi Pulakeshi, also known as Pulakeshin II, was a towering figure in Indian history. Reigning from 610 to 642 CE as the emperor of the Chalukya dynasty, he carved his name in the annals of time with his military prowess, cultural patronage, and unwavering defence of the South. A King Forged in Fire Hailing from Vatapi (present-day Badami in Karnataka), Immadi Pulakeshi ascended the throne at a crucial juncture. The Chalukya kingdom faced challenges from various quarters. He rose to the occasion, consolidating his power and establishing himself as a fearless leader. The Battle That Defined an Era Immadi Pulakeshi's defining moment came in his clash with the mighty Harshavardhana, the emperor of North India. Harshavardhana, ambitious and powerful, sought to expand his empire southward. The inevitable clash occurred on the banks of the Narmada River. Immadi Pulakeshi, with his strategic brilliance and valiant army, emerged victorious. This triumph earned him the illustrious title, ...

Nadaprabhu Kempe Gowda - Founder Of Bengaluru

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Kempe Gowda: 1510–1569 The Founder Of: Godly City Hub Of Headquarters Garden City First city in India to get Electrified Silicon Valley Of India Capital of Karnataka - “Bengaluru” Nada Prabhu Kempe Gowda: Kempe Gowda, a chieftain under the Vijayanagara Empire who acted as an independent ruler. Kempe Gowda visualised a city with Military Cantonment, Temples, Water Tanks, Fort markets and residential areas that provide employment to Tradesmen. He approached the Vijayanagara King for approval and laid the foundation for Bengaluru City in 1532. The planned city had Eight access gates, wide roads and the settlement Spread across present-day Avenue Road, Ulsoor, Yelhanka, KR Market and Malleswaram. Watchtowers were erected by him, he is also credited for building Basavangudi Bull Temple, Ulsoor Someshwara Temple and Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple all still standing Strong. The Mud Fort Now Called Bengaluru Fort in City Market, the mud fort was established ...

Rani Velu Nachiyar and Veeramangai Kuyili - A Suicide Mission

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Rani Velu Nachyiar  was Born in Ramanathapuram and was married to Muthuvaduganathaperiya Udaiyathevar. Who took training in handling different weapons in martial arts, silambam, horse riding and archery. She also had a good command of several languages.   Rani Velunachiar and The British. British with The Nawab of Arcot invaded Sivagangai in 1772, where Rani Velunachiyar’s husband was killed in Kaliyar Koil War with Colonel Smith. This war was ruthless where women and children were killed mercilessly. Following the death of her husband, Rani Velinachiyar took refuge under the protection of Palayakaarar Gopala Nayakar. During this time Hyder’s Kingdom was also facing a tough time from the British, and He joined hands with Rani Velu Nachiar. He even built a temple for her to worship and she was respected like Queen. Rani Velunachiyar built a powerful army to fight against the British with the support of Gopala Nayakar. In 1778 Rani Velunachyiar defeated the British in...