The Eastern Chalukyas, also known as the Chalukyas of Vengi, played a pivotal role in shaping the political landscape and cultural identity of Telangana from the 7th to the 12th centuries CE. While their reign primarily centered in the Vengi region of present-day Andhra Pradesh, their influence extended significantly into Telangana, leaving a lasting impact … Read more

The Rashtrakuta Dynasty played a significant role in the history of Telangana, shaping its cultural, political, and religious landscape during their reign. Emerging as a powerful dynasty in the Deccan Plateau, the Rashtrakutas established their dominance over vast territories, including parts of Telangana, between the 8th and 10th centuries CE. Their rule is notable for … Read more

The Chalukya dynasty, a powerful force in southern and central India between the 6th and 12th centuries, comprised three related but distinct branches. The earliest, known as the Badami Chalukyas, established their capital at Vatapi (modern Badami in Karnataka) and rose to prominence under Pulakeshin II. Their influence extended across a vast territory, including significant … Read more

The Vakataka dynasty, which emerged as a prominent political power in ancient India between the 3rd and 5th centuries CE, played a significant role in shaping the cultural, political, and religious landscape of the Deccan region, including parts of present-day Telangana. While the Vakatakas are more prominently associated with Maharashtra, their influence extended to Telangana, … Read more

The Ikshvaku dynasty, a prominent power in the Krishna River valley during the 3rd and 4th centuries CE, left an indelible mark on the history of Telangana and the development of Buddhism in the region. Emerging from the remnants of the Satavahana Empire, the Ikshvakus established their capital at Vijayapuri (modern-day Nagarjunakonda) and fostered a … Read more

The Satavahana Dynasty (230 BCE – 220 CE), also known as the Andhras in ancient texts, played a pivotal role in shaping the history of Telangana and the Deccan region. This dynasty was renowned for its cultural contributions, administrative prowess, and trade developments, which laid the foundation for subsequent empires. Origin of the Satavahana Dynasty … Read more

The Indus Valley Civilization (IVC), a bronze-age marvel, flourished across northwestern India and Pakistan around 2600-1900 BCE. 1 While its core areas lay in the Indus river plains, its influence spread far and wide, reaching even the southern region of present-day Telangana. Though direct evidence of large-scale settlements comparable to Harappa or Mohenjo-daro is yet … Read more

Telangana, with its rich geographical and cultural heritage, holds a significant position in the prehistoric history of the Indian subcontinent. The region, owing to its varied topography and climatic conditions, has been a cradle for human habitation since the earliest times. This article delves into the prehistoric periods of Telangana: Paleolithic, Mesolithic, Neolithic, and Megalithic, … Read more