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The Malyala Chiefs: The Sword-Arm of the Kakatiyas Overview: The Malyala dynasty (1076 – 1276 CE) was a formidable line of military commanders ( Senani ) and feudal lords. They were the premier "Sword-Arm" of the Kakatiya Empire, responsible for pivotal victories in Coastal Andhra and the management of strategic southern frontiers. Capitals: Sankisapura (Dornakal) and Vardhamanapura (Bhoothpur). Key Forts: Kondaparthi, Dharanikota, Budapuram. 1. Origins and Rise The dynasty rose during the Western Chalukya era with Danna Senani . They were initially "Lords of the Town of Malyala" before being granted larger territories. Following their success as king-makers and protectors, the family expanded into two strategic branches to manage the growing Kakatiya borders. 2. The Lineage of Rulers Danna Senani c. 1076 – 1120 CE The Dynastic Founder: Known as the "Lord of the town of Ma...

Karimnagar (Sabbi-nadu): The Unabridged Dynastic & Administrative Record 1. Asmaka Mahajanapada (c. 700 – 300 BCE) The Godavari Cradle — Kotilingala Karimnagar was the undisputed political and commercial nucleus of the Asmaka Mahajanapada . While Bodhan was the spiritual/royal seat, Kotilingala served as the primary river-port and mint, governed by a sophisticated oligarchy of merchant-warriors. The First Local Rulers: Gana-Mukhyas Governance was centered on the Nigama (Guild) system, where clan leaders managed the flow of goods along the Godavari: The River Lords: Based at Kotilingala , they controlled the "Dakshinapatha" (Southern Trade Route) where it crossed the Godavari. The Mint Masters: Karimnagar holds the earliest evidence of indigenous coinage in Telangana. These leaders managed the transition from barter to a monetized economy. The Fort-Keepers: They maintained the first mud-fortificat...

The Karimnagar Silver Filigree is a celebrated ancient art form from Karimnagar, India, renowned for its exquisite silver artifacts and ornaments crafted from fine, twisted silver wire. This delicate technique, known locally in Telugu as vendi teega pani (work done with silver wire), has a rich history spanning at least two centuries and received official recognition with a Geographical Indication (GI) status in 2007. Initially gaining popularity and patronage during the Nizam era, the craft is currently undergoing a revitalization, notably through the involvement of women artisans, which is helping to make these traditionally elite items more accessible to the common market. History and Evolution of the Craft The silver filigree tradition in the region is said to have been adopted about 200 years ago in the town of Elgandal, near present-day Karimnagar in Telangana. It later migrated to Karimnagar town in the early 20th century. Historical accounts credit a widely traveled professiona...