Firishta's History (Gulshan-i Ibrāhīmī) 75.1.1

75.1.1

The King's brother, the Prince Mahomed, is sent with an army to demand the Beejanuggur tribute. — The Prince proposes to the King's ministers in his camp to assist him in declaring his independence — they remonstrate, and are assassinated. — The Raja of Beejanuggur aids the Prince, who takes Moodkul, Rachore, Beejapoor, Sutdroog, and Sholapoor. — The Prince is defeated, and is compelled to accept of Rachore as an equivalent for the territory he has usurped. — The Concan invaded, and partially reduced. — Revolt in Berar, which is suppressed by Mullik-oot-Toojar with an army composed chiefly of foreign troops. — The foreigners are directed to take precedence of the Deccanies at court. — The Raja of Beejanuggur enlists Mahomedan soldiers in his army — makes war with the King of the Deccan. — Three severe actions fought. — Peace concluded. — Mullik-oot-Toojar proceeds to conquer the Concan — his army is destroyed, and he himself dies. — Animosity of the Deccany officers against the foreigners. — The King's indifference to public business — is afflicted with a painful disease — rumours of his death. — Insurrections in Berar and Tulingana. — Invasion by the King of Malwa. — Military arrangements for the defence of the kingdom. — The King dies — his character.