The Cambridge History of India, Vol. III: Turks and Afghans v3.c20.362

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During the prince's absence in the south an army of Mughuls invaded the kingdom of Delhi from the north-west, but was defeated, its two leaders being captured and brought to Tughluq's court. Almost immediately after this event the king received reports from Bengal which led him to form the resolution of invading that country in person for the purpose of restoring order and asserting the supremacy of Delhi, and he recalled his son from Telingāna to act as regent during his absence.