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Dauran, the Commander-in-Chief, was mortally wounded, and his brother, son and many other notables were among the slain. It is estimated that the Indians lost no less than 10,000 men, while the losses of the Persians were 2,500 killed and 500 wounded. Mohammed Shah had no alternative but to sue for peace. He therefore, decided to send Asif Jah to the Persian camp to negotiate peace-terms. Shortly afterwards the Emperor himself repaired to the Persian camp attended by his nobles. Nadir outwardly treated him with every mark of respect, but the Emperor henceforth was in reality a prisoner of war. Nadir pressing his advantage, marched towards Delhi on the 12th of March accompanied by the Emperor.
On entering the capital, Nadir took up his headquarters in the palace built by Shah Jahan. The day after his arrival (21st of March) the Khutba was read in his name. Towards the close of the day false rumours found circulation that Nadir was dead ; other reports were that he had been imprisoned by the Emperor. The Indians carried away by excitement fell upon the Persians, who were stationed in different parts of the
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