Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Sikh

Akal Takht Jathedar opposes demand for release of police officers convicted in extra judicial killings of Sikh youth

AMRITSAR: The Acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj, taking strict note of a news published today, has said that the Punjab Police Welfare Association's standing in favour of several police officers convicted by the CBI court for their role in fake encounters of Sikh youth after almost three decades and demanding their release and restoration of other facilities from the Governor of Punjab is unethical and unconstitutional.

NAPA Strongly Condemns Comparison of Arvind Kejriwal with Sikh Gurus

JALANDHAR: The North American Punjabi Association (NAPA) has expressed deep shock and condemnation over the recent remarks made by an Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) spokesperson who compared Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal with the revered Sikh Gurus.

Jathedar Gargajj extends greetings to Sikh community on occasion of First Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Granth Sahib

AMRITSAR: Acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj, today extended greetings to the entire Sikh community on the auspicious occasion of the First Parkash Purab (enshrinement day) of Sri Guru Granth Sahib. On this occasion, he also issued a special appeal addressed to the Sikh Sangat residing overseas and to the Gurdwara management committees abroad.

SGPC President, Jathedar Akal Takht and heads of Sikh organizations reached Assam to participate in the Nagar Kirtan.

AMRITSAR: In connection with the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji, Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee(SGPC) President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, Jathedar of Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib and Acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib reached Assam to start the historic Shaheedi Nagar Kirtan from Gurdwara Sahib Patshahi Nauvin Dhobri Sahib, the place where the feet of Guru Sahib were touched.

SAD leader writes to President over Sikh student barred from exam, demands national guidelines

TARN TARAN: Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) Vice President Ravinder Singh Brahmpura has written to President Droupadi Murmu, urging her intervention in a case where a Sikh student was allegedly barred from a judicial services examination in Rajasthan for wearing a 'kirpan'.

Families of 35 Sikhs Martyred in Chittisinghpura Still Await Justice: Jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj

AMRITSAR: Acting Jathedar of Akal Takht, Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj, participated in a Gurmat Samagam (religious congregation) organized by the Sikh community of Chittisinghpura village in Anantnag district of Kashmir valley.

Follow SC order and release Sikh Detenues languishing in jails for years, demands DSGMC President

NEW DELHI: Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee President Harmeet Singh Kalka today demanded release of Bandhi Sikhs (Sikh Detenues) languishing in different jails across the country for 30-35 years, even as they have completed their sentences since many years.

Akal Takht Jathedar strongly condemned the brutal hate attack on 70-year-old Sikh, Harpal Singh in USA

AMRITSAR: Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj, Acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib and Jathedar of Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib, strongly condemned the brutal hate attack on 70-year-old Sikh, Harpal Singh, in North Hollywood, California, USA.

Global Sikh Council proposes 11 suggestions to SGPC to observe martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji worldwide

AMRITSAR: The Global Sikh Council (GSC) has called upon the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) to spearhead a comprehensive globally impactful programs to observe the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji, the Ninth Nanak, revered as the "Protector of Humanity" (Dharm di Chadar). In a detailed letter to SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami, GSC President Dr. Kanwaljit Kaur has presented eleven key proposals designed to ensure the anniversary resonates internationally, amplifying Guru Sahib's timeless sacrifice for human rights, religious freedom and dignity.

Global Sikh Council proposes 11 suggestions to SGPC to observe martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji worldwide

AMRITSAR: The Global Sikh Council (GSC) has called upon the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) to spearhead a comprehensive globally impactful programs to observe the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji, the Ninth Nanak, revered as the "Protector of Humanity" (Dharm di Chadar). In a detailed letter to SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami, GSC President Dr. Kanwaljit Kaur has presented eleven key proposals designed to ensure the anniversary resonates internationally, amplifying Guru Sahib's timeless sacrifice for human rights, religious freedom and dignity.

Sikh clergy asks Punjab minister to repair roads as 'sewadar'

AMRITSAR: Five high priests, headed by Akal Takht officiating jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargaj, have pronounced religious punishment, also known as "tankhah", for Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains for "mistakes" and directed him to repair roads as a "sewadar".

Akal Takht Sahib Issues Strong Directives on Panthic Unity, Sikh Sentiment Violations, and Code of Conduct Breaches

AMRITSAR: In a significant gathering held today at the Secretariat of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, the Five Singh Sahibans deliberated on crucial matters concerning Sikh religious integrity, community unity, and recent violations of Sikh values by individuals and government entities.

SGPC takes notice of misinformation about Gurbani, Sikh history and Gurmat being spread through AI tools

AMRITSAR: Taking cognizance of the complaints received from the Sikh community, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee has sent an email to various AI platforms expressing its objections by taking notice of the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to provide incorrect information about Gurbani, Sikh history and Gurmat.

BJP-led Rajasthan Govt Upholds Respect for Sikh Faith and its Religious Practices

CHANDIGARH: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Punjab, wholeheartedly welcomes and thanks the BJP-led Rajasthan Government for reissuing the official notification allowing Sikh candidates to wear their religious articles of faith — including Kakaars such as Kirpan, Kara, and Pagri (Turban) — while appearing in all competitive examinations conducted in the state.

Raj Kundra shares how wearing a turban for 'Mehar' deepened his bond with Sikh tradition

MUMBAI: Businessman-actor Raj Kundra took to social media to share how wearing a turban for his debut film, “Mehar,” became a deeply meaningful experience.

Sukhbir Badal condemns denying entry to Gursikh girl in judicial examination center in Jaipur

AMRITSAR: It is deeply disturbing to learn that a baptised Sikh girl, Gurpreet Kaur from TarnTaran Sahib district, was today denied entry to the Rajasthan Judicial Services examination at Poornima University, Jaipur, for wearing her sacred articles of faith — “Kara” and “Kirpan”.

Stopping a Gursikh girl from appearing for the Rajasthan High Court Civil Judge recruitment is a violation of the Constitution: SGPC president

Guru Nanak Dev University Establishes Chair on Sikh Studies, Dr. Amarjit Singh Appointed as Director of the Chair

AMRITSAR: Under the visionary leadership of Vice-Chancellor Prof. Karamjeet Singh, Guru Nanak Dev University has marked a significant milestone in academic research by establishing the 'Chair on Sikh Studies' through a historic agreement with Jaspreet Singh, a prominent attorney and social worker from Sacramento, California. The university has officially set up the chair, with Dr. Amarjit Singh, former Director of the Centre on Studies in Sri Guru Granth Sahib of the University, appointed as its Director.

Reopen Kartarpur Sahib corridor immediately: Global Sikh Council urges PM Modi

CHANDIGARH: With tensions easing and a sustained ceasefire between India and Pakistan for over a month, the Global Sikh Council (GSC), a unified body of national Sikh organizations worldwide, has fervently appealed to the Government of India to immediately reopen the Kartarpur Sahib Corridor which has remained shut since May 7, 2025 following the Pahalgam attack and subsequent border unrest.

Akal Takht Jathedar Honoured by World Sikh Chamber of Commerce

AMRITSAR: A delegation from the World Sikh Chamber of Commerce (WSCC) held a special meeting with Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj, Officiating Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib and Jathedar of Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib, at the Secretariat of Sri Akal Takht Sahib.

Punjab Vidhan Sabha pays tribute to eminent Punjabi Sikh runner Fauja Singh

CHANDIGARH: On a motion moved by Punjab Parliamentary Affairs Minister Dr. Ravjot Singh, the Punjab Vidhan Sabha expressed deep sorrow over the death of eminent Punjabi Sikh runner Fauja Singh and paid tribute to him.

Akal Takht Jathedar and SGPC President Advocate expresses grief over the demise of Sikh runner Fauja Singh

AMRITSAR: Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargajj acting jathedar of Akal Takht and Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami have expressed deep sorrow over the demise of world famous Punjabi Sikh runner Fauja Singh.

Punjab Governor Meets Jathedar Gargajj; Key Concerns Raised regarding 350th Martyrdom Centenary of Ninth Sikh Guru

SRI ANANDPUR SAHIB: Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria today paid obeisance at Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib and Gurdwara Sri Sisganj Sahib in Sri Anandpur Sahib.

Rasikh Salam moves to Baroda from Jammu & Kashmir ahead of 2025/26 domestic season

NEW DELHI: Fast bowler Rasikh Salam will represent Baroda in the upcoming 2025/26 domestic cricket season after moving on from Jammu & Kashmir. Brigadier Anil Gupta, Member Administration of the Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA), confirmed that Rasikh has been given the NOC.

Global Sikh Council condemns Takht Patna Sahib’s religious overreach

CHANDIGARH: The Global Sikh Council (GSC), representing Sikh institutions worldwide, has strongly condemned the unilateral declaration by five Granthis of Takht Sri Harmandir Sahib, Patna Sahib, branding Sukhbir Singh Badal, president of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) as Tankhaiya (guilty of religious misconduct). The GSC has termed this calculated and instigated move a blatant violation of Sikh Maryada, a breach of Panthic protocol and an instigated and direct challenge to the authority and primacy of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, which is the only temporal seat empowered to adjudicate Panth-wide matters.

Surjasikha Das opens up about her fear of approaching Kajol on the sets of ‘Maa’

MUMBAI: Actress Surjasikha Das shared that she was initially scared to talk to Kajol while working on the sets of “Maa.”

Reforming Sikh Institutions: Panth at the Crossroads

The history of Sikh institutions and clergy spans only a few centuries, with the present structure developing in a relatively recent era. Unlike the past, where lines were clearly drawn – such as during the Misls period when factions battled, or the later agitation to free Gurdwaras from the control of mahants and masands – today's complexities offer no clear parallels. In those times, the community often looked to a discernible individual for direction, but now, a pervasive haze and mist obscure the path forward.

Not including important Sikh institutions in SGPC Committee is a conspiracy, says Harminjit Singh of Sri Guru Singh Sabha

AMRITSAR: In the formation of the 34-member committee regarding the service rules of Jathedar Sri Akal Takht Sahib, the organizations which were not included by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee smells a conspiracy to distance these organizations from the SGPC and Sri Akal Takht Sahib.

Jathedar Gargajj appealed to the Delhi Sangat to remain united and strengthen Sikh power and remain dedicated to Sri Akal Takht Sahib

AMRITSAR: Under the Sikh religious propaganda movement 'Khuar Hoye Sab Milenge' running under the umbrella of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Delhi's Singh Sabhas held various Gurmat Samagams for two days in the city, in which the acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib and the Jathedar of Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargajj participated.

Reflects Taliban mindset: Sikh leaders slam pro-Khalistan protest ahead of PM Modi's G7 Summit visit

NEW DELHI: In response to pro-Khalistan protests in Canada, where demonstrators, including children, took to the streets to express their discontent with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's attendance at the G7 Summit, several prominent Sikh leaders from India have strongly condemned these actions, labeling them as reflective of a Taliban mindset.

SGPC President strongly condemns Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar for throwing slippers on Sikh's turban

AMRITSAR: Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami has strongly condemned the incident of Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar throwing a slipper on a Sikh's turban in Kolkata.

SGPC organizes function on the occasion of the foundation day of Sri Akal Takht Sahib highest seat of Sikh religion

AMRITSAR: The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee celebrated the foundation day of Sri Akal Takht Sahib highest seat of sikh religion with great enthusiasm and respect today.

Police must take swift and strict action in cases of assault on Sikh elder and youth at Rampura Phul and Sri Muktsar Sahib: Jathedar Kuldip Singh Gargajj

AMRITSAR: Taking serious note of two separate incidents—one involving the assault of an elderly hardworking Sikh at Rampura Phul in Bathinda district and the other concerning the beating of a Sikh youth by some miscreants in Sri Muktsar Sahib—the officiating Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj, has directed the Punjab Police to take immediate and strict legal action against those responsible in both cases.

Bhagwant Mann's Remarks Against SGPC an Insult to Sikh Sentiments: Advocate Dhami

AMRITSAR :  Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami on Saturday strongly condemned Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s recent remark referring to the SGPC as the "Shiromani Golak Parbandhak Committee". Dhami termed the statement as deeply offensive, factually baseless, and a deliberate attempt to insult the apex Sikh religious body.

Statue of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Defaced in Phillaur; Harbhajan Suman Urges Sikh Leadership to Condemn Pannu's Remarks

PHAGWARA: The defacement of a statue of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in Phillaur has sparked sharp condemnation from members of the Scheduled Caste (SC) community, with Harbhajan Suman, President of Ambedkar Sena Moolnivasi, issuing a strong public statement calling for unity and accountability.

AAP Government’s ‘Sikhya Model’ Has Collapsed the Education System in Punjab: Balbir Singh Sidhu

CHANDIGARH: Senior Congress leader and former Health Minister of Punjab, Balbir Singh Sidhu, launched a sharp attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, accusing it of “hollow governance and failed promises in the education sector.”

Jathedar Jagdish Singh Jhinda elected president of Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee with a majority votes

KURUKSHETRA: Jathedar Jagdish Singh Jhinda has been elected as the head of the Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee with a majority vote. 48 members participated in the Haryana Committee elections held at the historic Gurdwara Sahib Patshahi Chhevi under the supervision of Protem Chairman Joga Singh, while Bibi Jasbir Kaur Masana did not participate in the election process.

Five Sikh high priests of Sri Akal Takht Sahib deliberated on long-pending issue related to Takht Sri Patna Sahib

AMRITSAR: In an official statement issued by the Secretariat of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, it has been said that during a meeting held yesterday at Sri Akal Takht Sahib, the Five Singh Sahiban discussed and acted upon the long-pending matter related to Takht Sri Harmandar Ji, Patna Sahib. The decision taken is not a new matter, but rather action has been taken based on issues that have been pending for a long time, as per the records of the Secretariat.

The need of the hour is for every Sikh to keep weapons with him, which is the order of our Guru: Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj

AMRITSAR: Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, Jathedar of Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib and Acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib said that today the need of the hour is for every Sikh to keep weapons with him, which is the order of our Guru.

Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami reached Poonch to meet the families of four Sikhs killed in the attack

AMRITSAR: Amid the tense situation in India and Pakistan, Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami reached Poonch today to meet the families of four Sikhs killed in the attacks in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir recently and gave cheques of financial assistance of Rs 5 lakh each to the families.

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Ardas Samagam organized by SGPC for release of Sikh detainees

AMRITSAR: After the bhog of Sri Akhand Path Sahib at Gurdwara Sri Manji Sahib Diwan Hall, prayers were offered by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee for the release of Sikh prisoners detained in various jails of the country for the last three decades.

Indian Consulate condemns Connecticut statement on 'Sikh Independence' as promoting hatred

NEW YORK: The Indian Consulate General in New York has condemned a statement by the Connecticut State General Assembly purporting to show support for what it called the "Declaration of Sikh Independence".

Govt should immediately release Sikh detainees facing life sentences - Advocate Dhami

AMRITSAR: After the bhog of Sri Akhand Path Sahib at Gurdwara Sri Manji Sahib Diwan Hall, prayers were offered by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee for the release of Sikh prisoners detained in various jails of the country for the last three decades.

Modi should also hold meetings with struggling farmers similar as elite Sikhs: Rajwinder Kaur Raju

CHANDIGARH: Scoffing at the unusual meetings being hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence for the past few months with prominent religious, political and social Sikh figures including former bureaucrats and prominent Sikhs from across the country and abroad, Mahila Kisan Union President Bibi Rajwinder Kaur Raju said the PM Modi, who has been in power for a decade, had not held a single such direct meeting or discussion with the struggling farmers of the nation for their betterment, as a result, there was great anger and resentment among the toiling community and farm workers.

Shiv Sena Bal Thakrey holds anti-Khalistan protest in Patiala, clashed with Sikh groups

CHANDIGARH: Without any provocation from Sikhs, the members of Shiv Sena Bal Thakrey today held an anti-khalistan protest in Patiala which led to clash with the Sikh groups who opposed Shiv Sena's action.

PM to host Sikh delegation on Friday evening

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be hosting a Sikh delegation on Friday evening.

"SGPC should give a representation to foreign-based Sikhs for spread of Sikhism"

AMRITSAR: Shiromani Gurdwarwa Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) should give a representation to foreign-based Sikhs given its shrinking jurisdiction and spread of Sikhism.

Akal Takht Jathedar convened meeting of various Panthic Sikh organizations on May 3

AMRITSAR: Giani Harpreet Singh, Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib hads convened a meeting of various Sikh organizations to discuss on the issue of printing of Saroop with additional additions to the Holy Gurbani of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. May 3 at Akal Takht.

Jathedar Sri Akal Takht Sahib stressed, center should fulfill every promise made to the Sikhs

AMRITSAR: Giani Harpreet Singh, Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib said that the purpose of martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib was to give everyone the right to worship their deity. Is being suppressed. Sikh issues are not being resolved.

Whole country is indebted to Sikh gurus: Amit Shah

NEW DELHI:The whole country is indebted to the great Sikh Gurus, said Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday, adding that he feels blessed by attending the 400th Prakash Utsav of Guru Tegh Bahadur.

SGPC takes strong notice of disappearance of first Sikh cop in Pakistan

AMRITSAR: Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, president of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), has termed the harassment of minority Sikhs in Pakistan as unfortunate.

Arrangements have been completed to celebrate the 400 birth anniversary of 9th Guru of Sikhs Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur

AMRITSAR: All arrangements have been completed to celebrate the 400 birth anniversary of 9th Guru of Sikhs Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur

Our main objective was to liberate Sikh institutions from the Badal family: Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa

AMRITSAR: The meeting of Shiromani Akali Dal(Dhindsa) was held under the presidentship of Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa at Chandigarh to discuss the present political situation in Punjab and to strengthen the SAD (United ).

SGPC executive meeting on April 26 to discuss about Siropa to Patit Sikhs

AMRITSAR: The executive Committee of Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee will be held at Teja Singh Samundari Hall here on April 26.

Anita Lerche releases her first Sikh Devotional Hymn “Simran”

INDIANAPOLIS: Internationally renowned singer and composer, Anita Lerche, celebrated and recreated the time-honored Sikh devotional tradition of rhythmic chanting of sacred words during worship in her new SIMRAN release. The mesmerizing and beautiful SIMRAN was created by Anita Lerche and her accomplished team from Punjab and the US. Speaking of and thrilled by her exciting devotional music project, Lerche joyfully expressed a prayerful hope:

IPL 2022: CSK's Deepak Chahar ruled out due to back injury, Harshit replaces Rasikh at KKR

MUMBAI: In a massive blow for defending champions Chennai Super Kings, their fast bowler Deepak Chahar on Friday was ruled out of the IPL 2022 due to a back injury.

SGPC President strongly condemned the attack on two Sikhs in the United States

AMRITSAR: Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, president of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), has strongly condemned the attack on two Sikhs in the United States.

NY Police arrest two in alleged attacks on Sikhs

NEW YORK; The New York Police have arrested two men in connection with two separate attacks on Sikhs in the city amid rising fears in the community in an area with a prominent gurdwara.

A 705 Sikh pilgrims jatha left for Gurdwara Panja Sahib Pakistan to celebrate baisakhi

AMRITSAR: The jatha of 705 Sikh pilgrims left for Pakistan to attend the main function to be held at Gurdwara Sri Panja Sahib on the occasion of Khalsa Creation Day Vaisakhi.

Pictures of seven personalities including martyrs of Behbal Kalan adorned in Central Sikh Museum

AMRITSAR: Phitograps of seven personalities were displayed today at the Central Sikh Museum at Sachkhand Sri Harmandir Sahib Sri Darbar Sahib. Committee member Jathedar Harbans Singh Ghuman, who contributed in the carving of Sachkhand Sri Harmandir Sahib. Sohan Singh, Sant Prithipal Singh Syed, Engg: Dr. Jaswant Singh Gill, Brigadier Pritam Singh.

SGPC President condemns racist attack on elderly Sikhs in US

AMRITSAR: Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, president of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), has expressed grave concern over the racially motivated attacks on Sikhs in the United States and called on the Gurdwara Committees and Sikh leaders to speak out against the practice.

SGPC demands action against policeman not allowing baptised Sikh to enter metro in Delhi

AMRITSAR: The incident of stopping an Amritdhari Gursikh youth from entering a metro station at Amritsar-Delhi with a kirpan is a violation of the Constitution of the country and the perpetrators should be severely punished.

Sant Samaj Stressing on the need to ban the emigration of Sikh youth from Punjab, he appealed to the Sikhs living abroad to invest in Punjab: Baba Harnam Singh

AMRITSAR: Baba Harnam Singh head of Damdami Taksal president of Sant Samaj Stressing on the need to ban the emigration of Sikh youth from Punjab, he appealed to the Sikhs living abroad to invest in Punjab.

Government should take care of the religious sentiments of all religions including Sikhs

AMRITSAR: The Indian government has withdrawn an order barring Sikh workers from carrying out their duties with kirpans at the country's airports.

SGPC President congratulate Sikh Sangat On New Year Nanakshahi Sammat 554

AMRITSAR: Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, President of Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee, congratulated the Sikh Sangat on the occasion of Nanakshahi Sammat 554 and encouraged them to live according to Gurbani.

Sikh high priests release the calendar of Nanakshahi Sammat 554

AMRITSAR: The calendar of Nanakshahi Sammat 554 (Year 2022-23) was released today by Panj Singh Sahiban. Giani Harpreet Singh, Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Raghbir Singh, Jathedar of Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib, Giani Malkit Singh, Head Granthi of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Sri Akal Takht Sahib.

Defeat of Shiromani Akali Dal in the elections is a big challenge for the Sikh community: Jathedar Akal Takht

AMRITSAR: Giani Harpreet Singh Jathedar Akal Takht highest seat of Sikh religion said that the defeat of Shiromani Akali Dal in the elections is a big challenge for the Sikh community. He said that all the groups of Akali Dal unite and unite on Akal Takht Sahib.

Advocate Dhami takes stern notice to stop Sikh employees from wearing Sri Sahib at Indian airports

AMRITSAR: Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, president of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), has taken stern notice of the ban on the use of kirpans by Amritdhari Sikh workers at airports in India.

Barrier to release of Davinderpal Singh Bhullar reveals Kejriwal government's anti-Sikh mentality: Advocate Dhami

AMRITSAR: Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami Criticizing the Kejriwal government in Delhi for obstructing the release of Davinderpal Singh Bhullar said the anti-Sikh face of the Aam Aadmi Party has now been exposed over the Bhullar case.

Raising the issue of banned Hindi book 'Sikh Itihas' again and again is a mischievous act: SGPC

AMRITSAR: The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has warned the sangat that some anti-Sikh forces are trying to discredit the SGPC, the leading religious body of Sikhs, of which the Sikh Panth needs to be aware.

Wearing turban is constitutional right of Sikhs, Karnataka Minister assures Sukhminderpal Grewal

PHAGWARA: BJP National Leader Sukhminderpal Singh Grewal has welcomed the assurance and statement of Primary and Secondary Education Minister of Karnataka BC Nagesh who has clarified the controversial issue of turban wearing Sikh students in schools/colleges and openly said that wearing the turban is the constitutional right for the Sikh community and the high court’s interim order is only applicable to the wearing of hijab, saffron
stole and religious flags only.

Advocate Dhami strongly condemns non-admission of Sikh boy to school in Karnataka

AMRITSAR: Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, president of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), has termed the denial of admission to a six-year-old Sikh boy by a school in Mangalore, Karnataka, as an attack on the religious freedom of Sikhs. 

Sikh boy denied admission to Karnataka school over turban?

BENGALURU:Close on the heels of a reputed college at Bengaluru asking a Sikh girl student to remove her turban in wake of hijab row, a private school in Karnataka's Mangaluru has allegedly denied admission to a 6-year-old Sikh boy for wearing a turban.

SGPC has strongly objected to a college in Bangalore, Karnataka, asking an Amritdhari Gursikh girl to take off her turban

AMRITSAR: Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, president of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), has strongly objected to a college in Bangalore, Karnataka, asking an Amritdhari Gursikh girl to take off her turban and come to the college.

I&B Ministry orders blocking of apps, website, social media accounts linked to Sikhs For Justice

NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Tuesday ordered the blocking of apps, website and social media accounts linked to the banned organisation, Sikhs For Justice (SFJ).

SGPC president strongly condemns gangrape and murder of Sikh girl in Hyderabad, Telangana

AMRITSAR: Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, president of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee*SGPC) has strongly condemned the gangrape and murder of a minor girl in Hyderabad, Telangana.

PM meets Afghan Sikh-Hindu delegation

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met the members of the Sikh-Hindu delegation from Afghanistan who came to thank him for their safe evacuation from the war-torn nation along with the Guru Granth Sahib Swaroop.

Sikh bizman Sandeep Chahal named to Contra Costa Transportation Authority

JALANDHAR: Prominent Sikh Businessman in California Sandeep Singh Chahal has been named to a Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) for a four-year term through February 8,2026.

Home Minister Amit Shah's meeting with the Jathedar was a significant step towards strengthening community spirit with the Sikh community.

AMRITSAR : Amit Shah met Jathedar Sri Akal Takhat Sahib Giani Harpreet Singh in a closed room at the Secretariat Sri Akal Takhat for about 50 minutes. BJP National Spokesperson Tarun Chugh, Manjinder Sirsa and Union Minister Hardeep Puri were also present in the meeting.

It's a battle among Sikhs to choose 'Sardar' of Punjab

CHANDIGARH: It's the battle among Sikhs to choose the 'Sardar' of Punjab, the state with a debt burden of at least Rs 2.82 lakh crore at the end of the current government's tenure.

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Former Punjab DGP Mohammed Izhar Alam who created 'Alam Sena' to kill Sikh youth died of cardiac arrest

CHANDIGARH: Former Punab DGP Mohammed Izhar Alam who created 'Alam Sena' during militacy period to kill Sikh youth died of cardiac arrest today.

SGPC honours Bilawal Singh, a young Sikh enlisted in the Indian Army

AMRITSAR: Sikh youth enlisted in the Indian Army Bilawal Singh Sandhu along with his family paid obeisance at Sri Harmandir Sahib and thanked Guru Sahib.

Bibi Jagir Kaur strongly condemned the attack on Sikhs in Afghanistan

AMRITSAR: Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) President Bibi Jagir Kaur has condemned the grenade attack targeting the minority Sikh community in Jalalabad, Afghanistan and called on the Government of India to negotiate with the Government of Afghanistan and take the lives of Sikhs there. . - Ensure the safety of goods.

Head of Damdami Taksal, stressed on the need to unite and work for the solution of the issues facing the Sikh community

AMRITSAR:Bhai Jasveer Singh Khalsa, former Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht, said that the great status of the Sikh community is honorable to us but the indifference of some of the incumbents to national duties is hampering the progress of the community.

Kidnappers of Sikh girls in the valley should be severely punished: Kochhar

AMRITSAR:Panthak Seva Dal General Secretary Kartar Singh Kochhar today strongly condemned the abduction of Sikh girls in Kashmir and demanded from Union Home Minister Amit Shah to search for the abductors. Punish and hand over the abducted girls to their heirs as well as ensure the safety of the Sikhs.
In a statement issued here, . Kochhar said that in Sikhism, keeping in view the ideology of Guru Nanak Dev, no one is allowed to harbor animosity and Sikhs have always helped the victims of natural calamities.

Sikhs seek action against conversion of 2 girls in Kashmir

LUCKNOW:Sikh organizations in the Uttar Pradesh capital have condemned alleged religious conversion of two Sikh girls in Jammu and Kashmir and demanded action against those responsible.

Baba Harnsm Singh Khalsa has took strong notice of the attempt to kidnap two Sikh girls in Kashmir

AMRITSAR:Head of Damdami Taksal chief Baba Harnsm Singh Khalsa has took strong notice of the attempt to kidnap two Sikh girls in Kashmir Valley and convert them to Islam and marry them, saying that Kashmir is now completely under the control of the Indian government, which is tragic for the Sikh community. Why are events happening?

Damdami Taksal took a strong notice the attempt to kidnap two Sikh girls in Kashmir Valley

AMRITSAR:The head of Damdami Baba Harnam Singh Khalsa took strong notice of the attempt to kidnap two Sikh girls in Kashmir Valley and convert them to Islam and marry them, saying that Kashmir is now completely under the control of the Indian government, which is tragic for the Sikh community. Why are events happening?

Sikh Federation has asked the union government to unconditionally invite the farmers for dialogue

AMRITSAR: Sarchand Singh leader of Sikh Federation has asked the union government to unconditionally invite the farmers for dialogue .Sarchand Singh while addressing the gathering after the bhog of sehaj paths for success of farmers struggle at Manawala 10 kilometres from here on Sunday.

Haryana CM working for release of youth arrested in Australia for attacking Sikhs

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Sunday said efforts were on for the release of Karnal youth Vishal Jude, who is lodged in an Australian jail. He was arrested for murderous attacks on Sikhs.

Bibi Jagir Kaur releases new edition of 1984 book on 'Massacre of Sikhs'

AMRITSAR: The new edition of the book 'Massacre of Sikhs' on the details of the shameful massacre that took place across the country against the Sikhs in November 1984 was released by Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee(SGPC) President Bibi Jagir Kaur.Senior Vice President. Surjit Singh Bhitewad and Chief Secretary Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami were also present on occasion.

Sikhs should be included in decision-making meeting on Kashmir: Sarna

AMRITSAR: Shiromani Akali Dal Delhi President Paramjit Singh Sarna while welcoming the steps taken by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi to resolve the Kashmir issue said that there was a resentment among the Sikhs which The Prime Minister has held a meeting with the leaders of Kashmir to find out why the Sikhs have been overlooked when the Sikhs have more than 200 villages and the Sikhs contribute equally to all kinds of development of Kashmir.

Sikhs will never tolerate replica of Sachkhand Sri Harmandar Sahib: Bibi Jagir Kaur

Kejriwal's statement fuels speculations, Would Navjot Sidhu be AAP's Sikh face for post of CM ?

CHANDIGARH: The statement by Delhi Chief Minister and AAP Convener that a prominant Sikh will be CM face of Party has triggerred speculations that rebel Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu may be the CM candidate of AAP in Punjab.

SGPC demands immediate ban on 1984 Sikh genocide related web series 'Eclipse'

AMRITSAR: Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee President Bibi Jagir Kaur has demanded from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting of the Government of India that the web series 'Eclipse' based on the events of 1984 Sikh genocide be released on Disney + Hotstar platform on June 24. Stop immediately.

AAP's Punjab CM face will be from Sikh community, says Kejriwal

AMRITSARI: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Monday announced that the party will contest assembly elections on all seats in Punjab and a person from Sikh community would be the chief ministerial candidate, if the party comes to power.

Punjab CM mourns death of eminent Sikh scholar Dr. Jodh Singh

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Sunday condoled the sad demise of the noted Sikh scholar and Professor of Sikhism Dr. Jodh Singh (70), who passed away at his residence in Patiala this afternoon after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife, a son and a daughter in law.

Punjab Sports Minister mourns passing away of 'Flying Sikh' Padma Shri Milkha Singh

CHANDIGARH: Expressing a huge shock over the sad demise of legendary athlete Padma Shri Milkha Singh decorated as a Flying Sikh, Punjab Sports Minister Rana Gurmit Singh Sodhi, on Saturday, said that it is shocking to learn about the death of the greatest athlete of Asia.

Jagir Kaur strongly condemned the killing of two Sikh youths Gurbhej Singh and Gurkirtan Singh

AMRITSAR: The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) president Bibi Jagir Kaur strongly condemned the killing of two Sikh youths Gurbhej Singh and Gurkirtan Singh residents of Preet Nagar in Rudrapur city area of Uttarakhand state, who have been shot dead and demanded strict action against the culprits.

Ban on Jatha by Pakistan hurts Sikh sentiments: Bibi Jagir Kaur

AMRITSAR: A jatha of Sikh pilgrims visiting Gurdwara Sri Dehra Sahib Lahore on the occasion of Maharaja Ranjit Singh's death anniversary will not be able to visit Pakistan this time. The jatha was not allowed by the Pakistan government due to the Corona epidemic.

Sikhs join 100 leaders supporting Biden’s Climate agenda

WASHIGTON: 102 leaders from many religions joined to express their support for President Biden’s climate agenda. EcoSikh was represented by Dr. Rajwant Singh. He recited a hymn by Guru Nanak, the founder of the Sikh faith and shared the Sikh perspective on environment.

If Pakistan have any difficulty in repairing Sikh shrine, it should handover Sewa to SGPC: Jagir Kaur

AMRITSAR: The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) president Bibi Jagir Kaur has written a letter to the Pakistan government and urged to repair Gurdwara Nanaksar Sahib built in the memory of Sri Guru Nanak Dev situated in Chakk Fateh Bhinder village in Daska tehsil of Sialkot district.

Punjab CM Amrinder shielding Bargari culprits the way Cong protected leaders involved in 1984 anti-Sikh riots: Chugh

CHANDIGARH: BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh today warned Punjab chief Minister Amrinder Singh against making political capital out of the incidents of sacrilege of Shri Guru Granth Sahib.

Nearly Century Old Sikh History Research Centre at Khalsa College Gets New Head

AMRITSAR: The newly-preserved Sikh History Research Centre (SHRC), Khalsa College, Amritsar today got a new head as noted historian Dr. Joginder Singh was appointed as Professor of Eminence at the Centre.

Sikh nation can never forget June 1984 Ghallughara: Giani Harpreet Singh

AMRITSAR: The Sikh martyrs including Damdami Taksal 14th chief Sant Jarnail Singh Khalsa Bhindranwale, All India Sikh students Federation (AISSF) Bhai Amrik Singh, Baba Tthara Singh, General (RETD) Subeg Singh and others, who were killed during the blue star by the Congress government of India in June 1984 on Sri Akal Takht Sahib, were remembered during the annual ‘Shaheedi Samagam’ (Martyrdom Ceremony) held on June 6 at Sri Akal Takht Sahib here today.

Sikh jatha not given permission by Pak to visit on Martyrdom Day of Guru Arjan Dev: SGPC

AMRITSAR: Sikh devotees from India will not be able to visit Pakistan this year to observe the martyrdom day of Guru Arjan Dev ji since Pakistan government has not given permission due to Covid-19 restrictions.

Valtoha urged Jathedar of Akal Takht to declare Gandhi family and Giani Zail Singh enemies of Sikhs

AMRITSAR: ShiromanI Akali Dal (SAD) Senior leader and Former chief Parliamentary Secretary Virsa Singh Valtoha today urged Giani Harpreet Singh Jathedar of Akal Takht  to declare Gandhi family including Indira Ganghi, Sonia Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi and Giani Zail Singh former President as enemies of Sikh community for their role in third holocaust of June 1984 and Sikh Genocide in November 1984 on anniversary of Operation Blue Star on June 6.

United Sikhs in association with Karan Gilhotra Foundation dedicates Covid-19 center in Sector 43 Chandigarh

CHANDIGARH: United Sikhs and Karan Gilhotra Foundation dedicated a Mini COVID-19 Care Centre which gets operational today at the Sports Complex, Sector 43, Chandigarh. The Covid-19 Care Centre is inaugurated by V.P. Singh Badnore, (Governor) and Manoj Kumar Parida, IAS (Adviser to the Administrator) and our special guest Gurpreet Ghuggi.

SGPC condemns attack on Sikh youth in Rajasthan

AMRITSAR: BIbi Jagir kaur president Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) condemned brutal assault and desecration of ‘Kes’ (hair) of a Sikh youth in Rajasthan.

Sikh pilgrims jatha will leave for Pak on june 5

AMRITSAR: A jatha of sikh devotees led by Amarjit Singh and RamPal Singh members SGPC Will leave for Pakistan to observe shaheedi divas of 5th guru of Sikhs Sri Guru Arjan Dev which falls on june 6

Sikh charity to set up 100-bed Covid hospital in Chandigarh

CHANDIGARH: Sikh charity Sri Guru Granth Sahib Society will urgently set up a 100-bed Covid Care Centre with an oxygen facility at the PGI Hospital's Infosys Sarai, Chandigarh Adviser Manoj Parida said on Tuesday.

Ninth Sikh Guru Tegh Bahadur led a dharmic path

In Indian history, Guru Shri Tegh Bahadurs personality shines resplendent like a bright constellation. He was born in Amritsar to Guru Hargobindji and Nankiji on Krishna Panchami in the Baisakhi month. As per the Nanakshahi calendar, Guru Tegh Bahadurs 400th birth anniversary falls on May 1 this year.

At least 100 Sikh devotees returning from Pak test positive

National and interfaith leaders join for prayer at Sikh Satsang Gurdawra in Indiapolis

INDIANAPOLIS:Shock-waves continue to ripple through Hoosier Sikhs and our friends across the USA and the other communities in American and around the world, following the mass shooting on April 15 night at the FedEx facility in Indianapolis that claimed eight innocent lives and injured several others. We pray for the departed souls to be reunited through eternity with the Highest Spirit. We pray for the departed souls to be reunited with the Highest Spirit through eternity. We extend our deepest condolences and prayers for healing to the families of all victims.

Sikhs Welcome the Verdict in George Floyd's Killing; Support the call for Police Reform in America

WASHINGTON: Sikh community has welcomed the verdict of Derek Chauvin, a white police officer, being declared guilty of killing George Floyd, a black man. Chauvin kept Floyd’s neck under his knee for more than 9 minutes last year, killing George Floyd and sparking a national and global reckoning about race and police brutality in America.

U.S. Senator Todd Young to visit Gurdwara Sikh Satsang

INDIANAPOLIS: United States Senator U.S. Senator Todd Young of Republican Party will visit the Gurdwara Sikh Satsang, Acton, on April 18 (Sunday) to express his support and solidarity to the grieving Hoosier Sikh community over the deaths of eight innocent employees, including four members of the Sikh community, in a shooting in FedEx parking area on Thursday night.

Four Sikh community members among 8 killed in shooting in Indianapolis

INDIANAPOLIS: Three female and one male employees of Sikh community were among eight FeDEx employees killed in a shooting in FedEx parking area,near Indianapolis International Airport on Thursday night. Former FexEx employee Brandon Scott Hole, 19, of Indiana has been identified as the suspect who committed suicide before the police arrived.

A sad day for Americans, Hoosiers, and Sikhs: Khalsa

INDIANAPOLIS: Sikhs Political Action Committee chairman Gurinder Singh Khalsa, who originally hails from Haryana, described killing of eight innocent persons, half of them were Indian American Sikhs as "Today is a very sad day for Americans, Hoosiers, and particularly for the Sikh community."

PM hails social service by Sikhs, calls for proper research

NEW DELHI: Hailing the social service by Sikh community and Gurudwaras all over the world, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday stressed the need to do "proper research and documentation" on this aspect of the Sikh tradition.

United Sikhs supports farm protestors, helps a martyr’s family in Bathinda with milk dairy

MOHALI: International social organisation of Sikh community – ‘United Sikhs’ has been providing financial aid to the needy farmers, who have suffered loss of life or property due to the ongoing farmers protest. Assistance of Rs 50,000 each is being given to many victim families.

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