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Khadku Sangarsh Di Sakhi – Anjaane, Angoule Sidki te Yodhe

The book is an ode to the unswerving believers and warriors who remain unnamed and their contribution to the Khadku Sangarsh unacknowledged.

Social Media Censorship Against Sikhs Continues in India; Jakara Movement’s Twitter Handle Blocked

Indian government’s censorship against Sikhs, including Sikh media houses, continues and many Sikh websites and social media handles stand blocked in India. On 6 June 2022, the Government of India had blocked websites and social media platforms of Sikh media houses like Sikh Siyasat, TV84, Apna Sanjha Punjab, KTV UK and Akaal Channel. Though Akaal Channel’s social media platforms were unblocked in India, others stand blocked till date.

War and Martyrdom in Sikhi – Speech of Bhai Mandhir Singh

Panth Sewak Jatha Majha held a Gurmat Samagam at Batala on 1 June 2022 to commemorate the memory of Ghallughara June 1984 Shaheeds.

End “Sole, Exclusive and Absolute” Rights of PTC; Build Community’s Own Gurbani Broadcasting System: says Report

A recently released report has recommend revocation of "sole, exclusive and absolute" rights of PTC Network over Gurbani broadcast from Sri Harmandar Sahib, Sri Amritsar. The report says that no single channel or network can establish monopoly over Gurbani broadcast as Gurbani is Sarab-Sanjhai (common) and there should be a Sangati (community based) broadcasting system.

No Approval To Controversial Movie “Supreme Motherhood” from SGPC, Stop Its Release: SGPC’s Media Secretary

The Shiromani Gurdwara Prabhandak Committee has clarified that no approval is granted to "Supreme Motherhood" movie. SGPC has demanded ban on release of this controversial movie.

Ghallughara June ‘84: Principled, Contemporary, Regional and International Reasons

Sikh Sangat of Urban Estate Patiala held a memorial event to mark the of martyrs of June 1984 Ghallughara on June 5, 2022. During this event Sikh Siyasat editor Parmjeet Singh Gazi explained the reasons behind the 1984 Ghallughara.

Ghallughara 1984: Understanding the Basic Nature of Conflict Between Sikhs and the Delhi Darbar

Sikh sangat of Chandigarh held a Gurmat Samgam in the memory of Shaheeds of Ghallughara June 1984 in Sector 22 Gurdwara Sahib on 6 June 1984.

Book Penned by Bhai Daljit Singh About Unsung Heroes of Sikh Armed Struggle To Be Released on 9 June

A new book about unsung heroes of Sikh armed struggle of mid-1980s to mid-1990s will be released on 9 June 2022 at Ludhiana. The book is penned by Bhai Daljit Singh who had been a leader of the Panthic Committee that led the struggle as a joint front.

The Uniqueness of the History of Babbar Akali Movement : Must Listen Speech of Bhai Mandhir Singh

Panth Sewak Jatha Doaba is holding a series of samagams to commemorate the 100 years of Babbar Akali Movement. Seventh samagam under this series was held at Jhander Kalan (District Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, Nawanshehr) on 5th of May 2022. Speaking during this occasion Bhai Mandhir Singh discussed the uniqueness of the history of Babbar Akali Movement.

Sikh Genocide 1984: How Genocidal Impulse Turns Your Neighbours into Enemies of Your Life?

Sikh Youth Wing, Bangalore organised a seminar on "Concerns of Sikhs in Indian Subcontinent with Panth and Punjab" at Auditorium, Sri Guru Harkrishan High School, Bangalore on 27 January 2019. This is ful video recording of speech of Parmjeet Singh during this seminar.

Truth About Gurbani Broadcast From Sri Harmandar Sahib: Fact Finding Report Released by Probe Panel

A Committee formed by the Sikh Sangat to examine the entire gamut of issues relating to the broadcast of Gurbani from Sri Harmandar Sahib, Sri Amritsar in the context of Gurmat principles, laws and financial aspects submitted its report entitled Truth About Gurbani Telecast From Sri Harmandar Sahib. The report was released by human rights

Message by Bhai Daljit Singh on Holla Mohalla: On Need To Revive Akali Dal in Its True Spirit

Bhai Daljit Singh has released a video message along with a written statement on Holla Mohalla. In his statement, Bhai Daljit Singh has extended greetings of Holla Mohalla to the Sikh world. While referring to debate surrounding revival of Akali Dal, Bhai Daljit Singh emphasized that the revival should be as per the Gurmat principles and Khalsa tradition, instead of political maneuvering on the lines of current politics.

Politics

Punjab Assembly Election Results: List of All Winning & Loosing Candidates

Here is list of all winning and loosing candidates for all 117 seats of Punjab State Assembly. Full Result of Punjab Assembly Elections 2022.

Kashmiri Leader SAS Geelani Passed Away at 92

Senior pro-freedom Kashmiri leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani passed away after a long illness in Srinagar on Wednesday (1 Sept 2021) night.

Nagaland: Plan To Form All-Party Government To Facilitate Naga Talks with India

In a major development major political parties in Nagaland have agreed to come together to form an all-party government in the state as an attempt to find a political solution for decades old Naga conflict.

Two Day Joint Naval Exercise of Indian and US Forces in Indian Ocean

Navies of India and United States of America (USA) are participating in two day mega naval exercise in Indian Ocean region from Wednesday (June 24).

Deep Sidhu Re-Arrested in Another Case After Bail

Actor turned activist Deep Sidhu was granted bail by a Delhi court today. He was arrested by Delhi police special cell in a case registered in relation to an incident at Red Fort during Kisan Parade of 26 January.

Amargarh Election Result: Simranjit Singh Mann Lasts Second

S. Simranjit Singh Mann, President of Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar (Mann), lost the election from Amargarh with a difference of around six thousand votes. Aam Aadmi Party candidate Prof. Jaswant Singh Gajjan Majra bagged the seat with more than 44 thousand votes.

With Around 42% Vote Share, AAP Set to Get 78% Seats in Punjab Assembly

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is heading for a major electoral victory in Punjab state assembly election. Votes were polled for the state assembly on 20 February. Aam Aadmi Party took a lead soon after trends started to come after counting of votes started this morning.

Center’s Move to Steal Punjab’s Representation in BBMB

The Union Government of India (GoI) has changed rule for appointment of members of the Bhakhra Beas Management Board (BBMB). New rules, reportedly notified on 23 February 2022 has removed the condition of appointing BBMB member (power) from the state of Punjab. Now the appointment can be from any state.  In this podcast, Sikh Siyasat editor Parmjeet Singh has discussed this issue.

Planning of BJP for 2022 UP Assembly Elections: Outreach to OBC Leaders

The Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) has been using social engineering as an election tool, especially in states like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. In order to consolidate and accumulate votes and support for upcoming UP assembly elections, BJP is outreaching OBC leaders.

China was Responsible for Seriously Disturbing Peace and Tranquility Along LAC, says India

While referring to the recent escalation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), India has accused China for ‘disturbing’ peace and tranquility in the border areas.

Unable to Arrest Lakha Sidhana, Police Targets His Cousin Brother Mundi Sidhana

Gurbir Singh alias Mundi Sidhana is cousin brother of Lakhbir Singh alias Lakha Sidhiana. He could barely walk now, that too with the help of two persons. He was allegedly picked up by Delhi police from Patiala and was tortured badly in illegal police custody.

U.S Congressman from Connecticut Condemns Violence of India on Farmers

US Congressman Joe Courtney has said that "excessive response" to farmers protest in India by the government of India was "worth of condemnation". While responding to concerns raised by Swaranjit Singh Khalsa, directory of Sikh Art Gallery, Joe Courteny said: "protests by many within India’s agricultural community have drawn worldwide attention after India’s Parliament enacted major legislation last November that sought to bring structural change to the country’s agricultural sector. In the time since, mass protests have ensued out of concern that the new law allows for an exploitation of farmers within the industry by larger firms, and that there was an overall lack of consensus built before the new law was enacted".

Videos

Ghallughara June ‘84: Principled, Contemporary, Regional and International Reasons

Ghallughara 1984: Understanding the Basic Nature of Conflict Between Sikhs and the Delhi Darbar

Dharam Youdh Morcha and Sikh Struggle: Prof. Kanwaljit Singh’s Speech at Rahon

War and Martyrdom in Sikhi – Speech of Bhai Mandhir Singh

Punjab Water Crisis : What Can Be Done To Overcome It? Malkeet Singh Basant Kot