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Notice against construction of Sikh genocide 1984 memorial pasted at G. Rakab Ganj Sahib’s gate

New Delhi, India (June 08, 2013): As per media reports the New Delhi Municipal Corporation (NDMC) has raised an objection on Sikh Genocide 1984 Memorial inside Gurdwara Rakab Ganj Sahib, in Delhi.

Monumental step forward in tracking hate crimes against Sikhs: United Sikhs

Washington D.C (June 07, 2013): In a statement dated: June 05, the United Sikhs has thanked Congressman Joseph Crowley (D-NY) for his efforts to encourage the Department of Justice and FBI to begin tracking and quantifying hate crimes against Sikh, Hindu, and Arab Americans.

Five Jathedars to lay foundations stone of Sikh genocide 1984 memorial in Delhi on June 12

New Delhi, India (June 07, 2013): It is learnt that the Jathedars of Five Sikh Takhats would lay the foundation stone of the November 1984 Sikh Genocide memorial in the Gurdwara Rakabganj Sahib complex, near Indian Parliament House, in New Delhi on June 12, 2013.

In defense of the American Sikh Congressional Caucus – by Dawinder S. Sidhu

According to press reports, the Indian government has “concerns” about the creation of the American Sikh Congressional Caucus, such that it has “warned” the U.S. government about its very existence. These concerns appear to be grounded in the suspicion that the caucus is a front for an effectively defunct for a separate Sikh homeland called “Khalistan.” The concerns are without merit, and the caucus itself stands firmly on bedrock American principles and traditions.

10 Months after Oak Creek, FBI Group votes to track Hate Crimes against Sikhs

Washington, DC (June 5, 2013): An advisory policy board of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) voted this afternoon to revise its hate crime statistics so that hate crimes are tracked against Sikhs, Hindus, and Arabs.

Indian home minister’s Sikh militancy remarks draws flak

Ludhiana/Chandigarh (June 07, 2013): Indian Home minister Sushil Kumar Shinde's remarks that Pakistan's ISI was fanning Sikh militancy in India has drawn intense criticism from various Sikh organizations. It is learnt that various Sikh bodies have slammed the India's home minister for making such a statement and for resorting to rhetoric to create a fabricated adverse impression against Sikh political activists.

WSO statement on 29th anniversary of June 1984 attack on Darbar Sahib

Ottawa, Canada (June 06, 2013): The World Sikh Organization of Canada joined the Sikhs across the world in remembering the Indian army’s June 1984 assault on the Sri Darbar Sahib (Golden Temple) in Amritsar, Punjab. The attack took place as Sikhs gathered to commemorate the martyrdom day of the fifth Guru, Guru Arjan. In addition to the Sri Darbar Sahib complex, 38 other gurdwaras across Punjab were also attacked and thousands of innocent Sikh men women and children lost their lives.

FBI to track ‘hate crime’ against Sikhs; ASGPC praises American Sikh Caucus for the success

New York, United States (June 06, 2013): It is learnt that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has decided to track hate crimes against Sikhs in its uniform crime reporting program. The newly constituted American Sikh Congressional Caucus had raised the matter with the FBI, which was accepted.

Pakistan rejects Shinde’s allegations that ISI training so-called Sikh militants

New Delhi, India (June 06, 2013): It is learnt that Pakistan on June 06, 2013 rejected New Delhi's allegation that its spy agency (ISI) was providing militancy training to the Sikh youth with a view to revive militancy in Punjab.

Sikhs observed 29th anniversary of Ghallughara (holocaust) June 1984

Amritsar, Punjab (June 06, 2013): Sikhs observed 29th anniversary of Ghallughara (holocaust) June 1984 at Sri Akal Takhat Sahib on today. The Shiormani Gurudwara Prabhandak Committee (SGPC) organized a function to mark the day, called Ghallughara Dihara (holocaust day).

UK Sikhs prepare for genocide Remembrance March & Freedom Rally in London

London, Punjab (June 06, 2013): Tens of thousands of Sikhs will gather in London on Sunday 9 June to mark the 29th anniversary of the Indian army attack on the Golden Temple complex in Amritsar in June 1984.

Genocide Remembrance Parade hits Amritsar roads

Amritsar, Punjab (June 5, 2013): "Twenty-nine years ago, with the attack on Darbar Sahib, the then government of India laid the foundation stone for independent state. The sentiments of sovereignty that was strengthened by army attack on Darbar Sahib have not been buried with the passage of time and change in political scenario. There may not be any public manifestation of such sentiments but all Sikhs desire to be self-ruler".

Indian Home minister once again cries about attempts to revive militancy in Punjab

New Delhi, India (June 05, 2013): As per media reports Sushil Kumar Shinde, Home Minister of India, said on June 05, 2013 that Pakistan's ISI is trying to revive militancy in Punjab. While addressing the Chief Ministers' conference on internal security in Delhi, Shinde reportedly said: “Punjab militancy threat growing again. Sikh youths being trained by ISI (Inter Services Intelligence) facilities in Pakistan. Sikh youths in US, Europe are also being motivated in this regard”.

1984: Memories & Activism – Webinar by NSYF on June 15

London, United Kingdom (June 05, 2013): As Sikhs all over the world gather in remembrance of the Darbar Sahib invasion of 1984, the National Sikh Youth Federation (NSYF) will be delivering a Liv-Webinar which will offer an overview of why and how the events of 1984 transpired in the way that they did.

WIKILEAKS: Congress Party leaders competed to see who could shed more Sikh blood during 1984

In the days after Indira Gandhi's assassination, he was among the local Congress Party leaders competing with one another to see which wards would shed more Sikh blood. In exhorting his party cadres and goons to kill more Sikhs, he is reported to have told them they shamed him in the eyes of the top Congress leaders because there were fewer killings in his wards.

Canadian MP launches petition on FIFA Law 4 to allow Sikh children to play Soccer in Quebec

Ottawa, Canada (June 05, 2013) As per inforamtion, on June 04, 2013 Brampton Member of Parliament Parm Gill continued his call for the Quebec Soccer Federation’s to overturn its decision to ban turban-wearing players today, with the launch of a petition directed to the Fédération Internationale de Football Association.

Statement by Official Opposition Leader Tom Mulcair on the 29th anniversary of the Darbar Sahib invasion

I extend deep sympathies on the 29th anniversary of the invasion of the Darbar Sahib or Golden Temple and dozens of other Gurdwaras in Punjab India. The tragic events that began in June of 1984 and the subsequent repercussions have left an indelible mark on the Sikh community and the whole Indian community, in Canada and abroad.

Sikh Forum observes 29th anniversary of Saka June 1984

New Delhi, India (June 04, 2013): Commemorating the 29th anniversary of armed attack by Indian state on Sri Darbar Sahib Amritsar and other Gurdwara Sahib in Punjab & adjoining states, the Sikh Forum held a “Lecture Meeting” at India International Centre, Delhi on June 01, 2013.

Attack on Sri Darbar Sahib: Democracy justifies Injustice

It was fiery June of 1984. There was a large crowd of people in the Holy Shrine gathered to observe the martyrdom day of their Guru Arjun Dev, an event of special significance in the development of Sikh faith. Sikhs from all over the world had travel long distances to become part of this Holy ritual. Many of whom wouldn’t have even thought in their wildest dreams that this could be their last journey.

Quebec Soccer Federation decision to uphold turban ban unreasonable: WSO

Ottawa (June 2, 2013): The World Sikh Organization of Canada is deeply saddened by a decision of the Quebec Soccer Federation’s (QSF) Board of Directors maintaining its prohibition on the wearing of turbans by Sikh players.

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