February 2013 Archive

Plant a tree on March 14 to celebrate Gurgaddi Diwas of Sri Guru Har Rai ji as Sikh environment day

Sri Hazur Sahib, Nanded (February 28, 2013): According to a press release by EcoSikh, Jathedar Sardar Kulwant Singh from Takhat Sri Hazur Sahib has released a message for the Sikhs to plant one tree on the occasion of Sikh Environment Day on March 14 as a token of love for Guru Har Rai Ji, the Seventh Guru on his Gurgaddi Diwas.

Moga bypoll result: Badal Dal candidate Jatinderpal Jain win with a margin of more than 18,800 votes

Moga, Punjab (February 28, 2013): According to recent reprots the ruling Badal Dal candidate Joginderpal Jain has won the Moga assembly seat by defeating Vijay Sathi of the Congress by a margin of 18,845 votes.

Sikh genocide 1984 survivors & AISSF to protest outside Sonia Gandhi’s house on March 09

New Delhi, India (February 28, 2013): It is learnt that the families of the victims of Sikh genocide 1984 held a protest outside Karkardooma CBI court in Delhi on February 26, 2013 against the denial of justice the victims and survivors of the November 1984 massacres.

Moga bypoll – Counting begins; Five rounds over; Badal Dal candidate Jain leading with more than 12K votes

Moga, Punjab (February 28, 2013): As per information the counting of votes for Moga constituency bypoll began at Moga amidst tight security at around am. The polling for this seat was held on February 23, 2013.

More trouble for Punjabi Rapper Honey Singh – Ambala court asked police to file report on vulgar songs by April 4

Ambala, Haryana (February 28, 2013): According to recent media reports it appears that the opposition to vulgar songs and obscene videos is gaining momentum. This could bring more trouble for controversial singers who restore to vulgar songs and obscene videos for earning money.

UK Government notes the genuine concern of 118,000 petitions regarding human rights abuses in India

London, United Kingdom (February 28, 2013): According to a press release issued by the organizers of the Kesri Lehar, the UK Parliament has noted the genuine concern and fear of the 118,000 UK petitioners, urging the government to use it's friendly relations with India to abolish the death penalty.

UK Government confirms opposition to death penalty in Inida; Bhullar and Rajoana cases find specific reference

London, UK (February 27, 2013): On the eve of the debate in the UK Parliament on the Abolition of the Death Penalty in India the Sikh Federation (UK) has been copied a letter dated 27 February 2013 sent by the Rt Hon Hugo Swire, Minister of State at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

EcoSikh Unveils Major Environment Campaign: Nanded to go Green

Chandigarh/ Punjab (February 27, 2013): It is learnt that many Sikh personalities came together on February 23, 2013 to announce major initiatives on the environment and endorse the upcoming Sikh Environment Day on March 14th. This marks the coronation day of 7th Sikh Guru, Guru Har Rai, who is remembered ifor his deep sensitivity to nature.

Sikh activist Narain Singh Chaura reportedly arrested

Amritsar, Punjab (February 27, 2013): It is learnt from media reports that a Sikh activist Narain Singh Chaura has been arrested. 

Case against Sajjan Kumar – Delhi Court could not hear concluding arguments by CBI due to lawyer’s strike; Next date is March 16

New Delhi, India (February 27, 2013): As per media reports a court at Delhi could not hear the final arguments of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in a November 1984 related case on February 26, 2013 because of a day-long strike by lawyers at Karkardooma court. In this case  Indian politician Sajjan Kumar and five others are facing trial.

UK MPs prepare for Feb. 28 historic debate on death penalty and human rights abuses in India

London, United Kingdom (February 27, 2013): It is learnt that the UK Parliamentarians are going to debate on the issue of death penalty and human rights abuses in India.

First Sikh American Offers Prayer at 67th United Nations General Assembly Opening Session

New York, USA (February 27, 2013): On Thursday, February 14, 2013, Jatinder P. Singh, Associate Director of United Sikhs, made history by becoming the first Sikh American to offer prayers at the United Nations 67th General Assembly Opening Session that took place in New York.

Indian media misinterpreted Bhai Balwant Singh Rajoana’s letter: says Sister

Patiala, Ludhiana (February 26, 2012): In a recent statement sent to various media networks, including Sikh Siyasat News (SSN), Bibi Kamaldeep Kaur, sister of Bhai Balwant Singh Rajoana - a Sikh political prisoner who is facing death punishment in connection with the assassination of former Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh, said that the letter written by his brother - Bhai Rajoana, was misinterpreted by Indian media, especially the PTI.

November 1984 Sikh carnage – CBI to conclude arguments against Sajjan Kumar; Case expected to conclude soon

New Delhi, India  (February 26, 2013): As per media reports a Delhi court is scheduled  hear a November 1984 case against Congress leader Sajjan Kumar. The case is related to massacre of Sikhs in first week of November 1984 in which thousands of Sikhs were burnt alive or otherwise killed by mobs. 

Florida Sikh Shot While Driving; Sikh Coalition and SALDEF Request Hate Crime Investigation

Washington, DC (February 25, 2013): According to local news reports, a Sikh American man was shot and injured this past Saturday night as he drove his car in Daytona Beach, Florida.  His 13-year-old son, who was also in the car, was not injured.

Indian Govt should restore ‘civil and political rights’ of Geelani Sahib immediately: Dal Khalsa

Amritsar, Punjab (February 25, 2013): Condemning his continued house arrest in New Delhi, the Dal Khalsa has urged the Government of India to release chairman of Hurriyat (G) Conference Syed Ali Shah Geelani immediately.

Suspend PTU VC Dr Rajneesh Arora for applying Hindutva monolithic agenda : Dal Khalsa to Governor, Punjab

Jalandhar, Punjab (February 25, 2013): In the backdrop of Delhi police registering the FIR against seven Punjab Technical University (PTU) functionaries for cheating students, the Dal Khalsa has asked the Governor and Chancellor of the University to suspend Vice-Chancellor Dr Rajneesh Arora from the post immediately.

Panchkula CBI court dismisses Dera Sirsa head’s plea in rape case

Panchkula, Chandigarh (February 24, 2013): According to media reports in a setback to Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, the head of Sirsa-based Dera Sacha Sauda, the CBI special court here on Saturday dismissed his application for recalling a rape victim for cross-examination.

Lawsuit against Badal: Hearing looks at whether official from India really received court summons in Wisconsin

Wisconsin, US (February 25, 2013): Did a couple of process servers from West Allis botch one of the biggest summons deliveries of their careers by mistaking the wrong white-bearded, turban-wearing man for the chief minister of Punjab in India?

Sikh politician S. Simranjeet Singh Mann reportedly hospitalized at PGI

Chandigarh, Punjab (February 24, 2013): According to a YesPunjab.Com news report ormer Member Parliament and Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar president Simranjit Singh Mann has been admitted to PGI at Chandigarh for treatment.

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