December 2013 Archive

Punjab Govt. readying to release 145 life terms convict: news report

Chandigarh/ Punjab (December 27, 2013): According to news report published in The Tribune (27 Dec. Edn.) [t]he Punjab Government is mulling the premature release of 145 convicts undergoing life term in jails across the state. The case files are being cleared at a fast pace and the release orders are expected by December 31.

Punjabi News Bulletin (December 27, 2013) [audio #news #podcast]

Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) brings daily news bulletin in Punjabi language. This news bulletin covers main headlines of December 27, 2013 morning related to Sikh issue and Punjab related issues.

Jagmeet Singh NDP, a Sikh MPP of Canada denied visa by India to visit Amritsar

Amritsar, Punjab (December 27, 2013): It is learnt that Jagmeet Singh MPP has been denied visa by India for his visit to Amritsar to attend a function by two NGOs which selected him for "Sikh of the Year" Award.

Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa ends hunger strike at Akal Takht Sahib

Amritsar, Punjab (December 27, 2013): It is learnt that upon hearing the news of release of Bhai Lakhwinder Singh and Bhai Shamsher Singh on parole from Burrail Jail, Bhai Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa, who was staying at Mata Ganga Ji Niwas reached Akal Takht and performed an ardaas of thanks giving together with the gathered Sangat.

Lakhwinder Singh and Shamsher Singh comes out of Burail jail after 18 years on parole of 28 days

Amritsar, Punjab (December 27, 2013): The persistent efforts of Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa culminated today in the parole of Bhai Lakhwinder Singh and Shamsher Singh. They were released from Chandigarh Model Jail, Burail in the late evening on parole of 28 days.

Release of Lakhwinder Singh and Shamsher Singh expected any time; Parole process almost complete

Chandigarh (December 27, 2013): According to information available with the Sikh Siyasat News (SSN), the release of two more Sikh political prisoners – Bhai Lakhwinder Singh and Bhai Shamsher Singh, is expected this evening (Dec. 27).

Fabricating another controversy – Indian media outcries at grant of parole to Sikh political prisoners

Chandigarh/ Punjab (December 27, 2013): The electronic media in Indian turned blind eye over the hunger strike struggle of a Sikh farmer from Haryana for more than five weeks as the issue was related to the Sikh political prisoners.

Punjabi News Bulletin (December 26, 2013) [audio #news #podcast]

Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) brings daily news bulletin in Punjabi language. This news bulletin covers main headlines of December 26, 2013 morning related to Sikh issue and Punjab related issues.

Open Letter: Insulting the Hunger Strike of Bhai Gurbaksh Singh by terming it “Farce” in “Hindustan Times”

Ludhaina, Punjab (December 25, 2013): Sukhdeep Singh of Sikh Youth Federation has written an open letter to Pawan Sharma, reporter of Hindustan Times (HT) who reported a highly biased report against the ongoing Sikh agitation seeking release of Sikh political prisoners from Indian jails.

Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa declares to continue hunger strike; Medical assistance shall also go on

Amritsar, Punjab (December 10, 2013): Bhai Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa reportedly declared today that he shall not end his hunger strike until all the 6 Sikh prisoners are released from jail. He has been on hunger strike for last 42 days was demanding release of 6 Sikh political prisoners who were not being granted parole or permanent release despite serving the minimum mandatory terms of their sentences.

Jat Sikhs reservation issue: Resorting to competitive politics, SAD & Congress vitiating fragile social fabric, says Dal Khalsa

Hoshiarpur, Punjab (December 26, 2013): Vehemently opposing the reservation on caste system, the Dal Khalsa has appealed to Jathedar of the Akal Takht to seek explanation from SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal for perpetuating the caste system by seeking reservation for Jat Sikhs in the OBC category.

Media bias against the Sikhs in full swing – HT reporter takes the lead

The issue of prolonged detention of Sikh political prisoners attained global attention during last few weeks after a Sikh farmer of Haryana pledged to fast until his death or the release of named prisoners who were not being released by the Indian State (provincial governments or the UT administration/s) despite serving the minimum mandatory terms of their sentences.

Bhai Gurmeet Singh (42) rejoins family after 18 years for 28 days on parole

Chandigarh (December 26, 2013): It was an emotional moment as Gurmeet Singh, a life terms convict in the assassination case of former Punjab chief minister Beant Singh, was released on parole for 28 days on December 25, 2013 from the high-security Burail jail.

Punjabi News Bulletin (December 25, 2013) [audio #news #podcast]

Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) brings daily news bulletin in Punjabi language. This news bulletin covers main headlines of December 25, 2013 morning related to Sikh issue and Punjab related issues.

Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa appeals to supporters to end their strikes

Amb Sahib/ Mohali (December 25, 2013): According to information, Bhai Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa shortly before being admitted to Fortis Hospital (Mohali) for medical assistance after announce to end his 42 days long hunger strike with in next two days, issued an appeal to his supporters to end their strike.

Amb Sahib Morcha to conclude with mutiple marches and functions; Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa seeks public participation

Amb Sahib/ Mohali (December 25, 2013): As per information after announcement of conclusion of Bandi Singhs Rihai Morcha today, Bhai Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa was admitted to Fortis Hospital for medical treatment.

Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa adheres to orders of Jathedars to end his hunger strike; Five member committee commits not to disagree

Amb Sahib, Mohali (December 25, 2013): Bhai Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa, who has been on complete hunger strike for last 42 days, and who was yesterday directed to end his hunger strike by Giani Gurbachan Singh Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib (and other Singh Sahibs), has reportedly decided to end his hunger strike at Akal Takht Sahib tomorrow.

Bhai Gurmeet Singh released from Burrail Jail on parole; Arrives at Amb Sahib

Jathedars arrive at Gurdwara Amb Sahib to pursue Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa to end his fast

Mohali/ Ludhaina (December 25, 2013): Sikh Siysat News (SSN) sources have revealed that Giani Gurbachan Singh, Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib has arrived at Gurdwara Amb Sahib (Mohali) to convince Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa to end his fast with immediate effect.

SGPC taking up cause of Sikh prisoners for years: claims Makkar

Amb Sahib/ Macchiwara (December 25,2 013): It is interesting to note that Shiromani Gurdwara Prabhandak Committee (SGPC), which raised hindrances before the Bandi Singhs Rihai Morcha has now started claiming that it was actively taking up cause of Sikh prisoners for years.

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