March 2015 Archive

Sikh groups want community members in UK to contend in polls; No help required from groups like DSGMC: Sikh Fed UK

'The DSGMC are simply opportunists and jokers. They do not have a clue about UK elections and how you need to plan years in advance to get Sikh candidates selected by parties and then into winnable constituencies. You cannot do this in a few weeks - this is not elections India style!

MPs’ distance from Anadpur Sahib conference sparks talks about cracks in Punjab unit of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)

After Aam Aadmi Party's high voltage 'Delhi drama', it seems as if Punjab unit of AAP is heading on same lines. There is discussion in media circles that cracks in the Aam Aadmi Party's Punjab unit are clearly visible now.

Lynching of rape suspect in Nagaland must be investigated, Amnesty International India

Members of a mob who lynched a man suspected of rape in Dimapur, Nagaland must be brought to justice urgently, Amnesty International India said today.

Sukhpal Khaira’s entry in Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) finalized, says Sucha Singh Chhotepur

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)'s Punjab convenor Sucha Singh Chhotepur reportedly told media at Anandpur Sahib on Holla Mohalla conference (on March 05) that Punjab Congress leader and former Bholath MLA Sukhpal Khaira's entry into the Aam Aadmi Party had been finalized.

Patta Patta Singhan Da Vairi, Film based on Sikh militant movement, banned in India

Punjabi lyricist turned singer- cum- actor's upcoming movie Patta Patta Singhan Da Vairi stands banned in India, as the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has denied 'clearance certificate' to the movie. CBFC clearance is compulsory for public screening of any movie in India.

Green Initiatives in Pakistan for Guru Nanak’s 550th Gurpurb Celebrations in 2019

The Pakistan Government officials have reportedly endorsed a plan to explore green projects at Kartarpur and Nankana Sahib, the most sacred Sikh shrines in Pakistan. This will be part of the celebration of 550th Parkash Gurpurb of Guru Nanak, Founder of Sikhism, in 2019 as suggested by EcoSikh, a Washington based Sikh organization. Guru Nanak was born in Nankana Sahib and he lived in Kartarpur during his last 17 years.

Holla Mohalla conference: SAD (A) demands release of Jagtar Singh Tara during; Hand over control of Punjab Dams to UN: Mann

The Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar (Mann) held a political conference at Amandpur Sahib on March 05. The conference that was attended by top party leadership, activists and the Sikh sangat was held near main road leading to Takht Kesgarh Sahib.

Family and Local Business to Hold Press Conference for US Citizen Imprisoned in India

Ravinder Singh Gogi, American Citizen and owner of Dasmesh Truck Driving School in Lathrop, is being held as a political prisoner at the Ludhiana Jail in Punjab, India. His family and fellow business owners are demanding his release from police custody and will be holding a press conference on Friday, March 6 2015 at the Lathrop District Chamber of Commerce at 15104 South Harlan Road, Lathrop, CA 95330.

Ban on ‘India’s Daughter’ Documentary Disappointing: WSO

The World Sikh Organization of Canada is disappointed by the Government of India’s decision to ban the documentary India's Daughter about the savage 2012 gang rape and murder of a student in Delhi. The documentary explores the culture of rape in India as well as the background and mindset of the perpetrators of the 2012 crime that shook the country.

AAP conference attracts more people at Holla-Mohalla; Badal rally sees thinner attendance

Various political parties held 'political conferences' at Anandpur Sahib on March 5 - second day of 3 day Holla-Mohalla celebrations. Whereas the faction ridden Congress party decided not to hold conference at Anandpur Sahib, the ruling party Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal)'s conference received lesser attendance as compared to previous years.

Contemporary condition and Challenges before Punjabi language in foreign countries

Dr. Sewak Singh is Associate Professor of Religion at Eternal University, Baru Sahib. He talked to Sikh Siyasat's editor Parmjeet Singh Gazi on contemporary conditions of Punjabi language in foreign countries. He also discussed challenges faced by those engaged in promotion of Punjabi language amongst next generations of Punjabis in foreign countries.

Sikh artwork on display at Texas University

The Sikh tradition has long been at the forefront of social innovation. The Institute of Texan Cultures, a unit of the University of Texas at San Antonio, is hosting an exhibition titled ‘Sikhs: Legacy of the Punjab’. More than 100 pieces of Sikh artwork and artifacts are on display at the exhibition, which will remain open till January 3 next year.

Sikh Federation UK expresses shock over bullying of Sikh student in USA

"This is totally unacceptable behaviour and has become increasingly more prevalent in society after 9/11. It is not restricted to the USA. Recently a Sikh man was brutally attacked in a racially motivated terror attack in North Wales. This worrying trend of 'mistaken identity' is negatively impacting upon the innocent Sikh community around the world, while national governments are failing to address the root cause", said Gurjeet Singh, press secretary of Sikh Federation UK.

Trouble continues in AAP: Mayank Gandhi speaks out against AAP executive decision to oust Yadav and Bhushan

Arvind Kejriwal had told his Aam Aadmi Party that he would quit as chief if Yogendra Yadav and Prashant Bhushan, who have repeatedly criticized him, continued in a key decision-making panel, a party leader said in a blog post today.

Ontario Khalsa Darbar (Dixie Gurdwara) to celebrate Holla-Mohalla on March 7

Ontario Khalsa Darbar (Dixie Gurdwara) has announced to observe Holla-Mohalla on March 07, 2015.

Patta-Patta Singhan Da Vairi to be released on April 03 under the banner of Fateh Sports Club

Producers of upcoming Punjabi movie "Patta-Patta Singhan Da Vairi" have announced that the movie will be released on April 03 under the banner of Fateh Sports Club. Harsimran Singh and Sandeep Singh Janty of Fateh Sports Club told Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) that the movie will present 'positive aspects' of Sikh militant movement.

Holla Mohalla celeberations begin at Anandpur Sahib; Conferences on March 5, Mohalla on March 6

Sikh festival of 'Holla Mohalla' began today at Sri Anandpur Sahib. Lakhs of Sikhs are expected to visit the historic city and the 'birthplace' of the Khalsa during these three days.

Filmmaker Mangal Dhillon announces Documentary on June 1984 army attack on Darbar Sahib

Punjabi film-maker Mangal Dhillon has announced to make a documentary on June 1984 army attack on Darbar Sahib (Harmandar Sahib) Amritsar.

Yogendra Yadav, Prashant Bhushan removed from Aam Aadmi Party’s PAC

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has announced the removal of two top leaders, Prashant Bhushan and Yogendra Yadav, from party's top-decision making body called Political Affairs Committee (PAC). The decision was taken in six hour long meeting of AAP executive.

Dharamvir Gandhi rejects reports about opposition to Sukhpal Khaira’s entry in AAP

Aam Aadmi Party MP from Patiala, Dr. Dharamvira Gandhi, has refuted reports which maintained that he was opposed to entry of Sukhpal Khaira in the Aam Aadmi Party.

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