September 2015 Archive

A conversation about Sikh Education: SikhRI webinar on Sept. 26

Sikh Research Institute's upcoming webinar will focus on Sikh Education. "A conversation about Sikh Eduction" webinar will be conducted on September 26, 2015 from 12 to 1:30 pm EDT.

Commemorating First Sikh Gurdwara in North America

The Vancouver Heritage Foundation has organized a walking tour this weekend to highlight some of the lesser known stories of the South Asian community’s history in Kitsilano.

Sikh Historian S. Ajmer Singh’s speech at Surrey (Canada)

Sikh Historian S. Ajmer Singh visited Canada in August-September 2015 to release and introduce his book "Ideological Encirclement of Sikhs after the Massacre of 1984". This speech was delivered by S. Ajmer Singh during book release function held at Surrey.

Patiala court withdraws summons issued to Guru Granth Sahib

A Patiala court has reportedly withdrawn the summons that were issued to Guru Granth Sahib. Taking back the wrongfully issued summons the court reissued the same to the managing committee/manager/head granthi of Gurdwara Sahib of Maddo Majra village.

Balwant Singh Rajoana want Indian President to take decision on plea against his execution

Sikh political prisoner Bhai Balwant Singh Rajoana has once again said that President of India should decide the petition moved by Shiromani AkalI Dal (Badal) and Shiromani Gurdwara Prabhandak Committee (SGPC) against his execution without any further delay.

Sikh Federation UK puts forward 5-point Panthic agenda for uniting Sikh Organizations worldwide

One of the main announcements at the Sikh Federation (UK) Annual National Sikh Convention over the weekend was the announcement of the setting up of the Federation of Sikh Organisations (Europe) and the Federation of Sikh Organisations (International).

Sikhs irked over reinstatement of Uttam Chand as SSP of Jammu

The state government of Jammu and Kashmir has reportedly ordered to instate Uttam Chand as SSP of Jammu. He was transferred from Jammu after Jammu police had used gun-force against Sikh youth, killing one young Sikh, back in June. Sikh organizations have been strongly condemned government's decision to reinstate Uttam Chand.

Special Report on Sikh Federation UK’s annual Convention

Over 10,000 Sikhs attended the Annual National Sikh Convention organised over the weekend by the Sikh Federation (UK) at Guru Nanak Gurdwara, Sedgley Street, Wolverhampton.

GGS Study Circle’s conference vow for Punjab, Punjabi and Punjabiyat

Writers, Students, teachers and leaders from around the state who gathered here today on call of Guru Gobind Singh Study Circle resolved to work for development of Punjabi language and Gurmukhi script. Issuing an emotional appeal to all Punjabis to maintain the prestige and glory of Punjabi language, the gathering unanimously passed seven resolutions urging government to implement usage of Punjabi at all levels including Judiciary and legislature.

Apple admits to first major attack on iOS App Store; Several apps infected with Malicious code

First large-scale attack is reportedly detected on Apple's iOS App store that has affected many iOS applications. Apple Inc said on September 20th that it was cleaning up its iOS App Store to remove malicious iPhone and iPad programs identified in the App Store.

Langar Week goes international from Oct. 5 to 11

A press release by the organizers of “The Langar Week” says that the event of ‘the langar week’ was a huge success last year with over 30 events across the UK. The event was also supported by the Mayor of London Boris Johnson and leader of the Labour Party Ed Miliband.

Punjab govt. denies parole to Sikh political prisoner Gurdeep Singh Khera

Punjab government have backtracked from it's commitments on Sikh political prisoners issue. The government has reportedly rejected the parole (temporary and conditioned release from prison) of Sikh political prisoners Gurdeep Singh Khaira.

Images on social media show SGPC chief secretary as RSS man

Controversies surrounding SGPC's newly appointed chief secretary refuse to die down. Some images purportedly that of Harcharan Singh as a worker of Hindutva fountainhead Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS) have gone viral over social media.

Google CEO’s Plans to Meet Indian Premier Spark Protest

As Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi plans to tour Silicon Valley tech companies next week, marking his second visit to the United States in less than a year, his visit is meeting staunch opposition focused on his involvement in a 2002 genocide of Muslim minority.

Three Saroops of Guru Granth Sahib burnt in fire

Three Saroops of Guru Granth Sahib were reportedly burnt in fire at village Rurisar Gurduara Sahib in Fatehgarh Sahib village. As per initial information the fire was sparked by electric short circuit. As soon as the news spread in this regard the Sikh sangat from adjoining villages began to reach at village Roorisar.

Makers of The Mastermind Jinda Sukha movie move to HC against ban

"The Mastermind Jinda-Sukha", a Punjabi film, was banned in Indian subcontinent by Central Board for Film Certification (CBFC) few days before its release on September 11.

SikhRI Announces the introduction of the Gurduara Governance Program

The Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) has announced the introduction of the Gurduara Governance Program, a one day training session aimed at current and prospective Gurduara boards, management, and decision makers.

Rebel MPs refuse to buy HS Phoolka’s arguments for resigning from Aam Aadmi Party

Suspended Aam Aadmi Party MPs, Harinder Singh Khalsa and Dharamvira Gandhi, said that they were not ready to buy the argument given by advocate HS Phoolka that he was resigning from all posts of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) as he wanted to give undivided attention to the November 1984 Sikh massacre related cases.

UK Education Secretary responds to Sikh Federation UK on Dastar issue

UK's Education Secretary Nicky Morgan has warned schools must do more to ensure their uniforms respect the needs of Britain's diverse religious and cultural communities.

HS Phoolka resigns from all post of Aam Aadmi Party

Senior lawyer and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader HS Phoolka has reportedly resigned from all posts of the party. Phoolka has said that he was not able give time to party due to his engagements in cases related to November 1984 Sikh massacre.

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