Latest News:

Political News

Sikh Federation UK’s Statement About Tankhah to Sukhbir Badal and Other SAD (B) Leaders

Shiromani Akali Dal Badal

The leadership of the Sikh Federation (UK), along with its Strategy Board and National Executive Team, has expressed strong support for the recent public pronouncements made by the Singh Sahiban at the Akal Takht.

Sukhbir Singh Badal attacked in Amritsar

Shot Fired At Sukhbir Badal Outside Ghanta Ghar Deorhri in Amritsar

An incident unfolded outside the "Ghata Ghar Deorhri," the entrance to the Darbar Sahib complex in Amritsar, when a shot was fired at Sukhbir Singh Badal, the former Deputy Chief Minister of Punjab and former president of the Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal faction), on December 4, 2024.

Gobind Singh Sandhu announced as candidate of SADA (Mann)

Punjab Bypolls: Simranjit Singh Mann Fields Grandson Gobind Singh Sandhu from Barnala

Simranjit Singh Mann, president of Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar (Mann), declared his grandson, Gobind Singh Sandhu, as the party's candidate for the Barnala seat.

DGP Gaurav Yadav addresses press conference in Gurpreet Singh Hari Nau's case

Gurpreet Singh Hari Nau’s Murder Case: All Major Updates Till Date

The Punjab Police have claimed a breakthrough in the case of Gurpreet Singh Hari Nau’s murder. Punjab police chief DGP Gaurav Yadav addressed a press conference on October 17, 2024.

Political Storm Over Rahul Gandhi’s Comments About Highlight Need for a Sikh Homeland: Sikh Fed UK

Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Indian Parliament has kicked off a political storm following a speech in Virginia. Turning to a Sikh member of the audience he stated: “The fight is about whether he, as a Sikh, is going to be allowed to wear a turban in India; or whether, he, as a Sikh, will be allowed to wear a Kara in India; or whether he, as a Sikh, is allowed to go to a Gurudwara.”

Analysing Tankhah to Sukhbir Badal & SGPC President’s Statement About Control Over Akal Takht

In this interview, Sikh Siyasat editor Parmjeet Singh Gazi analyzes the recent actions of the Jathedar, particularly his decision to declare Sukhbir Badal as Tankhaiya, and the subsequent statement by the SGPC President regarding control over the Akal Takht.

Ongoing Upheaval in Sikh Electoral Politics in Punjab

The landscape of Sikh electoral politics is currently marked by significant upheaval and fluidity, reflecting a period of intense transformation and factionalism. The Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal) is at the center of this turbulence, as internal rifts have erupted within the party. The faction led by Sukhbir Singh Badal has expelled several senior leaders, accusing them of "anti-party activities," after the latter announced to organize “Akali Dal Sudhal Lehar” (SAD-Badal Reform Movement).

What Is Misl Satluj’s Vision for Punjab? Interview with Ajaypal Singh Brar

In this engaging video, journalist Mandeep Singh interviews Ajaypal Singh Brar, President of Misl Satluj, a socio-political organization that has recently unveiled its manifesto.

Bibi Balwinder Kaur, mother of Amritpal Singh | July 5, 2024

Amritpal Singh’s Mother’s Statement about Khalistan Triggers Controversy, Backlash and Clarifications

On July 5th, when Amritpal Singh took oath of allegiance to the Indian Constitution as a Member of the Indian Parliament, Bibi Balwinder Kaur, Amritpal Singh's mother, addressed the media at Jallukhera village. She, interalia, said, "Anybody may say anything, but he (Amritpal Singh) is not a Khalistani supporter." She urged that now, with Amritpal Singh having taken an oath on the Indian Constitution, such allegations should cease.

Amritpal Singh

Amritpal Singh’s 4 Day Temporary Release for Oath Taking: All You Need to Know

The District Magistrate of Amritsar has approved the temporary release of Amritpal Singh, a National Security Act (NSA) detainee, for the purpose of taking his oath as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha.

Four Sikh Detainees Express Willingness to Contest Punjab Assembly By-Polls

Following the electoral victory of Amritpal Singh in the Lok Sabha election from the Khadoor Sahib constituency while incarcerated in Assam’s Dibrugarh jail under the National Security Act (NSA), there has been a surge in announcements of candidacies by Sikh detainees for the upcoming Punjab Assembly bypolls.

Sangrur Lok Sabha Results: Simranjit Singh Mann trailing; Meet Hayer Likely to Win

Simranjit Singh Mann, who also serves as the president of Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar (Mann), faces the prospect of losing his seat after winning the Sangrur by-election in 2022.

Sarabjit Singh Khalsa, Member of Indian Parliament from Faridkot constituency | File Photo

Faridkot Lok Sabh Results: Sarabjit Singh Khalsa Wins, Karamjit Anmol Lasts Second

In the ongoing tallying of votes for the Faridkot (SC) Lok Sabha seat, independent candidate Sarabjit Singh Khalsa, the son of Shaheed Beant Singh, has taken a commanding lead.

Khadoor Sahib Final Result: Amritpal Singh Wins, Valtoha lasts Fourth

In Khadoor Sahib constituency independent candidate and president of Waris Punjab De party is leading with a considerable margin. Amritpal Singh is jailed in Dibrugarh jail of Assam under the National Security Act. 

Lok Sabha 2024 Results: Narendra Modi Won from Varanasi

In a stunning development, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi finds himself trailing in the Varanasi constituency as per early vote count data released by the Election Commission of India (ECI).

Analyzing Sikh Electoral Politics: Key Constituencies and Post-Election Scenarios in Punjab

In this video Sikh Siyasat editor Parmjeet Singh Gazi delves into the intricacies of Sikh electoral politics in Punjab ahead of the Lok Sabha polling on June 1st.

Punjab’s Sikh Electoral Politics: Khadoor Sahib, Sangrur, Faridkot in Focus

As Punjab gears up for the Indian Parliamentary elections scheduled for June 1, 2024, the spotlight is firmly fixed on three constituencies that have ignited fervent interest among the Sikh community and those interested in Sikh politics in the region.

NSA Detained Amritpal Singh Enters Political Fray, Files Papers for Khadoor Sahib Seat

Amritpal Singh, president of ‘Waris Punjab De’ group which was formed by late actor turned political activist Deep Sidhu, is set to contest Lok Sabha election from Khadoor Sahib constituency.

Detained under NSA, Amritpal Singh to Run for Lok Sabha from Khadoor Sahib Constituency

In a significant turn of events, Amritpal Singh, the president of Waris Punjab De party, founded by the late actor turned politician Deep Sidhu, is set to contest the upcoming Indian Parliament (Lok Sabha) elections from the Khadoor Sahib constituency in Punjab as an independent candidate.

Without Right to Self-Determination, Elections Under Indian Dispensation are Meaningless: Dal Khalsa

Asserting that the Indian democratic system was not conducive to attaining a sovereign Punjab by participating in the current electoral processes, the Dal Khalsa resolved to stay away from the upcoming Lok Sabha elections to be held on June 1 in Punjab.

Next Page »