Sikh Diaspora

A View from Britain on The Rise of Hate Crimes Against Minorities

Since the 9/11 attacks in New York, visible minorities have experienced a rise in racial harassment and hate crimes. There have, for example, been numerous ...

Recent Senseless Shootings in Arizona and New York: Could They Be Hate Crimes?

On Monday, August 8, 2016, Amanjeet Singh Toor, a Sikh man, was shot and killed in a convenience store in Arizona. More than a week later, there is no information about why despite offers of a reward for information.

Blacklist politics: India won’t destroy its weapon deviced to control political activism of Sikh diaspora

Indian government's infamous 'black list of Sikhs' continues to exist despite claims of various pro-government 'Sikh leaders' that they have convinced the Modi government to finish it off.

Second Annual Sikh Youth Leadership Institute held in Ottawa

The World Sikh Organization of Canada held its second annual Sikh Youth Leadership Institute (SYLI) in Ottawa this past weekend. After taking part in a rigorous application process, twenty Sikh youths between the ages of 18-25 were selected to take part in the program.

Beadbi of Guru Granth Sahib Ji in Bradford, UK

An outrageous incident of beadbi of Guru Granth Sahib Ji is reported from Bradford in England. As per reports the unidentified culprits used a can during night time and threw a Saroop of Guru Granth Sahib outside the Bradford Gurdwara Sahib. The police were reportedly investigating the CCTV footage.

UK Sikh groups seek international support for an “in / out” referendum in Punjab

Advocate Amar Singh Chahal, spokesman for Bhai Jagtar Singh Hawara, backed by Sikh diaspora organisations, has reportedly urged the new UK Government to support a referendum in Punjab on the question of whether to remain in, or leave, the Indian Union.

SFJ want Canada to arrest visiting Punjab SSP Charanjit Sharma for Killing of Sikhs in Behbal Kalan

Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) want Canada to arrest visiting Punjab SSP Charanjit Sharma for Killing of Sikhs in Behbal Kalan, Kotkapura, Punjab.

Sikhs For Justice To Provide Legal Defense To “Referendum Campaigners” Charged With Terrorism

US based human rights group “Sikhs For Justice” (SFJ) while reiterating its commitment to continue campaign for “Punjab Independence” through democratic and peaceful means refuted Indian Police’s allegations of terrorisms against Sikh activists campaigning for “Referendum 2020”.

Punjab Police books diaspora Sikh activists under UAPA; Three locals arrested from Hoshiarpur district

The Punjab Police have reportedly arrested three persons from Hoshiarpur district of Punjab alleging that they were linked to Pakistan’sInter-Services Intelligence (ISI) .

UK Sikh groups to mark August 15 as Black Day; To Demonstrate outside Indian High Commission in London

As per a press release by the United Khalsa Dal (UK), the Council of Khalistan and other Sikh groups would mark India's Independence Day (August 15) as "black day".

Chardhi Kala 6K Memorial Run and Walk to Honour Oak Creek victims

Today marks the fourth anniversary of the tragic Oak Creek, Wisconsin shooting, which left six innocent worshipers dead and several others severely injured.

Before Talks with Modi, Need to Know the Structures of Indian domination over Sikhs

Dr. Jasdev Rai’s letter about his talks with the Narendra Modi led Indian Government was published under ‘Letters to the Editor’ few days back. Dr. Jasvir Singh has responded to views expressed by Dr. Rai in that letter: Editor.

United Sikhs holds Annual Sikh Summit 2016

A newsletter by the United Sikhs states that from July 11, 2016 through July 13, 2016, United Sikhs, joined by students of the organization's Advocacy and Humanitarian Aid Academy (AHAA), met with Congress members and their staff to speak about issues affecting the Sikh community.

Sikh Press Association to hold free media workshop in Mississauga on August 17

The Sikh Press Association (SikhPA), a UK based group, has announced to hold a media workshop in Mississauga on August 17 at Dixie Gurdwara.

Sikh group calls for Boycott of India’s Independence Day on August 15

All India Sikh Students Federation (Peer Mohammad) has called upon the Sikh nation to boycott “Indian Tricolor” on August 15th because Art. 25 of Constitution label Sikhs as Hindus and the continuous denial of justice to the 1984 Sikh Genocide victims.

Protest against RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat’s UK visit on July 30: FSO

The Federation of Sikh Organizations (FSO) has announced to hold a protest against Rashtrya Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat during his visit to England.

Sikh summer camp hailed a ‘huge success’

A Sikh youth summer camp has been hailed a 'huge success' by organisers. From Monday (July 25) until Wednesday (July 26) 180 children took part in a number of activities at the Singh Sabha Slough Sports Centre in Stoke Poges Lane.

Ban and Restrictions lifted from International Sikh Youth Federation (ISYF) across Europe

On 18 March 2016 the UK Government lifted the ban on the International Sikh Youth Federation (ISYF) following a legal challenge by leading figures in the Sikh Federation (UK) and historic debates in the House of Commons and Lords.

Canadian Sikh Bikers raise over $60K for Cancer Foundation

“This is a totally committed and passionate group of community members,” said Allan Mugford, Canadian Cancer Foundation’s regional director.

Talks with Modi, A structured progress (Dr. Jasdev Singh Rai)

It is yet too soon to know how the process of dialogue with the Modi Government will proceed. However there is considerable apprehension among some Sikh groups who have been struggling for Sikh self determination since 1984. It is only right to address concerns and explain what these talks are all about.

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