1984 Sikh Genocide

1984 Sikh genocide victims To Carry “Torch Of Justice” From Delhi To New York

New Delhi, India (July 16, 2014): Having lost faith and disgruntled with the Indian legal system, 1984 Sikh Genocide victims and human rights activists have decided to go international with their quest after being constantly denied justice by successive governments in India.

Sikhs for Justice files appeal in US court against dismissal of lawsuit against Sonia Gandhi

SFJ challenged Judge Brian M Cogan's ruling before United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit Court that Torture Victim Protection Act (TVPA) did not create any liability of Sonia Gandhi for "shielding and protecting" those Congress party members who perpetrated genocidal violence against Sikhs.

Sikhs for Justice (SJF) denied permissions to file amended complaint against Sonia Gandhi in US court

According to certain media reports, a US Federal court has denied permissions requested by a Human Rights and advocacy group – Sikhs for Justice, to file an amended complaint against India's Congress party president Sonia Gandhi in connection with a Sikh genocide 1984 related law suit.

Sikh pogrom 1984: Delhi HC agrees to hear appeal of 3 convicts; (Sajjan Kumar was acquitted in this case)

As per inforamtion the Delhi High Court, on July 01, agreed to hear the appeal of one of the three persons who were awarded life term in a case related to November 1984 massacre of the SIkhs for murdering five members of a Sikh family during the pogrom.

1984 Sikh Genocide awareness billboard displayed on Queensborough Bridge by Gurdwara Sahib Sukh Sagar in New Westminster

As part of the awareness of the 1984 Sikh Genocide, that takes place each year at Gurdwara Sahib Sukh Sagar, New Westminster, this year marks the 30th year of these tragic events, and is a reminder of the injustices that the victims and their families are still living through 30 years later.

Sikh Genocide 1984: US Court asked Govt. to explain immunity to former Indian PM Manmohan Singh

It is learnt that a US court has asked the United States government to respond by July 10 to a Sikh group's challenge to "suggestion of immunity" to former Indian prime minister Manmohan Singh in a human rights violation case.

Human Rights NGOs Present Report on June 1984 Indian Army attack on Darbar Sahib to UNHRC

According to a press release (dt. June 21, 2014) by Sikhs For Justice (SJF), [d]uring the 26th session of the UN Human Rights Council, the US based human rights NGO’s presented a report and statement about the June 1984 military invasion of and massacre at Golden Temple. The report was tabled during Council's session on "Interactive Dialogue On International Solidarity".

1984 Sikh genocide case in US: Sikhs For Justice opposes immunity to Manmohan Singh

According to media reports a US human rights and advocacy group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) has challenged US government's suggestion to a Washington court to grant immunity to former Indian prime minister Manmohan Singh in a human rights violation case.

Badal demands another investigation for ’84 Sikh massacre; AAP leader HS Phoolka says Badal complicating the issue

After several committees/ commissions formed by the Indian state from time of time failed to deliver justice to the victims of November 1984 Sikh massacre, the Punjab Chief Minister Prakash Singh Badal on Friday (June 13) demanded the setting up of another special committee to investigate the November 1984 Sikh carnage during his meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

US court dismisses human rights violation case against congress president Soina Gandhi on technical ground

Holding that the Torture Victim Protection (TVPA) has a 10-year statute of limitations to hear a case against non-US petitioner’s plea in rights violation cases, a US court has dismissed a human rights violation case against Congress president Sonia Gandhi for lack of jurisdiction. Eastern district court in New York referred to an earlier decision of Supreme Court, which barred this court from entertaining case of having elder period than 10 years.

Hundreds participated in Sikh sovereignty march towards New York based UN headquarters

It is learnt that hundreds of Sikhs from New York and neighboring States took part in a “Sovereignty March” outside the United Nations Headquarters on June 06, 2014. The march was organized by US based Human Rights and advocacy group called "Sikhs for Justice". The march was held to mark the 30th anniversary of Indian army attack on Darbar Sahib (Amritsar) and other Sikh gurdwaras in June 1984.

What Gen R Dyer means to Indians, Gen Kuldip Brar means to Sikhs: Dal Khalsa; Sikh Youth body held “Ghallughara” memorial March in Amritsar

Reiterating their call for Amritsar Bandh on June 6 to protest against the army assault on Darbar Sahib some 30 years ago, the Dal Khalsa said the pain of the deadly attack is fresh and the wounds of the attack still simmer.

“Operation Blue Star” – The clash of Civilizations

30 years on- the wounds are still simmering; the pain is still deep embedded in the minds and hearts of the Sikhs. The injustices of that period are still haunting Sikh psyche. The idea of ‘Forgetting as survival mechanism’ unleashed by Indian state is still pricking the Sikh soul.

USA: Sikhs for Justice challenges the dismissal of Sikh genocide 1984 Suit against Congress

Washington, United States (May 26, 2014): It is learnt that the Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) has challenged the dismissal of the 1984 Sikh genocide related rights violation case against Congress party before an appeals court in United States of America, saying the case "concerns" the US and it has "institutional standing" to seek judgment on behalf of the Sikh community.

30 Years of June 1984 attack: Sikh body to hold Conference and Genocide Remembrance March on June 5

Amritsar, Punjab (May 12, 2014): To observe and commemorate the 30th anniversary of army attack on Darbar Sahib, the Dal Khalsa has resolved to organize a 'conference followed by Genocide Remembrance Parade on 5th June. The decision was taken at a meeting of office bearers held at party head-office today.

Westminster Conference on Self-determination: India’s position unlawful, untenable

At a packed venue at the Houses of Parliament in London on May 06 senior leadership figures from national freedom movements gathered in an impressive show of solidarity to demand UN action against those states that forcibly suppress legitimate self-determination movements. Resolutions also calling for guilty states to be taken to task and for the creation of international criminal tribunals to punish those guilty of systematic mass abuses were unanimously passed.

Sikhs in Melbourne protest against Amitabh Bachchan’s visit in Australia

Melbourne, Australia (May 05, 2014): It is learnt that Indian film-star Amitabh Bachchan had to face tough situation in Australia as dozens of Sikhs protested against his presence in Australia.

Sikhs For Justice to challenge dismissal of 1984 Sikh genocide related suit against Indian National Congress

New York (May 01, 2014) While acknowledging that corporate entities like Congress party of India can be sued under Alien Torts Statute (ATS), Judge Robert ...

US Court dismisses Sikh genocide 1984 related case against Congress party on technical grounds

New York, United States (April 29, 2014): As per media reports a US Federal court has dismissed a lawsuit against India's Congress party relating to the November 1984 Sikh Genocide, saying it did not sufficiently "touch and concern" the US court to exercise jurisdiction.

Cobrapost exposes complicity of Delhi Police officers in Sikh genocide 1984

New Delhi, India (April 22, 2014): The November 1984 violence against the Sikhs was an act of genocide planned and executed by high-ups in Indian administration with complicity of state apparatus especially the police force.

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