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January 17, 2015

Dal Khalsa takes exception over the unceremoniously sacking of Jathedar Nanadgarh

Dal Khalsa takes exception over the unceremoniously sacking of Takht Damdama Sahib Jathedar and practice of appointing granthis as Takht Jathedar.

Major report on how Americans see Sikh religion & Sikhs to be released in Washington

A release by National Sikh Campaign (NSC) says that a major report on how Americans see Sikh religion and Sikhs is set to be released in Washington.

Punjab government bans controversial Sirsa godman’s MSG movie

As per recent reports, the Punjab government today imposed ban on the screening of controversial Sirsa godman and Dera Sauda Sirsa head Gurmeet Ram Rahim's movie "Messenger of God (MSG)". The ban was imposed by Punjab government amidst speculations that the controversial movie could be could be released on January 18.

SGPC executive removes Takht Damdama Sahib Jathedar Giani Balwant Singh Nandgarh

In a contested move Shiromani Gurdwara Prabhandak Committee (SGPC) today "released" Giani Balwant Singh Nandgarh from his "duty" as Jathedar of Takht Damdama Sahib.

Media reports carrying misinformation regarding conviction of Jagtar Singh Tara in Beant Singh Case

Media reports are saying that Jagtar Singh Tara is a life term convict in Punjab CM Beant Singh's assassination case. However an investigation by Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) revealed that Jagtar Singh Tara was declared "proclaimed offender" (P.O.) in Beant Singh assassination case; which means that Tara was not tired in this case and no judgement was passed against him.

Nine Censor Board members resign after chief Leela Samson quits following MSG controversy

Following the resignation of Censor Board (Central Board of Film Certification - CBFC) chief Leela Samson, 9 more members have reportedly quit their posts as well. Quitting members have alleged interference by Information and Broadcasting Ministry of Indian government in the matters related to CBFC.

Jagtar Singh Tara reportedly deported to India; Patiala police set to take custody

New Delhi: As per reports in Indian media, the Thailand authorities have "deported" Jagtar Singh Tara who was arrested in Thailand few days back.

MSG Row: Jalandhar multiplexes drop screening idea; Protests in Punjabm Haryana & Delhi; Malwa on Alert

Jalandhar: After the last-minute clearance to “Messenger of God” (MSG) by the Censor Board, the multiplex and cinema owners in the region have decided not to screen the contentious film featuring controversial godman and Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim. RV Sharma, manager of a Jalandhar multiplex, said: “We have been getting warnings on […]

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