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Harbhajan Mann, Jazzy B, Diljit Dosanjh, Gippey Grewal face wrath of netizens for supporting/ praising Badal Dal led Punjab Govt.

Dr. Gurbhagat Singh (1938-2014) – a brief biographical note

US: Congresswoman Duckworth Ducks Constituent Appeal to Endorse Human Rights in India

A careful answer but we get it now – Karan Thapar on Sonia, Rahul and 1984 Sikh Massacre

Sikh voters not fall prey to the hoax promises of political parties in Kashmir

New White House Initiative Brings Hope to Disadvantaged Youth

UK: Letter to PM David Cameron – British Government’s Historic & Enduring injustice to Tamil & Sikh nations

Indian Government Organized Carnage (Sarkari Qatl-e-aam) [e-Book]

Afghanistan’s Sikhs face an uncertain future [In-Depth by Aljazeera]

All Party Sikh Coordination Committee (APSCC) threatens J&K govt. over dilution of Minority Act

Kashmir: Sikhs demand transparent probe into 36 Sikh Massacre

New Hopes for Devender Pal Singh Bhullar: Supreme Court of India stopped his execution and to review his Petition

Op-ED: Sikh Americans Remain Uncertain of New Pentagon Rules

Letter to the Editor – Why media failed to question Indira Gandhi’s pre-plans to attack Darbar Sahib?

Op-ED: Let’s not dissipate relics of our glorious past

Special: An Interview with Bhai Lakhwinder Singh Lakha (Burail Jail)

A poem on “New Year” by Baba Gurbachan Singh Manochahal (Kiven Aakhan Navan Varah Mubarak Hove – 1993)

Open Letter: Insulting the Hunger Strike of Bhai Gurbaksh Singh by terming it “Farce” in “Hindustan Times”

“In each and every village and city, a movement to support Bhai Gurbaksh Singh struggle should be organized” – Bhai Jagtar Singh Hawara

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Why does the world need Khalistan?

August 15, 2022

At present, the Sikh community has proven that it symbolizes good among all other religious groups as far as social morality is concerned.

OFMI Interview with Navkiran Kaur, Daughter of Shaheed Jaswant Singh Khalra [Video]

September 11, 2017

My name is Steve Macías with the Organization for Minorities of India, and today we have the daughter of Sikh activist, Jaswant Singh Khalra, who went missing after he began investigating the activities of the Indian government and the disappearance of activists and their families.

Rwanda Indicts French Generals For 1994 Genocide (by: Thomas C. Mountain)

March 30, 2017

by: Thomas C. Mountain Late in 2016 the Rwandan Government indicted several senior French Army Generals for crimes against humanity including genocide for their role in the 1994 Rwandan holocaust. The Rwandan case against the French Generals is based on the French having instigated and trained the Interhamwe para military Hutu militia that was responsible for […]

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

August 23, 2016

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 incidences of harm to Sikh lives, properties and institutions – in the absence of any monitoring data, an aggregation of various media reports suggests that more than twenty 20 lives […]

From funerals to freedom for Kashmir: undoing the Great Indian Democracy

July 13, 2016

What is the difference between a funeral and a demonstration? In Kashmir, there is none. As the killing of 30 civilian protestors by the armed forces of the state in the last two days shows, in Kashmir, every funeral is a demonstration and every demonstration is a funeral.

Badal raises issue of ‘Sikh black list’; Digging the past may not serve any purpose: Kuldip Nayar

October 15, 2014

Kuldip Nayar is known for his anti-Sikh rhetoric. Nayar, a Hindu ideologue, who pretends himself to be secular and 'friend' of Sikhs has always used his pen and imago to harm Sikh interests and serve the Indian state's desires. His recent article about “black-list of Sikhs” is currently in discussion. The write-up is being reproduced below for the information of readers of Sikh Siyasat News.

Maharani Jind Kaur – the woman who terrified the British Empire

July 12, 2014

On 1 August 1863, shortly after 6:15 in the evening, a frail and partially-blind queen who had spent much of her life raging against the British Empire, died in her bed on the top floor of a Kensington townhouse.

OP-ED: Does Gandhi really belong in Parliament Square?

July 12, 2014

Gandhi remains a deeply ambiguous figure: a fervent Hindu who advocated religious harmony; a believer in the caste system who deplored "untouchability"; and an anti-colonialist who was willing to compromise with the British empire. This renders him open to appropriation by different interests, some progressive, some retrograde. But we should not allow a statue in Parliament Square to blandly entrench a historical amnesia and diminish a venal and violent present.

OP-ED: Tough going for Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Punjab

June 21, 2014

Basically, the Aam Aadmi Party (APP) is the product of Anna Hazare’s movement that began in September 2011 in Delhi against raging corruption during the second inning of the UPA government at the Centre.

Ten Thousand Pairs of Shoes

June 10, 2014

Thirty years have passed since journalists were cut off from Punjab, and Punjab from the world. In June of each year, Sikhs throng to gurudwaras to observe one of the most significant of their religious holidays. On this day, when even the less observant find their way to gurudwaras, the Indian Army attacked Darbar Sahib—the Golden Temple, the Sikh Vatican —and dozens of other gurudwaras across the state.

“Operation Blue Star” – The clash of Civilizations

June 5, 2014

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.

Whistleblower Exposes India’s Murderous Cops (a short review of The Last Killing documentary)

June 4, 2014

Manak decided to speak out and inform his superiors of the alleged killings—an act that led to his own detainment and, reportedly, his torture. After keeping him in illegal detention for 42 days, the Punjab police filed legal cases against him, accusing him of carrying an unlicensed weapon, theft, and firing on a police party with intent to kill—all false charges, Manak says. He was released on bail and promptly filed a lawsuit in October 1994 against his colleagues, accusing them of torturing and murdering 10 individuals.

OP-Ed: AAP’s Punjab success – by Avtar Singh

May 26, 2014

It is Punjab again. The state which sacrificed most to secure the independence of India is regularly in the labour pains of real change. After the crushing assaults from Indian state it is bouncing back again and again to show its guts and strength. The aspiration of real rule is not dying down in Punjab despite the political and social terrorism unleashed by the ruling elite.

OP-Ed: Punjabis Shun Modi, Flock To AAP

May 26, 2014

At historically crucial junctures, Punjab has shown the audacity to differ with the Indian mainstream. This is what goes to explain the phenomenal victory of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Punjab which, otherwise, drew blank from other parts of the country, also in Delhi where it had emerged as a political force with Arun Kejriwal as Chief Minister only six months ago.

OP-ED – Hindu Supremacist Bharatiya Janata Party comes to power in India

May 16, 2014

Hindu supremacist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has won a landslide victory for Indian parliament election. BJP is set to win in 283 seats, eight more than the required half way mark in 543 member House. With its allies, the tally of National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is expected to go up to 335.

Movie Review: Dolda Punjab – a short film with a strong message

April 30, 2014

PunjabUp Films has come up with second short movie titled: “Dolda Punjab”. The banner had previously produced “Kaur – a true identity” that had remained runner-up in “SikhNet Youth Online Film Festival” in 2013.

Indian Media’s Role during Sikh upsurge of 1980-90s in Punjab Questioned

April 30, 2014

Journalists and historians gathered to discuss latest book on the role of media during Sikh agitation observed that the policies that the ruling Congress Party at the Centre pursued in early 1980s had disastrous results in Punjab.

Remembering Professor Gurbhagat Singh

April 24, 2014

Professor Gurbhagat Singh who recently passed away after a debilitating stroke was a genius, not born but self-made. He used to be the first to arrive in the Punjabi University Library and myself the last to leave. When in Patiala, we used to meet every day. Once in two months or so he will come to my carrel and we will have tea together.

US: Young Sikhs in Maryland fight bias with diplomacy in the classroom

April 21, 2014

One recent afternoon, two dozen teenagers stayed late at Hoover Middle School in Potomac, Md., for a presentation on Jewish culture. They tasted matzoh brittle, spun dreidels, colored Purim masks and watched a video of a rabbi blowing a ram’s horn.

Celebrating and remembering Sikh history at Khalsa Day Parade

April 20, 2014

THIS year more people than ever are expected to attend the popular Khalsa Day Parade organized by Dashmesh Darbar Gurdwara in Surrey, the largest of its kind in North America, on April 19.

Punjabi singers, who praised Badal govt in tv advertisements, now change their tune

April 16, 2014

Chandigarh/ Punjab (April 16, 2014): Under fire from their fans, popular Punjabi singers Gippy Grewal, Diljit Dosanjh, Harbhajan Mann and Jazzy B have either given an explanation or apologised on their Facebook accounts for appearing in video-tapes to campaign for the ruling SAD [Badal]. The Tribune had brought the matter to the fore yesterday.

Harbhajan Mann, Jazzy B, Diljit Dosanjh, Gippey Grewal face wrath of netizens for supporting/ praising Badal Dal led Punjab Govt.

April 15, 2014

Chandigarh/ Punjab (April 15, 2014): As you surf Punjabi television channels these days, you find singer-actor Harbhajan Mann telling viewers in his mellifluous voice, “Kuch saal pehlon tak, Punjab ch bilji sirf badlaan ton hi garajdi si. Par pichley panj saalan ch Badal sarkar ney bijli di aisi lishk khilaari hai ki gali-gali, pind-pind lishk reha hai.

Dr. Gurbhagat Singh (1938-2014) – a brief biographical note

April 7, 2014

In Dr Gurbhagat Singh’s death on April 3, the world of English literature, Punjab and Sikh studies have lost an innovative thinker and interpreter. The severest blow is that his life long project of translating Shri Guru Granth Sahib (SGGS) into English remains incomplete. His translation of 1208 pages will remain a hugely rich and valued contribution that will need to be carried forward.

US: Congresswoman Duckworth Ducks Constituent Appeal to Endorse Human Rights in India

April 4, 2014

Representatives of the Indian minority diaspora in Chicago region were disappointed that Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth, a U.S. Army veteran, dismissed their appeals for her to support House Resolution 417, which requires the U.S. to discuss human rights and religious freedom issues with India, as “dictating” how India should run its affairs.

A careful answer but we get it now – Karan Thapar on Sonia, Rahul and 1984 Sikh Massacre

March 23, 2014

I wonder if you’ve noticed how carefully Rahul Gandhi answered a question put to him by PTI last Sunday? Asked why he had hesitated to apologise for the 1984 Sikh killings in his Times Now interview, he replied: “The prime minister of the UPA has apologised and the president of Congress party expressed regrets. I share their sentiments completely.”

Sikh voters not fall prey to the hoax promises of political parties in Kashmir

March 21, 2014

Srinagar Kashmir (March 21, 2014): Accusing the state government of discrimination with the Sikh community, All Parties Sikh Coordination Committee (APSCC) has asked the members of Sikh community to hold their votes for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

New White House Initiative Brings Hope to Disadvantaged Youth

March 15, 2014

Washington DC, USA (March 15, 2014): On February 28th, 2014, President Obama unveiled his, “My Brother’s Keeper” Initiative, which focuses on helping every disadvantaged youth find opportunities. Boys, and young, men of color, who are willing to work hard, will now have a new pipeline for mentor-ship, support networks, and skills.

UK: Letter to PM David Cameron – British Government’s Historic & Enduring injustice to Tamil & Sikh nations

March 11, 2014

London, United Kingdom (March 11, 2014): Tamil, Sikh and Ukrainian campaigners came together on 3rd March 2014, at 10 Downing Street, to vocalise and affirm the call for freedom, justice and independence for their respective nations and for all suppressed and subjugation nations around the world.

Indian Government Organized Carnage (Sarkari Qatl-e-aam) [e-Book]

March 2, 2014

E-book version of “Indian Government Organized Carnage (Sarkari Qatl-e-aam)” by Gurcharan Singh Babbar is made available by All India Sikh Conference.

Afghanistan’s Sikhs face an uncertain future [In-Depth by Aljazeera]

February 28, 2014

Sikhs speaking to Al Jazeera said that since then things have only become worse for the 306-family community in the Afghan capital. "We can't even hold our funerals in peace," Khalsa said.

All Party Sikh Coordination Committee (APSCC) threatens J&K govt. over dilution of Minority Act

February 24, 2014

Kashmir, Srinagar (February 24, 2014): All Parties Sikh Coordination Committee (APSCC) has threatened of dire consequences if the state government dilutes the Minority Act in the state.

Kashmir: Sikhs demand transparent probe into 36 Sikh Massacre

February 4, 2014

Kashmir/ Srinagar (February 04, 2014): Expressing dismay that Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah did not mention about the killing of 36 Sikhs at Chattisinghpora in March 2000 during his meeting with Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh of All Parties Sikh Coordination Committee (APSCC) yesterday (February 03) said that killings at Chattisinghpora are closely related with the Pathribal fake encounter and killing of civilians at Brakpora.

New Hopes for Devender Pal Singh Bhullar: Supreme Court of India stopped his execution and to review his Petition

February 2, 2014

New Delhi, India (February 02, 2014): On Friday, January 31, Supreme Court of India decided to stop Professor Devinderpal Singh Bhullar’s (Prof. Bhullar) execution.

Op-ED: Sikh Americans Remain Uncertain of New Pentagon Rules

January 27, 2014

Despite public heralding of the brand new Pentagon rules signaling a renewed commitment to religious accommodation, the rules actually generate more confusion than promise. There's been talk of turbans and beards, religious liberty and inclusion galore.

Letter to the Editor – Why media failed to question Indira Gandhi’s pre-plans to attack Darbar Sahib?

January 26, 2014

Recently declassified British documents have revealed that Indira Gandhi asked British PM Thatcher in February 1984, for her advice and support for attack on Darbar Sahib. British documents confirm that Indira Gandhi had made plans to use the army to attack the Darbar Sahib (Amritsar) and was trying to get support from various Governments to justify that attack, which was codenamed as Operation Blue Star.

Op-ED: Let’s not dissipate relics of our glorious past

January 26, 2014

This article does not aim at criticizing proliferation of Gurdwaras undertaken by Baba`s in various parts of India, but underscores the indispensable need to protect and preserve the historic material evidences which keeps us attached with relics of our rich past. In the recent past Baba's have undertaken on large scale construction of historical Gurdwaras.

Special: An Interview with Bhai Lakhwinder Singh Lakha (Burail Jail)

January 7, 2014

Ludhiana, Punjab (January 07, 2013): Bhai Lakhwinder Singh Lakha was released from Burail Jail for 28 days on parole after about 45 days long hunger strike by Bhai Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa. A Sikh activist Papalpreet Singh has interviewed Bhai Lakhwinder Singh Lakha.

A poem on “New Year” by Baba Gurbachan Singh Manochahal (Kiven Aakhan Navan Varah Mubarak Hove – 1993)

January 2, 2014

A poem on new year, written by Sikh militant leader Baba Gurbachan Singh Manochahal was published in a Punjabi vernacular "Ajit" on January 01, 1993. The title of the poem was "Kiven Aakhan Navan Varah Mubarak Hove" (How could I say Happy New Year!".

Open Letter: Insulting the Hunger Strike of Bhai Gurbaksh Singh by terming it “Farce” in “Hindustan Times”

December 27, 2013

Ludhaina, Punjab (December 25, 2013): Sukhdeep Singh of Sikh Youth Federation has written an open letter to Pawan Sharma, reporter of Hindustan Times (HT) who reported a highly biased report against the ongoing Sikh agitation seeking release of Sikh political prisoners from Indian jails.

“In each and every village and city, a movement to support Bhai Gurbaksh Singh struggle should be organized” – Bhai Jagtar Singh Hawara

December 8, 2013

Since Bhai Gurbaksh Singh started his hunger strike on November 14, the mainstream media of India, as well as the state machinery has largely ignored Bhai Sahib’s protest and demands once again exposing the biased and oppressive nature of the Indian establishment.

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