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Punjab’s Economic Progress Crucial to Overcoming State Crisis: Misl Satluj

Misl Satluj President Ajay Pal Singh Brar asserts that economic growth, industrial development, and new agro-processing units are essential to solve Punjab's pressing agricultural, drug, and unemployment crises.

China, Russia, Iran, and the New Alliance That’s Replacing the US | Dr. Kanwaljit Singh | Part-4

In this thought-provoking (Episode-4) of Our Ongoing Series on the West Asian conflict, Journalist Mandeep Singh (Sikh Siyasat) with Prominent Researcher and Scholar Dr. Kanwaljit Singh to Deconstruct the Crumbling Architecture of Western Hegemony in the Middle East and Analyze the Emerging Geopolitical Multipolar World Order.

New Book by Dr. Tarlochan Singh Nahal Sheds Fresh Light on Alexander’s Invasion of India and King Porus’s Resistance

This book illuminates Punjab’s ancient and largely unexplored past, celebrates its heroic legacy, and helps bridge a significant historical gap in the pre-Mauryan period.

Copy of Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Bill, 2026

Punjab’s Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act 2026 introduces strict anti-sacrilege provisions, life imprisonment, digital saroop tracking, and sparks debate between the Bhagwant Mann government, SGPC, and Sikh organizations. Read and download a copy of Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Bill, 2026.

American Sikh Council Joins Philadelphia School District’s Inaugural Faith-Based Leaders’ Summit

The American Sikh Council (ASC) represented the Sikh faith at the Philadelphia School District’s first Faith-Based Leaders’ Summit, emphasizing empathy and resilience in education.

Sikh Coalition Provides Updates on Hostile Trucking Policies Targeting Immigrant CDL Holders

The Sikh Coalition has released a critical update on the legal battles surrounding immigrant truck drivers' rights, including a major federal court update and the fight against "Dalilah’s Law."

Punjab Army School Violates State Law, Mandates Sanskrit Over Punjabi

A recent mandate by an Army Public School in Punjab to enforce Sanskrit while treating Punjabi as a mere "additional subject" has triggered protests from parents and educators, citing clear violations of state laws and NEP 2020.

Virasati Khed Akhara Held Equestrian Endurance Competition at Guru Ki Kashi

Virasati Khed Akhara Sri Anandpur Sahib recently hosted a thrilling 30-kilometer equestrian endurance competition at Guru Ki Kashi in Talwandi Sabo. Riders from across Punjab gathered to test their horses' stamina and celebrate traditional sporting heritage in loving memory of Jathedar Baba Maghar Singh.

Sudden Heatwave Threatens Wheat Crop in Punjab, Decline in Yield Feared

Ludhiana: The sudden spike in temperatures at the end of February and early March has posed a severe threat to the wheat crop yield. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), temperatures this month are likely to remain 5 to 7 degrees Celsius above normal, which is adversely affecting the crucial grain-filling stage. With minimal […]

Civil Rights Groups File Emergency Order to Halt Mass CA-DMV CDL Cancellations

Legal representatives for a class of commercial drivers have filed an emergency order to prevent the California Department of Motor Vehicles from canceling nearly 20,000 commercial driver's licenses, an action that threatens to devastate the livelihoods of immigrant and working-class families.

Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University Organises Educational Visit to Ropar Wetland and Fishery Center

The Department of Zoology at Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University organized an enriching educational field trip to the Ropar Wetland and the Government Fishery Center, providing students with practical insights into biodiversity, wetland ecology, and sustainable fisheries management.

Ranjit Singh Encounter Case: Court Orders Preservation of Police Call Records, GPS Locations, and Medical Probe

Following a complaint by the victim's mother, a Gurdaspur court has directed telecom companies and authorities to secure the call records, GPS locations, and CCTV footage related to the police officers involved in the Ranjit Singh encounter. A medical board will also probe an officer's alleged gunshot wound.

Demands for CBI Probe Intensify as Punjab Police’s Narrative in Gurdaspur Encounter Draws Heavy Scrutiny

Following the controversial pre-dawn alleged police encounter of 19-year-old Ranjit Singh in Gurdaspur, political leaders and human rights organizations are intensifying their demands for an independent CBI investigation, questioning the official police narrative.

India to Inaugurate Double Use Road Strip in Assam After IAF Holds Successful Trial

As per Indian media reports, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has successfully executed trial landing and take-off operations on a newly constructed Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) in Assam, marking the operational readiness of the first such highway-based airstrip in Northeast India.

Crown Court Acquits Three in Landmark Case Affirming Sikh Religious Protocols

A UK Crown Court has acquitted three individuals in a case relating to the transfer of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji from a Hindi temple to Sikh Gurdwara Sahib, reaffirming the Sikh community’s right and responsibility to uphold Gurmat Rehat Maryada, according to a statement issued by the Satikar Committee UK.

India-US Interim Trade Framework: A Strategic Win or Economic Surrender?

The economic standoff between India and the United States, which began in August 2025 with punitive tariffs, has finally culminated in an "Interim Trade Framework" signed in February 2026.

Sikh Siyasat Releases Updated Android App with Enhanced Audiobook Player

Sikh Siyasat has released an updated version of its Android app on the Google Play Store, introducing new improvements to the audiobook experience.

Punjab Govt Opposes Release of MP Amritpal Singh, BJP MP Supports It

The demand for temporary release of Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh has triggered a sharp legal confrontation and interesting political angles.

YouTube Suspends SGPC’s Official Gurbani Kirtan Channel for One Week

On 19 November 2025, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) reported that YouTube has suspended its official channel, “SGPC, Sri Amritsar” (@sgpcsriamritsar), for one week.

Dal Khalsa Leader’s Father Passes Away; Cremation Scheduled for Tomorrow

S. Gurdev Singh, father of Dal Khalsa’s acting president S. Paramjit Singh Mand, passed away on October 21, 2025. The final rites will take place on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 11 AM in village Mand, near Sri Hargobindpur.

Floods in Punjab “Man-Made Disasters,” Says PAC; Moves NGT Against BBMB and Punjab Govt.

The Public Action Committee (PAC) has accused the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) and the Punjab Government of systemic negligence in dam operations, alleging that mismanagement turned seasonal floods into large-scale disasters in 2023 and 2025.

Ravi and Beas Rivers Flood Punjab Border Districts, Water Broke 3 Gates at Madhopur Headworks

On 27 August, floodwaters from the Ravi and Beas rivers surged deep into Punjab’s border districts, worsening the flood situation despite no rainfall during the day. Hundreds of villages were placed under threat as river levels continued to rise.

Flood Havoc in Punjab: Rivers Overflow, Crops Submerged, Schools Closed Till Aug 30

Parts of Punjab are gripped in floods as the rivers overflow due to heavy rain in catchment areas and more water bring released by BBMB from dams.

Historic Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib Flooded After Release of Water in Ravi River

The historic Gurdwara Darbar Shaib, Kartarpur Sahib in West Punjab has been inundated after large volumes of water were released into the Ravi river from East Punjab.

Heavy Rains Keep Punjab Rivers in Spate; Schools Closed Across Districts

Punjab continues to reel under severe flooding triggered by heavy rainfall in the upper catchments of the Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi rivers. Authorities have been forced to release large volumes of water from major reservoirs, leading to fresh inundations in several districts.

Cops Caught on Camera Brutally Beating Journalist in Punjab, Suspended

Two Punjab Police commandos—Sub-Inspector Mandeep Singh (in uniform) and another officer in civilian clothes—were caught on camera assaulting journalist Balwinder Singh, a reporter for a Hindi daily, in broad daylight on a busy street.

Land Pooling Policy Sparks Controversy Across Punjab

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which once rose to popularity in Punjab by amplifying local issues and promoting pro-people discourse, now finds itself increasingly cornered—much like traditional political parties—as it faces public anger over its controversial Land Pooling Policy.

Legendary Marathoner Fauja Singh Passes Away at 114 in Road Accident

Fauja Singh, the iconic marathon runner known worldwide as the “Turbaned Tornado,” passed away on the evening of July 14, 2025. He was 114.

Discussion Held on Bhai Narain Singh Chaura’s Book as a Rebuttal to G.B. Sidhu’s Claims

Discussion on Bhai Narain Singh Chaura’s book Khalistan Virudh Saazish counters G.B. Sidhhu’s narrative with facts on Sikh struggle, held on 6 July 2025 in Chandigarh.

Indus Water Dispute: Court Upholds Jurisdiction; India Rejects, Pakistan Welcomes

The Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) has ruled (on 27th June 2025) that it retains full jurisdiction in a high-stakes inter-state arbitration initiated by Pakistan against India under the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty.

Ludhiana Bypoll Result: AAP Retains Seat, Sanjeev Arora Wins; Kejriwal May Be Nominated to Rajya Sabha

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has retained the Ludhiana (West) Assembly seat in the by-election held following the demise of its MLA Gurpreet Bassi Gogi.

June 1984 Ghallughara: New Book Released at Gurmat Samagam in Varpal Village

During a recent Gurmat Samagam held in Varpal village and dedicated to the memory of Ghallughara June 1984, a new book titled “Ghallughara June 1984: Akhin Dithe te Hadin-Handaye Haal" (Eyewitness and Lived Experiences) was officially released.

Are Corporates Eyeing Punjab’s Land? Don’t Miss This Eye-Opening Talk by Journalist Hamir Singh

In this talk, Punjabi journalist Hamir Singh delves into the pressing issue of corporate interest in Punjab's agricultural land. With a deep understanding of regional politics and socio-economic dynamics, he critically examines how corporate policies and land acquisition trends may be affecting farmers and rural communities in Punjab.

Controversial Pastor Bajinder Convicted of Rape and Sexual Abuse by Mohali Court

In a landmark ruling, a Mohali court on March 28, 2025, convicted Pastor Bajinder , a self-proclaimed Christian preacher and leader of "The Church of Glory and Wisdom,

Punjab and Haryana High Court Warns of Potential Abuse in Punjab Police’s use of Arrest Quotas

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has issued a stern warning against the Punjab Police’s use of arrest quotas in its anti-drug campaign, raising concerns over potential abuse of authority and the framing of innocent individuals.

Elon Musk’s X Challenges Govt of India in Karnataka HC Over IT Act’s Content-Blocking Powers

Social media platform X, formerly Twitter, has filed a petition in the Karnataka High Court, contesting the Indian government's use of Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act to block content.

Exclusive: Interview with Sikh Lawyer About UNHRC Seeking Explanation from India

The international political landscape is shifting rapidly, and geopolitical fault lines are becoming more pronounced. South Asia has emerged as a focal point for major global powers. The aggressive campaign by the BJP-led Indian government focussed on Sikh activists worldwide has prompted the Sikh community, along with family members of a slain Canadian Sikh activists, […]

Farmers To Resume Delhi Chalo from 21 January from Shambhu Border

Chandigarh: A group of 101 farmers will resume their “Delhi Chalo” protest foot-march from the Shambhu border on January 21 to demand that the Centre address key issues, including the implementation of a minimum support price (MSP) for their crops and a debt waiver. Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher announced the protest on 16th January […]

Sikh Siyasat’s YouTube Channel Recovered After Hacking Attack

Chandigarh: Sikh Siyasat’s official YouTube channel was hacked on January 7, 2024. In a statement issued on January 8, Parmjeet Singh Gazi, the Chief Editor of Sikh Siyasat, confirmed that the channel had been compromised in the early hours of January 7. YouTube detected suspicious activity and subsequently removed the channel from the platform. “Upon […]

Pilibhit Encounter Involving Three Youth from Punjab: Police Claims Success Amidst Questions and Calls for Impartial Inquiry

Chandigarh: On December 23, 2024, Punjab Police DGP Gaurav Yadav announced a breakthrough against an alleged module of the Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF), stating that three members of the group were killed in an “encounter” in the jurisdiction of Puranpur Police Station, in the Pilibhit district of Uttar Pradesh. He described it as a joint […]

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