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Parole of Sikh Political Prisoner Paramjit Singh Bheora Now Depends on Punjab Government’s Political Will

Sikh political prisoner Paramjit Singh Bheora has served over 31 years with remission. With all administrative clearances secured, his parole now depends entirely on the Punjab government's political will.

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.

Beant Singh Case: Supreme Court to Hear Bhai Balwant Singh Rajoana’s Plea for Commutation of Death Sentence on March 18

The Supreme Court has fixed March 18 as the next date for hearing the plea of Bhai Balwant Singh Rajoana, who is facing the death sentence in the Beant Singh case. Senior Advocate Mukul Rohatgi cited previous orders regarding the delay in deciding the constitutional review petition while opposing the Centre's request for more time.

Sikh Federation Canada Criticizes High-Level Security Meetings Between Ottawa and New Delhi

Following the recent visit of Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval to Ottawa, the Sikh Federation Canada has expressed deep concern over the Canadian government’s engagement with Indian officials. The organization is calling for a suspension of high-level security agreements until full accountability is achieved regarding transnational repression and the assassination of Bhai Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

Governments Lack Political Will for Prof. Bhullar’s Release: Bibi Navneet Kaur

Following the rejection of Prof. Davinderpal Singh Bhullar's early release petition by the Delhi Sentence Review Board, his wife, Bibi Navneet Kaur, has criticized the government. She stated that while parties support his release when in opposition, they lack the "political will" to act once in power, despite Bhullar being incarcerated since 1995.

Delhi’s BJP Government Rejects Permanent Release Plea of Prof. Davinderpal Singh Bhullar

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Delhi government has rejected the case for the permanent release of Prof. Davinderpal Singh Bhullar. This development was confirmed by Advocate Jaspal Singh Manjhpur, head of 'Panj-Aab Lawyers', who provides legal counsel for Sikh political prisoners, commonly referred to as 'Bandi Singhs'.

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.

Ravi-Beas Tribunal Aborts Inspection After Massive Farmer Blockade in Ropar

Ravi-Beas Tribunal, led by Justice Vineet Saran, was forced to cancel its scheduled inspection of the Bhakra Management Line in Ropar on Friday. The cancellation followed a massive blockade of the National Highway by the Kirti Kisan Union, who fear the assessment is a precursor to reviving the controversial Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) canal project.

Dal Khalsa Slams Rahul Gandhi and Ravneet Bittu Over Family History

The Sikh group Dal Khalsa has hit out at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu, calling them heirs to a legacy of violence against the Sikh community.

Dal Khalsa Flags Dangerous Nexus Undermining Sikh Fundamentals and Judicial Credibility

Dal Khalsa has taken serious note of recent developments that point to a disturbing and long-standing nexus between the Union Government, sections of the judiciary, and schismatic establishments that have historically functioned to dilute and undermine the core Sikh doctrine of Shabad Guru.

Dal Khalsa Communique to new US Ambassador Seeks détente in South Asia for Peace, Redressal of Conflicts

Recently, when Mr Sergio Gor took charge as the US Ambassador to India, the Dal Khalsa wrote a letter seeking his attention to a matter of urgent regional concern and the challenges being faced by the people of Punjab.

Delhi High Court Directs Authorities to Decide Bhai Hawara’s Parole Within 4 Weeks

The Delhi High Court on Thursday (22 January 2026) issued directions to the concerned authorities to communicate a decision on the parole application of Sikh political prisoner Bhai Jagtar Singh Hawara within four weeks.

Viral Claim: Parts of Punjab to Be Merged with Jammu – Fact Check and Full Analysis

Journalist Mandeep Singh talks to Sikh Siyasat editor Parmjeet Singh Gazi. In this exclusive interview changing security scenarios between India and Pakistan, geopolitical and geostrategic importance of Punjab, role of Sikhs in Punjab and Indian subcontinent and relation of these factors with current discussion about so-called secret plans of merging parts of Punjab with proposed Jammu state is discussed in detail.

Is There a Possibility of Parts of Punjab Being Merged into a Proposed Jammu State?

Rumours of redrawing Punjab–Jammu boundaries have resurfaced in India. While no proposal exists, historical mistrust keeps speculation alive.

FIR Against 16 in 328 Missing Saroops Case After Five Years; Former SGPC Chief Secretary Dr. Roop Singh Also Booked

he Punjab Police on Sunday (7 December 2025) registered an FIR against 16 persons, including the then Chief Secretary of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) and the former Secretary of its Dharam Parchar Committee (DPC), in connection with the case of 328 missing saroops of Sri Guru Granth Sahib.

Political Ban on Virsa Singh Valtoha Lifted; Gurbachan Singh’s Apology Accepted: SGPC appointed Jathedars Issue Adesh

A meeting of the “Five Singhs Sahibaan” was held today at the Secretariat of Sri Akal Takht Sahib under the leadership of SGPC-appointed Acting Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargajj.

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.

How to understand the data on female votes in bihar assembly elections 2025?

The crucial assembly elections 2025 have just been concluded. The exceptionally high poll percentage is being dissected to understand which of the two alliances, NDA or Mahagathbandhan, may benefit from this substantial jump in poll percentage.

Centre Withdraws Changes, but Students Firm Until Panjab University Elections Held

In a significant development, the Ministry of Education (Department of Higher Education), Government of India has revoked its Notification No. 5023 dated November 4, 2025, through a fresh order (S.O. 5063(E)) issued on November 7, 2025.

PU Crisis: Centre Revokes Oct 28 Order, But New Notification Put Changes on Hold

The Central government's move to restructure the Senate and Syndicate of Panjab University (PU) has created a big controversy. Student bodies are protesting, and the political leadership of Punjab is condemning the move. Many are seeing it as a move directed at ending the claim of Punjab over Chandigarh.

Resolutions Adopted by the New Faction of Shiromani Akali Dal on 11 August 2025 Delegate Conference

All three kind of resolutions adopted by Shiromani Akali Dal's new faction led by Giani Harpreet Singh on 11 August 2025 delegate conference at Amritsar. Read copies of the resolution documents.

Sikh Electoral Politics in Punjab Moves Towards Further Fragmentation

Sikh electoral politics in Punjab appears to be on a path of deepening fragmentation, with multiple factions positioning themselves ahead of future political contests.

Bibi Paramjit Kaur Khalra Will Not Contest Any Elections: Khalra Mission Organization

Khalra Mission leaders including Advocate Jagdeep Singh Randhawa, Baba Darshan Singh, Harmandeep Singh Sarhali, Gurjeet Singh Tarsikka, Virsa Singh Bahila, Kabal Singh Jodhpur, and Satvinder Singh Palasaur announced that Bibi Paramjit Kaur Khalra will not contest the upcoming Punjab Assembly bye-election from Tarn Taran—or any other election.

Decoding Quad Statement: Decisive Indication of India opting for Western Alliance on American Terms

At the conclusion of the 10th Quad Foreign Ministers in Washington, D.C., on 1 July 2025, the Secretary of State of the United States and the Foreign Ministers of Australia, India, and Japan released a joint statement.

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.

An In-Depth Discussion with Dr. Sukhdial Singh on the Takht Sahib and Gurdwara Management

The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), long dominated by the Badal dynasty, has seen a significant decline in credibility within the Sikh community.

Analyzing What the India-Pakistan Clash Means for Punjab, Sikhs & South Asia

Punjab and Kashmir—on both sides of the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control—became battlegrounds during the recent clashes between the two nuclear-armed South Asian rivals Pakistan has claimed that the Indian Army launched a missile targeting Nankana Sahib, which, according to them, was successfully intercepted by Pakistani forces.

How Canada Elections Results Could Impact Sikh Diaspora Amidst Rising India Pakistan Tensions?

Tensions between Canada and India escalated after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated in Parliament that agents of the Indian government were linked to the assassination of a Canadian Sikh activist on Canadian soil.

Punjab Government Takes Sudden Action to Uproot Farmers’ Protest; Shambhu and Khanauri Sites Cleared

The Punjab government took sudden action to uproot the year-long farmers' protest at the Khanauri and Shambhu borders, located between Punjab and Haryana.

CMCRM Holds a Conference in Delhi on Sikh-Muslim Unity

The call for Muslim-Sikh unity resonated at the Combined Movement for Constitutional Rights of the Minorities (CMCRM) Conference 2025, held at the IICC auditorium in Delhi to celebrate the ‘Malerkotla Legacy’ of fraternity.

Liberal Party of Canada Must Consider Sikh Concerns Regarding Chandra Arya’s Candidacy for Leadership: Sikh Federation Canada

Surrey, BC (January 10, 2025) The Sikh Federation Canada has raised significant concerns about Chandra Arya’s announcement to run for the leadership of the Liberal Party. The Sikh Federation Canada is urging the party to implement stringent vetting measures for all candidates, citing Chandra Aryas alignment with Indian state interests and his controversial actions and […]

Australia Must Safeguard Democratic Institutions from Foreign Interference: Sikh Federation of Australia

Sydney, Australia: The Sikh Federation Australia has called on Australian authorities to be vigilant against potential foreign interference in the countrys democratic processes, highlighting recent evidence from Canada that suggests India’s involvement in influencing elections and policies. The Federation raised concerns about similar activities in Australia, urging the government to take proactive steps to protect […]

Sikh Federation UK’s Statement About Tankhah to Sukhbir Badal and Other SAD (B) Leaders

London: The leadership of the Sikh Federation (UK), along with its Strategy Board and National Executive Team, has expressed strong support for the recent public pronouncements made by the Singh Sahiban at the Akal Takht. They praised the historic moment when the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leadership was publicly held accountable for their errors, which […]

Shot Fired At Sukhbir Badal Outside Ghanta Ghar Deorhri in Amritsar

Amritsar: A dramatic incident unfolded outside the “Ghanta Ghar Deorhri,” the entrance to the Darbar Sahib complex in Amritsar, when a shot was fired at Sukhbir Singh Badal, the former Deputy Chief Minister of Punjab and former president of the Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal faction), on December 4, 2024. Sukhbir Singh Badal, who had arrived […]

Punjab Bypolls: Simranjit Singh Mann Fields Grandson Gobind Singh Sandhu from Barnala

Chandigarh: The Punjab State Assembly by-elections are set to take place on November 13, 2024, for four seats: Giddarbaha, Barnala, Dera Baba Nanak, and Chabbewal. These seats became vacant following the recent Lok Sabha elections. In a joint meeting held at the Press Club Chandigarh, leaders from the Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar (Mann), International Panthic Dal […]

Gurpreet Singh Hari Nau’s Murder Case: All Major Updates Till Date

Chandigarh: The Punjab Police have claimed a breakthrough in the case of Gurpreet Singh Hari Nau’s murder. Punjab police chief DGP Gaurav Yadav addressed a press conference on October 17, 2024, stating that the “gangster” Arshdeep Singh, alias Arsh Dalla, based abroad, had masterminded the murder of Gurpreet Singh Hari Nau. Police Announce Three Arrests: […]

Political Storm Over Rahul Gandhi’s Comments About Highlight Need for a Sikh Homeland: Sikh Fed UK

Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Indian Parliament has kicked off a political storm following a speech in Virginia. Turning to a Sikh member of the audience he stated: “The fight is about whether he, as a Sikh, is going to be allowed to wear a turban in India; or whether, he, as a Sikh, will be allowed to wear a Kara in India; or whether he, as a Sikh, is allowed to go to a Gurudwara.”

Analysing Tankhah to Sukhbir Badal & SGPC President’s Statement About Control Over Akal Takht

In this interview, Sikh Siyasat editor Parmjeet Singh Gazi analyzes the recent actions of the Jathedar, particularly his decision to declare Sukhbir Badal as Tankhaiya, and the subsequent statement by the SGPC President regarding control over the Akal Takht.

Ongoing Upheaval in Sikh Electoral Politics in Punjab

The landscape of Sikh electoral politics is currently marked by significant upheaval and fluidity, reflecting a period of intense transformation and factionalism. The Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal) is at the center of this turbulence, as internal rifts have erupted within the party. The faction led by Sukhbir Singh Badal has expelled several senior leaders, accusing them of "anti-party activities," after the latter announced to organize “Akali Dal Sudhal Lehar” (SAD-Badal Reform Movement).

What Is Misl Satluj’s Vision for Punjab? Interview with Ajaypal Singh Brar

In this engaging video, journalist Mandeep Singh interviews Ajaypal Singh Brar, President of Misl Satluj, a socio-political organization that has recently unveiled its manifesto.

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