Transnational Repression

Civil Rights and Interfaith Groups Intensify Opposition to RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat’s U.S. Visit

SFI Highlights Transnational Repression and Human Rights Violations in High-Level Washington and OAS Meetings

US Sikh Organizations Urge Secretary of State to Deny Entry to RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat

On UN Experts Letter to Canada on Threats to Sikh Activist in Canada and Transnational Repression

Carney Government Must Heed UN Warning on Sikh Activist: WSO Canada

Five United Nations Special Rapporteurs and Independent Experts’ Letter to Canada on India’s Transnational Repression

UN Officials Confront India’s Transnational Repression and Threats Against Bhai Moninder Singh

US DOJ Unseals Indictments Against Indian Gangsters: Charges Include Assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar

Sikh Federation Canada Demands Public Inquiry Following US Indictment of Bishnoi Network

Sikh Federation International Participants in International Conference at US Capitol

Indian Officials Face Risk of International Prosecution for 1984 Sikh Genocide, Explores Sikh Federation (UK)

Sikh Federation Strengthens Historic Ties During Strategic Visit to Azerbaijan

Sikh Federation UK Seeks Timeline for Labour Leadership Change, Demands Action on 1984 Inquiry and Jagtar Singh Johal

Sikh Coalition Provides Key Updates on Transnational Repression Training for California Law Enforcement

Sikh Coalition Urges Action to Support Asylum Seekers Against Harmful USCIS Rule

Anti-Sikh Hate on the Rise in Canada: WSO Releases Landmark National Report

Is Canada Compromising Its Sovereignty and Public Safety in Exchange for Trade with India? Analysis

WSO Challenges RCMP Commissioner’s Remarks on India Foreign Interference

Global Action Urged Against Indian Transnational Repression Following New UN-Aligned Report in Geneva

UN Experts Urged to Investigate Indian Transnational Repression Against Sikh Diaspora

Sikh Organizations Demand Tangible Commitments from Canadian MPs on Indian Interference

WSO to PM Mark Carney: If India is ‘Family,’ Where Do Sikh Canadians Fit?

Sikh Federation (UK) Criticizes Anita Anand Over “Naïve” Statements Ahead of PM Mark Carney’s India Trip

Sikh Body Urges Canadian PM Mark Carney to Raise ‘Transnational Repression’ Concerns with PM Modi Ahead of India Visit

Canadian PM Mark Carney’s Credibility at Stake During First India Visit Amid Transnational Repression Concerns

WSO Rejects Canadian Official’s Claim That India Is No Longer Linked to Violent Crimes

Nikhil Gupta’s Confession Exposes Major RAW Conspiracy: Panch Pradhani Jatha

WSO Condemns Escalating India-Linked Threats Against Sikh Activists Ahead of PM Carney’s Visit

Sikh Bodies Demand Answers from Home Minister Over Transnational Plots and Punjab Encounters

Sikh Federation Canada Condemns Move to Withhold Evidence in Bhai Hardeep Singh Nijjar Murder Trial

Bring Vikash Yadav to Trial: US Sikh Bodies Write to DOJ After Nikhil Gupta’s Guilty Plea

Sikh Federation America Calls Nikhil Gupta’s Guilty Plea a “Grave Moment” for International Law and Sovereignty

Sikh Coalition Calls for Accountability Following Nikhil Gupta’s Guilty Plea in Assassination Plot

Nikhil Gupta Pleads Guilty in Foiled Assassination Plot; Timeline of the Conspiracy Involving Ex-RAW Official Vikash Yadav

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

Official Statement by US Authorities on Nikhil Gupta’s Confession in Pannun Plot Case

Sikh Federation (UK) Raises Fresh Concerns Over Alleged Indian Transnational Repression

Bipartisan Sikh American Anti-Discrimination Bill Introduced in US Congress

Sikh Federation International Participates in Historic Conference on Violence Against Sikhs and the Sikh Struggle for Sovereignty

International Conference in Baku Highlights Violence Against Sikhs in India

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Transnational Repression

Civil Rights and Interfaith Groups Intensify Opposition to RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat’s U.S. Visit

August 29, 2026

Sikh Groups Oppose Mohan Bhagwat US Visit as Sikh, interfaith and civil rights organizations raise concerns over the RSS, minority rights, religious freedom and alleged transnational repression targeting Sikh activists.

SFI Highlights Transnational Repression and Human Rights Violations in High-Level Washington and OAS Meetings

August 26, 2026

Sikh Federation International raises concerns over transnational repression, human rights violations in Punjab, and the global spread of Hindutva during high-level Washington and OAS meetings.

US Sikh Organizations Urge Secretary of State to Deny Entry to RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat

August 22, 2026

Three US-based Sikh organizations have urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to deny entry to RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, citing concerns over religious freedom, minority persecution, and alleged transnational repression.

On UN Experts Letter to Canada on Threats to Sikh Activist in Canada and Transnational Repression

August 10, 2026

The global geopolitical landscape is shifting rapidly, and Sikhs and Punjab have emerged as pivotal factors in South Asian affairs.

Carney Government Must Heed UN Warning on Sikh Activist: WSO Canada

August 5, 2026

The World Sikh Organization of Canada has welcomed a joint intervention by five UN Special Rapporteurs urging Canada to strengthen protections for Sikh activist Moninder Singh Bual, accelerate investigations into credible threats against him, and address India's alleged campaign of transnational repression targeting Sikh activists.

Five United Nations Special Rapporteurs and Independent Experts’ Letter to Canada on India’s Transnational Repression

August 4, 2026

UN experts' communication explicitly places threats to Sikh activists in Canada within a broader pattern of India’s transnational repression targeting Sikh dissidents across the diaspora and was shared with the Government of India as well.

UN Officials Confront India’s Transnational Repression and Threats Against Bhai Moninder Singh

August 4, 2026

The United Nations has raised concerns over alleged transnational repression targeting Sikh activists, highlighting threats against Sikh Federation (Canada) spokesperson Bhai Moninder Singh. In a communication to Canada, five UN experts urged authorities to ensure his protection, investigate the reported threats, and provide accountability regarding ongoing security concerns.

US DOJ Unseals Indictments Against Indian Gangsters: Charges Include Assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar

July 9, 2026

The US DOJ unsealed indictments against 37 individuals tied to Indian transnational crime syndicates in "Operation Hard Ball." Charges span drug trafficking, racketeering, and the 2023 assassination of Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada.

Sikh Federation Canada Demands Public Inquiry Following US Indictment of Bishnoi Network

July 8, 2026

The Sikh Federation (Canada) is calling for an independent public inquiry and greater transparency following U.S. indictments against individuals linked to the Bishnoi network. The organization says the developments raise serious concerns about foreign interference, transnational repression, and the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada.

Sikh Federation International Participants in International Conference at US Capitol

June 27, 2026

At a major international conference inside the US Capitol, the Sikh Federation International made a powerful case for Sikh self-determination, highlighting India's human rights violations and transnational repression.

Indian Officials Face Risk of International Prosecution for 1984 Sikh Genocide, Explores Sikh Federation (UK)

June 6, 2026

The Sikh Federation (UK) announced at a recent conference in Baku that Indian officials could face prosecution abroad for the June 1984 Sikh Genocide under international laws. A copy of the written release is available with Sikh Siyasat News (SSN).

Sikh Federation Strengthens Historic Ties During Strategic Visit to Azerbaijan

June 4, 2026

Sikh Federation International recently concluded high-level engagements in Baku, Azerbaijan, focusing on Sikh history, human rights, and the right to self-determination. A formal agreement was also signed with the Baku Initiative Group to preserve Sikh heritage.

Sikh Federation UK Seeks Timeline for Labour Leadership Change, Demands Action on 1984 Inquiry and Jagtar Singh Johal

May 12, 2026

In a strongly worded open letter, the Sikh Federation UK is calling for a realistic timetable to elect a new Labour leader, urging immediate action on the 1984 public inquiry, the release of Jagtar Singh Johal, and rising transnational repression.

Sikh Coalition Provides Key Updates on Transnational Repression Training for California Law Enforcement

April 24, 2026

Following a promise by Governor Gavin Newsom, the Sikh Coalition has released new details regarding the upcoming CalOES transnational repression training for California law enforcement, which will prioritize jurisdictions with large Sikh populations.

Sikh Coalition Urges Action to Support Asylum Seekers Against Harmful USCIS Rule

April 23, 2026

The Sikh Coalition is calling on the community to oppose a newly proposed DHS and USCIS rule that would drastically delay work authorizations and protections for hardworking asylum seekers.

Anti-Sikh Hate on the Rise in Canada: WSO Releases Landmark National Report

April 21, 2026

The World Sikh Organization of Canada has released a comprehensive national report detailing a significant surge in anti-Sikh hate, bias, and harassment across the country, calling for urgent institutional action.

Is Canada Compromising Its Sovereignty and Public Safety in Exchange for Trade with India? Analysis

March 22, 2026

To discuss these and other related issues, journalist Mandeep Singh speaks exclusively with Bhai Moninder Singh of the Sikh Federation Canada.

WSO Challenges RCMP Commissioner’s Remarks on India Foreign Interference

March 20, 2026

The World Sikh Organization of Canada (WSO) has issued a statement expressing disappointment with RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme's recent comments, which suggested a halt in India-linked transnational repression in Canada. The WSO argues these remarks contradict both recent CSIS findings and the lived reality of Sikh Canadians.

Global Action Urged Against Indian Transnational Repression Following New UN-Aligned Report in Geneva

March 16, 2026

Coinciding with the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council, the Sikh Federation International and the Baku Initiative Group have released a comprehensive report urging the international community to counter Indian transnational repression.

UN Experts Urged to Investigate Indian Transnational Repression Against Sikh Diaspora

March 14, 2026

At the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council, the Sikh Federation International and Baku Initiative Group launched a report calling for an independent UN fact-finding mission to investigate India’s alleged transnational repression and violence against Sikh dissidents worldwide.

Sikh Organizations Demand Tangible Commitments from Canadian MPs on Indian Interference

March 5, 2026

A coalition of leading Canadian Sikh organizations has called upon federal MPs to make tangible commitments against Indian transnational repression, expressing deep dissatisfaction with partisan responses and the lack of diplomatic progress.

WSO to PM Mark Carney: If India is ‘Family,’ Where Do Sikh Canadians Fit?

March 3, 2026

The World Sikh Organization of Canada (WSO) has strongly reacted to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's recent remarks in New Delhi, questioning the implications for Sikh Canadians amidst ongoing concerns over transnational repression and unresolved assassination plots.

Sikh Federation (UK) Criticizes Anita Anand Over “Naïve” Statements Ahead of PM Mark Carney’s India Trip

March 2, 2026

The Sikh Federation (UK) has criticized Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand for failing to address concerns regarding political interference and transnational repression targeting Sikh activists, ahead of Prime Minister Mark Carney's four-day trip to India.

Sikh Body Urges Canadian PM Mark Carney to Raise ‘Transnational Repression’ Concerns with PM Modi Ahead of India Visit

February 27, 2026

Ahead of bilateral talks, Sikh organization Dal Khalsa has formally urged Canadian PM Mark Carney to firmly address transnational repression, organized crime, and rule of law issues during his upcoming diplomatic visit with Indian PM Narendra Modi.

Canadian PM Mark Carney’s Credibility at Stake During First India Visit Amid Transnational Repression Concerns

February 26, 2026

As Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney meets Narendra Modi in New Delhi, Sikh advocacy groups warn that his credibility on the world stage hinges on addressing alleged transnational repression and violent crime orchestrated on Canadian soil.

WSO Rejects Canadian Official’s Claim That India Is No Longer Linked to Violent Crimes

February 26, 2026

The World Sikh Organization of Canada has dismissed an anonymous government official's claim that Indian-linked transnational repression has ended, citing ongoing threats to Sikh activists ahead of PM Mark Carney’s trip to India.

Nikhil Gupta’s Confession Exposes Major RAW Conspiracy: Panch Pradhani Jatha

February 25, 2026

Following Nikhil Gupta's confession in a US court, the Panch Pradhani Jatha has issued a strong warning. They allege that Indian intelligence agencies, mirroring their overseas transnational repression tactics, are deliberately creating instability in Punjab. The group fears that these agencies might now employ hired assassins to target prominent Sikh figures, farmer leaders, and pro-Punjab activists within the state.

WSO Condemns Escalating India-Linked Threats Against Sikh Activists Ahead of PM Carney’s Visit

February 25, 2026

The WSO strongly condemns escalating India-linked threats to Sikh activists in Canada, warning PM Carney ahead of his India visit that lives are at risk.

Sikh Bodies Demand Answers from Home Minister Over Transnational Plots and Punjab Encounters

February 23, 2026

During a recent Panthic gathering in Moga, the pro-freedom Sikh organization Dal Khalsa raised deep concerns over alleged transnational repression and recent police encounters, seeking direct accountability and a political resolution from the Union Home Ministry.

Sikh Federation Canada Condemns Move to Withhold Evidence in Bhai Hardeep Singh Nijjar Murder Trial

February 21, 2026

Following an application by Canada's Attorney General to withhold relevant evidence citing national security, the Sikh Federation Canada is demanding full public transparency regarding foreign involvement in the June 2023 assassination of Bhai Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

Bring Vikash Yadav to Trial: US Sikh Bodies Write to DOJ After Nikhil Gupta’s Guilty Plea

February 21, 2026

US Sikh organizations have commended the Department of Justice for thwarting an assassination plot on American soil, while urgently requesting that federal authorities pursue full accountability for Indian government official Vikash Yadav and all co-conspirators.

Sikh Federation America Calls Nikhil Gupta’s Guilty Plea a “Grave Moment” for International Law and Sovereignty

February 18, 2026

The Sikh Federation America has termed Nikhil Gupta's guilty plea in the murder-for-hire plot against activist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun a critical turning point, demanding that justice extend beyond intermediaries to the Indian officials who orchestrated the operation.

Sikh Coalition Calls for Accountability Following Nikhil Gupta’s Guilty Plea in Assassination Plot

February 17, 2026

Following Nikhil Gupta's guilty plea for his role in a murder-for-hire conspiracy against a U.S.-based Sikh, the Sikh Coalition calls for continued action against the Indian government officials alleged to have directed the plot.

Nikhil Gupta Pleads Guilty in Foiled Assassination Plot; Timeline of the Conspiracy Involving Ex-RAW Official Vikash Yadav

February 14, 2026

Indian national Nikhil Gupta has pleaded guilty in a US court to plotting the assassination of Sikh activist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. Here is the full timeline of the case, the unmasking of handler Vikash Yadav, and details of the sting operation. Nikhil Gupta pleads guilty in US court.

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

February 13, 2026

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.

Official Statement by US Authorities on Nikhil Gupta’s Confession in Pannun Plot Case

February 13, 2026

Indian national Nikhil Gupta has officially pleaded guilty to murder-for-hire charges after orchestrating a foiled plot to assassinate a U.S. citizen and political activist in New York City.

Sikh Federation (UK) Raises Fresh Concerns Over Alleged Indian Transnational Repression

January 26, 2026

The Sikh Federation (UK) has renewed its call for transparency from the UK government following what it describes as new evidence relating to alleged transnational repression by Indian authorities targeting Sikh activists abroad, including in the United Kingdom.

Bipartisan Sikh American Anti-Discrimination Bill Introduced in US Congress

January 22, 2026

A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers has introduced new federal legislation aimed at addressing discrimination, hate crimes, and violence faced by Sikh Americans, marking a significant step toward formal recognition of anti-Sikh bias at the US national level.

Sikh Federation International Participates in Historic Conference on Violence Against Sikhs and the Sikh Struggle for Sovereignty

January 19, 2026

Delegates of Sikh Federation International (SFI) attended a historic conference in Baku, Azerbaijan this week, which focussed on India’s violence against the Sikh people and the ongoing struggle to establish an independent Sikh homeland, Khalistan.

International Conference in Baku Highlights Violence Against Sikhs in India

January 19, 2026

An international conference focusing on violence against Sikhs in India was held on 16 January 2026 in Baku, bringing together Sikh representatives, academics, legal experts and civil society members from multiple countries, according to a press release issued by Sikh Federation UK.

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