Harinder Singh (SikhRI)

Sovereign Authority of Akal Takht is Must under All Circumstances | Harinder Singh (Free Akal Takht)

SikhRI Launches ‘The Guru Granth Sahib Project’ (TGGSP) Website

Despite Bigotry and Discrimination, Sikhs Continue to Fight for Dignity in US Politics

Kartarpur Sahib Corridor: Sikh Soft Power

Harinder Singh (SikhRI) at 550th Parkash Gurpurab Samagam in Australian Federal Parliament

Kartarpur Karta Vasai: Kartarpur Sahib, Since its Inception to Now and Beyond (Harinder S. SikhRI)

GNDU To Host Harinder Singh SikhRI’s Lecture on “Sri Kartarpur Sahib: Since Its Inception To Now And Beyond”

How to Restore Supremacy of Akal Takht Sahib? Speech of Harinder Singh USA on #FreeAkalTakht

What Ails Us? – Speech of Harinder Singh (Sikh Research Institute)

What Really Ails Us – SikhRI Event in Chandigarh on November 15

How to Deal with Anger of 1984? Views and Experience of S. Harinder Singh

“The Panjab: A Quest for Unification” Webinar by SikhRI on Aug. 25

Punjab Police Scraps Sedition FIR Against ‘Sarbat Khalsa 2015’ Organizers

Upcoming Event: SikhRI to hold Webinar on “Sri Gur Sobha” on April 28

Who are Panjabis voting for on Feb 4? (by Harinder Singh)

Sikh Research Institute Honors the Legacy of Bhai Vir Singh

Draft Framework for Global Governance released by Free Akal Takht [Full Document in English]

Free Akal Takht team launches Global Sikh Governance Framework

1984: After the Darkness – Upcoming Webinar by SikhRI on June 04

People & Power: Sarbat Khalsa Event at Ontario Sikh Heritage Month on April 3

Free Akal Takht Movement Hosts Town Hall In Brampton on Feb. 19

Jagmeet Singh MPP and Harinder Singh on UK tour

SikhRI CEO Harinder Singh resigns

Copy of Sedition FIR against organizers of the Sarbat Khalsa 2015

Harinder Singh (SikhRI) responds to Queries about resolutions of Sarbat Khalsa 2015

Resolutions and Common Minimum Program Adopted by North American Sikhs about Sarbat Khalsa 2015 [Video]

SikhRI Announces the introduction of the Gurduara Governance Program

Des Panjab: Where are we today? – SikhRI Webinar on Aug 15

Special Interview with S Harinder Singh Sikh Research Institute by Qaumi Awaaz Radio

Sikh Research Institute Canada to host two educational workshops at Surrey on July 01

Harinder Singh (SikhRI)

SikhRI Hosts In-Person Book Conversation on Guru Gobind Singh Sahib: Life, Vision & Wisdom

January 21, 2026

Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) hosted an in-person book discussion on its latest publication, Guru Gobind Singh Sahib: Life, Vision & Wisdom, at Randhawa Auditorium, Punjab Kala Bhawan, Chandigarh, on 15 January 2026.

Guru Gobind Singh: Life, Vision and Wisdom | Discussion on Book with author Harinder Singh (SikhRI)

January 21, 2026

The Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) held a special book conversation on its latest publication, Guru Gobind Singh Sahib: Life, Vision & Wisdom, on Thursday, 15 January 2026, at Punjab Kala Bhawan in Sector 16, Chandigarh. The event was attended by the members of the media and the wider public to engage with a reflective dialogue that goes beyond historical narration to explore the contemporary relevance of the teachings and vision of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib.

SikhRI to Host Book Conversation on Guru Gobind Singh Sahib: Life, Vision & Wisdom in Chandigarh

January 11, 2026

Book conversation on Guru Gobind Singh Sahib: Life, Vision & Wisdom by Harinder Singh to be held in Chandigarh, exploring the Guru’s timeless vision and leadership.

Sovereign Authority of Akal Takht is Must under All Circumstances | Harinder Singh (Free Akal Takht)

July 7, 2025

To explore this subject in depth, Sikh Siyasat has launched a series of interviews with leading Sikh personalities, representatives of Sikh organisations and Sikh intellectuals to understand their perspectives on the root causes of these challenges and their vision for a solution.

SikhRI Launches ‘The Guru Granth Sahib Project’ (TGGSP) Website

September 13, 2020

The Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) has announced the first official release of The Guru Granth Sahib Project (TGGSP) website (app.gurugranthsahib.io) on September 1 to coincide with the First Prakash Purab (Illumination day) of then known Adi Granth in 1604. The project seeks to make a timeless treasure-house accessible for today's seekers, scholars, and techies to connect with the Sabad-Wisdom.

Despite Bigotry and Discrimination, Sikhs Continue to Fight for Dignity in US Politics

August 18, 2020

Presumptive Democratic Party nominee for the upcoming US elections, Joe Biden, in a tweet on 6 August paid homage to Sikh worshippers, who while praying at a Gurudwara (Sikh temple) in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, eight years ago, were killed by a white supremacist.

Kartarpur Sahib Corridor: Sikh Soft Power

February 23, 2020

Ever since the inauguration of the Kartarpur Sahib Corridor, three months ago, in November 2019, it has drawn the attention of media and strategic analysts in South Asia, and outside the region, for different reasons.

Harinder Singh (SikhRI) at 550th Parkash Gurpurab Samagam in Australian Federal Parliament

November 16, 2019

The Australian Sikh Council organised a Samagam to celebrate 550th Parkash Gurpurab of Guru Nanak ji at the Australian Federal Parliament on the 22nd October 2019.

Kartarpur Karta Vasai: Kartarpur Sahib, Since its Inception to Now and Beyond (Harinder S. SikhRI)

April 2, 2019

The Centre on Studies in Guru Granth Sahib, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar hosted a lecture of Sikh educationist and activist S. Harinder Singh on “Sri Kartarpur Sahib, since its inception to now and beyond” on Thursday, 28 March 2019.

GNDU To Host Harinder Singh SikhRI’s Lecture on “Sri Kartarpur Sahib: Since Its Inception To Now And Beyond”

March 27, 2019

The Centre on Studies in Guru Granth Sahib, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar is going to host the lecture of Sikh educationist and activist S. Harinder Singh on "Sri Kartarpur Sahib, since its inception to now and beyond".

How to Restore Supremacy of Akal Takht Sahib? Speech of Harinder Singh USA on #FreeAkalTakht

December 31, 2018

Samvad, a discussion forum, held an interaction with Sikh Educationist, Activist and Thinker S. Harinder Singh (Sikh Research Institute, USA) on #FreeAkalTakht initiative.

What Ails Us? – Speech of Harinder Singh (Sikh Research Institute)

December 21, 2018

Kendri Sri Guru Singh Sabha (Chandigarh) hosted a lecture of Sikh thinker, educationist and activist S. Harinder Singh on November 15, 2018 at Sri Guru Granth Sahib Bhawan, Sector 28A, Chandigarh.

What Really Ails Us – SikhRI Event in Chandigarh on November 15

November 14, 2018

S. Harinder Singh, Thinker, Educator, & Activist explores and discusses "What Really Ails Us” within a Sikhi context, followed by a questions and answers session, in Chandigarh on Thursday, 15 November 2018.

How to Deal with Anger of 1984? Views and Experience of S. Harinder Singh

November 4, 2018

Sikh educator and activist S. Harinder Singh has shared his experience and views about "How to deal with Anger of 1984?". The video is shared below for the information of viewers of the Sikh Siyasat News (SSN).

“The Panjab: A Quest for Unification” Webinar by SikhRI on Aug. 25

August 24, 2018

The Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) has announced to a webinar on topic "The Punjab: A Quest for Unification" on Saturday (August 25). Sikh educationist Harinder Singh will make presentation the the said topic during this webinar.

Punjab Police Scraps Sedition FIR Against ‘Sarbat Khalsa 2015’ Organizers

May 27, 2018

The mis-use of sedition law was indirectly admitted by the Punjab government and the Amritsar police as the police finally annulled the First-Information Report (FIR) registered against organisers of the Panthic Gathering at village Chabba on November 10, 2015 that was termed as "Sarbat Khalsa 2015".

Upcoming Event: SikhRI to hold Webinar on “Sri Gur Sobha” on April 28

April 26, 2018

The Sikh Research Institute has announced to hold a webinar on "Sri Gur Sobha" on Saturday, April 28, 2018. The webinar will be conducted from 12:00pm to 1:30pm EST by S. Harinder Singh.

Who are Panjabis voting for on Feb 4? (by Harinder Singh)

February 1, 2017

117 members for the Panjab Legislative Assembly will be elected in five days. Like it or not, the stark reality is that caste and religion play a big role throughout India, including Panjab.

Sikh Research Institute Honors the Legacy of Bhai Vir Singh

September 17, 2016

Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) is organizing the first diaspora conference in honor of Bhai Vir Singh to celebrate his lifetime achievements.

Draft Framework for Global Governance released by Free Akal Takht [Full Document in English]

July 1, 2016

The Free Akal Takht team has released draft of Framework for Global Governance. According to a press release, over the last 6 months, the Free Akal Takht movement has been gathering views from Sikhs worldwide on the ideal process for governing and decision-making within the global Sikh community.

Free Akal Takht team launches Global Sikh Governance Framework

July 1, 2016

Free Akal Takht team has launched "Global Sikh Governance Framework". Free Akal Takht movement has been gathering views from Sikhs worldwide on the ideal process for governing Global Sikh Community.

1984: After the Darkness – Upcoming Webinar by SikhRI on June 04

June 1, 2016

The Sikh Research Institute is going to hold it's next webinar on topic: "1984: After the Darkness". It will be presented by S. Harinder Singh.

People & Power: Sarbat Khalsa Event at Ontario Sikh Heritage Month on April 3

April 1, 2016

Toronto, Ontario: In a written statement sent to the Sikh Siyasat News (SSN), organizers of the “#FreeAkalTakht” movement said that Harinder Singh USA will lead and facilitate a discussion on “Power & People: Sarbat Khalsa” as part of Ontario’s 2nd annual Sikh Heritage Month (SHM) celebrations. The event will be held on April 3rd from 2:30pm to […]

Free Akal Takht Movement Hosts Town Hall In Brampton on Feb. 19

February 17, 2016

Brampton, ON: The Free Akal Takht movement is organizing a town hall event in Brampton this Friday evening to discuss solutions to the ongoing Sikh leadership and institutional crisis in Punjab.

Jagmeet Singh MPP and Harinder Singh on UK tour

February 4, 2016

On 2nd February, Harinder Singh (Former CEO, Sikh Research Institute) and Jagmeet Singh MPP (Deputy Leader, New Democratic Party, Canada) begin their 2016 UK Tour, said a written press release sent by Gurpreet Garcha - UK liaison, #FreeAkalTakht.

SikhRI CEO Harinder Singh resigns

December 15, 2015

New York: The Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) Board of Directors announced that founder and CEO Harinder Singh has tendered his resignation as CEO effective January 1, 2016. The Board of Directors has appointed current Chair of the Board, Inni Kaur, to serve as interim CEO. “We are grateful for Harinder’s vision and leadership over the […]

Copy of Sedition FIR against organizers of the Sarbat Khalsa 2015

November 14, 2015

The Punjab government has reportedly registered sedition cases against the organizers of the Sarbat Khalsa 2015, including Jathedars appointed by the organziers of the Sarbat Khalsa 2015.

Harinder Singh (SikhRI) responds to Queries about resolutions of Sarbat Khalsa 2015

November 11, 2015

North American Sikh Delegate Harinder Singh (SikhRI) responds to Queries about resolutions of "Sarbat Khalsa" 2015. This interaction was recording on November 10, 2015 at Chabba village soon after the conclusion of the Samagam.

Resolutions and Common Minimum Program Adopted by North American Sikhs about Sarbat Khalsa 2015 [Video]

November 1, 2015

S. Harinder Singh (Sikh Research Institute) introduces and reads out resolutions and common minimum program adopted by North American Sikhs about Sarbat Khalsa.

SikhRI Announces the introduction of the Gurduara Governance Program

September 20, 2015

The Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) has announced the introduction of the Gurduara Governance Program, a one day training session aimed at current and prospective Gurduara boards, management, and decision makers.

Des Panjab: Where are we today? – SikhRI Webinar on Aug 15

August 6, 2015

The British transferred the power in 1947 and the Panjab was partitioned, and later truncated in India. Millions were butchered and displaced in the aftermath. Plundered and violated, the Panjab has been caught between the Indo-Pak politics ever since.

Special Interview with S Harinder Singh Sikh Research Institute by Qaumi Awaaz Radio

December 26, 2014

S. Harinder Singh is an interdisciplinary researcher and global orator, passionately learning, analyzing and sharing intricacies of Sikh and Panjabi heritage. He delivers lectures at universities and interfaith conferences, interviews on TV & radio, and authors articles.

Sikh Research Institute Canada to host two educational workshops at Surrey on July 01

June 27, 2013

Surrey, Canada (June 27, 2013): It is learnt that the Sikh Research Institute Canada (SikhRI-Canada) shall be hosting two educational workshops on July 1, 2013 at Progressive Inter-Cultural Community Services (PICS) in Surrey. The SikhRI-Cananda has invited Sikhs to attend these workshops and get inspired and engaged in Sikhi.