Narendra Modi Led BJP Government in India (2019-2024)

Arrests Made in Bhai Hardeep Singh Nijjar Assassination Case; India’s Criminal Nexus Revealed

US State Department’s Human Rights Report Notes Social Media Blockings in Punjab

What does the transcript of the press interaction with Jake Sullivan inform of the concerns of US media regarding the Delhi chapter of G20 Convention?

Perturbed over the Scuttling of M&N-20, Dal Khalsa writes to G20 urging them to listen to their voices

Rishi Sunak Playing Dangerous Politics by Demonizing Sikhs to Appease India: Sikh Federation UK

India’s MHA Suspends FCRA of Centre for Policy Research

Vigourousness of Empire: Aurangzeb, Stalin and Modi

Farmers’ Unions Decide to Talk to GoI But Protests to Continue for Now

Indian Government Extends Fresh Invite for Talks to Farmers’ Unions Protesting in Punjab

Webinar To Explore Various Aspects of Agrarian Crisis in Punjab

Farmers, Experts Rue That India Blocks Punjab’s Potential of International Trade of Agricultural Products

Farmers’ Struggle: Right to Price Determination & Freedom of International Trade Should be Demands

Modi Govt Intimidating Amnesty for Exposing State’s Complicity in Delhi violence, says Dal Khalsa

Amnesty International India Halts Its Work In India; Cites Reprisal From Government Of India

Farmers’ Struggle on Agriculture Bills & Laws in Punjab: Challenges & Possibilities (Bhai Ajmer Singh)

Harsimrat Kaur Badal’s Resignation: Face-Saving by Badals

Sikh Body Wants Indian Government to Reopen Kartarpur Sahib Corridor

Sikh Political Prisoner Bhai Lal Singh Finally Gets Permanent Release After 28 Years

Bombay High Court Hearing PIL Seeks UAPA Against Twitter

Stop Repression and Illegal Detention of Sikhs Youth in Punjab Under Lawless Laws like UAPA: ASC

Sikh Lawyer Releases Latest List of UAPA Cases in Punjab; Congress Govt. Using UAPA Faster than Last SAD-BJP Govt.

Indian Army Moves 3 Divisions, Tanks to Ladakh

Deliberate Interference in Chinese Corporations will not Serve the Interests of the Indian Side, says China on India’s Move to Block Apps

Why TikTok, UC Browser, Cam Scanner, WeChat, ShareIt (59 Apps) Are Blocked by India – What GoI Says?

Russia and the China-India Clash: Excerpts from Writeup of Girish Shahane

Ladakh Standoff: A Comparison of Statements Issued by MFA (China) and MEA (India) on 24 June

Indian PMO Issues Clarification on Modi’s Statement that China Did Not Enter Indian Territory

China India Face-off in Galwan (Ladakh): How It Could Impact South Asia, Punjab and the Sikhs?

A Comparison of China and India’s Statements About Phone Talk of Foreign Ministers

Major Generals of Chinese and Indian Army Holding Talks After 3 Casualties on Indian Side

Ladakh Standoff: Indian Army Officer, 2 Soldiers Killed in Violent Clash With Chinese Military

Chinese Daily Criticise and Condemn Indian Experts; Cautions Against Playing with Fire

India-Nepal Relationship Deteriorating Fast; Delhi Reaches Out to Kathmandu

Sikh Group urges British PM to tackle Modi on India’s purported Self Determination ‘Opt-out’

Australia and India Sign Use of Military Bases & Logistic Support Deal; What’s Next?

What Is China-India Border Dispute? Reasons Behind Ladakh Standoff 2002 & Possible Impacts on Punjab

Ladakh Standoff: India Admits Presence of Sizeable Chinese Troops; Lt. Generals to Talk; Statements by USA and Russia

India’s Defence Minister ‘Defensively’ Talks About Ladakh Standoff at LAC with China

China Rejects US President’s Offer to Mediate Between China and India to End Their Border Standoff

Xi Jinping Tells Chinese Military to Scale up Training and Battle Preparedness, And Think About Worst-Case Scenarios

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Narendra Modi Led BJP Government in India (2019-2024)

Arrests Made in Bhai Hardeep Singh Nijjar Assassination Case; India’s Criminal Nexus Revealed

May 4, 2024

Canadian authorities have arrested three persons in connection to the murder of Bhai Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Last June, Bhai Nijjar, a Sikh activist, was tragically assassinated in Canada.

US State Department’s Human Rights Report Notes Social Media Blockings in Punjab

April 23, 2024

The US State Department has released its "2023 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: India". The report enlists various issues concerning human rights while citing instances of human rights abuses in India.

What does the transcript of the press interaction with Jake Sullivan inform of the concerns of US media regarding the Delhi chapter of G20 Convention?

September 9, 2023

The press interaction on the Air Force One with the NSAUS Mr Jake Sullivan underscored the concerns of the US media regarding the Delhi chapter of G20 Convention.

Perturbed over the Scuttling of M&N-20, Dal Khalsa writes to G20 urging them to listen to their voices

September 9, 2023

Pro-freedom Sikh group Dal Khalsa has written to G20 countries urging them to listen to the voices and viewpoints of the communities and nationalities that are being suppressed and threatened by the present dispensation in the country that is hosting the G20 summit.

Rishi Sunak Playing Dangerous Politics by Demonizing Sikhs to Appease India: Sikh Federation UK

September 8, 2023

The Sikh Federation UK has alleged that British Prime Minster Rishi Sunak is playing dangerous politics ahead of his meeting with Narendra Modi in Delhi by demonising British Sikh minority to simply appease India.

India’s MHA Suspends FCRA of Centre for Policy Research

March 2, 2023

India's Ministry of Home Affairs suspended the registration under the Foreign Contribution Regulatory Act of Centre for Policy Research (CPR) for a period of 180 days.

Vigourousness of Empire: Aurangzeb, Stalin and Modi

January 4, 2021

After imprisoning his father Shah Jahan, Aurangzeb became emperor of Delhi's Mughal power. Aurangzeb is known as a powerful and Islamic orthodoxy king. He slained his competitor brothers Dara Shikoh, Sujah, Murad and Dara's son to gain autonomous power of Delhi.

Farmers’ Unions Decide to Talk to GoI But Protests to Continue for Now

October 13, 2020

Thirty farmers' unions, active in Punjab, have decided to hold talks with the Government of India over new controversial agriculture laws enacted by the BJP government.

Indian Government Extends Fresh Invite for Talks to Farmers’ Unions Protesting in Punjab

October 12, 2020

The Government of India (GoI) on Sunday extended a fresh invitation to Punjab’s farmers’ unions, who have been protesting against the new farm laws, for holding talks on issue on October 14. The invite is extended in second time with in a week.

Webinar To Explore Various Aspects of Agrarian Crisis in Punjab

October 9, 2020

Punjab’s farmers have been protesting against new agricultural laws enacted by the Government of India (GoI). Other sections of the Punjabi society, especially the youths, have also come forward in support of farmers.

Farmers, Experts Rue That India Blocks Punjab’s Potential of International Trade of Agricultural Products

October 9, 2020

As farmers’ dharna on the Amritsar-Delhi railway tacks completed 14 days on Wednesday, many protesters recalled how they had sat at the same track for seven weeks in 2016 to push state government to pursue better marketing of Punjab Basmati in Iran and other middle eastern countries. They also rued that due to diplomatic reasons, Punjab was not able to fully realise the potential of trading its agri-products through the Wagah border.

Farmers’ Struggle: Right to Price Determination & Freedom of International Trade Should be Demands

October 6, 2020

In this video S. Malkeet Singh advocates that Right to Price Determination, Right to Natural Resources and Freedom of Commerce & International Trade should be demands of farmers' struggle.

Modi Govt Intimidating Amnesty for Exposing State’s Complicity in Delhi violence, says Dal Khalsa

October 3, 2020

Dal Khalsa slams the Indian government for stoking the climate of fear psychosis through “terror tactics” compelling Amnesty International India to shut down its services in the country.

Amnesty International India Halts Its Work In India; Cites Reprisal From Government Of India

September 29, 2020

The complete freezing of Amnesty International India’s bank accounts by the Government of India which it came to know on 10 September 2020, brings all the work being done by the organization to a grinding halt. The organisation has been compelled to let go of staff in India and pause all its ongoing campaign and research work. This is latest in the incessant witch-hunt of human rights organizations by the Government of India over unfounded and motivated allegations, Amnesty International India said today.

Farmers’ Struggle on Agriculture Bills & Laws in Punjab: Challenges & Possibilities (Bhai Ajmer Singh)

September 28, 2020

Farmers in Punjab have been protesting against three agriculture ordinances promulgated by Narendra Modi led Union Government in India. Protests have intensified after the Union Government proceeded forward with its plan to convert these ordinances into permanent laws.

Harsimrat Kaur Badal’s Resignation: Face-Saving by Badals

September 18, 2020

Caught in a complex situation Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal) has attempted to save its face on agriculture ordinances issue by tendering resignation of Harsimrat Kaur Badal from the Union Cabinet. SAD (B), a political ally of BJP, was given cabinet berth in BJP led Union government.

Sikh Body Wants Indian Government to Reopen Kartarpur Sahib Corridor

September 11, 2020

The Shiromani Gurdwara Prabhandak Committee (SGPC) has demanded that the government of India should reopen Kartarpur Sahib corridor for yatris. The corridor which connects Kartarpur Sahib in Narowal district of West Punjab with Dera Baba Nanak in Gurdaspur district of East Punjab was opened in November last year to allow Sikhs from eastren side to visit the sacred place of Kartarpur Sahib, once inhabited by Guru Nanak Ji.

Sikh Political Prisoner Bhai Lal Singh Finally Gets Permanent Release After 28 Years

August 24, 2020

Sikh political prisoner Bhai Lal Singh Akalgarh was finally released on a permanent basis today. He has been imprisoned in India for the past 28 years. Arrested on 14 July 1992, Bhai Lal Singh was sentenced to imprisonment for life by a designated TADA court of Ahmadabad Rural at Mirzapur (Gujrat) on 8 January 1997 under sections 3 and 5 of TADA Act, 120-B IPC, section 5 of Explosives Act and Section 25(1)(a) of Arms Act.

Bombay High Court Hearing PIL Seeks UAPA Against Twitter

July 17, 2020

Mumbai: Bombay High Court is hearing a ‘public interest litigation’ (PIL) seeking directions for National Investigation Agency (NIA) of India to take action against Twitter under penal provisions of law. What’s the Matter? According to available information in his PIL, the petitioner has requested the Bombay High Court to issue directions to the NIA to […]

Stop Repression and Illegal Detention of Sikhs Youth in Punjab Under Lawless Laws like UAPA: ASC

July 17, 2020

Chandigarh: In a written statement (copy with SSN) the American Sikh Council (ASC) has expressed grave concerns about the alleged “illegal detention of innocent Sikh youth” across the state of Punjab in the past two weeks. ASC said: [s]ince late June 2020, over dozen Sikhs have been arrested around Punjab including Lovepreet of village Shadipur […]

Sikh Lawyer Releases Latest List of UAPA Cases in Punjab; Congress Govt. Using UAPA Faster than Last SAD-BJP Govt.

July 13, 2020

An updated tentative list released by Sikh lawyer Advocate Jaspal Singh Manjhpur has revealed that the Congress party led Punjab government is faster than previous SAD-BJP government in at least one perspective- registering cases under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA). UAPA is considered present day notorious law and a new avatar of draconian TADA and POTA.

Indian Army Moves 3 Divisions, Tanks to Ladakh

July 1, 2020

Amidst ongoing standoff with China, the Indian Army has reportedly more troops and tanks in Ladakh sector on Tuesday (June 30).

Deliberate Interference in Chinese Corporations will not Serve the Interests of the Indian Side, says China on India’s Move to Block Apps

June 30, 2020

Commenting on Government of India (GoI)'s move to block 59 Chinese Apps, including TikTok, Cam Scanner, WeChat and ShareIt, China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that "deliberate interference in such cooperation will not serve the interests of the Indian side".

Why TikTok, UC Browser, Cam Scanner, WeChat, ShareIt (59 Apps) Are Blocked by India – What GoI Says?

June 30, 2020

Amidst heightened tensions with China in Ladakh region, the Government of India yesterday announced to 'block' 59 mobile apps. Most of these apps were developed and run by Chinese companies. The list included many popular apps like TikTok, UC Browser, CamScanner and WeChat (full list below).

Russia and the China-India Clash: Excerpts from Writeup of Girish Shahane

June 28, 2020

An opinion write-up by Girish Shahane appeared in live-mint under title "Russia and the India-China clash". Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) has taken out excerpts from this write-up that are being shared below for SSN readers. Readers, who are willing to read the full article my visit the source link given at the end of following excerpts

Ladakh Standoff: A Comparison of Statements Issued by MFA (China) and MEA (India) on 24 June

June 26, 2020

Amidst reports of Chinese military deployment near strategically important Daulat Beg Oldi, talks between the two sides continue. Both sides issued their official words on the ongoing standoff, situation at Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh and mutual talks.

Indian PMO Issues Clarification on Modi’s Statement that China Did Not Enter Indian Territory

June 21, 2020

A day after Indian prime minister Narendra Modi told leader of Indian political parties during ‘All Party Meeting’ that “[n]either have any intruded into our border, nor has any post been taken over by them (China)”, Indian PMO issued a clarification alleging that “attempts [were] being made in some quarters to give a mischievous interpretation to remarks by the Prime Minister”.

China India Face-off in Galwan (Ladakh): How It Could Impact South Asia, Punjab and the Sikhs?

June 20, 2020

China and India has been engaged in a face-off in Galwan valley of Ladakh region. A clash broke out between Chinese and Indian soldiers on intervening night of 15 and 16 June which resulted in deaths of 20 Indian army personnel, including a commanding officer.

A Comparison of China and India’s Statements About Phone Talk of Foreign Ministers

June 19, 2020

Foreign Ministers of China and India had a telephonic conversation on Wednesday (June 17) in wake of Monday (June 15)’s incident in which 20 Indian soldiers, including a commanding officer, were killed. Media reports say that there were casualties on Chinese side also but China did not release any information in this regard.

Major Generals of Chinese and Indian Army Holding Talks After 3 Casualties on Indian Side

June 16, 2020

In the wake of Monday night’s incident in which one officer and two soldiers of Indian Army were killed in a fight with Chinese military, Major Generals of China and India are talking to defuse the situation in the Galwan Valley, Ladakh and other areas.

Ladakh Standoff: Indian Army Officer, 2 Soldiers Killed in Violent Clash With Chinese Military

June 16, 2020

An Indian Army officer and two soldiers were reportedly killed in Ladakh's Galwan Valley on Monday night during violent face off with Chinese military, according to Indian media reports.

Chinese Daily Criticise and Condemn Indian Experts; Cautions Against Playing with Fire

June 16, 2020

Chandigarh: Amid heightened tensions between China and India in wake of recent standoff between in Ladakh, Chinese daily the Global Times has criticised and Condemned Indian experts in strong words. GT is considered as the mouthpiece of the Communist Party of China. Referring to a webinar held last Friday, Global Times said: “[t]hese strategic experts […]

India-Nepal Relationship Deteriorating Fast; Delhi Reaches Out to Kathmandu

June 16, 2020

India-Nepal relationship is moving fast towards the edge. It all started with Nepal releasing a new political map of the country which included certain areas as parts of Nepal which are also claimed by India. Last week a bill was moved in Nepal’s parliament to amend the constitution of Nepal in accordance with the new political map. The bill is unanimously passed by the lower house of Nepal parliament.

Sikh Group urges British PM to tackle Modi on India’s purported Self Determination ‘Opt-out’

June 15, 2020

On the 36th anniversary of the infamous Indian army attack on the Sikh nation’s spiritual and temporal seats of authority in Amritsar in June 1984, the World Sikh Parliament has written to the UK’s prime minister calling on him to take his Indian counterpart to task over the issue that has defined the Indo-Sikh conflict over recent decades – India’s unlawful denial of the right of self-determination in the Sikh homeland. The British government’s responsibilities as the former colonial power, the imperative of upholding international law and the need to disavow the foolish complicity of the then Thatcher government, provide sufficient reason to act, according to the global Sikh body.

Australia and India Sign Use of Military Bases & Logistic Support Deal; What’s Next?

June 5, 2020

India and Australia have signed a pact on access to military bases for logistics support. The pact was one of the seven agreements singed after a virtual summit between Indian PM Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison.

What Is China-India Border Dispute? Reasons Behind Ladakh Standoff 2002 & Possible Impacts on Punjab

June 3, 2020

Sikh Siyasat editor Parmjeet Singh talked to author and political analyst S. Ajaypal Singh Brar about Sino-India Standoff in Ladakh 2020.

Ladakh Standoff: India Admits Presence of Sizeable Chinese Troops; Lt. Generals to Talk; Statements by USA and Russia

June 3, 2020

Chinese and Indian soldiers were engaged in a standoff in several areas along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh region for close to a month now. While China has been in aggressive mood, India is playing defensive.

India’s Defence Minister ‘Defensively’ Talks About Ladakh Standoff at LAC with China

May 31, 2020

The Government of India (GoI) has been under pressure because of China's aggressive mode in Ladakh. If media reports are to be believed Chinese soldiers have advanced into the territory which India claims as part of region under its control. The issue has been in discussion for about a month now but there was no official response from any senior member of the government of India so far.

China Rejects US President’s Offer to Mediate Between China and India to End Their Border Standoff

May 30, 2020

China on Friday (May 29) rejected US President Donald Trump's offer to mediate between India and China to end their current border standoff, saying the two countries do not need the intervention of a "third party" to settle their differences.

Xi Jinping Tells Chinese Military to Scale up Training and Battle Preparedness, And Think About Worst-Case Scenarios

May 27, 2020

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday stressed achieving the targets and missions of strengthening the national defense and armed forces for 2020, while maintaining effective epidemic control on a regular basis, according to Chinese Official media Global Times.

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