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Two More Gurdwaras in Pakistan Opened for Sikh Sangat

Sikh Businesses Commit to Provide £500m for Gurdwaras in Pakistan as Pak Govt Make Positive Overtures to UK Sikhs

Kartarpur Sahib Corridor: Pakistan Completes 90% Construction Work

Harsimrat K Badal, Amarinder Singh Urge Narendra Modi to Question Pakistan About Destruction of Haveli in Narowal

WSO Urges the Preservation of Guru Nanak Ji’s Fields in Kartarpur Sahib

Sikh Jatha Leaves for Pakistan to Participate in Vaisakhi Samagams

Pak Completes 50% of Construction Work on Kartarpur Sahib Corridor

India Postpones Kartarpur Corridor Meet; Pak Minister Asks India Not to Shy Away

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

Sikh Delegation Meets Pakistan HC in London; Says Parkash Gurpurab Celebrations Would Bolster Regional Peace

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

Pakistan Agrees to Keep Fields Around Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib Intact

India and Pakistan Hold Talks at Attari About Kartarpur Sahib Corridor; Next Round on April 2

Joint Statement of India And Pakistan on Kartarpur Sahib Corridor After March 14 Meeting

Pakistan Directs Its Delhi High Commission to Issue 3000 Yatri Visas for Sikhs on Vaisakhi

India Ready for Scheduled Talks with Pakistan on Kartarpur Sahib Corridor

Global Sikh Council Praises Pakistan PM Imran Khan for Kartarpur Corridor and Guru Nanak University

Pakistan to Name Baloki Forest Reserve After Guru Nanak Ji

Sikh Lawmaker Becomes Parliamentary Secretary in Pakistan

Antim Ardas for Bibi Manjit Kaur to Held at Nankana Sahib and Darbar Sahib

Pakistan’s Provincial Government to Turn Hari Singh Nalwa’s Fort into Museum

Pakistani Police Apologise After Sikh was Fined For Not Wearing Helmet

Bibi Manjeet Kaur, Wife of Exiled Sikh Leader Bhai Gajinder Singh, Passed Away

Vijay Sampla Creating Hurdles for Sikhs on Kartarpur Corridor: CM Amarinder Singh

New Tunnel to Take Sikhs Straight to Gurdwara Nankana Sahib

West Punjab Governor’s Office Gets First Sikh PRO

Construction Work at Kartarpur Sahib Corridor Site Picks Up Pace

Pakistan Sends 14 Point Draft Agreement to India for Kartarpur Sahib Corridor [READ FULL TEXT of DOCUMENT]

China Welcomes India and Pakistan’s Move to Open Kartarpur Sahib Corridor

World Sikh Parliament (WSP) Welcomes Kartarpur Sahib Corridor Initiative

Initial Details of Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib Corridor Plan: Facilities to be introduced for Sikh Yatris

Pakistan Lays Foundation Stone for Kartarpur Sahib Corridor; Imran Khan Calls to Break Past Shackles; India Announced Not to Attend SAARC Meet if held in Pakistan

World Sikh Parliament (WSP) Delegation Meet Governor of West Panjab in Pakistan

Sikh Candidate Radesh Singh Tony Contesting Pakistan Elections for General Seat

Sikh Family Alleges Forcible Evacuation from House Located on PETPB Land Near Lahore

Yatra to Nankana Sahib on Parkash Gurpurab: SGPC Tells Sikh Yatris to Submit Passports by August 6

Pakistan Rejects Indian Allegations Regarding Preventing Indian Envoy in Gurdwara Panja Sahib

Blame Game Likely As Indian High Commission ‘Prevented’ from Meeting Sikh Yatris in Panja Sahib (Pakistan)

SGPC Agrees to Send Jatha to Pakistan on Sher-E-Punjab Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s Barsi

Sikh Yatrees Visit Gurdwara Rohri Sahib And Gurdwara Kirtarpur Sahib in Pakistan

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Two More Gurdwaras in Pakistan Opened for Sikh Sangat

July 19, 2019

Maiden meeting the new Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Prabhandak Committee (PSGPC) was held on Thursday in which new office-bearers were appointed.

Sikh Businesses Commit to Provide £500m for Gurdwaras in Pakistan as Pak Govt Make Positive Overtures to UK Sikhs

June 11, 2019

Sayed Zulfiqar Bukhari the Chairman of the Pakistan Tourism Board and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan met Sikh community representatives at The Rembrandt Hotel in London on 10 June 2019. The meeting was to discuss religious tourism projects in Pakistan following the historic laying of foundation stones for the Kartarpur Sahib Corridor on either side of the border in November 2018.

Kartarpur Sahib Corridor: Pakistan Completes 90% Construction Work

June 1, 2019

The Pakistani authorities have reportedly completes 90% work for the construction of Kartarpur corridor, which will connect Gurdwara Darbar Sahib, Kartarpur Sahib in West Punjab to Gurdwara Darbar Shaib, Dera Baba Nanak in East Punjab.

Harsimrat K Badal, Amarinder Singh Urge Narendra Modi to Question Pakistan About Destruction of Haveli in Narowal

May 29, 2019

Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Prabhandak Committee (PSGPC), Evacuee Trust Property Board of Pakistan, Sikh historian and writer Amardeep Singh who has written books on Sikh heritage in Pakistan have all clarified that the building was not linked to Guru Nanak Ji. They said that it was an old Haweli and not a Sikh Gurdwara or religious place.

WSO Urges the Preservation of Guru Nanak Ji’s Fields in Kartarpur Sahib

May 22, 2019

WSO has requested that the Pakistan Government preserve the 104 acres of fields surrounding Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara where Guru Nanak lived and farmed for 19 years. Since the announcement of the Kartarpur Corridor in November 2018, there has been substantial construction resulting in the stripping of land around the Kartarpur Gurdwara in the name of religious tourism.

Sikh Jatha Leaves for Pakistan to Participate in Vaisakhi Samagams

April 12, 2019

The first Sikh Jatha left for Gurdwara Panja Sahib in Pakistan for Vaisakhi samagams on Friday (April 11).

Pak Completes 50% of Construction Work on Kartarpur Sahib Corridor

April 12, 2019

On Tuesday (April 9), Dr. Mohammad Faisal, official spokesperson of the Pakistan Foreign Office, informed that 50% work on the construction of the Kartarpur Corridor has been completed by Pakistan, and the terminals and roads required to make the Corridor functional are almost completed.

India Postpones Kartarpur Corridor Meet; Pak Minister Asks India Not to Shy Away

April 2, 2019

Last week the Indian government had announced to postpone April 2 talks with Pakistan on Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib to Dera Baba Nanak corridor.

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.

Sikh Delegation Meets Pakistan HC in London; Says Parkash Gurpurab Celebrations Would Bolster Regional Peace

April 1, 2019

A delegation of Sikhs representatives from a cross section of organisations and Gurdwaras across the UK met with a senior a Pakistani diplomat (on March 26, 2019) and have also written to Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan, pledging assistance in organising events linked to the forthcoming 550th Parkash Gurpurab of the founder of their faith. Amidst worrying regional tensions, the move will be seen as a welcome contrast to the events of recent weeks in South Asia.

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".

Pakistan Agrees to Keep Fields Around Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib Intact

March 21, 2019

As per media reports the government of Pakistan has agreed to keep the fields around Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib intact. The global Sikh sangat was concerned over reports about plans of mass construction around the Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib in Narowal district of West Punjab in Pakistan.

India and Pakistan Hold Talks at Attari About Kartarpur Sahib Corridor; Next Round on April 2

March 14, 2019

Amidst easing tension Officials from India and Pakistan met Thursday amid easing tensions to discuss opening a visa-free border crossing to allow pilgrims to easily visit a Sikh shrine just inside Pakistan.

Joint Statement of India And Pakistan on Kartarpur Sahib Corridor After March 14 Meeting

March 14, 2019

The officials of India and Pakistan held a meeting at Wagah-Attari crossing point between East and West Punjab. The meeting was held on East Punjab side. A joint statement was issued after the meeting.

Pakistan Directs Its Delhi High Commission to Issue 3000 Yatri Visas for Sikhs on Vaisakhi

March 13, 2019

Despite heightened tension with Indian state, the federal government of Pakistan on Monday (March 11) issued orders to Pakistan’s High Commission in New Delhi to issue visas to 3,000 Sikh Yatris for the upcoming Vaisakhi Mela.

India Ready for Scheduled Talks with Pakistan on Kartarpur Sahib Corridor

March 1, 2019

Indian government has reportedly said that it was open for talks on the Kartarpur Corridor issue that are scheduled for March 13 and receive the delegation from Pakistan.

Global Sikh Council Praises Pakistan PM Imran Khan for Kartarpur Corridor and Guru Nanak University

February 12, 2019

The Global Sikh Council (GSC) has praised the Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan for his string of measures as part of Guru Nanak Ji’s 550th Parkash Gurpurab celebrations this year.

Pakistan to Name Baloki Forest Reserve After Guru Nanak Ji

February 11, 2019

Pakistan's Prime Minister, Imran Khan, on Saturday (Feb. 9) that he plans to name the Baloki Forest Reserve after Guru Nanak Ji and has also asked his administration to establish a university after the name of first Sikh Guru.

Sikh Lawmaker Becomes Parliamentary Secretary in Pakistan

January 31, 2019

For the first time in Pakistan’s history, a Sikh lawmaker has been appointed as a parliamentary secretary. Department of Sardar Mahinder Pal Singh, a member of Punjab Assembly, is likely to be announced in the next couple of days, a news reported in The Express Tribune notes.

Antim Ardas for Bibi Manjit Kaur to Held at Nankana Sahib and Darbar Sahib

January 29, 2019

Bibi Manjeet Kaur, wife of Dal Khalsa founder Bhai Gajinder Singh passed away in Germany two days ago. She breathed her last in a hospital where she was admitted since last few weeks due to multiple health problems.

Pakistan’s Provincial Government to Turn Hari Singh Nalwa’s Fort into Museum

January 26, 2019

The government in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has decided to convert a historic fort built by a Sikh commander into a museum.

Pakistani Police Apologise After Sikh was Fined For Not Wearing Helmet

January 25, 2019

Reports emanating from Peshawar in Pakistan note that the traffic police authorities in this city of Pakistan Thursday (January 24) apologised to the Sikh community after a Sikh motorcyclist was issued a challan for not wearing a helmet. The cops said that the challan was issued “mistakenly”.

Bibi Manjeet Kaur, Wife of Exiled Sikh Leader Bhai Gajinder Singh, Passed Away

January 23, 2019

Bibi Manjeet Kaur, wife of Sikh leader Bhai Gajinder Singh passed away this morning due to health issues. He breathed last in a hospital in Canada. Bhai Gajinder Singh, a founding member of pro-freedom Sikh group Dal Khalsa, is living in exile.

Vijay Sampla Creating Hurdles for Sikhs on Kartarpur Corridor: CM Amarinder Singh

January 18, 2019

Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh has accused Indian Minister and former Punjab State BJP President Vijay Sampla for "trying to scuttle the dreams of the Sikh community by unnecessarily complicating the process of travel and darshan at the historic Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara".

New Tunnel to Take Sikhs Straight to Gurdwara Nankana Sahib

January 13, 2019

To facilitate Sikh devotees, a tunnel will be constructed from the railway track to the Gurdawara Nankana Sahib.

West Punjab Governor’s Office Gets First Sikh PRO

January 11, 2019

The provincial government of Punjab in Pakistan has appointed Sardar Pawan Singh Arora as the Public Relations Officer to West Punjab Governor.

Construction Work at Kartarpur Sahib Corridor Site Picks Up Pace

December 31, 2018

A report in Pakistan Observer notes that the constriction work at the site of Kartarpur corridor has picked up pace.

Pakistan Sends 14 Point Draft Agreement to India for Kartarpur Sahib Corridor [READ FULL TEXT of DOCUMENT]

December 30, 2018

The government of Pakistan has reportedly sent a 14 point draft agreement or memorandum of understanding (MoU) to the government of India regarding Dera Baba Nanak to Kartarpur Sahib corridor meant to allow Sikh devotees to visit Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib.

China Welcomes India and Pakistan’s Move to Open Kartarpur Sahib Corridor

December 4, 2018

In an expected move, the China on Monday (Dec. 3) welcomed India and Pakistan's move to open the Dera Baba Nanak to Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib Corridor, saying strengthening dialogue between them and properly addressing their differences means a lot to the world peace and development.

World Sikh Parliament (WSP) Welcomes Kartarpur Sahib Corridor Initiative

November 29, 2018

The recently formalised organisation called World Sikh Parliament (WSP) had issued a written statement welcoming the initiative of a corridor at Kartarpur Sahib which would enable Sikhs residing in East Panjab to visit the Gurdwara Sahib which is located in West Panjab.

Initial Details of Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib Corridor Plan: Facilities to be introduced for Sikh Yatris

November 29, 2018

Following are details about the initial details of the plans related to the Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib Corridor. These details were shared during the foundation laying event held by the Government of Pakistan at Kartarpur Sahib on November 28.

Pakistan Lays Foundation Stone for Kartarpur Sahib Corridor; Imran Khan Calls to Break Past Shackles; India Announced Not to Attend SAARC Meet if held in Pakistan

November 28, 2018

The Government of Pakistan today laid the foundation stone of the much-awaited corridor between Dera Baba Nanak in East Punjab and Kartarpur Sahib in West Punjab.

World Sikh Parliament (WSP) Delegation Meet Governor of West Panjab in Pakistan

November 27, 2018

A delegation of World Sikh Parliament (WSP) today met governor of West Punjab in Pakistan and handed him over a memorandum. The WSP delegation comprised Bhai Joga Singh, Avtar Singh Sanghera, Harvinder Singh and Ranjeet Singh. They met governor Mohammad Sarvar and praised the Pakistan government for taking initiative on Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib corridor to allow Sikh sangat from East Punjab to visit the historic Gurdwara Sahib of Kartarpur Sahib.

Sikh Candidate Radesh Singh Tony Contesting Pakistan Elections for General Seat

July 25, 2018

Radesh Singh Tony has claimed that he will become the first candidate from Pakistan's Sikh community to contest an election for a general seat on Wednesday.

Sikh Family Alleges Forcible Evacuation from House Located on PETPB Land Near Lahore

July 11, 2018

Pakistan’s first Sikh traffic police officer Gulaab Singh Shaheen and his family were reportedly kicked out of their home in Dera Chahal village on the outskirts of Lahore on Tuesday by a team comprising the police and officials of the Pakistan Evacuee Trust Property Board (PETPB).

Yatra to Nankana Sahib on Parkash Gurpurab: SGPC Tells Sikh Yatris to Submit Passports by August 6

July 8, 2018

SGPC has called upon the Sikh sangat, willing to visit Nankana Sahib (Pakistan) on Parkash Gurpurb of Guru Nanak Ji, to submit their passports at Amritsar based SGPC office before 8 August.

Pakistan Rejects Indian Allegations Regarding Preventing Indian Envoy in Gurdwara Panja Sahib

June 25, 2018

Pakistan has reportedly rejected the allegations that Indian High Commissioner Ajay Bisaria was denied entry at Gurdwara Panja Sahib, saying the diplomat had agreed to cancel his visit following the protests by the Sikh yatris.

Blame Game Likely As Indian High Commission ‘Prevented’ from Meeting Sikh Yatris in Panja Sahib (Pakistan)

June 23, 2018

As per reports emanating from Panja Sahib (Hassan Abdal) in Pakistan, the Indian High Commissioner was told to return without "meeting" Sikh yatris in Gurdwara Panja Sahib.

SGPC Agrees to Send Jatha to Pakistan on Sher-E-Punjab Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s Barsi

June 21, 2018

SGPC has reportedly decided to send a Sikh jatha to Pakistan to observe the Barsi (death anniversary) of Sher-E-Punjab Maharaja Ranjit Singh.

Sikh Yatrees Visit Gurdwara Rohri Sahib And Gurdwara Kirtarpur Sahib in Pakistan

June 15, 2018

Sikh yatrees arrived in Pakistan for observing the Shaheedi Gurpurb of Guru Arjun Ji on Thursday (June 14) and visited Gurdwara Rohri Sahib in Eminabad and Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Kirtarpur (Narowal) by special buses and paid their obeisance to these sacred places.

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