Sikh Panth

Sikhs in the Modern World: Faith, Identity Challenges & Solutions: Interview with Bhai Malkeet Singh

Why Dramatization of Guru Itihas Is Wrong — Dr. Sewak Singh

Changing Global and Regional Scenarios – What It Means for Sikhs | Challenges & Opportunities

Nepal’s Regime Change Raises Alarm in India | What It Means for Sikhs | Bhai Mandhir Singh

Mata Sahib Kaur Ji— Mother of the Khalsa | Sikh History Explained (by Rajdeep Kaur)

Exclusive: How can Sikhs Restore a Sovereign Structure to Uphold the Patshahi Dava at Akal Takht?

How to Understand Past, Present and Future Phenomenas from the Sikh Perspective: Bhai Ajmer Singh

Contemporary Challenges Before the Sikh Panth and Their Solution: Bhai Ajmer Singh At Kotkapura

Contemporary Panthic Situation and Its Solutions – Speech of Sikh Political Analyst Bhai Ajmer Singh

Root Cause & Solution Of Internal Conflict in Sikh Panth Over Interpretation of Gurbani

How ‘Jathedars’ failed to follow the Sikh Tradition on Bandi Chhor?

Panth-Punjab: Contemporary Situation and Solution (1): Dr. Sewak Singh at Talwandi Sabo Samvad

Position Document by Sikh Leader Bhai Daljit Singh sets ground for discussion about future course of struggle [English version]

Panth and Punjab: Current Situation & Solutions – Discussion by Samvad at Talwandi Sabo on March 5

Special Talk With Bhai Ajmer Singh on Current Situation of Sikh Panth, Electoral Politics & Armed Struggle

Samvad to hold Lecture on “Sikhs and Sikh Organization” on Oct. 28 at Sangrur

Sikh Gurus and the Sikhs: Bhai Ajmer Singh’s Speech at Ghuman (Gurdaspur)

Sikh bodies mark Gurpurab of Guru Ram Dass Ji as per Original Nanakshahi Calendar

Speech of S. Ajmer Singh on Contemporary situation of the Sikh Panth and incidents of Beadbi of Guru Granth Sahib

Martyrdom day of Bhai Sukha-Jinda observed at Akal Takht Sahib

OP-ED: Our activists on feet of clay

Akal Takhat Jathedar makes plea for “peacefully” observing 30th anniversary of Ghallughara June 1984

Aam Aadmi Party and the Sikhs — How Sikhs should deal with AAP (by S. Ajmer Singh)

Indian Elections 2014 and the Sikh Panth

Dire need to evolve code of conduct for Takht Jathedar’s : Dal Khalsa

Sikh Nation honoured kin of Indira Gandhi’s assassins at Akal Takht

Bhai Beant Singh’s martyrdom day observed at Akal Takht; Kin honored by Jathedar, Sikh bodies

Sunam Court acquits all 14 Dera Sauda Sirsa followers in Bhai Kamaljit Singh Suman’s murder case

Sikh Martyr Bhai Dilawar Singh remembered on martyrdom day at Akal Takht Sahib

Study reveals Sikhs of North-East, South-India don’t flaunt surnames/gotras/castes

Desire to re-connect with roots: Sikhs living in Assam feel neglected; expressed concerns about preservation of Sikh culture

UNHRC’s decision in France turban case widely applauded world-over

Sehajdhari Issue – (1) HC issued notice to Centre, Punjab, SGPC and Gurudwara EC; next hearing on 8 Feb. (2) Why situation is so confusing?

SGPC’s committee submits report for construction of memorial for Ghallughara June 1984

Sikh Organizations Partner With Glide Memorial Church To Feed The Hungry.

Common front of struggling nations condemned HR violations by Indian Troops

From 1704 Anandpur Sahib to Today 2026 : The Enemy Has Not Changed

May 25, 2026

Watch this Profound and thought-provoking Gurmat Vichar During the Special Gurmat Samagam organized to the Parkash Purab of Sahib Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji.

Sarbat Khasa 1986: Lessons for Sikhs in Today’s Changing Geopolitics

February 3, 2026

Speaking during a 1986 Sarbat Khasa remembrance event held at Amritsar on 26 January 2026, Dal Khalsa spokesperson Kanwar Pal Singh said that after the Gha-ll-u-ghara 84, the Sarbat Khalsa of 1986 provided direction to the Sikhs for the ensuing struggle.

Revitalizing Sikh Jorh Melas: Mastuana Sahib Experience | Exclusive Discussion with Prabhandhaks

January 13, 2026

Sikh religious Jorh-Melas once carried a deep spiritual and religious fervor. The recitation of Gurbani, Kirtan, the narration of Sikh history through Dhadi, Kavishari, Katha, and Kavi Darbars, along with Sewa and meaningful discussions among Sikh jathas on vital issues, formed the core of these sacred gatherings.

Sikhs in the Modern World: Faith, Identity Challenges & Solutions: Interview with Bhai Malkeet Singh

January 8, 2026

In December 2025, the SGPC-appointed acting Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, along with other Singh Sahiban, issued a directive banning the portrayal of Sikh Gurus, Shaheeds, and Gursikhs in films—whether through human actors or animation, cartoons, or similar media.

Why Dramatization of Guru Itihas Is Wrong — Dr. Sewak Singh

November 18, 2025

In this talk, Dr. Sewak Singh shares a thoughtful perspective on why the cinematography or dramatization of Guru Itihas (Sikh historical events) can lead to misinterpretations, distortions, and emotional bias. He explains how sacred history,

Changing Global and Regional Scenarios – What It Means for Sikhs | Challenges & Opportunities

November 2, 2025

This talk explores both challenges and opportunities for the Sikh Panth in today’s changing world — politically, economically, and strategically. A must-watch for anyone concerned with the future of Sikhs, Punjab’s security, and the global Sikh voice in international affairs.

Nepal’s Regime Change Raises Alarm in India | What It Means for Sikhs | Bhai Mandhir Singh

October 11, 2025

During an annual Gurmat Samagam held in memory of Panth Sewak Bhai Surinderpal Singh Tharua at Gurdwara Sahib, Urban Estate (Phase 3), Patiala, Bhai Mandhir Singh of Panth Sewak Jatha Doaba shared his insights with the Sikh sangat.

Mata Sahib Kaur Ji— Mother of the Khalsa | Sikh History Explained (by Rajdeep Kaur)

August 1, 2025

In this episode of Sikh History Explained, Rajdeep Kaur explores the inspiring life and legacy of Mata Sahib Kaur Ji, the revered Mother of the Khalsa. Discover her pivotal role in Sikh history, her spiritual strength, and her deep connection with Guru Gobind Singh Ji.

Exclusive: How can Sikhs Restore a Sovereign Structure to Uphold the Patshahi Dava at Akal Takht?

July 28, 2025

Under a special series of interviews with representatives of Sikh organizations, Panthic Jathas, Sikh institutions and Sikh intellectuals, Sikh Siyasat is exploring their understanding of the current crisis grippling the Sikh institutions, like SGPC and Akal Takht, and their vision for its solution.

How to Understand Past, Present and Future Phenomenas from the Sikh Perspective: Bhai Ajmer Singh

August 25, 2018

This is video recording of speech of Bhai Ajmer Singh on topic: "How to Understand Past, Present and Future Phenomenas from the Sikh Perspective". Bhai Ajmer Singh delivered this speech during a program held at Tarn Taran Sahib on July 22, 2018.

Contemporary Challenges Before the Sikh Panth and Their Solution: Bhai Ajmer Singh At Kotkapura

June 1, 2018

In this lecture Bhai Ajmer Singh explained the root cause of present situation and internal rift in the Sikh Panth.

Contemporary Panthic Situation and Its Solutions – Speech of Sikh Political Analyst Bhai Ajmer Singh

May 4, 2018

Panthic Front Nawanshahr held a discussion on "Contemporary Panthic Situation and Its Solutions" on April 29, 2018 at village Malpur near Rahon in Nawanshahr District. This is video recording of speech of Bhai Ajmer Singh.

Root Cause & Solution Of Internal Conflict in Sikh Panth Over Interpretation of Gurbani

December 15, 2017

This video clip is taken out of that speech. In this part Bhai Ajmer Singh explained the root cause of internal conflict between some sections of the Sikh panth

How ‘Jathedars’ failed to follow the Sikh Tradition on Bandi Chhor?

October 20, 2017

During the 18th century a rich tradition developed amongst the Sikhs to get together in Amritsar on the occasion of Baisakhi and Bandi Chhor, ignoring their internal differences, in order to discuss the issues concerning the Panth.

Panth-Punjab: Contemporary Situation and Solution (1): Dr. Sewak Singh at Talwandi Sabo Samvad

April 27, 2017

Samvad, a discussion forum, held a discussion forum on "Panth-Punjab: Contemporary Situation and Solution" at Talwandi Sabo (Bathinda) on March 05, 2017.

Position Document by Sikh Leader Bhai Daljit Singh sets ground for discussion about future course of struggle [English version]

March 4, 2017

Sikh leader Bhai Daljeet Singh Bittu had released a ‘position document’ on 6 June, 2015 at Amritsar. This document presents a review of previous phases of Sikh struggle for freedom and sets the ground for discussion on our future course of action.

Panth and Punjab: Current Situation & Solutions – Discussion by Samvad at Talwandi Sabo on March 5

March 2, 2017

Samvad a discussion forum would be holding a seminar on the topic Panth Punjab: Current Situation and Its Solution on Sunday, 5th March 2017.

Special Talk With Bhai Ajmer Singh on Current Situation of Sikh Panth, Electoral Politics & Armed Struggle

December 13, 2016

Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) editor Parmjeet Singh talked to Bhai Ajmer Singh about contemporary situation of the Sikh panth and stagnation in Sikh politics.

Samvad to hold Lecture on “Sikhs and Sikh Organization” on Oct. 28 at Sangrur

October 22, 2016

Samvad, a discussion forum, has announced to hold a lecture on "Sikhs and Sikh Organization" topic at Gurdwara Jotisar Sahib (Patshahi 6), village Khurana, district Sangrur.

Sikh Gurus and the Sikhs: Bhai Ajmer Singh’s Speech at Ghuman (Gurdaspur)

October 20, 2016

Sikh author Bhai Ajmer Singh addressed a Gurmat Samagam at village Ghuman (Gurdaspur) on October 15, 2016. He shared his views about the relation of a Sikh with the Sikh Guru Sahibs. This is full video recording of the speech.

Sikh bodies mark Gurpurab of Guru Ram Dass Ji as per Original Nanakshahi Calendar

October 9, 2016

Panthic Talmel Sangathan and Akal Purakh Ki Fauj celebrated Parkash Gurpurab of Guru Ram Dass Ji today in accordance with the original Nanakshahi Calendar.

Speech of S. Ajmer Singh on Contemporary situation of the Sikh Panth and incidents of Beadbi of Guru Granth Sahib

February 12, 2016

S. Ajmer Singh is a Sikh historian and thinker. He analysed the contemporary situation of the Sikh panth in wake of recent incidents of repeated incidents of Beadbi of Guru Granth Sahib Ji in Punjab, and in this context, he analysed the role of political and religious Sikh leadership.

Martyrdom day of Bhai Sukha-Jinda observed at Akal Takht Sahib

October 9, 2014

Amritsar, Punjab: An annual function at Akal Takht Sahib marked martyrdom day of Shaheed Bhai Sukhdev Singh Sukha and Shaheed Bhai Harjinder Singh Jinda. Bhog of Sri Akhand Path Sahib was held this morning near Akal Takht Sahib, which was followed by Gurbani Kirtan and the Ardas.

OP-ED: Our activists on feet of clay

June 30, 2014

Towards the end of May 2014, Sardar Gurpreet Singh, in consultation with others, decided to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the 1984 army attack on Darbar Sahib in Amritsar. It was decided to hold a representative meeting of all sections of the Sikh people and to support the quest for an open enquiry by international bodies to probe the events leading to the attack and subsequent atrocities.

Akal Takhat Jathedar makes plea for “peacefully” observing 30th anniversary of Ghallughara June 1984

June 2, 2014

In an appeal made on the name of Sikh Panth from Akal Takhat, Jathedar of the Takhat Giyani Gurbachan Singh Khalsa has urged Sikh Panth not to make political allegations on June 6 when the Sikh Panth will be observing 30th anniversary of attack on Akal Takhat at Amritsar.

Aam Aadmi Party and the Sikhs — How Sikhs should deal with AAP (by S. Ajmer Singh)

April 24, 2014

This clip is video recording of S. Ajmer Singh's lecture, in which he expressed his views about the rise of Aam Aadmi Party, it's leadership, situations in which it emerged and on certain stands taken by it. He also expressed his views that how the Sikh nationalist leadership should deal with Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).

Indian Elections 2014 and the Sikh Panth

April 20, 2014

A special lecture of Sikh intellectual and Historian S. Ajmer Singh was arranged on topic: “Indian Elections 2014 and the Sikh Panth” on April 10, 2014 at Gurdwara Sahib, Sikh Patti, Village Jagatpur near Mukandpur, Phillar Banga Road, District Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, Punjab.

Dire need to evolve code of conduct for Takht Jathedar’s : Dal Khalsa

January 10, 2014

Nawanshahr, Punjab (January 10, 2014): In view of the internecine clash at Takht Patna Sahib and subsequent suspension of jathedar Giani Iqbal Singh, the Dal Khalsa said in an effort to avoid such shameful and regrettable incidents, the Sikh community must evolve a code of conduct for the exalted offices of heads of all five Takht’s.

Sikh Nation honoured kin of Indira Gandhi’s assassins at Akal Takht

October 31, 2013

Amritsar, Punjab (October 31, 2013): The SGPC along with Dal Khalsa and Akali Dal Panch Pardani today observed the martyrdom day of Bhai Beant Singh, who assassinated late Indira Gandhi the then Prime Minister of India 29 years ago on this day.

Bhai Beant Singh’s martyrdom day observed at Akal Takht; Kin honored by Jathedar, Sikh bodies

October 31, 2013

Amritsar, Punjab (October 31, 2013): An annual function was held this morning at Akal Takht Sahib to mark the 29th martyrdom anniversary of Shaheed Beant Singh who had laid his life while punishing Indira Gandhi for ordering attack on holiest Sikh shrine – Darbar Sahib, Amritsar.

Sunam Court acquits all 14 Dera Sauda Sirsa followers in Bhai Kamaljit Singh Suman’s murder case

October 1, 2013

Suman, Punjab (October 01, 2013): It is learnt that on September 30, 2013 a trial court of Sunam acquitted 14 Dera Sauda Sirsa followers in Bhai Kamaljit Singh Sunam's murder case.

Sikh Martyr Bhai Dilawar Singh remembered on martyrdom day at Akal Takht Sahib

August 31, 2013

Amritsar, Punjab (August 31, 2013): Commemorating the 18th death anniversary of Bhai Dilawar Singh an assassin of late Chief Minister of Punjab, the Sikh groups fired a salvo against the Central government for its proposed move to release the postal stamp in memory of late Congress leader Beant Singh.

Study reveals Sikhs of North-East, South-India don’t flaunt surnames/gotras/castes

August 29, 2013

Patiala, Punjab (August 29, 2013): A recent study has reportedly revealed that not even 1% of Sikhs settled in north-eastern and southern states identify themselves with their gotras/castes/surnames.

Desire to re-connect with roots: Sikhs living in Assam feel neglected; expressed concerns about preservation of Sikh culture

April 23, 2012

Itanagar/Ludhiana (April 23, 2012): As per a news report by “Press Trust of India - PTI” the over 50,000-strong Sikh population in Assam feel they are a neglected lot with neither the Assam nor the Punjab governments giving them due recognition. Mostly scattered in Nagaon and Sonitpur districts, the Assamese Sikhs, as they have come to be known, trace their origin to 1820 when Maharaja Ranjit Singh sent 500 Sikh soldiers to the region to fight Myanmarese invaders.

UNHRC’s decision in France turban case widely applauded world-over

January 13, 2012

Ludhiana, Punjab (January 13, 2012): Yesterday's decision of United Nations Human Rights Committee uplifting Dastar/Turban ban in France is widely welcomed by various Human rights activists, Sikh organizations, lawyers and rights bodies. Sikh Siyasat Network was able to collects comments of various prominent persons on this matter.

Sehajdhari Issue – (1) HC issued notice to Centre, Punjab, SGPC and Gurudwara EC; next hearing on 8 Feb. (2) Why situation is so confusing?

January 3, 2012

The main reason behind static and confused situation on this issue could be the complex nature of issue, which on the one hand relates to the internal dynamics of the Sikh society (the definition of Sehajdhari and their role) and on the other hand it is related to relations of Sikhs with the Indian State (the Sikh Gurudwara Management Act, 1925; the role of Indian Parliament in Sikh religious affairs regarding amendment etc. of the 1925 Act and role of Indian courts being interpretting authority in relation to the said Act.).

SGPC’s committee submits report for construction of memorial for Ghallughara June 1984

December 2, 2011

Amritsar, Punjab (December 02, 2011): A committee constituted by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) is reported to have finalized the palace to build a memorial for attack on Darbar Sahib, Amritsar (also called the Golden Temple of Sri Amritsar) by Indian Army in June 1984, which was code-named by Indian State as "Operation Blue Star".

Sikh Organizations Partner With Glide Memorial Church To Feed The Hungry.

November 18, 2010

Fremont, California (November 14, 2010), On November 20th, Bay Area Sikh Community organizations United Sikhs and Fremont Sikh Temple members will join hands with Glide Memorial Church to help feed approximately 1,000 hungry folks in San Francisco.

Common front of struggling nations condemned HR violations by Indian Troops

August 15, 2010

London (August 15, 2010): Kashmiri, Sikh and Naga Diaporas in London, representing a common front against Indian imperialism, have condemned the oppression and human rights violations by Indian troops in their territories.