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Government Faces Pressure Over ‘Wall of Silence’ on Anti-Sikh Hate Crimes Following Tragic Murder in West London

UK Sikhs are lobbying MPs in Parliament to demand immediate government action against a massive spike in Anti-Sikh hate crimes, a movement accelerated by the tragic fatal stabbing of a 24-year-old Sikh mother in west London.

Analyzing Situation of Sikhs in UK after Henry Nowak’s Tragic Death | Xenophobia Against Sikhs in UK

The tragic death of 18-year-old Henry Nowak has been unequivocally condemned by Sikh leaders, lawmakers, and the broader Sikh world in the UK. Despite this united stance, the broader community has faced unwarranted targeting and backlash due to the background of the accused, who happened to be a Sikh.

American Sikh Council Condemns Henry Nowak Murder & Defends Kirpan

The American Sikh Council has released a statement mourning the tragic death of Henry Nowak in Southampton. While welcoming the life sentence for perpetrator Vickrum Digwa, the organization urged the public and political figures not to weaponize the actions of one disturbed individual to stigmatize the broader Sikh community or ban the religious kirpan.

Sikh Federation (UK) Demands Accountability from CPS and Police Over Henry Novak Murder Weapon Misinformation

The Sikh Federation (UK) has strongly criticized the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and Hampshire Police for failing to clarify that the weapon used in the murder of Henry Novak was not a sacred Sikh Kirpan, urging politicians to stop attacking the Sikh identity based on misinformation.

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

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 Federation (UK) Demands Life Sentence for John Ashby in Religiously Aggravated Rape of Walsall Sikh Woman

As John Ashby faces sentencing at Birmingham Crown Court for the religiously aggravated rape of a Sikh woman in Walsall, the Sikh Federation (UK) is urging the judge to show no leniency for the horrific and racially motivated attack.

Sikh Federation (UK) Demands Government Action on Anti-Sikh Hate Following Guilty Plea in Walsall Assault Case

The Sikh Federation (UK) welcomes the guilty plea in the Walsall assault case, sparing the victim a trial, but warns the UK government that progress on tackling systemic Anti-Sikh hate remains "painfully slow."

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

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

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

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.

Canadian PM Mark Carney Should Address Transnational Repression During India Visit: Diaspora Sikh Body

The Sikh Federation UK has called on Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to address contradictory statements made by his officials regarding India's alleged transnational repression and interference in Canada during his four-day visit to New Delhi.

Navigating the New World Order: Challenges & Opportunities for Sikhs and Punjab

In this exclusive interview, journalist Mandeep Singh sits down with Dal Khalsa Acting President, Paramjit Singh Mand, to discuss the road ahead. They delve into the rapidly changing political landscape and explore how the Sikh community can navigate these turbulent times to secure a prosperous future.

Crown Court Acquits Three in Landmark Case Affirming Sikh Religious Protocols

A UK Crown Court has acquitted three individuals in a case relating to the transfer of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji from a Hindi temple to Sikh Gurdwara Sahib, reaffirming the Sikh community’s right and responsibility to uphold Gurmat Rehat Maryada, according to a statement issued by the Satikar Committee UK.

British Police Advise Two Sikh Activists In The UK To Enhance Personal Security

According to a report published in the Punjabi daily Ajit, British police have advised Khalistan activist Parmjit Singh Pamma and another Sikh activist living in the United Kingdom to enhance their personal security amid rising concerns following recent high-profile incidents involving Sikh activists abroad.

UK Ministers Face Growing Pressure Over Continued Detention of Jagtar Singh Johal

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Home Secretary Yvette Cooper are facing mounting cross-party pressure to intensify diplomatic efforts with India to secure the release and return of British national Jagtar Singh Johal, who has been held in an Indian jail for more than eight years.

Exclusive Talk with UK Sikh Diaspora Activist:How UK Sikh Activists Are Navigating Indian Challenges

Journalist Mandeep Singh interviewed a UK-based Sikh activist who compiled a report on that activist’s death. This interview delves deeply into the allegations of Indian interference in Sikh affairs in the UK and examines the cooperation between British and Indian authorities.

RAW Official’s Big Plan to Target Sikhs on US Soil Revealed Motion in Limine in New Your Court

To discuss the details of this exposé, journalist Mandeep Singh spoke with Parmjeet Singh Gazi, editor of Sikh Siyasat News. The discussion also covered the ongoing case of Indian national Nikhil Gupta, who was allegedly tasked by RAW officer Vikash Yadav to target Sikh leaders in New York and California but was intercepted and arrested by U.S. authorities.

In Changing South Asian Dynamics and Era of Regime Changes, How India Sees Sikhs? Prabjot Singh

Sikh Canadian lawyer Prabjot Singh who had cross-examined the then Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and other Canandian officials during the hearings of Foreign Interference Commission, recently attended a Human Rights session by UN's Human Rights Council in Hague. Later he participated in 41th National Conference held by the Sikh Federation UK on 28th September 2025.

What Sikhs Need to do in Changing Global Scenarios: Speech of Paramjit Singh Mand in UK

The global and South Asian regional landscape is changing rapidly, and these shifting geopolitical dynamics are having a direct impact on Punjab and the Sikh community.

Brutal Racist and Sexual Attack on British Born Sikh Woman in Oldbury

A British born Sikh woman in her 20s was sexually assaulted, raped and brutally beaten in a horrific racially and sexually motivated attack on Tuesday (9 September) morning between 8.00-8.30am.

UK: New Foreign Secretary Called Upon to Deliver on Sikh Community’s Demands

The Sikh Federation (UK) has written to Yvette Cooper, the newly appointed Foreign Secretary, urging her to urgently act on three key issues that could determine Labour’s relationship with the British Sikh community.

UK Sikh Gurdwaras Can Have K-plaques: Sikh Federation UK Welcomes Charity Commission’s Decision

The Sikh Federation (UK) has welcomed what it calls a “significant victory” for the Sikh community after the Charity Commission dropped its objection to Khalistan plaques at Sri Guru Singh Sabha, Slough,

The Geopolitical Significance of Punjab: Bhai Narien Singh Chaura’s Message for Sikhs

The global and regional dynamics are changing rapidly, and in this shifting landscape, Punjab's geopolitical importance in South Asia has grown significantly. In this insightful lecture, Bhai Narien Singh Chaura emphasizes the crucial need for Sikhs to understand their position in the current global context. He stresses the importance of strengthening their institutions, refining their internal processes, and exploring their own sources of power while engaging with others.

UK Report on India’s Transnational Repression | Dabinderjit Singh on Sikh Diaspora Concerns in UK

A recent report by the UK Parliament's Joint Committee on Human Rights (JCHR) has raised serious concerns about transnational repression by over a dozen countries, including India. The report highlights how Indian state actions are targeting individuals and communities in the UK, with the Sikh diaspora being among those most affected.

UK Parliamentary Report Flags India’s Role in Transnational Repression, Sikh Federation UK Decries Government Silence

A new report released by the Joint Committee on Human Rights (JCHR) of the UK Parliament on July 30, 2025, has warned of a rise in transnational repression (TNR) on British soil, with India named among 12 countries allegedly engaged in such practices.

Sikh Group Renews Call for Inquest into Suspicious Death of Sikh Activist in UK

The Sikh Federation (UK) has renewed calls for an inquest into the suspicious death of Sikh activist Avtar Singh Khanda, alleging negligence by West Midlands Police and a wider cover-up by UK authorities under pressure from the Indian government.

APPG for British Sikhs Marks 20 Years, Calls for Government Action on Key Issues

London: The All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for British Sikhs celebrated its 20th anniversary with a high-profile event at the UK Parliament this week, setting out major achievements and outlining future priorities. The APPG, formed in July 2005 on the initiative of the Sikh Federation (UK), was established “to help represent British Sikhs” and improve […]

UK Gurdwaras Launch Alliance to Address Sikh Concerns

The newly formed UK Gurdwara Alliance, a representative body of various Sikh Gurdwaras in UK, was officially launched in the UK Parliament on 1 July 2025 during an event marking the 20th anniversary of the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for British Sikhs.

Keir Starmer under pressure to make formal apology for Jallianwala Bagh massacre

As we approach the 106th anniversary of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre on 13 April eyes are on Keir Starmer to see if he commits in his Vaisakhi message on 14 April to make a formal apology for the Jallianwala Bagh massacre when Parliament returns on 22 April, the Sikh Federation UK said in a recent recent release.

UK’s Charity Commission Unfairly Targeting Gurdwara in Slough after Complaint by Indian Journalist: Sikh Federation UK

In the lead-up to the December 2019 UK General Election, an Indian journalist raised concerns about the display of "Khalistan" plaques at Sri Guru Singh Sabha Gurdwara in Slough, triggering an investigation by the Charity Commission.

Sikh Federation (UK) Urges Global Action Against India Following Canada’s Fresh Revelations

Dabinderjit Singh, Lead Executive for Political Engagement at the Sikh Federation (UK), has issued a statement (copy available with SSN) urging the UK and other nations to address transnational repression allegedly carried out by the Indian government against Sikh activists abroad.

Sikh Bodies of US, Canada, UK, EU & AU Announce Formation of Sikh Federation International

On October 12, 2024, prominent Sikh leaders from around the globe convened in London to announce the formation of the Sikh Federation International.

Sikh Bodies of US, Canada, UK, EU & AU Announce Formation of Sikh Federation International

On October 12, 2024, prominent Sikh leaders from around the globe convened in London to announce the formation of the Sikh Federation International.

First Sikh Court Established in London

British Sikh lawyers have united to establish a pioneering court as a platform for resolving family and civil disputes within the Sikh community, as reported by 'The Times' on Thursday (25th April).

Mark 10 Dec as “Black Turban Day” to Oppose India’s Transnational Repression: Sikh Lawyer

A Sikh lawyer and human rights activist Advocate Jaspal Singh Manjhpur has given a call to the global Sikh community to mark 10 December as Black Turban Day. Notably, 10th December marks the annual International Human Rights Day and the United Nations theme on this day for 2023 is “Freedom, Equality and Justice for All”.

Deteriorating Human Rights Situation in India Urgently Requires a Special Rapporteur: Sikh Groups Urge UN

Sikh representatives from across the globe will be holding a rally in Geneva outside the United Nations on Friday 13 October from 1-4pm.

International Political Pressure To Be Exerted Seeking Release of Jagtar Singh Johal

There was an excellent turnout of MPs for the virtual lobby for Jagtar Singh Johal yesterday marking his third year in detention in India.

Jagtar Singh Johal Gets Bail in Baghapurana (Moga) Case After 3 Years

Scottish citizen Jagtar Singh Johal was today granted bail by Punjab and Haryana High court in Baghapurana (Moga) Case. Jagtar Singh, commonly known as Jaggi Johal, was picked by Punjab police up from Ramamandi (Jalandhar) on 4 November 2017. Police later recorded his arrested in FIR number 193/2016 (police station Baghapurana).

ONS Say No To Call For a Sikh Ethnic Tick Box for British Census

National Statistics (ONS) of UK have made recommendations for the content of the 2021 Census, which was published in a White Paper titled, ‘Help Shape Our Future: The 2021 Census of Population and Housing in England and Wales’.

Sikh Federation (UK) Reveal Plans for Preparing the Next Generation for Leadership Roles

The 35th Annual International Sikh Convention organised by the Sikh Federation (UK), often referred to as the first and only Sikh political party attracted in excess of 10,000 Sikhs at Guru Nanak Gurdwara, Willenhall in the West Midlands.
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