Sikhs in United States

Connecticut (USA) Town Southington Officially Recognizes November 1984 Genocide Against Sikhs in India

FBI Includes Hate Crimes Against Sikh in Its Annual Report

Sikh Teenage Boy Shot Dead in California (USA)

Human Rights Issues Discussed at US Congressional Briefing

Will US President-Elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet Show he can be President for all Americans?

SFJ Files Complaint with UN Against Badals, Punjab DGP For Blocking Nov. 10 Sikh Gathering

City of Fowler and Madera Recognise the Sikh Genocide 1984

Trump Support Campaign misidentifies a Sikh as a Muslim on its flyer; ASC seeks public apology

Sikh Diaspora NGO Provides Emergency Relief in Haiti

Protest surfaced during Gandhi Statue Unveiling Ceremony at California: OFMI

USA: Hate Crime Charges Filed in Richmond Hate Crime Case

United Sikhs’ Emergency Response Team Dispatched to Haiti

Swift Justice is Needed in Response to Recent Attacks on Sikhs in California

Save Punjab Rally in NY: Protest outside United Nations’ headquarters over India-Pakistan tensions

United Sikhs Continues its Emergency Preparedness Efforts in Southern California

White House Responds to Khalistan Petition But Refuse to Comment on “Specific Policy Issue”

Sikh Assaulted, Hair Cut in USA; Sikh Coalition Urges Hate Crime Investigation

US Sikh Man Racially Abused and Threatened: Media Reports

US Congress Urges Barack Obama To Visit Sikh Gurdwara Before End of Term

Young Minds: Sikh Global Leadership of the Future [Upcoming SikhRI Webinar]

Sikh Coalition Updates about Anti-Bullying Law passed by California

Photo Exhibition Provides Window into Challenges And Resilience of Sikhs in US 15 Years After 9/11

Sikh Research Institute Honors the Legacy of Bhai Vir Singh

More Progress In Battle To End Religious Discrimination: Sikh Coalition

AAP Punjab Convener Gurpreet Ghuggi Faces Protest in Californa: SFJ

16 Cases of Hate Crimes Against Sikhs in United States of America

Fresno City Council recognizes Sikh Genocide 1984 through official resolution

Fresno City Council to vote on Sikh genocide resolution today

Sikh Research Institute to hold Webinar on “Investment and Sikhi”

United Sikhs Initiates Emergency Response to Louisiana Flood

US Lawmakers want FIBA to End Discriminatory Policy Against Sikh Basketball Players

A View from Britain on The Rise of Hate Crimes Against Minorities

Recent Senseless Shootings in Arizona and New York: Could They Be Hate Crimes?

Day of Seva Brings Communities Together Across the USA: Sikh Coalition

Sikhs For Justice To Provide Legal Defense To “Referendum Campaigners” Charged With Terrorism

Beadbi of Gurbani in Union City park California, Police screening CCTV footage

Punjab Police books diaspora Sikh activists under UAPA; Three locals arrested from Hoshiarpur district

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Sikhs in United States

Lathrop City Council in USA Condemns ‘Genocide’ against Sikhs

December 10, 2016

“Please do not clap because this is a sad history that we’re dealing with, and people are still looking for justice,” he said before stepping down to the podium below to present the framed copy of the just-approved council resolution recognizing “the November 1984 anti-Sikh violence in India as “genocide” to the group of Sikh leaders that included Tejpaul Singh Bainiwal of Weston Ranch, a recent criminal justice graduate who is now on his way to law school.

Fresno Man Sentenced to 4 Years Imprisonment for Racial Attack on Sikh

December 2, 2016

A local court today sentenced a man in Fresno, California, who was found guilty of a hate crime against Amrik Singh Bal, a 68-year-old Sikh farm laborer

California Cities – Union City, Lathrop & Selma Pass Recoginze the Fact of Sikh Genocide 1984

December 1, 2016

Union City, California, USA: In November 1984 Sikhs were subjected to genocidal massacres throughout India in November of 1984. The Sikh diaspora in the North America has been consistently vouching and lobbying the authorities at Federal, State and local level to get those horrifying events recognised as “Genocide”. These efforts have finally started yielding results as many city […]

Connecticut (USA) Town Southington Officially Recognizes November 1984 Genocide Against Sikhs in India

November 30, 2016

Southington, Connecticut, USA: The Southington Town Council became first authority in East Coast to officially recoginse the fact of Sikh Genocide of 1984. The council of Southington town in Connecticut also offered their sincere condolences for the November 1984 Sikh Genocide and marked the 32nd year anniversary of the horrific genocidal massacres, which claimed the lives of […]

FBI Includes Hate Crimes Against Sikh in Its Annual Report

November 19, 2016

This week, the FBI released its annual report on hate crimes, which for the very first time, includes reported hate crimes committed against Sikhs. According to the FBI, there were six hate crimes committed against Sikhs in 2015.

Sikh Teenage Boy Shot Dead in California (USA)

November 19, 2016

In an extreme case of brutality a 17-year-old Sikh boy was found shot dead in the garage of his California home last week, prompting police to launch an investigation.

Human Rights Issues Discussed at US Congressional Briefing

November 17, 2016

Major concerns relating violations of the basic human rights around the world including in India were expressed at the special US Congressional Briefing held in Washington on November 16.

Will US President-Elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet Show he can be President for all Americans?

November 14, 2016

There can be nothing more comforting after a bitter political campaign than a President-elect that promises to do his best to represent all constituencies.

SFJ Files Complaint with UN Against Badals, Punjab DGP For Blocking Nov. 10 Sikh Gathering

November 9, 2016

Sikh activists from North America and Europe have jointly filed a complaint with the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) against Punjab government's denial of permission to hold November 10, 2016 gathering at Talwandi Sabo (Bathinda) named as: "Sarbat Khalsa 2016" by the organizers and retaliatory crackdown on Sikhs in Punjab.

City of Fowler and Madera Recognise the Sikh Genocide 1984

October 21, 2016

Two more California cities have recognised the fact of Sikh Genocide 1984 by adopting formal resolutions in this regard. City of Fowler and Madera Recognise the Sikh Genocide 1984.

Trump Support Campaign misidentifies a Sikh as a Muslim on its flyer; ASC seeks public apology

October 20, 2016

American Sikh Council (ASC) has expressed shock over the 'ignorance' of the Trump Campaign which has portrayed a Sikh resident of Indiana as a ‘Muslim’.

Sikh Diaspora NGO Provides Emergency Relief in Haiti

October 20, 2016

On October 15th, the UNITED SIKHS volunteer team cleared over 5 tons of debris from the streets in Torbeck, Port Salut and the town of St. Jean.

Protest surfaced during Gandhi Statue Unveiling Ceremony at California: OFMI

October 20, 2016

As he took the podium at Central Park in California’s City of Davis to unveil a statue of Hindu preacher Mohandas Gandhi, Mayor Robb Davis asked the bronze sculpture: “What are you, Mr. Gandhi?”

USA: Hate Crime Charges Filed in Richmond Hate Crime Case

October 15, 2016

Today, the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office filed hate crime charges against the attackers of Sikh American Maan Singh Khalsa.

United Sikhs’ Emergency Response Team Dispatched to Haiti

October 15, 2016

UNITED SIKHS volunteer team in Haiti is currently working on delivering emergency relief materials and pure drinking water to avoid cholera.

Swift Justice is Needed in Response to Recent Attacks on Sikhs in California

October 14, 2016

A United Sikhs' release states that [o]ne of the latest attacks and hate crimes perpetrated against Sikhs in the United States occurred on Friday, September 30, 2016.

Save Punjab Rally in NY: Protest outside United Nations’ headquarters over India-Pakistan tensions

October 13, 2016

Several activists belonging to the Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) held a protest outside the United Nations headquarters in New York to raise their concerns over the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan and its impact on the lives of the people in Punjab.

United Sikhs Continues its Emergency Preparedness Efforts in Southern California

October 8, 2016

On the 2nd of October 2016, United Sikhs Aid held its "Emergency Preparedness for the Gurudwaras Workshop" at the Sikh Center of Orange County (SCOC) at Santa Ana, CA.

White House Responds to Khalistan Petition But Refuse to Comment on “Specific Policy Issue”

October 8, 2016

The White House has responded to a petition titled: "August 15th is NOT Independence Day For Sikhs. SUPPORT the Liberation of Indian Occupied Punjab to Create KHALISTAN".

Sikh Assaulted, Hair Cut in USA; Sikh Coalition Urges Hate Crime Investigation

October 8, 2016

The Sikh Coalition reportedly sent a letter on Oct. 07 to the Richmond Police Department and the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office on behalf of Maan Singh Khalsa.

US Sikh Man Racially Abused and Threatened: Media Reports

October 5, 2016

A Sikh man in the United States of America's California state said that he faced racial slur from a man who threatened to kill him, prompting the police to launch a probe into a possible hate incident.

US Congress Urges Barack Obama To Visit Sikh Gurdwara Before End of Term

October 5, 2016

In a bipartisan letter to the White House, members of the American Sikh Congressional Caucus are urging President Obama to visit a Sikh Gurdwara before the end of his presidency.

Young Minds: Sikh Global Leadership of the Future [Upcoming SikhRI Webinar]

September 30, 2016

ikh Research Institute (SikhRI) is going to hold a webinar on topic: Young Minds: Sikh Global Leadership of the Future" on October 15, 2016.

Sikh Coalition Updates about Anti-Bullying Law passed by California

September 27, 2016

As per Sikh Coalition update, California Governor Jerry Brown on September 25 signed AB 2845, a bill intended to combat bullying and discrimination in California public schools, into law.

Photo Exhibition Provides Window into Challenges And Resilience of Sikhs in US 15 Years After 9/11

September 18, 2016

The Sikh Coalition is launching The Sikh Project today! The groundbreaking free photography exhibition featuring portraits of Sikh American men and women provides a window into the challenges and resilience of the Sikh American community 15 years after 9/11.

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.

More Progress In Battle To End Religious Discrimination: Sikh Coalition

September 15, 2016

The U.S. Army has granted another observant Sikh American soldier a long-term religious accommodation, permitting him to serve with his articles of faith intact.

AAP Punjab Convener Gurpreet Ghuggi Faces Protest in Californa: SFJ

September 15, 2016

According to a written press release issued by the Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) the Aam Aadmi Party Punjab Convener Gurpreet Ghuggi faced protests and wrath of the SFJ activists for his statement allegedly comparing the Panj Pyaras with his party leaders from Delhi and Uttar Pradesh.

16 Cases of Hate Crimes Against Sikhs in United States of America

September 11, 2016

California, US: This video highlights 16 major hate crimes against Sikh Americans since 2001. Since the 9/11 attacks in New York City and elsewhere on September 11, 2001, Sikhs in the United States have frequently been mistaken for Muslims and suffered severe violence as a consequence. Many of the victims portrayed in this video report their attackers […]

Fresno City Council recognizes Sikh Genocide 1984 through official resolution

September 2, 2016

Fresno: The Fresno City Council voted Thursday (September 02) night to recognize the 1984 killings of thousands of Sikhs in India as a genocide. The vote took place nine months after it was initially proposed by Councilman Clint Olivier. It also followed a controversy in June after the Indian consul of San Francisco met with […]

Fresno City Council to vote on Sikh genocide resolution today

September 1, 2016

As per media reports, the Fresno City Council is scheduled to vote Thursday night on a resolution to recognise the 1984 killings of thousands of Sikhs in Indian subcontinent as a "genocide", as per UN's "Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide".

Sikh Research Institute to hold Webinar on “Investment and Sikhi”

September 1, 2016

A beginners guide to investing in the stock market in the most efficient way possible and ethically sound. We will explore misconceptions about investing and also give you some strategies on how you can start today.

United Sikhs Initiates Emergency Response to Louisiana Flood

August 27, 2016

As per an update by the Untied Sikhs, [o]ver the last two weeks, all of us have seen the devastation caused by the historic floods in Louisiana.

US Lawmakers want FIBA to End Discriminatory Policy Against Sikh Basketball Players

August 25, 2016

A bipartisan group of more than 40 US lawmakers have appealed to the International Basketball Federation to end an "outdated and discriminatory" policy against Sikh players over turbans.

A View from Britain on The Rise of Hate Crimes Against Minorities

August 23, 2016

Since the 9/11 attacks in New York, visible minorities have experienced a rise in racial harassment and hate crimes. There have, for example, been numerous incidences of harm to Sikh lives, properties and institutions – in the absence of any monitoring data, an aggregation of various media reports suggests that more than twenty 20 lives […]

Recent Senseless Shootings in Arizona and New York: Could They Be Hate Crimes?

August 20, 2016

On Monday, August 8, 2016, Amanjeet Singh Toor, a Sikh man, was shot and killed in a convenience store in Arizona. More than a week later, there is no information about why despite offers of a reward for information.

Day of Seva Brings Communities Together Across the USA: Sikh Coalition

August 17, 2016

Inspired by the Oak Creek sangat’s Chardhi Kala 6K Memorial Walk/Run, the Sikh Coalition organized our 4th annual National Day of Seva, in remembrance and solidarity for those who were injured and killed on August 5, 2012, in Oak Creek, Wisconsin.

Sikhs For Justice To Provide Legal Defense To “Referendum Campaigners” Charged With Terrorism

August 13, 2016

US based human rights group “Sikhs For Justice” (SFJ) while reiterating its commitment to continue campaign for “Punjab Independence” through democratic and peaceful means refuted Indian Police’s allegations of terrorisms against Sikh activists campaigning for “Referendum 2020”.

Beadbi of Gurbani in Union City park California, Police screening CCTV footage

August 11, 2016

An unidentified person reportedly tore up Gurbani pages from a "Gutka Sahib" in California, USA. According to American Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee co-ordinator Pritpal Singh an unidentified person tore up Sukhmani Sahib Gutka in a popular square in Union City park in California in front of public.

Punjab Police books diaspora Sikh activists under UAPA; Three locals arrested from Hoshiarpur district

August 10, 2016

The Punjab Police have reportedly arrested three persons from Hoshiarpur district of Punjab alleging that they were linked to Pakistan’sInter-Services Intelligence (ISI) .

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