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India, Canada meet as more arrests may point to another Sikh murder plot

Intelligence chiefs from India and Canada have recently met to share evidence, said people familiar with the matter

Sikh pilgrims head to Pak for Maharaja Ranjit Singh's death anniversary

The group departed for Pakistan from the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) office on Friday

Gurbani, messages of harmony at UK Parliament complex for Baisakhi

The devotional strains of Gurbani and messages of harmony rang out at the Houses of Parliament complex in London this week for a first-of-its-kind Baisakhi celebration. Organised by the British Indian think tank 1928 Institute and diaspora membership organisations City Sikhs and the British Punjabi Welfare Association (BPWA), the event brought together a cross-section of professionals, community leaders and philanthropists at the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Room on Monday evening to spotlight the UK-India relationship and contributions of the Sikh community to British life. City Sikhs Chair Jasvir Singh led the proceedings, which included speeches and Gurbani by the Anahad Kirtan Society. It's a real honour to celebrate Baisakhi, the birth of the Khalsa by Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji in 1699. Baisakhi celebrates the beginning of the Khalsa and the teachings that accompany this, focussing on equality by proactively removing forms of hierarchy, ego and fear, said Kiran Kaur .

LS polls: Large number of Sikhs, including DSGMC members, join BJP

A large number of Sikhs, including members of the Delhi Sikh Gurudwara Management Committee, joined the BJP on Saturday. Citing a host of measures taken by the government to help the minority community, BJP president J P Nadda on the occasion said if anybody has really worked for the community, it is Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Nadda also cited central government decisions such as the opening of the Kartarpur Sahib corridor, the FCRA registration for donations to the Golden Temple and the action against accused in the 1984 anti-Sikh riot cases. He said the BJP highly regarded the contribution and sacrifices of the community for the country and will keep working for its welfare. The BJP has been in an overdrive to deepen its bond with Sikhs and is looking to put up a strong fight in the Lok Sabha polls in Punjab, where they are in a majority. A number of well known Sikh politicians from the state have joined the party recently.

Watch: Sikh community in the US holds mega rally in support of PM Modi

Sikh Americans in Maryland, US, held a car rally on March 31 to show their support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi in light of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

Ram temple: Sikhs in Ayodhya to hold Akhand Path ahead of Pran Pratishtha

'Sikhs from various parts of the country will participate in the Akhand Path,' said BJP national spokesperson R P Singh

Anand Marriage Act implemented in Jammu-Kashmir after long-standing demand

Detailed rules were framed by the Jammu and Kashmir administration for registration of marriages under Anand Marriage Act, which provides statutory recognition to marriage rituals of Sikhs, fulfilling their long-standing demand to not have to solemnise their marriages under the Hindu Marriage Act. Jammu and Kashmir Anand Marriage Registration Rules, 2023' has been framed for the registration of Anand marriages, under which tehsildars concerned shall be the registrar of such marriages within their respective territorial jurisdiction, as per a government notification issued. Sikh couples can apply for registration within a period of three months after solemnising their marriage but face late fee if formalities are completed after the expiry of the deadline, reads the notification issued by the department of law, justice and parliamentary affairs on November 30. This has been a long pending demand and we are thankful to the Lt Governor for keeping his promise, Vice President of Distric

Your turban does not mean terrorism: NYC Mayor Adams amid attacks on Sikhs

The Sikh turban does not mean terrorism but symbolises faith, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said, as he described the recent attacks and hate crimes against the community as a stain on the country and vowed to protect its members. He also gave a clarion call for educating people about Sikhism. You are not about terror; you are about protector. That is what needs to be taught throughout this entire city. Our young people need to know that, our adults need to know that, Adams said while addressing members of the Sikh community at the Baba Makhan Shah Lubana Sikh Center in the Queens neighbourhood of South Richmond Hill. Describing the Sikh community as an anchor in the Richmond Hill neighbourhood, Adams said: Your turban does not mean terrorism. It means protecting, it means community, it means family, it means faith, it means city, it means us coming together. We will change the dialogue and narrative with you. We can do it together. Adams and New York State Assemblywoman Jenifer .

Indo-Canadian lawmaker from Trudeau's party criticises anti-Hindu threats

Amid a diplomatic row between India and Canada, an Indo-Canadian lawmaker from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's party has expressed dismay at the glorification of terrorism and hate crime targeting Hindus in this country in the name of freedom of expression. The sharp reaction from Chandra Arya, who represents the riding of Nepean in the House of Commons of Canada, came as extremist elements backed by a leader of the Khalistan movement openly asked Hindu Canadians to go back to India. "A few days back Khalistan movement leader in Canada and the president of Sikhs for Justice which organises the so-called referendum Gurpatwant Singh Pannun attacked Hindu Canadians asking us to leave Canada and go back to India," Arya, a member of the Liberal Party of Canada, said. "I have heard from many Hindu-Canadians who are fearful after this targeted attack. I urge Hindu-Canadians to stay calm but vigilant. Please report any incident of Hinduphobia to your local law enforcement agencies," the ...

Question mark over India-Canada economic ties amid diplomatic standoff

Canada identifies expelled Indian diplomat as RAW station chief in Ottawa, sources say Canadian diplomat expelled from Delhi is intelligence officer

How India and Canada's relations crumbled after killing of Sikh leader

On June 18, unknown assailants shot and killed Hardeep Singh Nijjar, who supported the formation of an independent homeland - known as Khalistan - for Sikhs in northern India

Sikh Gurdwaras (Amendment) Act to end right over Gurbani telecast: CM Mann

The Chief Minister said this Act will be called the Sikh Gurdwaras (Amendment) Act, 2023, and will come into force on and with effect from the date of its publication in the Official Gazette

SGPC passes budget of Rs 1138.14 cr for FY 2023-24 in its general meeting

The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee on Tuesday passed a budget of Rs 1,138.14 crore for the financial year 2023-24 during its general meeting here, officials said. In one of the resolution passed during the meeting, the body condemned arrest of Sikh youths who during a recent police crackdown against radical preacher Amritpal Singh and his aides. The SGPC said the Sikh youths who were arrested, would be provided legal aid by the body. SGPC general secretary Gurcharan Singh Grewal presented the budget which was passed by the SGPC members. Head granthi (Priest) of the Harmandar Sahib (Golden Temple) Giani Jagtar Singh, Jathedar of Takht Kesgarh Sahib Giani Raghbir Singh, SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami, SGPC office-bearers and members were present during the budget meeting. Sharing information after the budget meeting, Dhami said the SGPC budget has recorded a 17 per cent increase as compared to last year. The SGPC president said a special amount has been arranged for

US State Senate unanimously passes resolution honouring Sikh community

The resolution was moved by Representative Angela Romero and Senator Luz Escamilla from Salt Lake City

SGPC seeks action against those making provocative statements in Punjab

The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) on Tuesday said it has written to the police here and demanded strict action against those making provocative speeches against the Sikh community. The letter was written by SGPC secretary Partap Singh, which was handed over to Amritsar Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Parminder Singh Bhandal. Singh said in two separate videos, two men from Gurdaspur and Amritsar allegedly made some provocative statements against the Sikh community. He said such statements can disturb the peaceful environment in the state. The SGPC secretary demanded strict legal action against the two after registering a case against them under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code.

Man charged for Sikh family's kidnapping, murder in California: Authorities

The man involved in the kidnapping and killing of an Indian-origin Sikh family, including an eight-month-old baby, has been charged with four counts of first-degree murder, one for each life lost, authorities in California said. The Sikh family of four, 8-month-old Aroohi Dheri, her 27-year-old mother Jasleen Kaur, her 36-year-old father Jasdeep Singh, and her 39-year-old uncle Amandeep Singh were kidnapped and killed by a former disgruntled employee of their trucking company last week. Jesus Salgado, the man involved in the kidnapping and killing was arrested on October 6. He was charged on Monday with four counts of first-degree murder, one for each life lost, prosecutors were quoted as saying by the Los AngelesTimes. The Merced County district attorney's office said in a news release that it would not make a determination this year on whether to pursue the death penalty in the case of Salgado, 48. District Attorney Kimberly Lewis declined to comment on the case beyond the charge

SAD MLA boycotts presidential poll, cites 'sentiments of Sikh community'

The Dakha MLA said he has no opposition to candidature of Murmu. But when the party decided to vote for the BJP candidate, I was not consulted. Even the Sikh community was also not consulted, he said.

Akal Takht chief accepts Centre's 'Z' category 'Sikh only' security detail

Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh, who previously refused Centre's offer of 'Z' category security.

Sikh bodies start 'united struggle' for release of prisoners from community

It was decided in a meeting called by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) for discussing and strategising the release of Sikh prisoners

Sikh community strong link in India's relations with other nations: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the Sikh community has become a strong link in India's relations with other countries.Interacting with a Sikh delegation at his residence this evening, PM Modi said, "When I went to Iran in 2016, I got the opportunity to visit Bhai Ganga Singh Sabha Gurudwara in Tehran. One more unforgettable moment of my life is my visit to the Neuve-Chapelle Indian Memorial in France. It pays tribute to the sacrifices of the Indian soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the World War. This experience is an example of how our Sikh community has become a strong link in India's relations with other countries."The Prime Minister asserted that he is making efforts to strengthen the link further."It is my fortune that I have got an opportunity to strengthen this link further. I keep on making every possible effort for the same," he said."Our Gurus have taught us courage and service. The people of India went to different parts of the world without any ...