November 2012 Archive

Sikh bodies, ASGPC & AISSF, hailed US President Barak Obama’s election victory

Ludhiana/Punjab (November 07, 2012): As the Barack Hussein Obama has been elected as President of the United States for the second time, many Sikhs circles have hailed his victory and sent Obama congratulatory messages. It is learnt that American Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (AGPC) and All India Sikh Students Federation have sent the congratulatory messages to US President.

Canadian Sikh Coalition hailed the efforts of Australian MP Hon. Warren Entsch

Ontario, Canada (November 07, 2012): Canadian Sikhs have applauded Australian M.P. Warren Entsch's efforts for tabling a petition of 4453 signatures in Australian Parliament to recognize the November 1984 killings of Sikhs in India as a genocide.

Chandigarh Court to hear arguments for summoning Ujjal Dosanjh on Nov. 27

Chandigarh/India (November 07, 2012): It is learnt that the court of Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) Chandigarh has fixed November 27, 2012 as the court date to hear arguments for summoning former Premier of British Columbia and a Canadian NRI politician Ujjal Dosanjh in a “defamation” case.

Sikh voices on Climate Change at PowerShift 2012

Ludhiana/Punjab (November 06, 2012): According an EcoSikh newsletter: Gurpreet Singh Dipak presented on Sikh faith based perspectives on climate change and represented Ecosikh at Powershift 2012, an environmental, youth led conference on climate justice held in Ottawa, Canada over the 26-29 of October.

Dal Khalsa urges Indian civil society to speak out for Irom Chanu Sharmila, who is on fast since 12 years

Hoshiarpur, Punjab (November 06, 2012): The Dal Khalsa has slammed Indian civil society for remaining silent in the case of 'Iron Lady of Manipur' Irom Chanu Sharmila, who is on on hunger strike since 2000 demanding repeal of 'draconian' Armed Forces Special Power Act (AFSPA).and the international community for not showing proper concern against 'ethnic cleansing' of Rohingyas in Burma.

United Sikhs gets recognized for advocacy and Humanitarian aid

Ludhiana (November 08, 2012): It is learnt that Jesse Jackson from the “Rainbow PUSH Coalition” has recognized the "United Sikhs" with a Humanitarian Award for its remarkable work in the field of Advocacy and Humanitarian Aid.

India tells PM Harper that Canadian Sikh Diaspora is “extremist”

New Delhi/Ludhaina, India (November 06, 2012): India has once again shouted it's alleged concerns about so-called “Sikh extremism” in Canada. According to media reports: “It’s the latest in a string of efforts by Indian authorities, including Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, to press Ottawa to stay vigilant about Sikhs in Canada who favour the establishment of Khalistan”.

PU students protested against denial of justice to 1984 victims

Chandigarh, Punjab (November 05, 2012): As per reports the members of Students for Society (SFS) organized a demonstration on November 04, 2012 at Punjab University, Chandigarh campus demanding justice for the victims of November 1984 violence against the Sikhs.

Suspicious man at Oak Creek Gurudwara (United States) quizzed by authorities

As per news reports a 31-year-old Severna Park man who said he is following directions from God to visit sites of tragedies in the United States was recently detained and interviewed by authorities after ammunition was found in his car outside the Sikh Gurudwara of Wisconsin, where a gunman killed six worshippers and himself in August, police reported.

Respecting freedom of Religion, California school allowed Kirpans for Sikh students

California (November 05, 2012): According to reports a Southern California school district has allowed Sikh students to wear the Kirpan in school. It is learnt that at least three high school students in the Jurupa Unified School District will be allowed to wear the approximately 2-inch Kirpan at school after ensuring certain safety measures.

Rubabi Bhai Lal passed away; He was 17th generation descendent of Bhai Mardana Ji

Lahore/Pakistan (November 05, 2012): Rubabi Bhai Lal has passed away. He was 17th generation descendent of Bhai Mardana Ji – a companion of first Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. He was undergoing treatment in a hospital at Lahore as he had suffered a heart attack few days back.

India banned “Sadda Haq” Punjabi movie based on events of 1980-90s Punjab

Chandigarh/Punjab (November 05, 2012): According to media reports Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has refused to grant clearance to a Punjabi film titled “Sadda Haq” that reportedly depict real life events 1980-90s Punjab.

Sikh body writes to Canadian PM Harper ahead of his visit to India

Amritsar/Punjab (November 04, 2012): It is learnt that 3 days ahead of the visit of Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, the Dal Khalsa has sent him a memorandum, sharing with him its concerns and thoughts about Sikhs in India and Canada.

Arrested Briton, Jaswant Singh Azad, booked in another case; Counsel urged UK’s High Commission to take notice

Ludhiana/Jalandhar, Punjab (November 05, 2012): According to information available with Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) Jaswant Singh Azad, a British Citizen who was booked by Jalandhar police under Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, has been booked in another case under UA(P)A by Ludhiana police.

A Candle in the Dark – An Exhibition of Sikh History by National Sikh Youth Federation (UK)

London, UK (November 04, 2012): In a press statement the National Sikh Youth Federation (NSYF), a UK based Sikh youth body, has revealed it's plans to hold an exhibition on various places in the UK. This is the first exhibition of this nature, curated by a team of professionals, which has been developed within the Sikh community.

Thousands gathered in Toronto to mark 28th Year of Genocidal Attacks on Sikhs in India

Toronto Canada (November 03, 2012): While PM Harper is on a visit to India, thousands of Canadians gathered in Toronto to protest against the ongoing impunity to the members of the ruling Congress party of India, who organized genocidal attacks on Sikhs during November 1984. The gathering urged Canadian Prime Minister to raise with his Indian counterpart, the issues of denial of justice to the victims of the 1984 Sikh Genocide and India’s nefarious campaign against Canadians branding them as “supporters of terrorism”.

Canada: Statement by New Democrat Leader Thomas Mulcair on the tragedy of November 1984 in India

Canada (November 04, 2012): The New Democratic Party leader Tom Mulcair issued a statement on November 01, 2012 regarding the planned, widespread and systematic massacres of Sikhs in India 28 years ago in November 1984.

Sikh Genocide 1984 – Sikh bodies want United Nations to intervene for the sake of justice

Jalandhar/Punjab (November 03, 2012): Slamming Indian system for failing to prosecute high and mighty perpetrators of Nov 84 carnage, the Dal Khalsa has called upon the UN to intervene for the sake of justice.

Sikhs in Catalonia support independence movement

Catalonia/Spain (November 03, 2012): According to media reports Catalonia’s gathering drive to seek independence from Spain. As per Express New Service (ENS) report November 25, 2012 regional elections could become an unofficial referendum on independence, 1.5 million residents, out of a total population of 7.5 million, will not be eligible to vote because they are not Spanish citizens.

Khalistan ideologue Dr. Sohan Singh passed away at 98

Mohali, Punjab (November 03, 2012): Khalistan ideologue Dr. Sohan Singh passed away on October 31, 2012 at the age of 98. He was cremated in Mohali on November 01, 2012. Dr. Sohan Singh died of old age after a brief illness and He is Survived by four sons.

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