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US Charges R&AW Official Vikas Yadav Charged with “Murder-for-hire” in Pannun Case

The US Justice Department has unsealed indictment charging an employee of Indian Government and a former Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW) official Vikas Yadav for attempting to get a US citizen Sikh activist assassinated in US.

World Sikh Parliament’s Response To Fresh Canadian Revelations on India’s Covert Operations

In a response to recent revelations of alleged foreign interference and transnational repression by the Indian State targeting the Sikhs, the World Sikh Parliament has publicly commended the Government of Canada for its decisive action against Indian diplomats allegedly involved in criminal activities targeting the Sikh community.

Antim Sanskar of Sikh Activist Gurpreet Singh Hari Nau Scheduled for Today

Gurpreet Singh Hari Nau, a prominent Sikh activist, tragically lost his life on October 9, 2024, when he was shot by two unidentified assailants while returning home. The police are currently investigating the incident but have yet to make any arrests or reveal significant breakthroughs in the case.

Full Text of Canadian PM Justin Trudeau’s Statement About India’s Links to Violent Criminal Activities in Canada

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced the expulsion of six Indian diplomats as part of an ongoing investigation into violent criminal activities allegedly linked to the Government of India.

RCMP Statement on Violent Criminal Activity Occurring in Canada with Connections to Agents of the Government of India

On October 14, 2024, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) issued a statement addressing ongoing investigations into serious criminal activities linked to agents of the Government of India.

Is Justin Trudeau Accusing the Indian Government Just For Vote Bank Politics?

In the wake of escalating diplomatic tensions between Canada and India, the narrative has taken a complex turn, with both nations grappling with serious accusations and geopolitical implications. Journalist Mandeep Singh delves deep into this unfolding situation in a compelling conversation with Parmjeet Singh, editor of Sikh Siyasat News.

On Canada-India Escalated Diplomatic Tensions: What Indian Media is Not Telling Us? What’s Next?

In the wake of escalating diplomatic tensions between Canada and India, the narrative has taken a complex turn, with both nations grappling with serious accusations and geopolitical implications.

Canadian Officials Must Continue to Hold India Accountable for Violence Against Sikhs Across Canada: BCGC

The BC Gurdwaras Council (BCGC) has called on the Canadian government to take strong action against Indian diplomats involved in violent crimes targeting Sikh activists in Canada. Citing Canadian administration’s recent revelations

SCI Likely to Hear CBI’s Appeal in CM Beant Singh Case Today

The Supreme Court of India is likely to take up an appeal by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday, 16 October 2024, concerning the 1995 former Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh’s murder case.

Canada and US vindicated Sikh Stand on India’s Transnational Repression

Appreciating the relentless efforts made by Canadian Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau and its investigative agency RCMP, for exposing the masterminds and conspirators behind the assassination of Canadian Sikh Hardeep Singh Nijjar,

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.

WSO Welcomes Canada’s Declaration of India as a “Significant Public Safety Risk”

The World Sikh Organization of Canada (WSO) welcomes Canada’s declaration of India's foreign interference activities as a “significant threat to public safety” in Canada.

Politics

Political Storm Over Rahul Gandhi’s Comments About Highlight Need for a Sikh Homeland: Sikh Fed UK

Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Indian Parliament has kicked off a political storm following a speech in Virginia. Turning to a Sikh member of the audience he stated: “The fight is about whether he, as a Sikh, is going to be allowed to wear a turban in India; or whether, he, as a Sikh, will be allowed to wear a Kara in India; or whether he, as a Sikh, is allowed to go to a Gurudwara.”

Amritpal Singh’s Mother’s Statement about Khalistan Triggers Controversy, Backlash and Clarifications

On July 5th, when Amritpal Singh took oath of allegiance to the Indian Constitution as a Member of the Indian Parliament, Bibi Balwinder Kaur, Amritpal Singh's mother, addressed the media at Jallukhera village. She, interalia, said, "Anybody may say anything, but he (Amritpal Singh) is not a Khalistani supporter." She urged that now, with Amritpal Singh having taken an oath on the Indian Constitution, such allegations should cease.

Amritpal Singh’s 4 Day Temporary Release for Oath Taking: All You Need to Know

The District Magistrate of Amritsar has approved the temporary release of Amritpal Singh, a National Security Act (NSA) detainee, for the purpose of taking his oath as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha.

Faridkot Lok Sabh Results: Sarabjit Singh Khalsa Wins, Karamjit Anmol Lasts Second

In the ongoing tallying of votes for the Faridkot (SC) Lok Sabha seat, independent candidate Sarabjit Singh Khalsa, the son of Shaheed Beant Singh, has taken a commanding lead.

Khadoor Sahib Final Result: Amritpal Singh Wins, Valtoha lasts Fourth

In Khadoor Sahib constituency independent candidate and president of Waris Punjab De party is leading with a considerable margin. Amritpal Singh is jailed in Dibrugarh jail of Assam under the National Security Act. 

Analysing Tankhah to Sukhbir Badal & SGPC President’s Statement About Control Over Akal Takht

In this interview, Sikh Siyasat editor Parmjeet Singh Gazi analyzes the recent actions of the Jathedar, particularly his decision to declare Sukhbir Badal as Tankhaiya, and the subsequent statement by the SGPC President regarding control over the Akal Takht.

Ongoing Upheaval in Sikh Electoral Politics in Punjab

The landscape of Sikh electoral politics is currently marked by significant upheaval and fluidity, reflecting a period of intense transformation and factionalism. The Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal) is at the center of this turbulence, as internal rifts have erupted within the party. The faction led by Sukhbir Singh Badal has expelled several senior leaders, accusing them of "anti-party activities," after the latter announced to organize “Akali Dal Sudhal Lehar” (SAD-Badal Reform Movement).

What Is Misl Satluj’s Vision for Punjab? Interview with Ajaypal Singh Brar

In this engaging video, journalist Mandeep Singh interviews Ajaypal Singh Brar, President of Misl Satluj, a socio-political organization that has recently unveiled its manifesto.

Four Sikh Detainees Express Willingness to Contest Punjab Assembly By-Polls

Following the electoral victory of Amritpal Singh in the Lok Sabha election from the Khadoor Sahib constituency while incarcerated in Assam’s Dibrugarh jail under the National Security Act (NSA), there has been a surge in announcements of candidacies by Sikh detainees for the upcoming Punjab Assembly bypolls.

Sangrur Lok Sabha Results: Simranjit Singh Mann trailing; Meet Hayer Likely to Win

Simranjit Singh Mann, who also serves as the president of Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar (Mann), faces the prospect of losing his seat after winning the Sangrur by-election in 2022.

Lok Sabha 2024 Results: Narendra Modi Won from Varanasi

In a stunning development, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi finds himself trailing in the Varanasi constituency as per early vote count data released by the Election Commission of India (ECI).

Analyzing Sikh Electoral Politics: Key Constituencies and Post-Election Scenarios in Punjab

In this video Sikh Siyasat editor Parmjeet Singh Gazi delves into the intricacies of Sikh electoral politics in Punjab ahead of the Lok Sabha polling on June 1st.

Videos

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Is Justin Trudeau Accusing the Indian Government Just For Vote Bank Politics?

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Shaheed And Shaheedi Memorials: Why They Are important To Sikhs?

On Legacy of Sikh Struggle, Current Situation and the Way Forward: Bhai Mandhir Singh’s Speech in UK