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Sikh Sewak Society International USA sponsored the Vigil for Orlando Shooting Victims

Residents quietly gathered at Norwich City Hall courtyard Thursday night to remember the 49 killed earlier this month in the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, Fla.

USA: Sikh owner fears hate crime after horse shot dead in Tennessee

As per media reports, [i]n a possible hate crime, the horse of a Sikh man in the US state of Tennessee has been shot dead from a close range.

Free Akal Takht team launches Global Sikh Governance Framework

Free Akal Takht team has launched "Global Sikh Governance Framework". Free Akal Takht movement has been gathering views from Sikhs worldwide on the ideal process for governing Global Sikh Community.

Man who attacked Toronto Sikh man in Quebec City gets 10 months in jail

The World Sikh Organization of Canada has called the sentencing of Gabriel Royer Tremblay a strong message that hateful and racist attacks will not be tolerated.

American Sikh Council expresses condolences for the victims of the bombing at Istanbul Airport

New York, USA: A press release by the American Sikh Council (ASC) states that the ASC was extremely upset by the unspeakable act of bombing and mass murder at the Istanbul’s Ataturk Airport in Turkey early Wednesday, June 29, 2016. The death from the deadly attack that rocked Istanbul’s international airport is currently 41, and the number of injured are 239, according to governor of Istanbul, Vasip Sahin. According to the Prime Minister Binali Yildirim, there were three armed gunmen who arrived in a taxi and blew themselves up after opening fire at the entrance of the airport. The American Sikh Council sends its heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of those who have been taken away by this unspeakable tragedy. We pray for a speedy and full recovery of the injured. Our prayers are with all the victims, their families, and local community. May Almighty God lighten your burden, and grace you with hope and healing under these very difficult circumstances. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of profound tragedy and grief. The American Sikh Council requests Sikhs in Turkey and neighboring countries to reach out to the victims and the authorities to assist in any way they possibly can. Such barbaric acts must be condemned in the strictest manner and the American Sikh Council (ASC) stands in solidarity with the civilized world. Religious radicalization must be taken very seriously and condemned publicly by all the appropriate national and international faith organization.   The American Sikh Council is the umbrella organization representative of Sikhs in the United States. It is an elected body of Sikh Gurdwaras and institutions. Currently 71 Gurdwaras and other Sikh institutions across the nation are members of ASC. The major governing purpose of the organization is to represent the collective view of Sikhs in the United States. ASC works to promote Sikh interests at the national and international level focusing on issues of advocacy, education, and well-being of humankind.

Indian consul visit over Sikh genocide resolution creates backlash [Media Report]

The Indian consul of San Francisco’s effort to quash a proposed Fresno City Council resolution calling the massacre of thousands of Sikhs in 1984 a genocide has sparked a backlash among Valley Sikhs.

Green Party’s Sikh candidate for general elections in Australia targeted with racist flayers

A Sikh candidate, Alexandra Kaur Bhathal, who is contesting the General Election for Australia’s Greens Party has reportedly been targeted with racist flyers.

WSO offers tributes to Lt. Col. Pritam Singh Jauhal

World Sikh Organization of Canada offers its tributes to Lt. Col. Pritam Singh Jauhal who passed away on Sunday at the age of 95. Lt. Col Jauhal led the struggle to wear turbans in Royal Canadian Legion halls in the early 1990s.

Surinder Singh of Washington Submits to Panj Pyaras for Forgiveness and Atonement

As per a written press release by Sikh Gurdwara DC and Sikh Council US: Surinder Singh, Granthi of Sikh Gurdwara, Washington, DC, appeared in front of the Panj Pyaras on Sunday, June 26, 2016, per Sikh tradition to atone himself from the mistake of participating in an Amrit ceremony in which Sikh Rehat Maryada was altered.

Snap General Election in the UK is now inevitable: Sikh Federation UK

Sikh Federation UK said in a written release that it looked increasingly likely that the UK would face a snap General Election that will focus the minds of politicians on the task of the UK leaving the EU.

Sikh Council of Central California resolve against Rama Kant Dawar and Sudarshan Kapoor for undermining Sikh interests

Rama Kant Dawar and Sudarshan Kapoor barred from sharing stage at any Sikh Gurdwaras/Organizations (in California central valley) due to their stance against 1984 Sikh genocide resolution with the backing of Indian Consulate.

Indian Consul interferes to block Fresno Council resolution on Sikh Genocide 1984

A proposal to recognize the fact of Sikh Genocide 1984 in Indian subcontinent was taken back by Fresno city council member Clint Olivier on Wednesday (June 22) after Indian Consul's interference.

Sikh Council UK Response to EU Referendum Result

Sikh Council UK notes the major democratic exercise held in the UK on 23rd June resulting in UK voters deciding to leave the European Union.

UK Sikh group calls for mature political leadership in the UK to unite a “divided country”

Following the EU Referendum decision to leave the EU what is immediately required in the interests of Britain is economic and political stability to reassure markets. The financial and housing markets have already seen some large shocks.

Honor Oak Creek & Orlando By Joining Day of Seva, says Sikh Coalition

August 5, 2016 marks the fourth anniversary of the tragic shooting inside the Oak Creek Gurdwara. The Sikh Coalition has announced to mark the day as Sewa Day.

Interpol withdraws Paramjit Singh Pamma’s International Arrest Warrent

Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), a US based human rights and advocacy group said in a written statement that the Government of India is facing a daunting task to extradite Paramjeet Singh Pamma since Interpol has also withdrawn the arrest warrants against the Sikh activist who is living in UK since 1999 as refugee.

Dal Khalsa president along with Sikh Federation leaders met Member of European Parliament in Brussels to discuss a range of issues

Dal Khalsa president along with Sikh Federation (UK) leaders met Member of the European Parliament Mr Sion Simon in Brussels (Belgium) to discuss a range of issues, including human rights situation, Indian Government's indifferent attitude and repressive policies towards religious minorities and lower caste.

Majority of UK Sikhs in favour of remaining in the European Union: Sikh Network Survey

Just days before the European Union (EU) Referendum the United Kingdom (UK) Sikh Survey designed and managed by the Sikh Network has had responses from over 2,500 members of the Sikh community.

Sikh Community Stands United in Orlando: Sikh Coalition

One week ago, a gunman walked into a LGBTQ nightclub and murdered 49 innocent people and wounded 53 more. The deadliest shooting in U.S. history became the 133rd mass shooting in the United States this year.

American Sikh Community Offers Help and Stands in Solidarity With the Victims of the Orlando Shooting

The Sikh Sangat of Orlando community spokesperson, Baljit Singh said, "In this grim hour we offer our deepest condolences for all those affected by the horrific event and offer our prayers for those departed."

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