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British Sikhs may vote more in favor of Labour than Conservative, claims British Sikh Report

The British Sikh Report (BSR) is the only strategic document of its kind, aimed at governmental bodies and national institutions alike, which draws attention to the aspirations of the British Sikh community across a range of areas. Compiled by a collective of British Sikh professionals and academics, it is based on quantitative research and will be used to help better understand and meet the various needs of the Sikh community.

Sacramento Sikh Community Prays for Safety of U.S. Citizen Jailed in India

Speaking with reporters after Thursday’s prayer meeting, Bhajan Singh said: “Sikhs have been here since 1880s. They have established themselves as farmers and working in every aspect of the American fabric. And the hub of the community is Yuba City, and Sacramento, and Stockton. So naturally this has brought a great concern among the community as one of its own is being arrested and possibly tortured in India as we speak.”

UK Sikhs Celebrate Sikh Environment Day in Smethwick

A release by Guru Nanak Gurdwara, Smethwick says [S]ikhs from Sandwell and Birmingham come together to celebrate Sikh Environment Day, the start of the Sikh New Year (Nanakshahi 547) and Birth Anniversary of the 7th Guru Sri Guru Har Rai Sahib Ji.

Proclamation: 1984 Sikh Genocide and Praising the Values of Religious Liberty

Whereas, The United States is home to over 500,000 Sikhs and San Joaquin County is the location of the oldest Sikh-American community, Stockton Gurdwara, which was founded in 1912 and, one year later, the Ghadar Party formed, the first organized and sustained campaign of resistance to the British Empire’s occupation of the Indian subcontinent [...]

City of Stockton Proclamation Recognizes “Ongoing Impact” of 1984 Sikh Genocide on Indian Minorities

A 30-year-old massacre of Sikhs by the government of India gained fresh attention in California on Tuesday when the City of Stockton, home to the oldest community of Sikhs in the United States, passed a proclamation recognizing the 1984 Sikh Genocide and praising religious liberty.

No such thing as umbrella bodies for Sikhs In the UK: Sikh Federation (UK)

Umbrella bodies for Sikhs and other faith communities in the UK are a thing of the past. These bodies were traditionally encouraged by the UK Government and officials for ‘representational’ purposes as they liked to deal with one or two community leaders in return for ‘official patronage’. The membership/leadership of these organisations has become elitist, often controlled by one or two individuals since being established and often lacking mass support.

Dental student from Ropar (Punjab) found dead in California (USA)

A 37-year-old Punjabi woman dental student has been found dead in Albany, the US city's first homicide victim since 2004, officials reportedly said on Wednesday.

U.S. citizen Ravinder Singh jailed in India as Californians call for his freedom

An American citizen has been taken as a political prisoner in Punjab, India. His family in America is now speaking out, asking the American government to intervene: “The freedom and the liberties that we have here aren’t exactly the same in other countries. That’s kind of what we’re worried about. Going to sleep every day. You know, I have to stay up at night time for extra, till a long period of time, trying to talk to the embassy, trying to get them to free my dad.”

San Jose’s Guru Nanak Khalsa School Celebrates 25 Years

Guru Nanak Khalsa School in San Jose, California recently marked its 25th Anniversary. Principal Pushpinder Kaur, who has run the school since 1992, says enrollment has grown from a few students to over 700 students.

Family and Local Business to Hold Press Conference for US Citizen Imprisoned in India

Ravinder Singh Gogi, American Citizen and owner of Dasmesh Truck Driving School in Lathrop, is being held as a political prisoner at the Ludhiana Jail in Punjab, India. His family and fellow business owners are demanding his release from police custody and will be holding a press conference on Friday, March 6 2015 at the Lathrop District Chamber of Commerce at 15104 South Harlan Road, Lathrop, CA 95330.

Ban on ‘India’s Daughter’ Documentary Disappointing: WSO

The World Sikh Organization of Canada is disappointed by the Government of India’s decision to ban the documentary India's Daughter about the savage 2012 gang rape and murder of a student in Delhi. The documentary explores the culture of rape in India as well as the background and mindset of the perpetrators of the 2012 crime that shook the country.

Sikh artwork on display at Texas University

The Sikh tradition has long been at the forefront of social innovation. The Institute of Texan Cultures, a unit of the University of Texas at San Antonio, is hosting an exhibition titled ‘Sikhs: Legacy of the Punjab’. More than 100 pieces of Sikh artwork and artifacts are on display at the exhibition, which will remain open till January 3 next year.

Sikh Federation UK expresses shock over bullying of Sikh student in USA

"This is totally unacceptable behaviour and has become increasingly more prevalent in society after 9/11. It is not restricted to the USA. Recently a Sikh man was brutally attacked in a racially motivated terror attack in North Wales. This worrying trend of 'mistaken identity' is negatively impacting upon the innocent Sikh community around the world, while national governments are failing to address the root cause", said Gurjeet Singh, press secretary of Sikh Federation UK.

Ontario Khalsa Darbar (Dixie Gurdwara) to celebrate Holla-Mohalla on March 7

Ontario Khalsa Darbar (Dixie Gurdwara) has announced to observe Holla-Mohalla on March 07, 2015.

SikhNet launches animation/cartoon short film Kaur

KAUR was funded to a large extent by an anonymous donor who made a contribution to SikhNet after reading a blog post written by SikhNet’s CTO and Founder, Gurumustuk Singh Khalsa, about his daughter.

Quebec Judge’s Ban on Hijab Stunningly Wrong: World Sikh Organization of Canada

The World Sikh Organization of Canada is stunned by the refusal of a Quebec judge to hear the case of a hijab-wearing Muslim woman in Montreal. Judge Eliana Marengo said that the hijab was "inappropriate" because the courtroom is a "secular place".

EcoSikh Joins World Bank in Working to End Extreme Poverty

EcoSikh board member Suneet Singh Tuli and EcoSikh program manager Sumeet Kaur last week joined a roundtable discussion for faith-based organizations, hosted by Dr. Jim Yong Kim, President of the World Bank.

Sikh Gurdwara Langars feed Britain’s homeless

As per media reports many homeless people in the UK receive free hot meals and vital supplies on a regular basis from Gurdwara langars. The Guru Singh Sabha Gurdwara in Southall, thought to be the biggest Sikh Gurdwara outside of India, revealed to BBC that they serve about 15,000 meals every week.

Fire breaks out at Leicester Gurdwara; Saroops of Guru Granth Sahib and Sangat taken out safely

Fire broke out today at Gurdwara Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib localted at East Park Road in Leicester. The flames were spotted at around 11.15am from top story of the Gurdwara Sahib building, which is only used for storage . Five fire crews and an aerial ladder platform were called to the scene.

British Army considering creation of Sikh regiment

Bhai Amrik Singh, the Chair of the Sikh Federation (UK) said: "We welcome this announcement. It is a shame it has come so close to the General Election, but we will urge any future UK Government to make this a reality. Prince Charles confirmed his support to us a few months ago and it is good politicians are now beginning to see the logic. Better late than never."

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