Selected Articles

NOTES ON ART AND PERSONALITY FROM THE SIKH VIEWPOINT

First, life. Then, its expression. The plum and the peach, if they are alive, must burst into a white universe of flowers when spring comes.

THE GURU’S WORD

The design of the Guru’s word is as infinite and inscrutable and as simple as Creation. As the different prophets saw Creation and wondered and uttered Truth as they felt, so is the Guru’s word. All the past prophets and poets of the future come singing. Mere word- weavers, mere music-makers are of no consequence here: they are still paddling in very shallow waters on the shore.

Sikh Struggle Has Clearly Defined Agenda [Op-Ed]

First they called us Khalistanis. Now they have added the word “Terrorists” First they blamed Pakistan for supporting us. Now they have added Canada’s name too. First they sought sanctions against Pakistan. Now they propose the same with Canada.

Animating Sikh History [Op-Ed]

The trend of animating Sikh History is getting prevalent these days. With the flow of information and under the influence of technical advantages, a part of Sikh Sangat is being enticed by some vested interests that they are serving the Panth by animating the Sikh history.

The Sikh Struggle for Self Determination

Following the resolutions of the Sarbat Khalsa of 26 January 1986, the Sikh nation on 29th April 1986 declared the goal of peaceably establishing an independent, sovereign state in Indian-occupied Punjab where the Sikhs would live in security, freedom and dignity. On Khalistan Day 2019, the Sikhs will reaffirm their commitment to that noble, lawful and historic national decision.

Confronting Indian Interference in Sikh Affairs [Op-Ed.]

The interference of the Indian Government through its various intelligence agencies in Sikh affairs, both within Indian occupied Punjab and our diaspora communities, has been an ongoing process since 1984.

International Law Binds Indian State To Prevent, Punish Acts of Genocide [OP-ED]

What distinguishes the learned judgment delivered by Justices S Muralidhar and Vinod Goel is not just the meticulous finding of criminality and award of punishment in the Sajjan Kumar case but the urging that “Neither ‘crimes against humanity’ nor ‘genocide’ is part of our domestic law of crime.

103 Seconds Interaction on Beadbi Issue Tells It All

The question here is that when Badals and Amarinder Singh have arrived on same pitch on Beadbi issues, who is behind it ‘from across the border’ or ‘from within the borders’?

Organised Genocide, Not Merely Largest Mob Lynching

In November 1984, Sikhs were subjected to genocidal violence throughout India. The genocide was planned, co-ordinated, organised and carried out by high ups in government, administration and political layers.

Modern Historiography fits Maharaja Ranjit Singh in Indian Nationalistic Perspective

“That history always has a purpose. That history is always about power. That history is never innocent but always ideological.” – Keith Jenkins ‘Rethinking of ...

INTERNATIONALISM AND THE SIKHS (author: Prof. Puran Singh)

Internationalism and the Sikh by Prof. Puran Singh. The Sikhs are creations of the Guru's universal love. They are by their very birth of His spirit citizens of the world.

How ‘Jathedars’ failed to follow the Sikh Tradition on Bandi Chhor?

During the 18th century a rich tradition developed amongst the Sikhs to get together in Amritsar on the occasion of Baisakhi and Bandi Chhor, ignoring their internal differences, in order to discuss the issues concerning the Panth.

Dal Khalsa to Continue the Sikh Struggle for Independence [Special Article on 40th Foundation Day by Kanwarpal Singh]

Dal Khalsa embarks on 40th year of struggle and pledges to carry on peaceful struggle for complete independence of Punjab: Article by Kanwar Pal Singh.

REVIEW – ‘OUTJUSTICED 2’, A Documentary by Sikh Siyasat (JAGDIP SINGH)

‘Outjusticed 2’ is a documentary produced by Punjab-based media platform Sikh Siyasat, and is directed by the news site’s editor Parmjeet Singh.

The Sword of Guru Gobind Singh (author: Prof. Puran Singh)

Every Sikh is to wear His Sword. Not his own. Kripan is a gift from the Guru. It is not an instrument of offence or defence; it is mind made intense by the love of the Guru. The Sikh is to have a sword-like mind. It is the visible sign of an intensely sensitive soul.

Events of Saka Nakodar tell the saga of the fascist offensives in Punjab

Thirty-one years ago on this day four innocent Sikh young men were murdered by the Punjab police and Indian para-military forces while they were peacefully protesting against the desecration of Shri Guru Granth Sahib.

OP-ED: SC Verdict on Jan Gan Man Mandates Hindutva Nationalism (author: Jaspal Singh Sidhu)

Usual interpretation of the Indian Supreme Court verdict on ‘Jana Gana Mana’, the National Anthem on 30 November, 2016 as curbing of individual’s freedom could hardly fathom the real intention behind the judicial overreach which is meant to serve a larger purpose.

Casteism: Termite to society

Caste system is one of the world’s longest surviving social stratification. It is based on a simple one line ideology that "All men are born unequal".

Where is the Democracy in India? [Guest Post]

Today, in recognition of India’s 68th Independence Day, I want to talk about democracy, about equality, about liberty, about prosperity, and about peace.

Waking Up to the Guru’s Words of Wisdom

A Word A Thought, or AWAT as it known, has become a part of my daily routine, as it has for the many thousands of subscribers across the world of the free email service that began in June 2014.

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