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UK Foreign Secretary Urged to Secure Release of Jagtar Singh Jaggi During India Visit Next Week: Sikh Federation UK

The Sikh Federation (UK) wrote to David Lammy on July 17, 2024 ahead of his visit to India next week urging him to secure the immediate release and return of Jagtar Singh Johal to the UK.

India Funding Taliban to Assassinate Kashmiri and Sikh militants in Pakistan: Former CIA Officer Sarah Adams

Sarah Adams, a former CIA Targeting Officer renowned for her expertise in ‘counter-terrorism’, made startling revelations in a recent episode of the “Shawn Ryan Show.” In a recent episode of the show hosted by former Navy SEAL Shawn Ryan, Adams disclosed that Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW), the Indian intelligence agency, has been actively engaged in operations across Pakistan and Afghanistan. According to her, Indian agencies have cultivated ties with the Afghan Taliban which they are using to carry operations, including targeted assassinations, in Pakistan.

SGPC Appointed Jathedars Summon Sukhbir Badal over Rebels’ Letter

The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), five appointed Jathedars have summoned Sukhbir Badal, former president of Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal), following allegations leveled by a rebel faction of the party.

Antim Ardas Samagam in Amritsar in the Memory of Bhai Gajinder Singh on 13 July

In a solemn tribute to the late Bhai Gajinder Singh, an Antim Ardas samagam is scheduled to be held on 13 July 2024 at 8 am at Gurdwara Shaheed Baba Gurbakhsh Singh Ji, near Akal Takht Sahib in the Darbar Sahib complex, Amritsar.

Exiled Sikh Leader Bhai Gajinder Singh Passes Away in Pakistan

Bhai Gajinder Singh, the exiled Sikh leader and founding president of the pro-Sikh freedom body Dal Khalsa, has passed away in Pakistan. He had been hospitalized a few days earlier, reportedly due to a heart ailment.

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.

Indian Transnational Repression Must Not Be Left Unaddressed: Sikh Organizations

July 3, 2024 — Today, the World Sikh Organization of Canada and the Sikh Coalition in the United States issued the following joint statement: “The ...

A Sikh Spent 12 Years in Jail for a Poem | Bhai Narien Singh

The Antim Ardas ceremony of S. Tarlok Singh, father of Bhai Navjot Singh (CM Beant Singh case), took place on Tuesday, June 25 at Gurdwara Saacha Dhan in Sector 60, Mohali.

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.

Emerging Dynamics in Sikh Electoral Politics of Punjab After Lok Sabha Results

A fragmented landscape is unfolding in Sikh electoral politics, marked by the significant reduction of the dominant force, SAD (Badal), which is now embroiled in internal strife that may lead to a split. As multiple players vie for influence, no single entity has yet consolidated all Sikh electoral power. 

Tributes Paid of S. Tarlok Singh, father of Bhai Navjot Singh (Beant case)

The Antim Ardas ceremony of S. Tarlok Singh, father of Bhai Navjot Singh (CM Beant Singh case), took place on Tuesday, June 25 at Gurdwara Saacha Dhan in Sector 60, Mohali.

Defying Hate: The Sikh Way Forward

Over the last two days, the surge of unhinged coordinated hate and vitriol against Sikhs, has reminded every Sikh parent to commit to four key principles for themselves and their kids:

Kaurnama – Legacy of Shaheed Sikh Women: Bhai Daljit Singh’s Speech

Experience Bhai Daljit Singh's speech at the Shaheedi Samagam in Panjwar village, where the book "Kaurnama" was released on May 6, 2024. In this video, Bhai Daljit Singh shares inspiring stories of Shaheed Sikh women, highlighting their bravery and sacrifices.

U.S. Senators Seek Action Over Alleged Indian Plot to Assassinate American Citizen

A group of U.S. Senators has called for a strong diplomatic response to allegations of an Indian government plot to assassinate an American citizen on U.S. soil. In a joint letter dated 17th of June 2024, addressed to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Senators Jeffrey Merkley, Chris Van Hollen, Tim Kaine, Bernard Sanders, and Ron Wyden expressed "deep concern about credible allegations" and demanded accountability for those involved.

The Custody of Amritpal Singh and 9 Other Sikh Detainees Extended for 1 More Year

The custody of Amritpal Singh and nine other detainees has been extended for another year. These individuals have been held at Dibrugarh jail in Assam since last year under the National Security Act (NSA).

WSO Remembers Bhai Nijjar- Calls for Modi’s Exclusion from Canadian G7 Meeting

WSO urges Prime Minister Trudeau to ensure that Indian Prime Minister Modi is not invited to the G7 meeting scheduled to take place in Kananaskis, Alberta, in 2025.

“Kaurnama: The Untold Story of Shaheed Sikh Women” Released at London Freedom Rally

Thousands of Sikhs from across the United Kingdom convened in London on June 16 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Teeja Ghallughara, the June 1984 attack on Darbar Sahib (Amritsar) and other Sikh Gurdwaras.

U.S. Prosecutor Announces Extradition of Indian Citizen Nikhil Gupta in Pannun’s Foiled Assessination Attempt Case

United States Attorney’s Office has issued a press release regarding extradition and charges against Indian citizen Nikhil Gupta in Gurpatwant Singh Pannun’s assessination attempt case

Thousands of UK Sikhs Mark 40 Years of June 1984; Hold Freedom Rally in London

Thousands of Sikhs on Sunday (16th June 2024) marked the 40th anniversary of the June 1984 Sikh Genocide by marching through London and holding a Freedom Rally in Trafalgar Square.  The first march and rally took place in London 40 years ago on 10 June 1984.  

Labour Calls for Inquiry into UK’s Role in June 1984 Attack on Darbar Sahib

Deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner and Labour candidate for Coventry South, Zarah Sultana, have called for an inquiry into Britain’s involvement in the June 1984 attack by Indian army on the Darbar Sahib and Akal Takht Sahib in Amritsar, marking the 40th anniversary of June 1984.

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