Akal Takht Sahib

Issue of PTC’s Hegemonic Control Over Gurbani Telecast Again in Focus

The issue of hegemonic control asserted by PTC Network over telecast of Gurabni Kirtan from Darbar Sahib Amritsar is once again in focus.

Islamic Delegation Seeks Support From Akal Takht Against CAA-NRC

A delegation of around a hundred Muslims visited Amritsar in Punjab on Thursday (Feb. 7) to seek support of Akal Takht Sahib against Delhi Sultanate (Indian State)’s fascist norms like Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and National Register of Citizens (NRC).

Akal Takht Sahib Prohibits Idols of Sikh Guru Sahib

In a written release issued by S. Jaspal Singh, personal assistant of SGPC appointed Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib Giani Harpreet Singh, it is said that the Akal Takht Sahib has prohibited the same of idols of Guru Sahibs.

Shaheedi Day of Bhai Sukha-Jinda Marked At Akal Takht Sahib [PICTORIAL]

An annual Samagam was held at the Akal Takht Sahib in Amritsar today to mark the martyrdom day of Shaheed Bhai Sukhdev Singh Sukha and Shaheed Bhai Harjinder Singh Jinda. 

Kashmiri Women Are Part of Our Society, Sikhs Will Not Permit Repeat of 1984 With Them: Giani Harpreet Singh

The SGPC appointed Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib Gaini Harpeet Singh issued a written statement today taking strong notice of comments of Hindutva sections targeting Kashmiri women.

Demand to Stop Dastan-e-Miri-Piri Film: SGPC Sub-Committee to Meet Today

A sub-committee of the Shiromani Gurdwara Prabhandak Committee (SGPC) will meet today to decide about 'Dastan-e-Miri-Piri' against which Sikhs are holding protests. The movie depicts the sixth Sikh Guru, Guru Hargobind Ji in violation of established principle that Sikh Gurus can not be depicted in any visual form, still or moving.

No Clearance to Dastan-E-Miri-Piri Film; Promo Aired Against Our Advise: Giani Harpreet Singh

Breaking his silence over the controversy surrounding cartoon/animation movie Dastan-e-Miri-Piri, the Shiromani Gurdwara Prabhandak Committee (SGPC) appointed Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib Giani Harpeet Singh clarified on Sunday (May 26) that no clearance was given to the film by Akal Takht Sahib.

Five Member Panel to Suggest Names for New Patna Sahib Jathedar

SGPC appointed Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib Giani Harpreet Singh and other Singh Sahibs yesterday announced to form a five member panel to suggest the names for new Jathedar of Takht Sri Harmandir Patna Sahib.

Aftar Amazon, Now Flipkart Enlists Anti-Sikh Merchandise

After Amazon listed, and later apologised and removed, anti-Sikh merchandise another online retail site called Flipkart has listed highly objectionable and offensive items.

Executive Member Amrik Singh Shahpur’s Letter to SGPC President Regarding Appointment of Jathedars

The only non-SAD (Badal) member in the SGPC executive, Amrik Singh Shahpur handed over a letter to SGPC president Gobind Singh Lonogwal demanding that Jathedars should be appointed only in consultation with Panthic bodies and rules and regulations for eligibility, appointment, service and retirement and removal of Jathedars should be framed.

SGPC Gives Additional Charge to Gaini Harpreet Singh as ‘Jathedar’ Akal Takht

The executive committee of the Shiromani Gurdwara Prabhandak Committee (SGPC) held an emergency meeting at Amritsar today and accepted the resignation of Giani Gurbachan Singh as SGPC appointed Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib.

Giani Gurbhachan Singh Expresses Desire to Quit ‘Jathedari’; Cites Age, Health; Says Sorry of Mistakes

The SGPC appointed Jatehdar of Akal Takht Sahib Giani Gurbachan Singh has expressed his desire to quit the post.

Pro-freedom Sikh Groups Remembered Bhai Dilawar Singh at Akal Takhat Amidst Raj Karega Khalsa Slogans

Pro- Sikh Freedom groups today observed the martyrdom day of Bhai Dilawar Singh, who laid his life to execute the then Punjab CM Beant Singh on 31 August 23 years ago and vowed to carry on the mission of martyrs.

Shaheed Jathedar Gurdev Singh Kaunke’s Portrait Installed in Central Sikh Museum

Portrait of Shaheed Jathedar Gurdev Singh Kaunke was installed at Central Sikh Museum on Tuesday (June 5).

Giani Gurbachan Singh Announces Sikh Board for Film Certifications

Gaini Gurbachan Singh, SGPC backed Jathedar, on May 22 announced formation of a ‘Sikh Censor Board’. He said that it was necessary for a filmmaker now to get approval from it before making a movie on a subject related to Sikhs and Sikhi.

Anti-Panthic Outfit Rashtriya Sikh Sangat Resumes its Activities, SGPC, Jathedars Go Silent

On the one hand we are witnessing that factionalism and hostility among these different factions is on the rise in Gurdwaras across the state,

Panth Remembers Its Warrior: Shaheedi Day of Bhai Dilwar Singh observed at Akal Takht Sahib

Pro-Freedom Sikh groups today observed the death anniversary of Shaheed Bhai Dilawar Singh who had attained martyrdom to free Sikhs of Punjab the clutches of usurper Punjab CM Beant Singh on 31 August 22 years ago and vowed to carry on the mission of martyrs.

Bomb Found On Board Punjab Bound Shri Akal Takhat Express

As per the media reports a crude and a letter supposedly written by the Indian Mujahideen, warning of revenge for the killing of Lashkar-e-Taiba

SGPC Proceeds with Giani Gurbachan Singh’s message: Sikh Sangat register strong protest

As soon as Giani Gurbachan Singh stood up to read the message, the Sikh sangat present at Akal Takht Sahib registered strong protest against him.

SAD (Mann) to mark 24th Anniversary of Amritsar Declaration on 1 May in Amritsar

Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar (Mann) has announced to mark the 24th anniversary of Amritsar Declaration on 1 May, 2017 at Amritsar.

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