BC MLA Mandeep Dhaliwal Moves Motion to Recognize 1984 Sikh Genocide

May 21, 2026

A new motion introduced in the British Columbia Legislative Assembly by Surrey North MLA Mandeep Dhaliwal seeks official recognition of the 1984 Sikh Genocide, emphasizing the importance of education and remembrance in confronting targeted violence.

Sikh Federation (UK) Demands Life Sentence for John Ashby in Religiously Aggravated Rape of Walsall Sikh Woman

April 24, 2026

As John Ashby faces sentencing at Birmingham Crown Court for the religiously aggravated rape of a Sikh woman in Walsall, the Sikh Federation (UK) is urging the judge to show no leniency for the horrific and racially motivated attack.

Saka Nakodar 1986 | 40 Years of Struggle for Justice

February 23, 2026

Saka Nakodar 1986 remains one of the painful chapters in Sikh history. In Nakodar, during a peaceful protest against the desecration of Sri Guru Granth Sahib, four innocent Sikhs were shot dead by police firing.

U.S. House Resolution Seeks to Recognize 1984 Sikh Genocide, Referred to Foreign Affairs Committee

November 1, 2025

House Resolution 841 (H.Res. 841) introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by Congressman David G. Valadao (R–CA). The resolution seeks to formally recognize and commemorate the 1984 Sikh Genocide, marking a significant step in international acknowledgment of one of India’s darkest chapters.

Decoding BJP Sikh Leaders Statements on Sikh Political Prisoners | Bandi Singhs & Prof. Bhullar Case

October 24, 2025

The issue of Sikh Political Prisoners (Bandi Singhs) has long been a core concern of the Sikh community. Many of these individuals are serving life sentences, and their release largely depends on the political will of the Indian government, particularly the Centre.

Analysing Sukhdev Yadav Order by Supreme Court and the Issue of Sikh Political Prisoners | Exclusive

August 16, 2025

On 12 August 2025, the Indian Supreme Court delivered its verdict in the Sukhdev Yadav case, ruling that convicts serving fixed terms must be released upon completing their sentences.

Elementary School in Fresno, California Named After Human Rights Defender Jaswant Singh Khalra

June 27, 2025

An elementary school in the city of Fresno has been named in honor of Jaswant Singh Khalra, a renowned human rights defender from Punjab, India.

G7 Summit: Rights Groups Call on Canada to Act on India’s Transnational Repression Targeting Sikhs

June 18, 2025

A broad coalition of rights groups, academics, political leaders, and community organizations has issued a strong call to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to hold Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indian officials accountable for what they describe as a campaign of transnational repression targeting Sikhs in Canada.

NY Senate Honors Sikhs, Commemorates 1984 Massacre with Resolution

March 26, 2025

The New York State Senate has unanimously passed Senate Resolution No. 569, introduced by Senator Jessica Ramos, to recognize the invaluable contributions of the Sikh community and commemorate the tragic events of the 1984 Sikh massacre.

Extrajudicial Police Encounters Threaten Human Rights in Punjab: Panch Pardhani Panthak Jatha

March 20, 2025

In a joint statement issued today, the Panch Pardhani Panthak Jatha, comprising Panth Sewak personalities, expressed grave concern over the growing trend of police encounters in Punjab, particularly the recent surge in the killing of young individuals. The Jatha emphasized that portraying these deaths as “successes” poses a serious threat to human rights in the state.