Punjab Politics

Amritpal Singh’s Mother’s Statement about Khalistan Triggers Controversy, Backlash and Clarifications

On July 5th, when Amritpal Singh took oath of allegiance to the Indian Constitution as a Member of the Indian Parliament, Bibi Balwinder Kaur, Amritpal Singh's mother, addressed the media at Jallukhera village. She, interalia, said, "Anybody may say anything, but he (Amritpal Singh) is not a Khalistani supporter." She urged that now, with Amritpal Singh having taken an oath on the Indian Constitution, such allegations should cease.

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. 

Sangrur Lok Sabha Results: Simranjit Singh Mann trailing; Meet Hayer Likely to Win

Simranjit Singh Mann, who also serves as the president of Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar (Mann), faces the prospect of losing his seat after winning the Sangrur by-election in 2022.

Khadoor Sahib Final Result: Amritpal Singh Wins, Valtoha lasts Fourth

In Khadoor Sahib constituency independent candidate and president of Waris Punjab De party is leading with a considerable margin. Amritpal Singh is jailed in Dibrugarh jail of Assam under the National Security Act. 

Analyzing Sikh Electoral Politics: Key Constituencies and Post-Election Scenarios in Punjab

In this video Sikh Siyasat editor Parmjeet Singh Gazi delves into the intricacies of Sikh electoral politics in Punjab ahead of the Lok Sabha polling on June 1st.

Punjab’s Sikh Electoral Politics: Khadoor Sahib, Sangrur, Faridkot in Focus

As Punjab gears up for the Indian Parliamentary elections scheduled for June 1, 2024, the spotlight is firmly fixed on three constituencies that have ignited fervent interest among the Sikh community and those interested in Sikh politics in the region.

Extra Judicial Killing: After 31 years, CBI Court Jails Ex-Officer of Punjab Police

On 30 March 2024 in a 32-year-old case, a Special CBI court sentenced recently ex-SP Amarjit Singh to 10 years imprisonment for the abduction of Balwinder Singh of village Jhabal, Tarn Taran.

SAD Occupied by Corporate Family; We Shall Liberate and Revive It: Misl Satluj

Misl Satluj, a socio-political organization, said on March 20, 2024 that the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has lost its relevance and that Misl Satluj endeavours to revive Akali movement’s principles, advocate for Punjab’s rights, and tackle socio-economic challenges with a comprehensive agenda.

Misl Satluj Releases Draft of Aims and Objective; Seeks Suggestions from Sikhs & People of Panjab

A sociopolitical group Misl Satluj held a press conference at Chandigarh on March 20, 2024 and released a document titled "Teeche ate Manorath Pattar 2024" (Aims and Objectives 2024).

Police Crackdown on Sikh Activists Across Punjab Ahead of Gathering in Amritsar

Punjab police have launched a massive crackdown on Sikh activists ahead of Pathic Ekatarta (gathering) at Sri Amritsar today (17th of March).

Sikh Body to Organize March and Rally to Highlight Human Rights Abuses in Punjab, Kashmir, Manipur

Commemorating 75th World Human Rights day, the Dal Khalsa will hold a rally and march on Dec 9 against transnational killings of Sikh activists, long imprisonments, illegal detentions, inhuman torture and misuse of UAPA/NSA in Punjab since last few years.

Karnail Singh Panjoli Expelled From SAD (Badal)

In a brief update, the Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal) led by former Punjab Deputy CM Sukhbir Singh Badal said that "S. Karnail Singh Panjoli has been expelled from the primary membership of the Shiromani Akali Dal for a period of 6 years".

Delhi Pushing Punjab to the Wall: Dal Khalsa

Participating in the farmers’ stir against contentious farm laws on November 5, the Dal Khalsa warned the Narendra Modi Government for pushing Punjab to the wall.

Open Wagha Border for Free Trade and Lift Restrictions on People’s Movement : Dal Khalsa

To commemorate 55th Punjab day, the Dal Khalsa today held a rally to highlight contentious issues related to denial of rights and Punjab’s destiny beside farmer’s distress.

Nirankari Dera Case: SCI Grants Bail To Bikramjit Singh

The Supreme Court of India (SCI) today granted bail to Bikramjit Singh in Nirankari dera blast case. Defense counsel Advocate Jaspal Singh Manjhpur told Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) that the court of Justice Rohintoni Fali Nariman allowed appeal against denial of bail by lower court.

Indian Government Extends Fresh Invite for Talks to Farmers’ Unions Protesting in Punjab

The Government of India (GoI) on Sunday extended a fresh invitation to Punjab’s farmers’ unions, who have been protesting against the new farm laws, for holding talks on issue on October 14. The invite is extended in second time with in a week.

After Behbal Kalan Case, Ex-DGP Sumedh Saini Also Named As Accused in Kotkapura Firing Case

A Special Investigation Team (SIT), probing the Kotkapura and Behbal Kalan police firing of 2015, has nominated former Punjab Director General of Police as an accused in related case registered at Kotakpura city police station in 2018.

Farmers, Experts Rue That India Blocks Punjab’s Potential of International Trade of Agricultural Products

As farmers’ dharna on the Amritsar-Delhi railway tacks completed 14 days on Wednesday, many protesters recalled how they had sat at the same track for seven weeks in 2016 to push state government to pursue better marketing of Punjab Basmati in Iran and other middle eastern countries. They also rued that due to diplomatic reasons, Punjab was not able to fully realise the potential of trading its agri-products through the Wagah border.

Farmers’ Struggle on Agriculture Bills & Laws in Punjab: Challenges & Possibilities (Bhai Ajmer Singh)

Farmers in Punjab have been protesting against three agriculture ordinances promulgated by Narendra Modi led Union Government in India. Protests have intensified after the Union Government proceeded forward with its plan to convert these ordinances into permanent laws.

Harsimrat Kaur Badal’s Resignation: Face-Saving by Badals

Caught in a complex situation Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal) has attempted to save its face on agriculture ordinances issue by tendering resignation of Harsimrat Kaur Badal from the Union Cabinet. SAD (B), a political ally of BJP, was given cabinet berth in BJP led Union government.

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