Sikh Diaspora

US Sikhs to hold semestral function remembering the Oak Creek shooting; SCORE want action against gun violence

Washington, United States (February 1, 2013): According to a recent press release by Sikh Council on Religion and Education (SCORE) Sikhs in United States shall be observing six months of a gun-shooting attack on a Sikh Gurudwara at Oak Creek, Milwaukee, Wis. (USA) on February 5, 2013.

Understanding the Kirpan (by World Sikh Organization of Canada)

The Sikh religion is the youngest of the five major world religions. It originated in northern India in the late 1400s, with its founder, Guru Nanak who was a spiritual teacher and social reformer. He directed people to meditate daily (nam japna), work hard (kirat karna), and share their earnings with others without discrimination (vand shakna). These three enjoinders have become the pillars of Sikh society.

Sikh & Kashmiri diaspora protested on India’s republic day in front of India’s High Commission at London

London, United Kingdom (January 28, 2013): As per information available with Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) certain Sikh diaspora organizations organized a protest outside Indian High Commission in London on 26 January, 2013. It is notable that India observe “republic day” on January 26 annually and the protest was held in wake of this day.

Two day European lobby focusing on Human Rights violation in India proved huge success: Sikh Federation UK

Brussels, Belgium (January 27, 2013): A Sikh Federation (UK) team returned this week from a two-day lobby in Brussels. Two meetings took place with the European Commission and UK representatives had separate meetings with 10 different UK MEPs.

Sikh Kirpan to be accommodated at Alberta courthouses

Calgary (January 25, 2013): The World Sikh Organization of Canada has worked with the Government of Alberta and Alberta Human Rights Commission to develop accommodation guidelines for the kirpan in Alberta courthouses.

Baal Kavi Darbar (Kids Poems Recitation Program) held by Guru Gobind Singh Study Circle

Toronto, Canada (January 24, 2013): On January 19, 2013 Guru Gobind Singh Study Circle Canada organized a Baal Kavi Darbaar at Guru Singh Sabha Malton, in which over 40 participants recited poems in praise of Guru Panth and the teachings.

UK Sikh diaspora to protest outside Indian high commission on India’s ‘republic day’ on January 26

London, United Kingdom (January 22, 2013): As per information available with Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) the Sikh diaspora of United Kingdom (UK) was planning to hold a peaceful protest demonstration in front of Indian High Commission in London on 26 January, 2013. It is notable that India observes January 26 as the “republic day”.

Barjinder S. Sangha admitted attack on Kuldip Brar in London before UK Court

London, United Kingdom (January 20, 2013): As per information available with Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) Baljinder Singh Sangha, who is facing trial for assaulting and injuring former Indian Army officer Kuldip Brar, has admitted the fact of attack.

Settlement reached in Sikh Beard-Limousine Case after intervention of World Sikh Organization

Toronto, Canada (January 17, 2013): As per information available with Sikh Siaysat News (SSN) a human rights case that was to go before the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO), involving the right of a Sikh limousine driver to maintain abeard, has settled.

US Federal Judge Disqualifies Himself From Badal’s Case – Human Rights Case Set For Hearing On Feb. 21

New York, United States (January 15, 2013): After Judge Randa unexpectedly disqualified himself pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 455(a) and (b), from presiding over the human rights violation case against Badal, Judge Lynn Adelman of the US Federal District Court of Wisconsin held a preliminary status conference on January 14 with attorneys from both sides.

Canada again recognize Sikhs’ right to propagate the idea of Khalistan peacefully

Chandigarh, Punjab/India (January 12, 2013): As per recent media reports visiting Canadian Minister Jason Kenney told reporters in Chandigarh that Sikhs in Canada raising their voice peacefully for separate Sikh state named “Khalisthan” out of India, will not be asked to leave Canada.

Ontario Liberal Leadership Candidates respond to Sikh Organizations’ questionnaire

Surrey, BC, Canada (January 10, 2012): On December 10, 2012, The Coalition of Sikh Organizations distributed a questionnaire to all seven candidates in the provincial Liberal leadership race. The questionnaire consisted of eleven questions addressing the concerns of Sikhs in Ontario, and the deadline to respond was December 21, 2012.

Bahaar – Unthinkable Burdon : a film on the real life story of a young Sikh male tortured by Indian police

Ontario, Canada (January 10, 2012): According to information shared by Canadian Sikh Coalition (CSC) with Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) the organization is going to present "Bhaar" - a film on the real life story of a young Sikh male who was subjected to torture by the Indian police.

Sikh man on trial for protest halting India’s Independence day celebrations at Coventry community centre

Coventry, United Kingdom (January 04, 2012): As per media reports a Sikh man has gone on trial accused of being involved in a protest to halt celebrations of India’s independence at a Coventry community centre.

Sikhs attend prayer meeting at Newtown High School in Connecticut

New Jersey, USA (December 19, 2012): On December 16, 2012, in response to the tragic events and suffering at Newtown, CT, WSC-AR coordinated with Sikh Americans from ten Sikh Gurdwaras (of Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey), to attend the candlelight vigil and interfaith prayer service held at Newtown High School.

Sikh Genocide 1984 Petition tabled before Obama Administration

New York, United States (December 19, 2012): A Petition has been tabled before Obama Administration urging to recognize the organized violence perpetrated against Sikhs during November 1984 as “Genocide”.

Ontario Gurdwara Committee (OGC) offer condolences to the victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary shooting

Brampton, Ontario (December 14, 2012): The Ontario Gurdwara Committee (OGC) has offered a sincere condolences on behalf of the Sikh Community to the victims and ...

Sikh Youth Slate achives landslide victory in Surrey-Delta Gurdwara elections

Vancouver, Canada (December 17, 2012): In an unexpected turn of events, the Sikh Youth slate running in the elections at Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara won a resounding landslide victory against their “moderate” opponents.

White House Celebrates Guru Nanak’s Gurpurab for the third Time amidst applause from US Sikhs

Washington DC, USA (December 11, 2012): Birthday of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, was celebrated by the White House in the presence of 160 Sikhs from across the United States. 

Kesri Lehar, “The Wave For Justice”, submitted the Peoples’ Petition to UK Prime Minister David Cameron

London, UK (December 10, 2012): A contingent of over 750 Kesri Lehar campaigners  from all over the UK gathered outside the office of the British Prime Minister David Cameron seeking truth, justice, and dignity for all minorities in India.

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