Sikh Community

SGPC passes budget of Rs 1138.14 cr for FY 2023-24 in its general meeting

The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee on Tuesday passed a budget of Rs 1,138.14 crore for the financial year 2023-24 during its general meeting here, officials said. In one of the resolution passed during the meeting, the body condemned arrest of Sikh youths who during a recent police crackdown against radical preacher Amritpal Singh and his aides. The SGPC said the Sikh youths who were arrested, would be provided legal aid by the body. SGPC general secretary Gurcharan Singh Grewal presented the budget which was passed by the SGPC members. Head granthi (Priest) of the Harmandar Sahib (Golden Temple) Giani Jagtar Singh, Jathedar of Takht Kesgarh Sahib Giani Raghbir Singh, SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami, SGPC office-bearers and members were present during the budget meeting. Sharing information after the budget meeting, Dhami said the SGPC budget has recorded a 17 per cent increase as compared to last year. The SGPC president said a special amount has been arranged for

US State Senate unanimously passes resolution honouring Sikh community

The resolution was moved by Representative Angela Romero and Senator Luz Escamilla from Salt Lake City

SGPC seeks action against those making provocative statements in Punjab

The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) on Tuesday said it has written to the police here and demanded strict action against those making provocative speeches against the Sikh community. The letter was written by SGPC secretary Partap Singh, which was handed over to Amritsar Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Parminder Singh Bhandal. Singh said in two separate videos, two men from Gurdaspur and Amritsar allegedly made some provocative statements against the Sikh community. He said such statements can disturb the peaceful environment in the state. The SGPC secretary demanded strict legal action against the two after registering a case against them under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code.

Man charged for Sikh family's kidnapping, murder in California: Authorities

The man involved in the kidnapping and killing of an Indian-origin Sikh family, including an eight-month-old baby, has been charged with four counts of first-degree murder, one for each life lost, authorities in California said. The Sikh family of four, 8-month-old Aroohi Dheri, her 27-year-old mother Jasleen Kaur, her 36-year-old father Jasdeep Singh, and her 39-year-old uncle Amandeep Singh were kidnapped and killed by a former disgruntled employee of their trucking company last week. Jesus Salgado, the man involved in the kidnapping and killing was arrested on October 6. He was charged on Monday with four counts of first-degree murder, one for each life lost, prosecutors were quoted as saying by the Los AngelesTimes. The Merced County district attorney's office said in a news release that it would not make a determination this year on whether to pursue the death penalty in the case of Salgado, 48. District Attorney Kimberly Lewis declined to comment on the case beyond the charge

SAD MLA boycotts presidential poll, cites 'sentiments of Sikh community'

The Dakha MLA said he has no opposition to candidature of Murmu. But when the party decided to vote for the BJP candidate, I was not consulted. Even the Sikh community was also not consulted, he said.

Akal Takht chief accepts Centre's 'Z' category 'Sikh only' security detail

Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh, who previously refused Centre's offer of 'Z' category security.

Sikh bodies start 'united struggle' for release of prisoners from community

It was decided in a meeting called by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) for discussing and strategising the release of Sikh prisoners

Sikh community strong link in India's relations with other nations: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the Sikh community has become a strong link in India's relations with other countries.Interacting with a Sikh delegation at his residence this evening, PM Modi said, "When I went to Iran in 2016, I got the opportunity to visit Bhai Ganga Singh Sabha Gurudwara in Tehran. One more unforgettable moment of my life is my visit to the Neuve-Chapelle Indian Memorial in France. It pays tribute to the sacrifices of the Indian soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the World War. This experience is an example of how our Sikh community has become a strong link in India's relations with other countries."The Prime Minister asserted that he is making efforts to strengthen the link further."It is my fortune that I have got an opportunity to strengthen this link further. I keep on making every possible effort for the same," he said."Our Gurus have taught us courage and service. The people of India went to different parts of the world without any ...

PM Modi to host Sikh delegation at his residence on Friday evening

This evening, I will be hosting a Sikh delegation at my residence. The group includes people from different walks of life. I will also be addressing the gathering at around 5:30 PM. Do watch: PM Modi

PM Modi to address 400th Parkash Purab celebrations of Guru Tegh Bahadur

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the gathering and also release a commemorative coin and postage stamp on the occasion

PM Modi's special attachment to Sikh community not political: Nadda

BJP Chief J P Nadda on Thursday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi's special attachment to the Sikh community is not political but of soul and feeling of patriotism

Discrimination against Sikhs has grown in US: Rights expert to US Congress

Religious discrimination and hate crime against Sikh community in US has increased in recent years, an eminent human rights expert has told the lawmakers urging US Congress to take steps against it

Need to ensure that India's unity remains intact: PM at Gurdwara event

Modi's appeal to the Sikh community comes two days after a blast took place in Punjab's Ludhiana district court complex

Guru Nanak Dev symbol of justice, righteousness, compassion: Amit Shah

Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as 'Gurupurab' is considered one of the most important festivals in Sikhism

Pakistan to allow fully-vaccinated Sikh pilgrims to visit Kartarpur Sahib

Pilgrimage to the Kartarpur Sahib gurdwara was suspended in March 2020 because of the Covid-19 outbreak

How Punjab's latest Muslim majority district will encourage Hindutva forces

The Amarinder government declared Malerkotla, where more than half the population is Muslim, the newest district of Punjab on Eid as a symbolic gesture to the community

Sikh community in the US traumatised by yet another mass shooting

Ajeet Singh had to steel himself for a return to work at a FedEx warehouse in Indianapolis on Tuesday for the first time since a former employee shot dead eight people, including four Sikh

Important for new generation to know stages of Guru Tegh Bahadur's life: PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that the period of history in India in the last four centuries cannot be imagined without the influence of Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh Guru

MHA denies permission to 600 Sikh pilgrims planning to visit Pakistan

The Union Home Ministry Thursday denied permission to 600 Sikh pilgrims intending to visit gurdwaras in Pakistan citing the security and COVID-19 situation in that country, officials said.

PM Modi offers prayers at Gurudwara Rakabganj as farmers agitate on borders

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday made a surprise visit to Gurudwara Rakabganj in the national capital and paid tributes to Guru Tegh Bahadur for his supreme sacrifice. Guru Tegh Bahadur's death anniversary was observed on Saturday. Modi offered prayers during his visit to the gurudwara for which no police bandobast or traffic barriers were put in place to restrict movement of the common man, official sources said. The mortal remains of Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh Guru, were consigned to flames at Gurdwara Rakabganj. The prime minister's visit to one of the most popular gurudwaras among the devotees in the national capital assumes significance as it comes amid intense protests by farmers, especially from Punjab, against the three farm laws enacted by his government. Modi has been at pains to explain the benefits of farm reforms and often assured farmers that the existing government mechanism to support them, including minimum support price and agriculture mandis, will .