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08 May

Outrage Over Alleged Beadabi of Gutka Sahib Aung at Singh Sheeda Gurdwara; Sangat Holds Peaceful Protest

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabBeadabi, Gutka Sahib, Mohali, Protest, Religious Desecration, Sikh Community, Singh Sheeda Gurdwara

Mohali (Naval Kishore): Deep concern and anger spread among members of the Sikh community following an alleged incident of beadabi involving Gutka Sahib aungs at Mohali. In response, members of the sangat and local residents gathered to hold a peaceful protest, demanding strict action against those responsible at Singh Sheeda Gurudwara Sohana. Speaking to National Times Media, president Harjinder Singh strongly condemned the incident and appealed to the government and law enforcement agencies to conduct a thorough investigation. He said the Sikh community’s religious sentiments have been deeply hurt and those behind the alleged act must be identified and punished…

07 May

CM Bhagwant Mann pays respects at Golden Temple following passage of historic anti-sacrilege legislation

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAnti-sacrilege, Bhagwant Mann, Harmandir Sahib, Legal reform, Punjab law, Shukrana Yatra, Sikh Community

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): CM Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday paid obeisance at Sri Harmandir Sahib and expressed gratitude to the Almighty for giving him the strength and courage to enact the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Amendment Act 2026, describing it as a historic step to ensure strict punishment for sacrilege and safeguard the sanctity of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. Addressing the media after paying obeisance, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said his heart was filled with gratitude towards the Almighty for entrusting him with the service of enacting a stringent law against sacrilege. He stated, “Our Government…

26 Sep

CM Nayab Singh Saini: Sikh Community a Symbol of Courage, Sacrifice, and Inspiration for the Nation

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana1984 Riots, Haryana Government, Nayab Singh Saini, Sikh Community, Sikh sacrifices

Chandigarh, September 26 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday paid heartfelt tribute to the Sikh community, describing it as a courageous people who sacrificed their lives to protect their faith but never bowed down. Addressing Sikh representatives from across the state, he said the pain of the families affected by the 1984 riots is the pain of the entire nation, and their struggle continues to inspire everyone. The Sikh community expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister for passing a proposal in the Monsoon Session to provide government jobs to members of 121 families who lost loved ones…

11 May

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Meets Newly Inducted Sikh Gurdwara Committee Members, Assures Full Support

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaHaryana Sikh Gurdwara Committee, Nayab Singh Saini, Sikh Community

Chandigarh, May 11, 2025 — A delegation from the Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee met Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini today at his residence, 'Sant Kabir Kutir.' The Chief Minister congratulated the newly inducted members and called it a historic moment for the Sikh community. He noted that this was the first peaceful election of the committee since the formation of the current government for the third time.The committee, which oversees the management of Sikh gurdwaras in the state, had previously elected 40 members. An additional nine members were recently chosen unanimously, several of whom were present at the meeting…

15 Apr

Canadian PM Mark Carney Joins Sikh Community in Ottawa for Vaisakhi Seva

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaMark Carney, Ottawa Sikh Society, Sikh Community, Vaisakhi 2025

Ottawa (Canada), April 14, 2025: Prime Minister Mark Carney marked the festival of Vaisakhi by joining the Sikh community in Ottawa for seva at the Ottawa Sikh Society Gurdwara. Accompanied by his wife Diana, Carney participated in traditional community service and extended warm greetings to Sikh Canadians.“It was an honor to do seva at the Ottawa Sikh Society this morning. Community and service are at the heart of today’s celebration,” Carney shared after the visit.The Prime Minister also offered heartfelt wishes, saying, “Diana and I wish a very Happy Vaisakhi to all Sikh Canadians celebrating across the country.”Vaisakhi, a major…