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29 Aug

Fiji’s 55th Independence Day Marked with Cultural Festivities and Fundraiser in Surrey

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Surrey (Rajeev Sharna): The local community is set to come together for a vibrant celebration marking the 55th Independence Day, blending culture, cuisine, and entertainment while raising funds for a noble cause. Kamilla Singh told that the event will feature Indian cuisine, live entertainment, door prizes, and music by DJ Shalend, creating an evening of joy and unity. A cash bar will also be available for guests.Adding prestige to the occasion, the Chief Guest Ratu Ilisoni Vuidreketi Fiji’s Ambassador to the United States and Canada, will join community leaders and residents in commemorating the milestone.Tickets are priced at $50 per…

17 Aug

Laxmi Narayan Temple Surrey Holds Grand Shobha Yatra on Krishna Janmashtami

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Surrey (Richa Walia): The Laxmi Narayan Mandir in Surrey celebrated Krishna Janmashtami with a grand Shobha Yatra (religious procession) that brought together hundreds of devotees and community members in a colorful display of devotion and culture. The streets around the temple were filled with spiritual chants of “Hare Krishna” as devotees joined the procession carrying beautifully decorated floats (jhankis) depicting scenes from Lord Krishna’s life. Children dressed as Radha and Krishna added charm to the occasion, while traditional dhol, bhajans, and kirtan groups kept the atmosphere vibrant throughout the Yatra. The event highlighted unity, spirituality, and cultural pride within the…

06 Aug

‘Republic of Khalistan’ Embassy Set Up in Canada Amid Rising Tensions Over Extremism

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Surrey (Rajeev Sharma) — In a provocative move likely to escalate diplomatic tensions, a self-styled ‘Embassy of the Republic of Khalistan’ has been set up on the premises of the Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara in Surrey, British Columbia the same site once led by slain Khalistan supporter Hardeep Singh Nijjar.The act, orchestrated by the banned separatist group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), comes just as India and Canada are attempting to revive diplomatic ties following the fallout from Nijjar’s assassination in 2023. The symbolic embassy prominently displays support for Nijjar and aligns with the group’s plans for a fresh Khalistan referendum…

23 Jul

Surrey Declares July 23 as ‘Guru Nanak Jahaz Remembrance Day’ to Honour Komagata Maru Passengers

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Surrey, British Columbia (Richa Walia): In a significant gesture of remembrance and reflection, the Surrey City Council has officially declared July 23 as ‘Guru Nanak Jahaz Remembrance Day’, commemorating the 352 Indian passengers aboard the Japanese steamship Komagata Maru who were denied entry into Canada in 1914. The declaration pays tribute to the passengers’ courage and resilience in the face of discriminatory immigration laws of the era. The ship, originally named Komagata Maru, was rechristened Guru Nanak Jahaz by its organizer Baba Gurdit Singh before departing on its historic journey. The renaming gave the voyage profound spiritual, cultural, and political…