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RAYYA, AMRITSAR -- In a resolute stance against the rising incidents of sacrilege, Dal Khalsa has made an earnest appeal to Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargajj, SGPC appointed acting Jathedar of the Akal Takht Sahib, urging him to look towards the Panth rather than the government for justice. According to the written release issued by the organization -- a copy of which is available with the Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) -- the community must rely on its own strength and traditions to combat blasphemy instead of seeking new legislative measures from the state. During a seminar held in Rayya, near Amritsar, Dal Khalsa unanimously passed a resolution addressing the critical issue of protecting the sanctity of Guru Granth Sahib. "We appeal to the Jathedar Akal Takht to take steps and actions to prepare the Khalsa Panth to responsibly and boldly face and respond to such challenges as per Sikh jujharoo traditions rather than leaning before the government to frame any new law," the resolution stated. The organization also directed a strong message to the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), advising the apex body to deeply consider the opinions of a cross-section of the Sikh community, including intellectuals and legal minds, rather than strictly following the "party line of their political masters." Stressing that respect for the Shabad Guru is paramount, the written statement clarified that the Sikhs would maintain a "zero-tolerance" policy for any disrespect, whether by default or design. "We unequivocally say that the community, in its wisdom, would devise systems to deal with this growing menace," read another resolution, asserting that the Sikh people should never be seen as lachaar (helpless) in their fight against sacrilege. A strong will and determination, not laws, are needed to tackle the menace. Highlighting a historical lack of faith in the Indian judicial system, Dal Khalsa spokesperson Kanwar Pal Singh noted the fundamental flaw in relying on the courts. "Whenever we talk about recourse to Khalsa tradition, we are accused of taking the law into our own hands. So then, what should we do? Let us face it. We have a very bitter experience of how this country's legal system has totally failed the Sikhs in all respects since April 1978, when the government of the day instead of punishing the neo-Nirankaris for their blasphemous actions, shielded them," he said. This sentiment of rejecting state intervention was echoed widely throughout the seminar. Making his stand clear, Sikh activist Bhai Narain Singh Chaura categorically declared, "We do not need any law, and I strongly oppose all moves to frame laws. My Guru is beyond the domain of any governmental protection or law." Sikh Collective Convenor Jagmohan Singh warned that any step towards adopting a legal approach is "fraught with danger," noting the community is already facing a huge problem of crisis of confidence with respect to Gurdwara legislation since the last century. Paramjit Singh Mand criticized the current systemic failures, stating, "Ironically, in the present system and situation, the law isn't being allowed to take its own course, courtesy the powers that be." He added that lest we forget, the conspirators -- pseudo-religious and political, who are still to be exposed -- are the most dangerous sections to be dealt with. Working President of Shiromani Akali Dal (Amritsar) Eman Singh Mann challenged the state's sincerity, stating, "Before going for a new law, let the government first show its resolve and grit and deal with such incidents of the past which still remain unresolved, with utmost urgency by using the existing laws in letter and spirit." The organization noted that the Sikh community's experience with law and justice is open for the world to see. The administration, the executive, and the judiciary have failed the Sikhs, and now to think that they are being gracious in enacting a law for the Satkar of Guru Granth Saheb is not only naive but also sanctimonious. SGPC member Kulbir Singh Bara Pind struck a discordant and forceful note during the seminar, issuing a clear warning: "Make no mistake, any person, group, institution, schismatic cult -- Sikh or non-Sikh, who attempts to denigrate and desecrate Guru Granth Saheb and Gurbani will have to face the wrath of the Khalsa Panth." The Dal Khalsa statement concluded with a firm declaration that the prevention of sacrilege before it occurs remains the most challenging task for the Panth. The legal approach follows only after the blasphemy is committed, and it is time that the Khalsa Panth sets an example that sends a stern message before anyone dares to commit blasphemy. Under no circumstances should truth be compromised at the altar of AAP and Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal) politics.
Berhampur (Odisha), Jun 6 (PTI) Environmental activist Medha Patkar on Saturday appealed to the people of Odisha for protection of Rushikulya river. The government planned to construct a dam in the river Pipalapnaka under Sorada block in the district. While participating in the Save Rushikulya river movement in Ganjam district, she said, "Rivers may be small or big, but they are our mother. We have to protect the rivers from attacks." She attended a meeting were organised by the Rushikulya Banchao Kriyaanusthan Committee (RBKC) and the Centre for Climate Justice, spearheading the agitation a ...Read More >
Mark Carney declined to answer if he believed Indian PM had a role in murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar Canada's prime minister Mark Carney has defended his decision to invite India's prime minister Narendra Modi to the upcoming G7 summit in Alberta, despite Canada's federal police's conclusion that the murder of a prominent Sikh activist in British Columbia was orchestrated by the "highest levels" of the Indian government. Carney declined to answer reporters' questions over whether ...Read More >
Ludhiana (Punjab) [India], June 8 (ANI): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday addressed the public and urged voters to cast their franchise in the Ludhiana West bypolls "It only takes 10 to 15 minutes to cast a vote," the Punjab CM said. "Please take out at least 10 to 15 minutes for Punjab." Also Read | Delhi Horror: 9-Year-Old Girl's Body Found in Suitcase in Dayalpur, Family Alleges Sexual Assault; Paramilitary Personnel Deployed (Watch Videos). Mann said if the state gets an MLA from a party other than the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the MLA "won't do anything but criticise" the AAP ...Read More >
Chandigarh, June 9 (SocialNews.XYZ) Urging people of Ludhiana West to vote for "Viksit Bharat, Viksit Punjab, Viksit Ludhiana, Viksit West", Union Minister of State Ravneet Singh Bittu said on Sunday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "love for Punjab can be gauged from the fact that even as he lost the election from Ludhiana, he was made the Union Minister". "The only aim of the BJP government at the Centre is to develop the entire nation. For Punjab, a beginning in this direction can be made from Ludhiana. Look at PM Modi's love for Punjab. Even as I lost the Lok Sabha election from Ludhia ...Read More >
Punjab BJP president Sunil Jakhar urges Akali factions to unite, honoring veteran leader Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa. Political leaders gather in Sangrur to pay tributes, emphasizing the need for a strong Panthic party for Punjab and India. Leaders recall Dhindsa's dedication to service and community welfare. Punjab BJP president Sunil Jakhar, in a poignant appeal, urged all Akali factions to set aside their differences and egos to unite in a bid to form a robust 'Panthic' party. This coalition, Jakha ...Read More >
Chandigarh, June 26 (UNI) The Shiromani Akali Dal today accused Punjab's Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government of "violating the law" by registering a disproportionate assets case against senior SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia without holding either a preliminary or regular probe. The SAD also charged the ruling AAP with indulging in "political vendetta to gag" Majithia as well as divert attention from the failure of its 'Yudh Nashean Virudh' drive. Addressing a press conference here, senior leaders Balwinder Singh Bhundar, Maheshinder Singh Grewal and Daljit Singh Cheema alleged the AAP governm ...Read More >
Chandigarh: SAD Thursday said AAP in Punjab "violated the law" by registering a DA case against SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia, saying that it did not hold either a preliminary or regular probe. The party accused AAP of indulging in vendetta politics to gag Majithia and using the arrest to divert attention from the failure of its anti-drug campaign. Without naming any leaders, but in what ostensibly was a remark directed at AAP, SAD leader Maheshinder Singh Grewal cited Majithia's affluent background to claim he was innocent. He was speaking at a press conference, accompanied by party leader ...Read More >
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Amritsar (Punjab) December 04 (ANI): The major mishap took place while the SAD President was serving his religious penance on 'day 2' at Golden Temple. Clad in blue 'sewadar' uniform, Badal was sitting at the entrance of the Temple with a plaque card around his neck. Suddenly an unidentified man fired at Sukhbir Badal; people standing around him quickly overpowered the shooter. The shooter was later identified as Narayan Singh Chaura by the Punjab Police and further investigation underway. Notably, Badal was declared 'tankhaiya' in August by Akal Takht, which announced religious punishment for ...Read More >
Gurdaspur (Punjab) [India], December 4 (ANI): Jasmeet Kaur, wife of Narain Singh Chaura, who attempted to assassinate Sukhbir Singh Badal, condemned her husband's actions on Wednesday. She stated that her husband had informed her he was attending a "death anniversary programme" in Amritsar. "I didn't know what had happened until reporters came knocking at my door. Earlier, he had been lodged in jails in Amritsar, Ludhiana, and Gurdaspur," Kaur told reporters. "I don't think what he did was right," Kaur added. Narain Singh Chaura opened fire at Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Sukhbir Singh ...Read More >
BATHINDA: The antim ardas of senior Akali leader Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa turned out to be a platform for advocating a strong regional party, also known as Akali unity. Various leaders stressed the need for unity, but interestingly, Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar was the most vocal about the need for a strong regional party, although he stopped short of naming the Akali Dal.Sunil Jakhar devoted a significant part of his brief address to unity while speaking to the large gathering at Gurdwara Nankiana Sahib, Sangrur. He said, "Mafi chahunga, meri jaga taan ni banndi magar masla asal virasat da ...Read More >
Ludhiana, Jun 8 (PTI) Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring on Sunday asserted that his party will win the Ludhiana West assembly bypoll, scheduled to be held on june 19, with a "record margin". "Congress practically has no competition here", he claimed. Warring, who is also the Ludhiana MP, said that the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) was badly mistaken that the Congress would allow it to abuse power and misuse the official machinery for the elections. "First of all, we will not let any misuse of the official machinery and second, in case any official is found to be misusing ...Read More >
Chandigarh [India], December 3 (ANI): Punjab Legislative Assembly Leader of Opposition and Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa on Tuesday, slammed the BJP-led central government for neglecting the interests of farmers in Punjab and Haryana. Bajwa's scathing attack comes amidst growing discontent among farmers in the region, who feel their concerns have been ignored by the ruling party. "Ever since the BJP government has come to power, they have not taken a single decision that is in the interest of the farmers of India, especially the farmers of Punjab and Haryana. It is their fundamental rig ...Read More >
Amritsar (Punjab) [India], June 6 (ANI): Pro-Khalistan slogans were raised by several people at the Golden Temple in Amritsar on the 41st anniversary of Operation Blue Star on Thursday. People raised slogans of 'Khalistan zindabad' as SAD (Mann faction) leader Simranjit Singh Mann reached the Golden Temple on the 41st anniversary of Operation Blue Star and also the death anniversary of Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale, who was killed during the operation. Also Read | Goa: Man Held for Trying to Trade Sensitive Data Online Using Cryptocurrency Transactions. Operation Blue Star was a 10-day militar ...Read More >
Srinagar, Jun 06: Political leaders in Jammu and Kashmir have extended greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Adha. They expressed hope that the revered occasion brings peace and prosperity to the region. Dr Farooq Abdullah National Conference (NC) president, Dr Farooq Abdullah conveyed his heartfelt greetings to the people on Eid-ul-Adha, wishing them peace, prosperity and unity. In his message, Dr Abdullah reflected on the profound significance of the day, saying, "As the Muslim Ummah comes together in celebration of Eid-ul-Azha, I extend my warmest greetings to ever ...Read More >
Srinagar: Before towering cranes and cutting-edge engineering transformed the Himalayan landscape, the monumental dream of connecting "Kashmir to Kanyakumari" by rail began with the plodding footsteps of humble mules. This extraordinary backstory underpins the official realization of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL), inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 6, 2025, a project crowned by the awe-inspiring Chenab Bridge. According to Afcons Infrastructure Limited, the company behind the Chenab Bridge, the earliest and most formidable hurdle wasn't just the design of ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Jun 26 (PTI) A Mohali court on Thursday sent to a seven-day remand Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, who was arrested by the Vigilance Bureau on Wednesday in an alleged disproportionate assets case involving Rs 540 crore of laundered "drug money". Before producing Majithia in court amid tight security arrangements, police detained several Akali supporters protesting against the arrest near the court complex. Ferry Sofat, the counsel representing the bureau, told reporters the court has sent Majithia to seven-day vigilance remand, with the next date set on July 2. ...Read More >
Gandhinagar, Feb 4 (PTI) The BJP government in Gujarat on Tuesday formed a committee headed by a retired Supreme Court judge to assess the need for the Uniform Civil Code in the state, and also draft a bill for the same. While the Opposition said the decision was aimed at diverting attention from pressing issues ahead of the upcoming local body polls, the government claimed rights of the tribal communities will be protected if the UCC is implemented. The five-member committee, to be headed by Justice (retd) Ranjana Desai, will submit its report within 45 days, following which a decision abou ...Read More >
Ludhiana, Jun 5 (PTI) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann Thursday asserted that there should be no "politicisation" of the armed forces, even as he accused the BJP of milking Operation Sindoor for political gains. "Such politics should not be done. I salute the armed forces. But there should be no politicisation of the army," he said. "Have you ever seen any former prime minister donning a military uniform....? But now the uniform is being used for political gains. It should not happen," he said. Armed forces fight for the country, and they have no connection with politics, he asserted. T ...Read More >
Raipur, June 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) A villager was brutally murdered in Puvarti village, located within the Jagargunda police station area of Sukma district in Chhattisgarh. Puvarti village holds significant strategic importance as it is the native place of Maoist commander Hidma and Battalion 1 chief Deva Barse. The village has produced 22 hardcore Maoists. The attack was allegedly carried out by a group of ten to fifteen Maoists, who ambushed the victim and killed him using sharp weapons, police sources said. The Maoists accused the villager of being a police informant, a charge that has often ...Read More >
New Delhi: Alleging "blatant misuse" of agencies to defame its leaders, AAP on Thursday questioned why the first information report filed against former Delhi ministers Saurabh Bharadwaj and Satyendar Jain was being kept under wraps and "selective" press notes were being leaked to the media.Bharadwaj, who is Delhi AAP convener, alleged that only two former ministers were named in the case without any reasonable cause while all the officers of the health and public works departments, who were actually responsible for executing the hospital projects, were spared. "Is the FIR so baseless that BJP ...Read More >
Punjab farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal's hunger strike enters its 17th day. His health is critical. The Supreme Court urges dialogue between the government and Dallewal. Dallewal demands MSP guarantee and other farmer-centric issues. He has written an open letter to the Prime Minister. Farmers' organizations continue their protests at the Punjab-Haryana border.The Supreme Court on Friday expressed serious concern over the deteriorating health of Punjab farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jan 21 (VOICE) Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut and Punjabi sensation Diljit Dosanjh's fates are intertwined through their films "Emergency" and 'Panjab 95" due to the chatter around both the movies. On Tuesday morning, Diljit took to Instagram, where he posted a note apologising that his film "Panjab 95", has once again faced a hiccup in its release in India. "We are very sorry and it pains us to inform you that the movie Panjab 95 will not release on 7th Feb due to circumstances beyond our control," he wrote. The movie, which is based on the life of prominent Sikh human rights act ...Read More >
Gurgaon: Two days after a law student died and his friend suffered critical injuries when a car knocked them down as they stood near railing on the service lane of Delhi-Jaipur highway in the early hours of Tuesday, a civil engineer was arrested on Thursday.Mohit (31), an employee of a private company in the city, told police that he got drowsy while driving. He is staying at a PG facility in Sector 14.The student who died, Harsh Singhal (25), was a resident of Om Nagar colony. His friend Abhishek Kumar (23), who is from Shanti Nagar in Sector 11, is undergoing treatment at a private hospital ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Jun 8 (PTI) Punjab BJP president Sunil Jakhar on Sunday said all Akali factions should set aside their "egos" and differences and unite, asserting that a strong 'panthic' party is required not only for the state but also for the nation. He asserted that that would be a "true tribute" to veteran Akali leader and former union minister Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa. Also Read | Bodoland Lottery Result Today, June 8, 2025: Assam State Lottery Sambad Sunday Lucky Draw Results Declared, Check Winners List With Ticket Numbers. Dhindsa died on May 28 following age-related health issues at a pri ...Read More >
Chandigarh: Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Badal on Saturday challenged chief minister Bhagwant Mann to prove that Saraya Industries Limited, in which senior party leader Bikram Singh Majithia had an inherited share of 11%, had received even one rupee in foreign funding from 2007 to this day, while rubbishing the allegations made in the disproportionate assets (DA) case registered against Majithia. Addressing newspersons here, Sukhbir said "the only foreign funding received by Saraya Industries was in March, 2006 (one year before SAD formed government in the state) when it receiv ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: A low-pressure area forming over the north Bay of Bengal and adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh and West Bengal is expected to trigger heavy to very heavy rainfall across parts of Odisha through July 4, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said Saturday. An upper air cyclonic circulation currently persists over southwest Bangladesh and adjoining Gangetic West Bengal, extending up to 7.6 km above mean sea level and tilting southwestward with height, the IMD said. Under its influence, a low-pressure area is likely to develop over the region within the next 48 hours. The sy ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: In a dramatic turn of events, Canadian PM Mark Carney called PM Modi and invited him for the G7 summit that begins eight days from now at Kananaskis in Alberta. Modi accepted the invitation and said he was looking forward to meeting him at the summit.The announcement by Modi on X followed almost a week of suspense over his participation because of a lack of invitation, drawing barbs from the opposition about his possible exclusion from the summit. India is not a member of G7 but Modi has been invited for all summits since 2019. Modi congratulated Carney on his poll win and thanked h ...Read More >
Chandigarh, June 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) President Sukhbir Badal on Saturday challenged Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to prove that Saraya Industries Limited, in which senior party leader Bikram Singh Majithia had an inherited share of 11 per cent, had received even Rs 1 in foreign funding from 2007 to the present time. Rubbishing allegations made in the disproportionate assets case registered against the Akali leader, Badal told the media here: "The only foreign funding received by Saraya Industries was in March 2006, one year before SAD formed government in the s ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 4 (ANI): Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Naresh Gujral dubbed the attack on party leader and former Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal as an "attack by extremists on the moderate forces of Punjab" and called for a probe by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) into the matter. Speaking to ANI on Wednesday, the SAD leader also alleged that the attacker has 'Khalistani connections,' and that the incident was an attempt to "destabilise" Punjab. Also Read | Banda Road Accident: 12-Year-Old Among 3 Killed As Unidentified Vehicle Hits Auto-Rickshaw in Uttar Pradesh. ...Read More >