Col. Iqbal Singh (Retd) The situation in Punjab seems to be deteriorating by the day with talk of a return of the terrible days of the 1980's when the region was cast under the shadow of terrorism, losing many innocent lives, both Hindus and Sikhs. However, if the media … [Read more...] about Sikh community affairs need institutionalised reforms
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Being a Sikh in the US- Dangers and Pitfalls
Dr. Rajinder Pal Singh After a jogging session on the treadmill of North Carolina Hospital gym I came down to meet my boss, who introduced me to a guest speaker. As I was drenched in sweat, my boss said, "why the treadmill? It’s better to run on flat ground around the … [Read more...] about Being a Sikh in the US- Dangers and Pitfalls
testVeer Bal Diwas: The context and the legacy
Jaibans Singh On 9 January, 2022, the Prakash Purv (birthday) of Guru Gobind Singh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared observance of 26 December as "Veer Bal Diwas" (Children's Day) to pay tribute to the unparalleled sacrifices made by the younger two sons of the Guru, … [Read more...] about Veer Bal Diwas: The context and the legacy
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Brig PS Gothra (Retd) Dalit farmers in Punjab “I was only a child when I was hit by a hot stick,” said Sardar Ranjit Singh and then paused for a few seconds to swallow down his saliva to wet his throat. Instantly I felt that we have gone wrong in asking anybody and … [Read more...] about Rangreta – Guru Ka Beta
testSikh religious institutions should recalibrate their role and responsibility
Colonel Iqbal Singh Punjab has, since millennia, been home to a number of ethno-religious communities. The region takes pride in its diversity and has always remained open to the coexistence of different religions and faiths. In the present context, Sikh are a majority … [Read more...] about Sikh religious institutions should recalibrate their role and responsibility
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