The Punjab Pulse

Centre for Socio-Cultural Studies

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Sacrilege cases in Punjab are nowhere near closure

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Jaibans Singh Widespread protests against the sacrilege cases A series of incidents involving sacrilege of the sacred Sikh scripture, Sri Guru Grant Sahib Ji (SGGS), were reported in 2015. The first incident reported was theft of the SGGS from a Gurdwara in Burj Jawahar … [Read more...] about Sacrilege cases in Punjab are nowhere near closure

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Bandhi Singhs: The unfortunate fallout of militancy that demands closure

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Jaibans Singh The nine prominent Bandi Singhs The period of militancy in Punjab left in its wake immense suffering. The era marks the concept of state terrorism in its most notorious form. The most heart-rending  story is that of the "Bandi Singhs." These are Sikhs of … [Read more...] about Bandhi Singhs: The unfortunate fallout of militancy that demands closure

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Sand mining in Punjab: The problem and its manifestation

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Jaibans Singh Sand mining is the process whereby sand is extracted from river beds and lake shores for the purpose of construction. Unrestricted extraction of sand can lead to several ecological problems. The inbuilt water filtration capacity and absorbing characteristic … [Read more...] about Sand mining in Punjab: The problem and its manifestation

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Heed the cry for change emanating from Punjab

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Jaibans Singh The significant Vidhan Sabha elections in five states culminated on 10 March with declaration of results. They have dominated the political debates across the country for a long time now. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has emerged as the biggest gainer … [Read more...] about Heed the cry for change emanating from Punjab

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Dividing Punjab and Punjabiat: The dangerous election policy of the Congress

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Jaibans Singh Hate filled speech by Punjab CM Charanjit Singh Channi in Punjab Vidhan Sabha  The land of Punjab is going through one of the most unfortunate, sad and dangerous phases in its long and noble history. The current phase is unfortunate because the land and its … [Read more...] about Dividing Punjab and Punjabiat: The dangerous election policy of the Congress

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