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Jan42025 by editorNo Comments

KHUDIAN IMPRESSES UPON UNION AGRICULTURE MINISTER TO RESUME TALK WITH AGITATING FARMER UNIONS

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Chandigarh, January 4: Punjab Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian on Saturday urged Sh. Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Union Agriculture Minister, to break the impasse and revive the dialogue between the Union Government and the agitating farmer unions at the earliest. Sh. Chouhan was holding the discussions on reforms in Agriculture sector with Agriculture and Horticulture Ministers of the states & UTs through video conference. Expressing a deep sense of urgency and concern, S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian appealed the Union Cabinet Minister that S. Jagjeet Singh Dallewal's fast-unto-death has take...

Jan42025 by editorNo Comments

Chief Minister offered prayers at Shri Devikup Bhadrakali temple as per tradition

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Chandigarh 4 January - Haryana Chief Minister Shri Naib Singh Saini laid the foundation of a 51- foot tall and amazing form of Maa Shabd dedicated to the mother power at Shri Devikup Bhadrakali temple in Kurukshetra on Saturday. During this, the Chief Minister prayed for happiness, peace and progress for the people of the state by offering prayers at the Shaktipeeth established in Shri Devikup Bhadrakali temple amidst chanting of mantras. The Chief Minister said that the construction of a 51 feet tall and amazing form of the word 'Maa' in the courtyard of the world famous Shri Devikup Bhadrakali temple will further enhance the glory of the temple. Lakhs of devotees who come to worship in this temple will take inspiration from this...

Nov172024 by nirmalNo Comments

First time in UK Parl – Sikh MP’s portrait installed alongside British Kings, Queens’ portraits

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Chandigarh, November 17,– The portrait of Lord Dr. Indarjit Singh, the first turbaned Sikh parliamentarian in the UK and Europe, has been installed in the Bishop’s Corridor of the House of Lords in the British Parliament at Westminster, London for his immense contribution to the house and public services to the nation. This marks the first time a Sikh’s portrait has been displayed in the British Parliament.The unveiling ceremony of Lord Indarjit Singh’s portrait was attended by British Sikh MPs Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi, Lord Kuldeep Singh Sahota, Jas Athwal, Kirith Entwistle, MP Richard Bacon, Bhagat Singh Shankar, and Lady Singh Dr Kanwaljit Kaur OBE, with her family and friends.Lauding Lord Singh’s significant contribution both in the UK upper house and for many years in the broadcasting s...

Nov22024 by nirmalNo Comments

Lady Singh Kanwaljit Kaur re-elected as president of Global Sikh Council

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Chandigarh, November 2, The Global Sikh Council (GSC), a global confederation of 31 national-level Sikh organizations, held its 11th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in London, UK. During the election proceedings, Lady Singh Kanwaljit Kaur was unanimously re-elected to serve a two-year term as president, highlighting her continued commitment and leadership within the organization.Dr. Karminder Singh Dhillon of Indonesia was nominated as presiding officer to conduct the election process. In the meeting Harjeet Singh Grewal elected as secretary and Harsaran Singh as treasurer. Additionally, Paramjit Singh Bedi from USA and Ram Singh Rathore from India were elected as deputy presidents.The GSC also chosen its executive committee, appointing prominent leaders from diverse regions: Jagir Singh from...

Oct252024 by nirmalNo Comments

Global Sikh Council calls for an end to govt involvement in running of two historic Takhats

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Chandigarh, October 25 – The Global Sikh Council (GSC), representing 31 national-level Sikh organizations worldwide, has unanimously passed a resolution to free two of the Sikh temporal seats, Takht Sri Patna Sahib in Bihar and Takht Sri Hazur Sahib in Maharashtra, from government control with the active participation of local Sikh sangat and Gurdwara committees.This resolution was passed during the annual general meeting of the GSC held at London under the chairmanship of Lady Singh Kanwaljit Kaur, OBE. Highlighting the shortcomings according to the ‘Sikh Maryada’, the GSC president pointed out that religious practices being followed at both the Takhats, violate fundamental Sikh tenets. Besides, the Sikhs appointed to the committees of both the Takhats and the board members, have very lit...

Oct212024 by nirmalNo Comments

Global Sikh Council honours Lord Indarjit Singh with lifetime achievement award

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London, October 21, 2024 — The Global Sikh Council (GSC), representing 32 national Sikh organizations, has awarded ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ to Lord Indarjit Singh of Wimbledon, a distinguished member of the House of Lords, during its annual general meeting held in the committee room at the House of Lords, Westminster, London. The GSC President, Lady Kanwaljit Kaur Singh, and the members of the council also honoured Tony Matharu, a prominent London businessman, for his philanthropic contributions to society. During the ceremony, the GSC General Secretary Harsaran Singh highlighted that a portrait of Lord Indarjit Singh is being displayed in the gallery of the House of Lords, an achievement that is deeply commendable for the Sikh qaum. As the first turban-wearing Sikh member of the up...

Oct212024 by nirmalNo Comments

Judge’s praise of political leaders erodes public trust in judiciary: Justice Gavai

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Ahmedabad, October 21: Supreme Court Justice B.R. Gavai said that a judge's behavior on and off the bench should adhere to high standards of judicial ethics. He stated that a judge praising a politician or bureaucrat while in office and beyond the bounds of courtesy could affect people's trust in the entire judiciary. A judge resigning to contest elections could impact the public's perception of impartiality. Judicial ethics and integrity are fundamental pillars that maintain the credibility of the legal system. Justice Gavai gave an example where a US Supreme Court Justice had to apologize for comments criticizing a presidential candidate. Justice Gavai was speaking at an annual conference for judicial officers in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Justice B.R. Gavai said that maintaining...

Sep292024 by nirmalNo Comments

Global Sikh Council urges UNHRC, Canadian Govt to repeal Quebec’s bill 21 banning religious articles

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Chandigarh, September 28, 2024 – Strongly condemning the Quebec's controversial Bill 21, the Global Sikh Council (GSC), representing 32 national Sikh organizations, has urged the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) and Canadian federal government to repeal this legislation which bans public sector workers in "positions of authority" from wearing religious symbols while at work.The GSC highlighted that this law directly violates the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a commitment upheld by the Canada, and called for immediate action from the Canadian federal government and international human rights bodies.The GSC president Lady Singh Dr. Kanwaljit Kaur, OBE, emphasized that the Canadian constitution guarantees all citizens the freedom of religion, and Canada has ratified num...

Sep122024 by nirmalNo Comments

Tan Dhesi MP elected as Chairman of UK Defence Select Committee

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Chandigarh September 12, 2024 - The new Chair of the Defence Select Committee of British parliament is Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi MP. Following a vote on 11 September, within which only the 650 MPs in the UK House of Commons can vote, Tan Dhesi MP has been elected Chair of the Defence Select Committee. The Committee plays an influential and powerful role, especially in scrutinising the UK Government’s policies on defence. It is a watershed moment in the UK, since Tan Dhesi MP has become the first Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic MP to ever be elected as Defence Committee Chairman. Indeed, when he served on the Committee in 2020, he was only the second ever BAME Member of Parliament to do so. It is a landmark historic moment for another reason, Dhesi becomes the first Sikh and first Punja...

May172024 by nirmalNo Comments

TWO FAKE CALL CENTRES DUPING PEOPLE LIVING IN US; 155 HELD

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CHANDIGARH, May 17: The Cyber Crime Division of the Punjab Police has busted two fake Call Centres running in Mohali and arrested 155 employees of these centres for making fraudulent calls to people living in US and duping them, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Friday. The first fake Call centre was located at Plot #F88 in Sector 74 in SAS Nagar, while, the other fake Call Centre established at A-one Tower at Sector 74 of SAS Nagar. Both the call centres seemed to be run by Gujarat based kingpins. DGP Gaurav Yadav said that preliminary investigations have revealed that the fake Call Centres were operating during the night and callers were usin...