November 2012 Archive

Next court appearance of Bhai Daljit Singh on 14 December in UAPA Case

Ludhiana, Punjab (November 30, 2012): According to information available with Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) former president of Akali Dal Panch Pardhani Bhai Daljit Singh Bittu and British National Jaswant Singh were brought to Ludhiana from Maximum Securit Jail (Nabha) and Kapurthala Jail respectably.

Son of Sardar – Court to pronounce order on summoning Ajay Devgn

Chandigarh/Punjab (November 30, 2012): There are reports Ajay Devgn's recent Hindi movie “Son of Sardar” has entered 100 Crores club. Two days back on the eve of Guru Nanak Sahib's Parkash Gurpurb Ajay Devgn tweeted: “A happy gurupurab to all. What a day for Son Of Sardaar to cross 100 Crores on guru nankjis birthday! I am blessed! Thank u every1:)”.

Sikh body expresses solidarity with people of Palestine & their struggle for statehood

Jalandhar, Punjab (November 29, 2012): Joining the international community in observing 29 November as the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People in accordance with UN resolution 32/40 B, the Dal Khalsa has also expressed its solidarity with the people of Palestine and their struggle for statehood.

Baba Baljeet Singh Daduwal & others Sikhs released by Uttrakhand police

Paunta Sahib, Himachal Pardesh (November 29, 2012): According to certain media reports Uttrakhand police has released Panthic Sewa Lehar patron Baba Baljeet Singh Daduwal, All India Sikh Conference (AISF) president Gurcharan Singh Babbar and other Sikh devotees who were taken into custody on November 28, 2012.

US President Barack Obama’s statement on Parkash Gurpurb

I send my best wishes to all those here in America and around the world who are observing the anniversary of birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the first Sikh Guru. As always, this is a time to celebrate the principles of equality, respect, service and interfaith cooperation that are the core of the Sikh faith, and to recognize the extraordinary contributions that Sikh Americans make to our country every day.

Aap sabh noo, Guru Nanak Sahib Ji de parkash utsav dee lakh lakh vadaee hove ji, says NDP Leader

Statement by Official Opposition Leader Thomas Mulcair on Guru Nanak’s birthday To all followers of the Sikh faith, I extend my best wishes during Gurpurab. [...]

Around 700 Sikhs arrested by Uttrakhand Police

Paunta Sahib/Ludhiana, Uttrakhand/Punjab (November 28, 2012): According to information available with Sikh Siyasat News (SSN), around 700 Sikhs including Panthic Sewa Lehar leader Baba Baljeet Singh Daduwal, All India Sikh Conference leader Bhai Gurcharan Singh Babbar, Uttrakhand Punjabi Kranti Morcha leader Kanwar Jupinder Singh, were prevented by Police from entering Uttrakhand State. Later on they were arrested by Sehaspur Police on the orders of SDM Sri Tripathi and SSP Dr. Jagdish Chand.

Guru Nanak Sahib’s Parkash Gurpurb observed by Sikhs

Amritsar, Punjab (November 28, 2012): Guru Nanak Sahib's Parkash Gurpurb was today celebrated by the Sikhs across the globe. In Punjab, Guru Sahib's Gurpurb is observed in almost all Gurudwaras. Thousands of Sikhs gathered in various historic Gurudwaras across the State to pay their obeisance to the founder of Sikh religion.

Recognize the Sikh Genocide; Sign the White House Petition: VFF joins Sikhs for Justice

New York, NY (November 27, 2012): The Voices For Freedom (VFF) has joined Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) in petitioning the Whitehouse to Recognize “Sikh Genocide” - 30,000+ killed in India during November 1984.

Sikh Jatha begins Fateh Yatra for Haridwar; Police directed identify and stop such persons posing threat to communal harmony, says SSP

Amritsar/Jalandhar, Punjab (November 28, 2012): As per reports available with Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) Sikh devotees under the leadership of All India Sikh Conference (Babbar) president Bhai Gurcharan Singh Babbar and patron of Panthic Sewa Lehar Baba Baljit Singh Daduwal started “Fateh Yatra” for Haridwar on November 28, 2012.

India alleges that Sikh groups based abroad are attempting to revive militancy in Punjab

Government of India has again alleged that Sikh militant groups based abroad are trying to revive militancy in Punjab. Press Information Bureau, Government of India, has issued a release November 27, 2012 that is read as follows.

Leicester Sikhs gathered in thousands on Nagar Kirtan to observe Gurpurb celebrations

Leicester, UK (November 27, 2012): It is learnt that thousands of people lined the streets on Sunday, November 25, 2012 during a Nagar Kirtan at Leicester, UK to observe the celebrations of Guru Nanak Ji's 544th Gurpurb (birth anniversary).

Entry of Sikhs banned in Haridwar in wake of Fateh Yatra

Amritsar, Punjab (November 27, 2012): There are reports that Uttrakhand Governemnt has deployed heavy police force to prevent Sikhs from going to Haridwar. “Sikhs heading to Haridwar for the three-day birth anniversary celebrations of Guru Nanak Dev, beginning November 27, at a spot near Har ki Pauri […] may lead to a standoff with the Uttarakhand Police deploying forces in and around Haridwar to prevent any law and order problem”.

Baba Tirlokewala’s condition stable; Sikh leaders under house-arrest?

Chandigarh/Bathinda, Punjab (November 27, 2012): According to information available with Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) SGPC Member from Sirsa constituency Baba Gurmit Singh Tirlokewala is undergoing treatment at PGI, Chandigarh. His condition is improving gradually and it is expected that he shall be from hospital in coming days.

Curfew relaxed in Sirsa

Sirsa, Haryana, India (November 17, 2012): According to reports, curfew was relaxed in Sirsa on November 26, 2012. The curfew was relaxed for 12 hours, from 6am to 6pm. People come out of their houses during the relaxed hours and made necessary purchases.

Human Rights bodies organized One day consultation on Human Rights and Law at Amritsar

Amritsar, Punjab (November 26, 2012): Human rights bodies namely Human Rights Law Network (HRLN), Khalsa Mission Organization (KMO) and Punjab Human Rights Organization (PHRO) organized “One day consultation on Human Rights and Law” at Om International, Putlighar at Amritsar (Punjab).

Human Rights activists Dr. Binayak Sen & Parveena Ahangar honored by Sikh bodies at Amritsar

Amritsar, Punjab (November 26, 2012): Human rights activist Dr Binayak Sen was honoured by the SGPC and Sikh groups at Information Centre of the Darbar Sahib, Amritsar on November 25, 2012.

Son of Sardar – what’s the message?

Let me make it clear that I am not going to discuss the controversy surrounding dialogues or scenes from Ajay Devgn's recent release “Son of Sardar”. Because this issue is largely discussed in media and Sikh circles and many would agree that the controversy is almost over.

Paramilitary deployed in Sirsa – borders sealed, curfew continues; Baba Tirlokewala referred to PGI

Sirsa, Haryana (November 26, 2012): It is learnt that Paramilitary forces have been deployed in Sirsa town of Haryana on Sunday (November 25, 2012). According to administration the deployment of Paramilitary forces would help Haryana Police to maintain law and order.

Exclusive video: Bapu Assa Singh Ji, 93 years old Sikh, sentenced under TADA for 10 years

On November 20, 2012 a special court in Ludhaina, Punjab (India) invoked a draconian law named Terrorists and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act, short named TADA, to sentence 12 Sikhs to 10 years rigorous imprisonment in a 1987 case.

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