There was already a connection when I first saw the lineup for the Galle Literary Festival… our names, which give away our Punjabi roots. Every year, in the coastal city at the tip of Sri Lanka, there is a celebration of arts, literature, and identities, and I seek out Punjabis. It is personal, because while I have made this land my home, there is always a tug from the land…
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This essay explores the profound spiritual journey inspired by IkOankar in Sikhi. It delves into the interconnectedness of existence, emphasizing unity, harmony, and the dissolution of ego through the teachings of the Wisdom-Guru. Each analogy—from nature’s rhythms to the body’s cells—illustrates how embracing 1Ness transcends individuality, offering a path to enlightenment and collective well-being. Ultimately, it reveals a universal truth: within IkOankar, all beings are integral threads in an eternal…
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Synopsis: This article examines a sketch of the Sikhs in Abbé Raynal’s 18th century treatise, ‘Histoire Philosophique et Politique ….. dans les deux Indes’. Raynal notes the principal ideas of the Sikhs, radical in their modernity, and outlines their struggle for survival and subsequent emergence as a regional power. Raynal’s account of the Sikhs is reflected in the Atlas by Rigobert Bonne that accompanied the final edition of the Histoire.…
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Punjabi rapper Shubh has become the first Indian musician to be appointed as the UN Global Brand Ambassador for Climate Advocacy. The announcement was made during COP29, the United Nations Climate Conference, in Baku, Azerbaijan. Jingwen Yang from the UNFCCC praised Shubh’s global influence, stating, “His music and outreach are instrumental in raising awareness about climate change and preserving historic climate information for future generations.” In a statement, Shubh expressed…
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ABU DHABI, 16th January, 2025 (WAM) — Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, at his Majlis in Abu Dhabi, was awarded a special recognition by representatives of the global Sikh community. This honour celebrates his exceptional contributions to promoting the values of tolerance, coexistence, human fraternity, constructive interfaith dialogue, and cultural diversity. His efforts have been instrumental in building a society founded on the principles…
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Kochi, Kerala: A landmark event unfolded in Kochi as the first Sikh marriage was officially registered in the city at the Ernakulam Sub-Registrar’s office. The union between Mantej Singh, an architect in Melbourne and Inderpreet Kaur (known as Nimmi), a designer in France, marks a historic moment for the Sikh community in Kerala. The wedding was celebrated with both traditional Sikh rituals and a modern touch. The couple, who live…
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On November 10, 2015, a delegation of five representatives from various Sikh organisations in North America located in Stockton, California participated in the Sarbat Khalsa, held in Amritsar. Notably, the meeting in Amritsar was not called to discuss matters concerning the diasporic Sikh experience. The purpose was to consider issues of decision-making and leadership within the Sikh religious order in Punjab. The diaspora Sikh community thought necessary to participate in…
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KhojGurbani is a collaborative platform that provides content and resources for anyone wishing to establish or deepen their engagement with Gurbani – Sikh teachings. KhojGurbani envisions a world where every Sikh commits to at least ONE complete reading and study of the Guru Granth Sahib. By leveraging technology and online collaborative tools, KhojGurbani hopes to establish a cyber-Sangat, a virtual kinship that will create the necessary synergy to encourage and…
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Inderraj Singh Dhillon made his debut on the international stage at the 2022 European Powerlifting Federation (EPF) European Classic Championships (ECC), where he broke the European deadlift record in the 120-kilogram class with 375.5 kilograms (828 pounds). It was quite the impressive start to his international lifting career, but Singh Dhillon was only warming up. At the 2023 International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) Classic World Championships (CWC), Singh Dhillon deadlifted a phenomenal 386 kilograms…
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Mr. Ajay Banga made history when he was appointed the next president of the World Bank. He is the first-ever Sikh-American to head either of the two top international financial institutions: the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. The president of the World Bank Group is also the Chair of the Board of the Executive Directors of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development. According to President Biden, Banga…
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