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Sikh Americans express heartfelt condolences to the tragic Elementary school massacre victims

Stockton, California: Members of Sikh American community and Sikh Chamber of Commerce express their profound sorrow at the senseless tragedy that has befallen the entire Newton community. A gunman opened fire at a Connecticut elementary school where his mother worked, ...

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Where would the British Army be without the Sikhs?

I’ve been rather surprised by all the media attention over the appearance of Guardsman Jatenderpal Bhullar on parade duty outside Buckingham Palace this week. For sure, Guardsman Bhullar, 25, has become the first Sikh to wear his turban on guard ...

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US lawmakers urge Hillary Clinton to continue denying visa to Narendra Modi

Washington DC, US: A group of 25 American lawmakers have urged the US secretary of state Hillary Clinton to continue denying visa to Narendra Modi, stating that his government has not adequately pursued justice of the 2002 riot victims. “As ...

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NDP urges Minister Kenney to reconsider deportation of 83 year old Sikh woman

Victoria, Canada : Randall Garrison, MP (Esquimalt-Juan de Fuca) is imploring Citizenship and Immigration Minister Jason Kenney to show compassion and reverse a recent decision to deny Permanent Residency to 83 year old Surjit Bhandal. Garrison is calling on the Minister ...

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