Washington DC, US: In response to a petition from the influential Sikh community seeking recognition of violence against Sikhs in India during November 1984 as “genocide”, the White House has said it continues to “condemn” and “work against” violence directed ...
Read More »Fairfax judge finds state law on marriage celebrants unconstitutional
Washington, USA: A Virginia law governing marriage celebrants unfairly discriminates against religions, such as Sikhism, that do not have ordained ministers, a Fairfax County judge has ruled. Under state law, non-ordained ministers must post a $500 bond before performing a ...
Read More »Free school plan for proposed Slough Town stadium site
London, UK: A Sikh free school could be built on a site earmarked for Slough Town Football Club’s new stadium. The Department for Education is considering the site of the old Arbour Vale School as one option for the new ...
Read More »Community leaders invited to Sikh temple in Southampton
UK: Community leaders from across Southampton were invited to a Sikh temple to discover more about upcoming celebrations in the city. The Mayor of Southampton, Cllr Derek Burke, was joined by others at a meet and greet at the Gurdwara ...
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