Author Archives: Guest Writer

Multicultural Community Council holds Muslim, Sikh forum

California,USA: Yolo County’s Multicultural Community Council (MCC) held a forum on Muslims and Sikhs on Thursday — the first in a series of public forums aimed to foster understanding and appreciation of local cultures. The forum was held at Woodland Community ...

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Who began the violence? The how and why of partition

1947 mid-August

The partition of the Punjab in mid-August 1947 took place as part of a negotiated settlement brokered by the British between the Indian National Congress, the All-India Muslim League and the Sikhs of Punjab to partition India and transfer power ...

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Fremont Sikh Gurdwara expansion approved by Planning Commission

Sikh temple

Fremont, California: Plans to significantly expand the Sikh Gurdwara in the Niles district have cleared a major hurdle, though requirements set by city officials to fix recurring problems there still might trip the plan up. The Planning Commission has approved the new ...

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UT Sikh Students Association holds first Desi Culture Night for South Asian cultures

USA: The Sikh Students Association hosted its first-ever Desi Culture Night on Friday, showcasing a variety of South Asian religions and cultures through art, games and performances. Students walked up and down the West Mall to learn about different South ...

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