New York,USA: This week, most of those of South Asian descent around the world are celebrating Diwali, the “festival of lights” that is rooted in the Hindu tradition. It is one of the major celebrations of the year for Hindus, Jains ...
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Respecting freedom of Religion, California school allows Kirpans for Sikh students
California: According to reports a Southern California school district has allowed Sikh students to wear the Kirpan in school. It is learnt that at least three high school students in the Jurupa Unified School District will be allowed to wear ...
Read More »Rubabi Bhai Lal passes away; He was 17th generation descendent of Bhai Mardana Ji
Lahore,Pakistan: Rubabi Bhai Lal has passed away. He was 17th generation descendent of Bhai Mardana Ji – a companion of first Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. He was undergoing treatment in a hospital at Lahore as he had ...
Read More »Holy City status for Nankana Sahib
Nankana Sahib,Pakistan: According to reports Pakistan has accorded the “holy city” status to Nankana Sahib – the birthplace of first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It is notable that Nankana Sahib is one of the most revered pilgrimage destinations ...
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