Tuesday, September 02, 2025

Diaspora

Los Angeles Police Kill Punjabi Sikh in Brutal Shooting, BJP leader condemns it

PHAGWARA: A recent incident in Los Angeles, where Punjabi Sikh youth Gurpreet Singh was shot dead by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), has sparked outrage. National BJP leader Sukhminderpal Singh Grewal condemned the act as a “cold-blooded murder of human rights,” calling the police's actions a stark violation of basic human dignity.

India's Independence Day observed in USA

PHAGWARA: In Fremont, California, the Festival of Globe (FOG) India Day Parade and Fair are the main events celebrating Indian Independence Day. This year, the two-day celebration will take place on August 16th and 17th, from 10 am to 6 pm. The parade itself is scheduled for Sunday, August 17th, at 11 am, starting at Paseo Padre and Walnut Ave.

Ohio's new Solicitor General Mathura Sridharan faces backlash, Attorney General defends her appointment

WASHINGTON: Indian-origin Mathura Sridharan has been appointed Ohio's 12th Solicitor General, the Attorney General's office announced in a statement on X. However, her appointment faced backlash with trolls questioning why a 'non-US citizen' was selected for the position, with some even pointing to her bindi, saying "This one has a perma-dot, huh."

What NRI Families Should Know Before Travelling from Dubai to the UK

For many NRI families living in the Gulf, especially those with strong roots in Punjab and across India, the United Kingdom remains a cherished destination—be it for vacations, family reunions, or educational pursuits for the next generation. With increasing flight connectivity and evolving visa norms, traveling from Dubai to the UK has become more accessible than ever.

NAPA Expresses Deep Concern Over Rising Crime Among Punjabi Youth in North America

JALANDHAR: The North American Punjabi Association (NAPA) has expressed serious concern over the increasing involvement of Punjabi youth, particularly young Sikh boys, in criminal activities across North America. In light of recent incidents reported from multiple cities in the United States and Canada, NAPA is calling on community leaders, parents, and institutions to urgently address this alarming trend.

Global Sikh Council condemns Takht Patna Sahib’s religious overreach

CHANDIGARH: The Global Sikh Council (GSC), representing Sikh institutions worldwide, has strongly condemned the unilateral declaration by five Granthis of Takht Sri Harmandir Sahib, Patna Sahib, branding Sukhbir Singh Badal, president of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) as Tankhaiya (guilty of religious misconduct). The GSC has termed this calculated and instigated move a blatant violation of Sikh Maryada, a breach of Panthic protocol and an instigated and direct challenge to the authority and primacy of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, which is the only temporal seat empowered to adjudicate Panth-wide matters.

NAPA Condemns Shooting Attacks on Shri Shri Radha Krishna Temple in Spanish Fork, Utah

JALANDHAR: Satnam Singh Chahal, Executive Director of the North American Punjabi Association (NAPA), has issued a strong condemnation of the shocking and repeated shooting attacks on the Shri Shri Radha Krishna Temple in Spanish Fork, Utah, calling the incidents a heinous hate crime that demands immediate action and federal scrutiny.

NAPA Stands Firmly with Diljit Dosanjh: Satnam Singh Chahal

JALANDHAR: The North American Punjabi Association (NAPA) strongly condemns the malicious attempts to label internationally acclaimed actor and singer Diljit Dosanjh as “anti-national.” These baseless allegations not only lack credibility but also reflect a dangerous trend of vilifying artists who have elevated India’s image on the global stage through talent, discipline, and sheer hard work.

NAPA Raises Concern Over ICE Detention Practices Amid Alarming TRAC Report

JALANDHAR: In light of recent statistics released by the Transactional Records Access Clearinghouse (TRAC) at Syracuse University, the North American Punjabi Association (NAPA) has expressed serious concern over the growing number of individuals detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the vast majority of whom have no criminal convictions.

Don't see occasional setbacks as major barriers in India-Canada ties: Diaspora on PM Modi's visit

ALBERTA: The Indian diaspora in Canada is brimming with excitement and optimism ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit, which marks a significant thaw in relations that have been strained over the past year.

More than 600 complaints have been resolved in online NRI Milnees, says Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal

AMRITSAR: While conducting the sixth online NRI Milnee, NRI Affairs Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal informed that more than 600 complaints of NRI Punjabis have been resolved so far in the online NRI Milnees. The sixth monthly online NRI Milnee held today at Amritsar to resolve the grievances of NRI Punjabis.

Indian origin Carmel man arrested for allegedly plotting to murder his wife

INDIANAPOLIS: Former SEWA International USA Vice president 44-year-old Darshan Soni was arrested on May 16 by the Carmel Police Department for allegedly plotting to murder his wife. He faces preliminary charges of conspiracy to Commit Murder, Murder and Attempted Murder so that he would not have to divorce his wife, reports FOX59/CBS4. Darshan Soni is being held in the Hamilton County Jail

Akal Takht summons Gurdwara Baba Budha Ji Hamilton Committee head over harassment allegations

AMRITSAR: In a significant development, the Five Sikh High Priests have summoned Sant Singh, President of the Gurdwara Baba Budha Ji Committee in Hamilton, Canada, to appear before the Akal Takht, Sikhism's highest temporal seat. Simultaneously, they have barred him from continuing his duties as President pending further inquiry.

Value contribution of diaspora in strengthening India-Netherlands ties, says EAM Jaishankar

THE HAVUE: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar, during his visit to the Netherlands, appreciated the Indian community for its significant contribution in enhancing the relationship between India and the European nation.

Sikh businessman Harjeet Singh Dhadda shod dead in Mississauga, Canada

BRAMPTON:  A Sikh entrepreneur who ran a trucking safety and insurance consultancy was shot dead outside his office in Mississauga, Canada. According to multiple reports, the victim has been identified as Harjeet Singh Dhadda. He hailed from Bazpur in Uttarakhand, India.

78 year old Sikh arrested for sexuall assault on under 12 year girl in Brampton park

BRAMPTON: A 78-year-old man has been arrested after allegedly sexually assaulting a young girl three separate times at a park in Brampton and police say there could be additional victims.

Canada police arrest three Punjabi youths of India origin on charges of extortion

BRAMPTON: Three youth of Punjab origin have been arrested and charged in connection with an extortion investigation in Brampton. They were allegedly involved in making extortion calls to businessmen, spreading fear in the region.

Hindu body in Canada flags Khalistani threats, cites misusing Nagar Kirtan

OTTAWA: The Hindu Canadian Foundation (HCF) on Monday strongly condemned the call by Khalistani extremists on Monday to send back 800,000 Hindus to India.

Global Sikh Council endorses Jathedar’s call for united Sikh preaching efforts

CHANDIGARH: The Global Sikh Council (GSC) has extended its support to the recent appeal made by Singh Sahib Gyani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, Jathedar of Sri Akal Takhat Sahib, Sri Amritsar Sahib, for all Sikh parcharaks (preachers) including Bhai Ranjit Singh Dhadhrianwala, to come together under the banner of Sri Akal Takhat Sahib to rejuvenate the mission of Sikhi parchar across India.

USA-based Indian community members held candlelight vigil ay Fremont Hindu Temple

PHAGWARA: In a heartfelt tribute to the victims of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, USA-based Indian community members led by Phagwara based Dr Romesh Japra who is Chairman Fremont Hindu Temple San Fransisco, held a candlelight vigil at the Vedic Dharma Samaj Fremont Hindu Temple.

SGPC president congratulates victorious Punjabis, especially Sikhs, in the Canadian federal elections

AMRITSAR: Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami has congratulated a large number of Punjabis, especially Sikh representatives, in the Canadian federal elections, expressing happiness. He said that it is a matter of great pride for the Sikh community and all Punjabis that these candidates have proved their leadership in Canadian politics by winning and have raised the heads of Punjabis.

Khalistan sympathiser Jagmeet Singh quits as NDP leader after defeat in Canada election

OTTAWA: Once a kingmaker in Canadian politics, Jagmeet Singh announced on Tuesday that he is quitting as the leader of the National Democratic Party (NDP) after he lost his own election to parliament and his party suffered a rout.

Punjab-born surgeon, 3 family members killed in US plane crash

NEW YORK: A Punjab-born surgeon, her two children and their partners were killed along with her husband, who piloted a small plane that crashed in New York state.

Barred from contesting forthcoming polls, Canadian MP says took 'firm stance' against Khalistani extremism

OTTAWA: Canada's three-term Liberal Member of Parliament Chandra Arya, who has been barred from contesting in the forthcoming elections under the party's banner in his own Ottawa Nepean constituency over alleged foreign-interference concerns involving India, believes he has been denied nomination this time for speaking out against the Khalistani extremist movement in the country.

European Sikh representatives reject SGPC’s decision and demand transparent appointments of Jathedas

BELGIUM: We, the representatives of Gurdwaras across Europe, strongly condemn the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) backed Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) for prematurely and arbitrarily removing Jathedar of Akal Takht Giani Raghbir Singh and Jathedar of Takht Kesgarh Sahib Giani Sultan Singh by the Executive Committee (EC) of the SGPC without due consideration for the profound religious significance of the position of Jathedar, and instead, the decision is driven by political motives aimed at advancing their own interests.

Kash Patel set to make history on Thursday after confirmation to head FBI

WASHINGRTON: Kash Patel is set to make history Thursday when the Republican-led US Senate votes to confirm him to head the FBI, the country’s premier investigating agency.

Sikh Representative Bhai Sawinder Singh Joins Maryland Leaders in Governor’s Interfaith Council

MARYLAND: On the invitation of Maryland Lt. Governor Aruna Miller, Bhai Sawinder Singh, Hazuri Ragi of Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple), Amritsar, attended the recent Governor’s Interfaith Council meeting, where faith leaders from diverse communities came together to discuss shared challenges and promote unity.

NRI Punjabis can apply online on E-Sanad portal for countersigning their documents from their homes, Says Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal

CHANDIGARH: In a bid to make the verification process easier for Non Resident Indian(NRI) Punjabis, the Government of Punjab under the visionary leadership of S. Bhagwant Singh Mann Chief Minister of Punjab has operationalised E-Sanad portal in September, 2024 all over Punjab through which NRI Punjabis can apply for countersigning their documents from their homes. In this connection, 6481 applications have been received for countersigning on this portal from 1 January 2025 to till date.

Youth Akali Dal's 'Meri Dastaar Meri Shaan' Camp to be Held in Canada on Jan 25

CHANDIGARH: The Youth Akali Dal's flagship initiative, 'Meri Dastaar Meri Shaan,' has now gone international, as SAD leader Lakhvir Sangha is set to organize a 'Dastaran Da Langar' camp at Gurdwara Kalgidhar Darbar in Winnipeg, Canada, on 25th January.

US resident Balwant Singh's family presented four washing machines at Sri Darbar Sahib

AMRITSAR: Four washing machines were presented by US resident Balwant Singh's family to Sachkhand Sri Harmandir Sahib.

World Punjabi Conference Lahore: Punjabi language is more threatened by its own people than by foreigners : Fakhar Zaman

AMRITSAR: The three- day 34th World Punjabi Conference to be held in Lahore has begun with a call to raise the flag of Punjab , Punjabi and Punjabiyat .

During the last 3 years, the cases of more than 2500 migrant Punjabis were solved,claims Dhaliwal

AMRITSAR: Cabinet Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal, who has the charge of NRI Affairs, today reached the house of Majitha Road resident Amandeep Singh, who was arrested in a case in Laos, and told the family that his son has been released by the police and Soon he will return to the country.

Four Greenwood men arrested on charge of murder of Indian

INDIANAPOLIS: Four residents of Greenwood are in the Johnson County jail this morning accused of murder waiting for extradition to New Jersey.

Your contributions to nation's progress are invaluable: PM Modi to Indian workers in Kuwait

KUWAIT: Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Indian workers abroad during his visit to a labour camp in Mina Abdullah, Kuwait, marking the first official program of his historic visit to the West Asian nation.

Punjab cultural society of Chicago showcases Punjabi culture at the Chicago Thanksgiving Day parade

CHICAGO: Punjabi Cultural Society of Chicago (PCS) participated in the 90th anniversary of Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade with a well decorated float, Ashke Bhangra Club team, Punjabi Dholi Manmeet Singh and DJ Miss Bhalla blasting Punjabi Bhangra music on State Street in the heart of downtown Chicago on November 28, 2024. The Chicago loop boomed with music.

UK's Antrim Newtownabbey Borough, which opens with Bible reading, rebuffs Hindu prayer request

LONDON: UK's Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council, which has been opening its monthly meetings with “Bible Reading and Prayer”, has turned down request to have Hindu opening-prayer in an upcoming session.

Bhartiyata is ingrained in the personae of diaspora: PM Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat'

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted the deep connection the diaspora shares with their roots, stating that "Bhartiyata (Indianness)" is deeply embedded in the personalities of Indian communities abroad.

BGT 2024-25: Bumrah picks 4-17 as Australia trail India by 83 runs in 17-wicket day

PERTH: A red-hot India captain Jasprit Bumrah picked four wickets to scythe through the Australia batting line-up as the hosts’ reached 67/7 in 27 overs and trail visitors by 83 runs at stumps on day one of first Test at the Perth Stadium on Friday.

Sikh diaspora delighted with the victory of Trump - Dhaliwal

PATIALA: The Wisconsin-based billionaire Darshan Singh Dhaliwal expressed his delight over Donald Trump winning the USA Presidential elections last week, as the results reflected the expectations of majority of Indian community in United States.

Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Gurpurab Celebrated in Cincinnati; Nagar Kirtan Organized

Cincinnati, Ohio:  The 555th Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism, was celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm by Sikh community at the Guru Nanak Society of Greater Cincinnati Gurdwara Sahib. The community organized a series of special programs over three days to mark this auspicious occasion.

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