Sikh Clergy Bans AI Guru Videos, Non-Gurdwara Weddings
Sikh high priests at Akal Takht ban AI films on Gurus, Anand Karaj at venues like beaches. They assert sole authority over 328 sacred saroops issue. Read the full story.
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Akal Takht summons Punjab minister, Sikh body leaders
Akal Takht officiating jathedar summons Punjab minister Tarunpreet Sondh, DSGMC office-bearers, and CKD president for explanations on Jan 5. Read the full details on the summons and the issues involved.
359th Prakash Parv celebrated with devotion at Patna Sahib
Patna witnessed grand celebrations for Guru Gobind Singh Ji's 359th Prakash Parv. Nagar kirtans, langar, and a foundation stone for a medical centre marked the festivities. Read more.
Cabinet Approves 3 New Delhi Metro Corridors
Union Cabinet approves 3 new Delhi Metro corridors under Phase IV-A, enhancing connectivity to India Gate, Central Secretariat & airport. A Rs 12,014.91 crore project to serve lakhs daily.
Jagir Kaur Rejects SAD Discord, Explains President's Role
Bibi Jagir Kaur addresses rumours of resignations and discord within the reorganised Shiromani Akali Dal, clarifying recent meetings as brainstorming sessions. She details Giani Harpreet Singh's appointment and rules out reconciliation with Sukhbir Badal.
SIT Formed for Missing Guru Granth Sahib Saroops, SGPC Protests
Punjab govt's SIT to probe 328 missing Guru Granth Sahib saroops faces strong opposition from SGPC, which calls it interference in religious affairs. Details inside.
Sikh Bodies Slam NZ Nagar Kirtan Disruption by Far-Right Group
Akal Takht & SGPC condemn a far-right Christian group's disruption of a Sikh Nagar Kirtan in New Zealand. They urge the NZ govt to act and protect communal harmony. Read more.
SGPC Stops Heritage Street Work in Anandpur Sahib
The SGPC has suspended the Heritage Street project near Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib following a dispute with the Anandpur Sahib Foundation. Learn the details and implications for pilgrims.
Meghalaya CM Celebrates Pre-Christmas with Secretariat
Meghalaya CM Conrad K Sangma celebrated pre-Christmas with state secretariat officials in Shillong. The city is aglow with festive spirit, markets bustling, and carols filling the air. Read more about the celebrations.
2015 Sarbat Khalsa Leaders Reject Giani Gargaj's Edicts
Key figures behind the 2015 Sarbat Khalsa reject officiating Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargaj's decisions, alleging lack of Panthic support. They plan a grassroots campaign.
NSCS Calls for Strengthening India's Deep-Tech Prowess
India's National Security Council Secretariat highlights the urgent need to enhance domestic deep-tech capabilities in areas like AI and semiconductors to reduce strategic dependencies.
Ex-Students Protest Damdami Taksal Chief Over Hukamnama Breach
Former students of Damdami Taksal oppose chief Baba Harnam Singh Dhumma for allegedly violating Akal Takht's hukamnama during a Nagpur event. They plan to lodge a formal protest. Read the full story.
Punjab Notifies Anandpur Sahib, Talwandi Sabo, Damdama Sahib as Holy Cities
The Punjab government officially declares three Takht towns as holy cities. The move aims to preserve Sikh heritage and regulate commercial activities. Discover the new rules and their impact.
Akal Takht Warns Punjab Over Sahibzada Fancy Dress
Akal Takht officiating jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargaj demands cancellation of school fancy dress competitions on Sikh figures. He criticizes govt orders as anti-Sikh. Read the full story.
President's Office Steps into Goa Temple Land Dispute
The President's secretariat directs urgent action in the Xeldem temple land case. Allegations involve illegal mutation of 13,000 sqm of Shree Santeri Shantadurga Devasthan property. Read the full story.
Harpreet Singh: SGPC, Akali Dal Must Be Freed From Family Control
Giani Harpreet Singh, former acting Jathedar of Akal Takht, demands liberation of SGPC and SAD from dynastic control, citing damage to Sikh intellectual and political growth. Calls for urgent Gurdwara elections.
Delhi's New Secretariat Plan Back on Track with ITO Land Deal
Delhi government's plan for a unified secretariat complex gets a major boost as the Income Tax department agrees to share its 4.5-acre plot at ITO. The move will create an 18-acre integrated complex, ending decades of scattered offices.
Jathedar to Akali Dal: Follow Edict on Party Revamp
Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh calls on Shiromani Akali Dal to adhere to the Sikh edict for organizational restructuring. The move aims to resolve internal conflicts and restore the party's core principles.
Akal Lamp Prices Up 10% for Karthigai Deepam Festival
Despite a 10% price hike due to clay scarcity and rising costs, demand for traditional akal lamps surges for Karthigai Deepam in Salem region. Potters seek government support to revive the declining industry.
Row Over Rahul Gandhi Bringing Dog Into Parliament Premises
Rahul Gandhi's pet dog stirs controversy in Parliament. Lok Sabha Secretariat clarifies rules, sparking debate on pet policies for MPs. Read the full story.
Rajasthan CS Directs Officials on 'Maximum Governance' Plan
Chief Secretary V Srinivas directs officials to craft a citizen-centric action plan for 'Developed Rajasthan-2047', focusing on transparency and efficient service delivery. Learn about the state's new governance vision.
Bihar Raj Bhavan renamed 'Lok Bhavan'
Patna's historic Raj Bhavan is now Bihar Lok Bhavan, following a central directive to replace colonial-era names. The 1916 building's new identity sparks debate on symbolism vs. substance.
350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur Concludes
A historic 9-day event marking Guru Tegh Bahadur's 350th martyrdom anniversary concluded at Anandpur Sahib with spiritual ceremonies and cultural programs. Discover the significance of this tribute to the ninth Sikh Guru.
Jalandhar Minor Rape Case: Akal Takht Jathedar Demands Justice
Akal Takht acting jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargaj visited the family of 13-year-old sexual assault victim in Jalandhar. He demanded death penalty for accused and condemned police negligence. Read full story.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's Surprise Secretariat Check
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar conducted a surprise inspection at Patna's Chief Secretariat, checking attendance and work efficiency. Watch the viral video now!
Akal Academy Observes Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day
Akal Academies across India commemorated Guru Tegh Bahadur's supreme sacrifice with solemn ceremonies and student activities, reinforcing values of religious freedom and courage.
SGPC Polls Delay Prompts Stir Threat from Jathedar
Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh warns of agitation if SGPC elections are further delayed. Key Sikh leaders demand democratic process.
Political Rifts Overshadow Guru Teg Bahadur Martyrdom Anniversary
The 350th anniversary of Guru Teg Bahadur's martyrdom was overshadowed by political sparring between SGPC, AAP govt & DSGMC, leading to separate functions & missed unity. Read the full analysis.
Guru Tegh Bahadur's 350th martyrdom anniversary observed
Thousands gather at Sikh holy sites for Guru Tegh Bahadur's 350th martyrdom anniversary. Akal Takht Jathedar criticizes governments over Sikh rights and prisoner releases. Read full coverage.
Akal Takht, SGPC oppose Centre's Chandigarh proposal
Akal Takht Jathedar and SGPC strongly condemn central government's proposal to acquire Chandigarh's EVPL land. Religious leaders call it anti-Sikh move demanding immediate withdrawal.
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