By Gurmukh Singh | Opinion | Recently, when approached about a Sikh court in the UK, I felt uneasy about the concept. While the community sewa aspect of this initiative in a Sikhi spirit is appreciated, the underlying doubt and principle from a Sikh perspective seem to be the same as for religious courts and tribunals. There should be one legal system in a country albeit, which takes into account the needs of a plural society. A seminar in January, 2009 explored Religious Courts and Tribunals, with particular reference to the Arbitration Act. A Sikh view was asked for and given. Despite ..read more

SARDAR JASWANT SINGH (SENTI) S/O LATE SARDAR INDER SINGH (1955 – 2024) Buntong, Ipoh It’s with deep sorrow to inform the passing of our beloved, Sardar Jaswant Singh on 18th April 2024. Brother of Gurbachan Singh, Kaka (Khalsa Food Caterers, Ipoh) Leaving behind beloved, Wife: Madam Balbir Kaur Children & Spouses:Premjit Singh & Ishvinder Kaur Hardeesh Kaur & Bolaji John Olatunbosun (Australia) Kiranjeet Singh & Neeta Lal Grandchildren:Jesshania Kaur, Dheeraj Singh, Ervinder Singh, Jasleen Kaur, Ranesh Raj Singh & Vikhraj Singh All brothers, sisters, nephews & nieces SA ..read more

Singapore former president Halimah Yacob having Langgar at Khalsa Dharmak Sabha gurdwara sahib on April 14, 2024, when she joined the Vaiskahi celebration – Photo: Facebook By Asia Samachar | Singapore | Singapore former president Halimah Yacob joined the Vaisakhi celebrating with a visit to Khalsa Dharmak Sabha gurdwara sahib on Sunday (April 14). “The Sikh community in Singapore is small but has made significant contributions and is a cohesive society strongly preserving its culture, religion and language, and is a valuable member in inter-faith efforts. Also tried my hand at ..read more

By Gurnam Singh | Opinion | Ancient spiritual practices associated with chanting and meditation are being re-evaluated in the present age through the lens of secularity and modern science. In doing so, we are seeing the emergence of strong evidence demonstrably linking these practices to measurable psycho-social benefits such as stress reduction, improved cognitive function and the nurturing a more compassionate society. Through a Sikhi lens, this article explores the practices of chanting and silence which feature in most religious traditions. In doing so it and sets out how Sikhi offer ..read more

ਜੇਹਾ ਚੀਰੀ ਲਿਖਿਆ ਤੇਹਾ ਹੁਕਮੁ ਕਮਾਹਿ ॥ ਘਲੇ ਆਵਹਿ ਨਾਨਕਾ ਸਦੇ ਉਠੀ ਜਾਹਿ ॥੧॥ SDR. GAGDISH SINGH (JK) S/O LATE SDR MOHAN SINGH It is with deep sorrow we inform that Sdr. Gagdish Singh s/o Late Sdr Mohan Singh has returned to His heavenly abode on Tuesday, 16 April 2024. Leaving behind : Wife: Mdm. Kiran Kaur d/o Late Sdr. Darshan Singh Son: Rajdave Singh Daughters: Karishma Kaur and Harsonia Kaur SASKAAR / CREMATION Wednesday, 17 April 2024 10.00am onwards: Last respect at residence followed by Sukhmani Sahib Path at Residence. 1.30pm: Cortege leaves 2.30pm: Cremation at Hindu Crematorium, Serendah Hous ..read more

SARDAR TARA SINGH GILL @ AWTAR SINGH S/O LATE SARDAR BACHAN SINGH (CHUGAWA, MOGA) & LATE MATA HARNAM KAUR 30.6.1938 – 15.4.2024 (Formerly from Kampung Pasir, Setapak) Friends and family, it is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that we share news of our beloved father, Sardar Tara Singh’s Gill passing on the 15th April 2024. A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered. He fought a mighty battle and now is in peace. Wife: Sardarni Charn Kaur CHILDREN AND SPOUSESSavinder Kaur / Daljit Singh Karamjit Singh / Jaswant Kaur Bhupinder Kaur / Late Sardar Jaspal Singh Jagj ..read more

First Mithi Yaad SARDAR NARPAL SINGH MANGAT S/O LATE PURAN SINGH MANGAT Air Panas, Setapak Village: Abhipur; District: Ropar His life was a blessing, his memory a precious treasure. We loved him beyond words and miss beyond measure. Leaving Behind: Wife: Mahinder Kaur (Mindy) Children / Spouse:Manjit Singh / Harwin Kaur Gurdev Singh Grandchildren: Gurveer Singh, Harleen Kaur PATH DA BHOG: 20th April 202410am – 12pm Gurdwara Sahib Main Duab, Kuala Lumpur For further details please contact: Manjit Singh – 012-9253392 Gurdev Singh – 019-6974520 Sarjit Singh – 012-2050240 Link to posting at  ..read more

Dewan Rakyat deputy speaker Ramli Mohd Nor (seated, 2nd from left) visits Tatt Khalsa for Vaisakhi 2024. He is flanked by Tatt Khalsa Diwan Selangor VPs Gurdarshan Singh Chahal (white kurta) and Harbans Singh Kaleke, and other members – Photo: TKDS By Asia Samachar | Malaysia | Dewan Rakyat deputy speaker Ramli Mohd Nor, who visited the Gurdwara Sahib Tatt Khalsa in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday (April 13), said the Sikh community had a made significant contribution to the development of Malaysia. “Among the community that I cherish, who made me who I am now, with education, are the ..read more

AWBTAR SINGH HARBACHAN SINGH What comes may, Time and hour passes through the roughest day. Awbtar was born in 1958 and was the fourth of 6 siblings. He was always good with numbers and mechanics. He acquired a good sense of responsibility from very early in life. Apart from being responsible, he was also very hardworking. He had a wonderful personality and was liked by many. Nephews and nieces adored him for his jovial nature and his story telling. Others found him to be kind and soft spoken. He was generally quiet but with a good sense of humor. Sadly, he is no more with us. He left us on 13 ..read more

Akhand Path ending ceremony at CST, child taking part in turban booth – Photo: CSGB Some 300 people, mostly non-Sikhs, attended the performance titled ‘Journey into the Motherland’ at the Esplanade which showcased various music styles in Sikh Kirtan ranging from North Indian classical, Punjabi folk, Bir Ras and Qawalli styles. Attendees were also hosted to a Langgar experience at the Esplanade with food items brought in by Silat Road Sikh Temple. Photo showing Kirtan by Gurmat Sangeet Academy students, alumni and teachers. The Akhand Path for Vaisakhi 2024 at the Central Sikh Temple (CST) saw ..read more