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How SGPC, the ‘mini parliament of Sikhs’, conducts elections & its inextricable link to Punjab politics

The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee has not held an election in 13 years. Last date for voter registration was earlier this month extended for the 6th time, till 15 December.

Why Harjinder Dhami re-election as SGPC chief is boost for Sukhbir Badal & his beleaguered Akali Dal

Election was crucial for Akalis, as it took place amid tensions with Akal Takht, the highest temporal body of Sikhs, that works in close administrative contact with SGPC.

Jathedar’s resignation fuels simmering tension between SAD & Akal Takht. CM Mann ups the ante

While SGPC rejected resignation of Takht Damdama Sahib jathedar Giani Harpreet, row comes soon after Sukhbil Badal was declared a 'tankhaiya' by Akal Takht, highest temporal body of Sikhs.

Takht Damdama Sahib jathedar quits, Akal Takht jathedar directs SGPC not to accept resignation

Development came a day after Akal Takht jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh issued directives to expel Valtoha from SAD after finding him ‘guilty of character assassination’ of Sikh clergy.

Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency called ‘anti-Sikh’ not just by SGPC. Even BJP members oppose it

In a movie about the Emergency, which lasted for 21 months between 1975 and 1977, many are curious why the trailer chose to highlight the Sikh issue that rose only much later.

Sikh man ‘assaulted’ in Kaithal, called ‘Khalistani’. Attackers threatened to ‘remind him of 1984’

SGPC says incident has hurt sentiments of Sikhs & urges Haryana govt to take matter seriously. No arrests have been made so far.

Why Punjab town defied Akal Takht call to boycott last rites of 19-yr-old ‘sacrilege’ accused

On 4 May, Bakshish Singh was lynched by mob for tearing page from Guru Granth Sahib at local gurdwara. Family claims act ‘unintentional’ & 19-yr-old was battling mental health issues.

As sehajdharis push for voting rights in SGPC polls, a look at Sikh subgroups & issues around them

Declining number of registered voters for SGPC polls, scheduled for later this year, has given fresh impetus to traditionally excluded Sehajdhari Sikhs' demand for voting rights.

SGPC rues PMO rebuff to release of ‘Bandi Singhs’, reiterates cause amid declining electorate

Sikh body regrets govt's 'negative attitude' towards Akal Takht panel, which is seeking release of 'Bandi Singhs' jailed during militancy in 1980s-1990s & incarcerated for decades.

Sehajdhari Sikhs push for SGPC voting rights ahead of LS polls. ‘Hopeful as SAD & BJP no longer allies’

An amendment to Sikh Gurdwara Act 1925, a central law, barred sehajdharis from voting in SGPC polls. It was challenged by Sehajdhari Sikh Party in 2017 in HC, where case is still pending.

On Camera

Ghafoor is a jungle call. The Bads of Bollywood song is a war cry for partygoers

While we roll our eyes at the lyrical disaster of Ghafoor, the beat drops, and suddenly we are nodding our heads like we have discovered the anthem of the season.

Market regulator SEBI clears Adani Group of impropriety alleged by Hindenburg Research

SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.

With MiG-21’s exit, India’s squadron strength hits 6-decade low. What are IAF’s plans for the Tejas

While the IAF remains committed to the Tejas programme and has placed orders for 180 Tejas Mk1A, the force is eagerly waiting for the Tejas Mk 2 version.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.