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TopicShiromani Akali Dal

Topic: Shiromani Akali Dal

Sukhbir Singh Badal dodged a gunman—the real threat is the Akal Takht’s verdict

In Punjab, where religion and politics are inseparable, the Akal Takht’s actions this week are a powerful reminder of who holds ultimate authority.

SAD leader Sukhbir Singh Badal continues ‘seva’ at Golden Temple after assassination attempt

Badal is serving out a 'religious sentence' by the by the Akal Takht for 'mistakes' made by his Shiromani Akali Dal govt.

‘Hardliner with old grudge against Badals’ moderate stance’—how senior Punjab cops see Sukbhir’s attacker

Punjab Police officers describe the attempt on Sukhbir Badal's life as a new phase in the decades-long 'moderates versus radicals' battle within the Sikh community.

Day after assassination attempt, SAD leader Sukhbir Badal performs ‘seva’ at Anandpur Sahib Gurdwara

Security has been heightened at Takhat Sri Kesgarh Sahib in Anandpur Sahib following an attack on Badal at the Golden Temple in Amritsar Wednesday.

Hours before attack on Badal, Punjab cops got ‘intel on disruption at Golden Temple’, tightened security

While security had been increased because of the presence of Sukhbir Badal and other SAD leaders, police also had info about religious groups looking to disrupt law & order.

Watch CutTheClutter: Sacrilege, sin, sentencing & penance—Sikh clergy removes Badal, Akali Dal leaders

In Episode 1565 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta looks at instances of punishments meted out by Sikh clergy, SAD's electoral decline & what's next for the party in Punjab.

Punjab ex-dy CM Sukhbir Badal performs ‘sentry duty’ at Golden Temple as ‘atonement for sins’

Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Badal was ordered to perform ‘sentry duty’ and clean utensils at the shrine in Amritsar by Akal Takht as punishment for ‘sins’ against Sikh community.

What Sukhbir Singh Badal’s ‘submission’ before Akal Takht means for future of Akali Dal & his family

In a wheelchair, Badal sat on guard duty Tuesday outside Amritsar's Golden Temple. His punishment over 'anti-Sikh' decisions during the rule of the Akalis in Punjab will continue Wednesday.

Akal Takht takes reins of SAD. Badal sentenced to ‘guard’ Golden Temple, others to clean toilets

Announcing punishment for Sukhbir Badal, Jathedar accuses Akalis of ‘promoted Dera culture in Punjab’. Ex-head of Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee also declared ‘tankhaiya’.

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.

On Camera

Nodal officers to fast-tracking NOCs, Kerala govt’s heeding investor concerns, and it means business

As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.

Finnish giant ICEYE to build signature radar microsatellites in India, offers full control to govt

Company builds microsatellites that are smaller, faster, cheaper to produce. ICEYE will develop & launch micro-satellites, hand them over to India, which will have full control & sovereignty.

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.