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Topic: Sikhism

Sikh apex body demands reopening of Kartarpur Corridor, also calls on govt to bring in AI regulation

SGPC passes Rs 1,487-crore budget, annual spend rises 7.28 percent over previous year.

Islam dominated searches, Christianity influenced social media. Study shows influence online

A December 2025 study examining the influence of religion on the internet revealed that belief systems are shaping digital conversations and curiosity.

Who was Kushal Singh Dahiya, in whose honour Haryana is planning a grand martyrdom anniversary event

Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini will be the chief guest on 14 November, when Saini govt will observe 350th Balidaan Diwas (Martyrdom Day) of Kushal Singh Dahiya in Sonipat district.

With 3rd bill in 9 years, Punjab renews push for tougher sacrilege law. What’s different this time

Punjab’s move to bring in stricter legislation was triggered by a series of incidents of sacrilege of the Guru Granth Sahib in 2015.

Vaisakhi is a season of longing, liberation, and a spiritual uprising against caste oppression

Today, Vaisakhi is celebrated with langar, processions, and fairs. But its real spirit lies in asking ourselves: Are we still brave enough to become Khalsa?

Guru Granth Sahib flown from Delhi to Hong Kong business class. Entire section booked for sewa

In a social media post that has gone viral, the physical copies or saroops can be seen placed on seats in business class, while a few individuals including crew perform sewa.

Trudeau is nursing snakes in his own backyard. Misguided Sikhs in Canada are losing the plot

By turning a blind eye to the snakes in his own backyard, Trudeau is setting the stage for a disaster of epic proportions for his country, his people, and the world at large.

Is caste now an undeniable part of Sikhism? New paper by JNU professor sheds light

Paper by Surinder Jodhka was published in Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute and explores tension between Sikhism’s foundational principles and prevalence of caste.

Uniting factions to excommunicating top leaders, how Akal Takht has played arbiter in Punjab politics

This is not the first time the Sikh body, which has indicted Sukhbir Badal for religious misconduct, is dealing with factionalism in the Akali Dal or intervening in political matters.

From Maharaja Ranjit Singh to Sukhbir Badal, who are ‘tankhaiyas’ & how they atone for sins

Akali chief has joined long list of people declared ‘sinners’ by Akal Takht. They are expected to accept humbling punishments; some who refused to repent have been excommunicated.

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The math behind India’s elections—Why proximity matters

It is one of the most consistent findings in electoral politics: voters are more likely to support candidates who come from their local area.

US ends oil waivers but Russian crude flows to India ‘likely to remain steady’ amid Hormuz disruption

India will need to recalibrate crude sourcing strategy as US ends waivers for Russian & Iranian oil, energy experts say. But Russian crude will likely remain central to energy basket.

Why Siliguri Corridor is strategically important for India & how it is being secured | Cut The Clutter

This special edition of Cut The Clutter, straight from the Siliguri corridor, details the strategic importance of the narrow strip of land in West Bengal, and how it’s a vital link connecting the Northeast to the rest of India.

The world’s in a flux. India must reform, consolidate & build a strong economy

We now live in a world order that will keep shifting. India must use this window. This also means we remain disciplined enough not to be knee-jerked into reacting to what Pakistan sees as its moment in the sun.