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  1. The Forgotten Babbars Babbar Akali (Babbars) movement (1921-1925) By Harinder Singh Babbar Akali (Babbars) movement (1921-1925) was a radical outgrowth of the Akali movement for the reform of Gurduaras. The latter practiced non-violence of the strong to free Gurduaras from state-sponsored “priests” suffering physical injury and violence at the hands of the “priests” and government authority. Many Sikhs lost their lives at the Tarn Taran (Jan 1921) and Nankana Sahib (Feb 1921) incidents. In response emerged a secret group called Babbar Akalis, literally Immortal Lions. The secret campaign for the "reformation," a euphemism for liquidation of the jholichaks (lit. robe-bearers, i.e. British stooges and toadies), especially those who spied on the Babbar Akalis. Why did Kishan Singh raise a Chakarvarti group to fight under the Babbars? In his own affidavit, he cites because of “the arrest of S. Ajit Singh, demolition of the wall of Gurduara Rakab Ganj, the episode at Budge Budge port, Rowlatt Act, the bloody massacre of Jalianvala Bagh and the Martial Law.” Kishan Singh criticized and eventually resigned from the army to fight imperialism. And remarked: “The government has done countless oppressions in the Panjab. Much torture has been perpetrated in jails and many innocents have been thrown into prisons. People have been pressurized to make false evidential statements. Karam Singh Daulatpur had followed the footsteps of his elder Sikhs in eliminating the minions and sycophants. Sikh history reveals that reform is a must. It is a matter of shameful death for those who have turned approvers for selfish gains fearing repression...’’ Majority of the Babbars were returned immigrants from Canada. Some of them had actively participated in the Ghadar movement. The Babbars were initiated Sikhs who were against the British imperialist policies and didn’t approve of the Congress and Gandhi’s version of non-violence and noncooperation. More: https://sikhri.org/articles/the-forgotten-babbars
  2. Which Gurdwara ? He's not done a very good of recruiting if he has been caught like this. Story seems 'off' Nothing on google either
  3. Might be true for some sectors, but in this case I think you are looking for something which is not there. I know a lot of doctors, lawyers, pharmacists etc who are ethnic and came from working class background, but uncommon to see this in whites whose family have been in UK forever. I think what can help whites is that some might be better communicators compared to ethnics who grew up exposed to less English etc (not always). And, education is seen as 'not cool' by a lot of whites at school. Unless they go to a middle class/private school with like-minded offspring of well-to-do familieis Which job markets are you referring to ?
  4. Not from the movie, but thought you would like this...
  5. If referring to the UK, I don't know why it is but if a white person is born into a family that has no one who has gone to Uni, and/or long history of being poor , they are very unlikely to 'progress' or go into the the 'top' fields of business/law/science/medicine etc. This contrasts massively with some desis here, African blacks and some Eastern Europeans
  6. @shastarSingh @proactive and anyone else who knows what's happening at 'ground level' - what seems will be the outcome when results come ? Any ideas ?
  7. Have skimmed through the book after reading the first few chapters - it is in too much detail for me - I would have preferred an overview of what happened, but have learnt some interesting things Like this Anglo Sikh War Memorial From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anglo_Sikh_War_Memorial Jump to navigationJump to search Anglo-Sikh War Memorial Government of Punjab War memorial and museum at Ferozeshah For The Sikh soldiers of the First and Second Anglo-Sikh Wars Unveiled 1976 Location 30°51′46″N 74°49′00″ECoordinates: 30°51′46″N 74°49′00″E Ferozeshah, Firozpur district, Punjab, India near Firozpur Designed by H S Chopra The Punjab Government built Anglo-Sikh war memorial at Ferozeshah, Ferozepur at Moga Road. The memorial was built to honor the soldiers who died fighting against British army at Chillianwala on 13 January 1849; Sabhraon on 10 February 1846; Mudki on 18 December 1845; and Ferozeshah on 21–22 December 1845.[1][2][3] Contents 1Architect 2Memorial 3References 4External links Architect[edit] H S Chopra, the senior Architect of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana designed the three-storeyed Memorial near Sirhind feeder and on the banks of Rajasthan Canal of Ferozepur.[4][5] HS Chopra was guided by Dr. MS Randhawa, who was then the Vice Chancellor of the Ferozeshah memorial Committee Made by Punjab Government.[citation needed] LANDSCAPE design of the memorial was done by S Hari Singh Sandhu the then XEN Horticulture Punjab Agriculture University. Memorial[edit] The Memorial is in a plot of 2 hectares where one of the Anglo-Sikh war happened. The Ground floor of the memorial is 2 meters above the surrounding area.[1][5] The monument has collections of murals, portraits and paintings depicting battlefield made by renowned painters Jaswant Singh and Kirpal Singh.[6] The bronze carved quotes on Cunningham's history; the wars of Shah Mohammad; the Anglo-Sikh war weapons donated by the Punjab government from the Patiyala Museum, is displayed in the Memorial.[citation needed] @shastarSingh have you visited ?
  8. https://london-post.co.uk/demonstrating-the-power-of-grace-bhai-manvir-singh-is-a-force-of-nature/ Demonstrating the Power of Grace, Bhai Manvir Singh is a Force of Nature By Ldn-Post February 26, 2022 0 Share on Facebook Tweet on Twitter “This grace of God is a very great, strong, mighty, and active thing. It does not lie asleep in the soul. Grace hears, leads, drives, draws, changes, works all in man, and lets itself be distinctly felt and experienced. It is hidden, but its works are evident.” ― Martin Luther Being grateful is a feat that not many people can achieve as they keep wanting more from life, whether happiness, health, or possessions. It is key to be content with oneself no matter what and exercise gratitude. Bhai Manvir Singh UK is the power of grace to teach others to find their calling. Singh is a source of inspiration as he guides and mentors the young generation to find their calling in life. Bhai Manvir Singh UK is driven, motivated, and has been phenomenal when it comes to giving guidance. Born in 1985 in Oxfordshire, Singh is a British Sikh educator, researcher, faith consultant, and chaplain who has steadily endorsed that it is key to be calm and collected. Bhai Manvir Singh UK has extensively studied Sikh history and philosophies as a Gurbani artist and spiritual speaker. He has been following his vision to educate the next generation on the significance of being true and authentic. When people begin to exercise patience, they can be a force of nature which is vital in being successful. Some occurrences may make a person rethink their actions, but it is vital to have determination. Leading a fulfilled life “A dreamer will not stop having that dream until it has been fulfilled.” ― J. Wilson When Bhai Manvir Singh UK was young, he took his time to choose Sikhism wholeheartedly and would cut his hair but later on recognized that Kesh (unshorn hair) was what he wanted to embrace. Singh has been extraordinary when it comes to navigating adversities to find the path to success. When a person treads on the path to spirituality, they will lead a life full of harmony and serenity. Singh has extensively explored what he wants from life as he was hesitant about what he wanted to do concerning his religion. Singh has been encouraging young people who look up to him to seek inspiration from Sikhism. As there are a lot of challenges that a person may face throughout life, they should stay dedicated and enthusiastic about prospering in life. Singh has been steadily telling spiritual stories with an impactful lesson to support youngsters to become self-sufficient independent. Many individuals will stay with the feeling to continue being discontent with their lives. It is key to remain positive and challenge oneself to become remarkable as it enhances the overall look towards life. Singh has been outstanding in inspiring others and giving them the hope that there is a lot to look out for in the future. A promising and motivated individual can acquire a lot from Singh as he was uncertain about his calling in the past. When he was a child, Singh was doubtful concerning how he sought to navigate his life. With determination and the capability to be independent, Singh has been perfect when showing the younger generation the right path to success and achieving their dreams. If a person faces turmoil, they should be patient and believe in the power of Sikhism. It is all about endurance and being aware of the surroundings. Sometimes people will feel that all they have done does not hold any value, and to curb that, one needs to exercise poise and have confidence in their capacity to succeed. Singh has been consistent in finding and pursuing spirituality and has been an exceptional illustration of persistency. Transform the thoughts, success will follow “It’s only after you’ve stepped outside your comfort zone that you begin to change, grow, and transform.” ― Roy T. Bennett Being optimistic may seem tough when faced with challenges, but it is key to practice being positive. By transforming the thoughts, a person will be able to see what they are missing out on. Singh wanted to be enlightened and learn in an academic setting. Singh has studied Philosophy and Religious Studies from the Associateship of King’s College (AKC). He has finished his MPhil Sikh Studies from PGCE Secondary Education (Religious Education). As of 2021, Bhai Manvir Singh UK is studying MPA in Faith Leadership. When Singh was growing up, there were not many children who would be Keshdari, and Singh felt that he should suit. Singh reminisced that he always liked to adorn the Pagh (turban), making him feel a sense of belonging and purpose. With his father’s support, Singh would wear the Pagh and attend the talks of the preachers at the Gurdwara Sahib. While he was a teenager, Singh would cut his hair which made him feel unfulfilled. Singh commenced his life of being dedicated to the teachings of Guru Nanak. When a person decides to exercise spirituality, they feel contentment and joy, leading to victory. Spirituality is all about seeking the true meaning of life, permitting people to see a simpler version of their inner challenges. Singh has been a speaker at Khalsa Camps worldwide, and in 2020 he was honoured by World Sikh Parliament. In 2009 Singh published a thesis, ‘An ethnographic study of the concept and development of the Gurdwara in the UK.‘ In June 2020, he authored a contemporary contextual translation with supplementary notes and an explanation of the Sikh Rehat Maryada. There are times when individuals lack someone to guide them in living a fulfilled life based on the ancient tried and tested wisdom of the Sikh Gurus. For such moments, the Sikh Rehat Maryada explanation book written by Bhai Manvir Singh UK helps to empower the individual to seek wisdom and bring knowledge to themselves. Being a ray of hope, Singh has mentored hundreds of individuals to reclaim their lives and find spirituality. He has been extraordinary and is a sheer example of grace and humility.
  9. @proudkaur21 @Kau89r8 and anyone else, what you think of this story? https://www.desiblitz.com/content/married-man-convicted-of-stalking-tennis-star-emma-raducanuSIAN > UK & WORLD Married Man convicted of Stalking Tennis Star Emma Raducanu A 35-year-old married man from London has been convicted of stalking 19-year-old British tennis player Emma Raducanu. February 23, 2022 By DHIREN MANGA “23 miles walked for you!” Amrit Magar, aged 35, of Harrow, London, was convicted of stalking British tennis player Emma Raducanu. Bromley Magistrates Court heard that he visited the 19-year-old’s family home on three separate occasions, loitered outside, left unwanted gifts and stole property from the porch. Former Amazon delivery driver Magar had become obsessed with Miss Raducanu after watching her matches. He had targeted the US Open champion while he was unemployed. Nepali-origin Magar travelled to Bromley where the tennis player lives with her parents, Ian and Renee, and asked strangers for directions to her home. In November 2021, he turned up at her home with flowers and a note signed by him, with his wife’s name, Bina, and their dog’s name, Logan, also written at the bottom. The note read: “Nothing to say, but you deserve love.” Magar was confronted by her parents but claimed he was delivering gifts sent by someone else. In December, he posted a red envelope with a hand-drawn map of his journey on foot from Edgeware. Next to the map was written: “23 miles walked for you!” On December 4, Magar decorated a tree in Miss Raducanu’s front garden with Christmas lights. He then stole a trainer from the porch, believing it belonged to Emma Raducanu. He later told police he wanted a “souvenir”. But it belonged to her father who recognised Magar from doorbell camera footage. He followed Magar to his car while informing the police. Magar was subsequently arrested. Magar was convicted of stalking Emma Raducanu between November 1 and December 4, 2021. Speaking to officers over the phone in January 2022 while she was in Melbourne preparing for the Australian Open, Miss Raducanu had said: “Since all this has happened, I have felt creeped out. I feel very apprehensive if I go out, especially if I am on my own. “Because of this, I feel like my freedom has been taken away from me. I am constantly looking over my shoulder. “I feel on edge and worried this could happen again. The teenager also said she was stressed by the prospect of the public finding out she had a stalker. She added: “I want to move to a new house with better security because I am worried he might come back as he knows where my home is.” Her father Ian said he is “very worried about his daughter’s safety and security and concerned the man may want revenge” because he called the police. He added that the incident highlighted “how exposed they are as a family and how easy it is to find where she lives”. Seval Dunn, defending, said: “He appears to me to be a fairly mild-mannered man. “He has assured me nothing of this nature will ever happen again. He assured me he did not wish for Miss Raducanu to suffer in the way she describes suffering.” District Judge Sushil Kumar told Magar: There was some degree of planning, not least shown by the fact you walked 23 miles to attend Magar was sentenced to an 18-month community order, which requires him to complete 200 hours of unpaid work and follow an eight-week curfew between 9 pm and 6 am. This will be monitored by an electronic tag. He must pay £500 in costs and a £95 victim surcharge.
  10. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-10554847/Is-NHS-carrying-thousands-unnecessary-circumcisions-teenage-boys.html Is the NHS carrying out thousands of unnecessary circumcisions on teenage boys? New report shows irreversible surgery is carried out 10,000 times per year Surgeons at Liverpool NHS trust say less invasive measures should be sought Official report claims more than half of annual circumcisions were unnecessary Up to half of boys undergoing procedure at some trusts were under age of five By ETHAN ENNALS FOR THE MAIL ON SUNDAY PUBLISHED: 22:00, 26 February 2022 | UPDATED: 22:04, 26 February 2022 View comments Boys and young men are being circumcised unnecessarily by the NHS, risking sexual problems in later life, doctors at one of Britain's leading children's hospitals have warned. Surgeons at Alder Hey Children's NHS Trust, Liverpool, have broken ranks and criticised surgeons who offer the operation on medical grounds – suggesting they should be looking for less invasive alternatives. In an official report, the hospital's leading paediatric surgeon, Professor Simon Kenny, claims that more than half of the 9,500 circumcisions carried out for medical reasons each year in the UK should never have happened............... Surveys suggest two per cent of men in the UK have been circumcised for medical reasons. In America, however, more than three-quarters of men are circumcised, usually in infancy, and while rates have been falling in recent decades – currently fewer than 60 per cent of baby boys in the US undergo the surgery compared with nearly 80 per cent in the 1990s – it remains a much debated topic. The American Academy of Pediatrics maintains that circumcision is beneficial, on medical grounds, because some studies suggest it reduces the risk of HIV infection, urinary tract infection and penile cancer.
  11. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/index.html Outrage as primary school invites drag queen Dolly Trolley to dance in front of nine-year-olds Hollymount Primary School (top right) in Raynes Park, South London, hosted the burlesque entertainer Dolly Trolley (pictured left, inset and bottom right) during its 'This Is Me' day last Tuesday as part of a week-long celebration of diversity. Wearing knee-high leather boots and a low-cut sequined dress, Dolly Trolley taught a dance to pupils aged nine and over before reading to pupils aged five to nine. Parents voiced their anger after learning of the drag queen's visit when their children returned from school, with some taking to the popular online forum Mumsnet to express their concerns. One mother, with a son and daughter at Hollymount, told The Mail on Sunday: 'We are usually told when an outsider will be visiting the school, but on this occasion we were not. My daughter said she felt weird and didn't like it. She said a lot of the teachers were pulling funny faces when Dolly came out in a very revealing short beaded dress and thigh-high black leather boots. After the show, Dolly went around to the other year groups and read stories. We've spoken to both our children and they both said their friends all thought it was weird and inappropriate for their age.' A poll on Mumsnet found that 87 per cent of almost 3,000 respondents regarded the drag queen's appearance at a primary school as 'inappropriate
  12. Iqbaal, Amar and other names which are shared by Muslims and Sikhs I have always found people named 'Kabul Singh' or 'Kashmira Singh/Kaur' or even 'Panjab Kaur' funny names
  13. 100% I think also it's beneficial for boys and girls to grow up with at least two or three siblings like most Muslims do
  14. Any non-Muslim girls going there would potentially be 'easy pickings' for grooming. @S1nghwhy did AP Dhillon proceed with this concert given the current situation in Panjab?
  15. A problem with what I suggested that would make us cautious, is that a minority of any such 'converts' could be agents in disguise
  16. Sikhi would be a good alternative for some of them if they wanted a change. And it's been said before here that given the cultural connections, Pakistanis who are not happy could get into Sikhi easily.
  17. The guy looks like a Pak, and his mates too ? Wearing Kara ?
  18. @proudkaur21 Kelowna Police attend temple protest Rob Gibson - Feb 23, 2022 / 2:05 pm | Story: 360938 Photo: Contributed Police have been called to the Okanagan Sikh Temple multiple time in recent days over a dispute between a group of international students and the temple. Punjabi actor/lawyer and activist Deep Sidhu died in a car crash on Feb. 15, leading to the group of students to show up at the temple in Rutland on Feb. 19 to hold a vigil. Videos posted to social media show a group of people angrily leaving the temple, while another shows the RCMP on scene while protesters rally outside. RCMP say they were called to the temple on Feb. 19 and 20, leading to a later protest on Feb. 20. "There were approximately 100 protestors in attendance. Officers spoke with the complainant and the group who was protesting. Officers remained on scene to keep the peace. The protest lasted approximately three hours," says RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Tammy Lobb. RCMP says the event was peaceful and there were no arrests or incidents related to the protest. The secretary for the Okanagan Sikh Temple, Andy Sandhu, says the temple does not permit candlelight vigils, and after speaking with its membership, they decided against allowing the event to take place at the temple. "When something is controversial, such as this, we share that information," Sandhu said, adding the congregation supports the decision completely. "We pray and we read our holy book but the temple was closed and a whole bunch of people (showed up). This is not the way to do things. They were calling us names, that's when we called the RCMP," Sandhu says. One of the organizers of the event indicates they were kicked out of the temple because it is private property, "all (we) wanted to do was have a tribute an Indian hero, Deep Sidhu." Andy Sandhu says the temple is a place of worship, "this is not the place for grievance. If they are unhappy with the Indian government they can go to the Consul General of India." Sandhu believes things have cooled down since the tensions boiled over on the weekend, but he feels intimidated, "we did nothing wrong." "We welcome them. They used to come, eat and serve and pray (at the temple) and the doors are still open for them."
  19. https://www.sikhcoalition.org/press-release/sikh-coalition-calls-for-investigation-into-bias-motivated-attack-and-broader-pattern-of-bullying-at-indiana-high-school/ Sikh Coalition Calls for Investigation into Bias-Motivated Attack and Broader Pattern of Bullying at Indiana High School February 25, 2022 (Whiteland, IN) -- The Sikh Coalition has been retained to provide free legal support to a high school senior at Whiteland Community High School (WCHS) in Whiteland, Indiana. Our client (who remains anonymous to protect his privacy) was recently the victim of severe bias-motivated harassment and physical assault. On Wednesday, February 23, a group of students began filming our client and other Punjabi students eating lunch in the cafeteria, making statements including “Why do you wear these turbans” and “Why are you here?” After our client tried to prevent them from filming, several students proceeded to assault him: they punched and kicked him, including by specifically knocking his turban off of his head, and made bigoted remarks about his turban and race throughout the assault. Social media screenshots from after the attack confirm that the attackers were bragging about their long-term hostility towards "the Indians,” that they were able to knock our client’s turban off, and their plans to instigate this assault. Our client was sent to the school nurse for injuries sustained during the incident. He was then suspended for five days for ‘getting in a fight.’ He is not prepared to speak publicly at this time, but he did share the following statement with the Sikh Coalition: “I am shaken by what happened to me, and frustrated that I am being punished for being targeted and beaten. To attack another person’s faith--to strike at my turban--is completely unacceptable. No one should have to face that threat anywhere, let alone at school.” As a leading civil rights organization that has worked to combat bias, backlash, and discrimination in schools for over two decades, the Sikh Coalition recognizes the important role that school administrators and staff serve in enforcing standards of conduct that protect all students. Based on our client’s experience and accounts from additional students and others in the community, it seems clear that there is a broad failure at WCHS with respect to bias-based bullying. Aside from justice in this particular case, the Sikh Coalition is calling for a wider examination of how WCHS officials handle these kinds of issues. “We believe there is a pattern of bullying Punjabi Sikh students--especially those wearing turbans--that has gone unaddressed by WCHS administrators,” said Amrith Kaur Aakre (she/her), Sikh Coalition Legal Director. “We expect officials from the school to address this concern, rescind our client’s suspension and provide him with tutoring for the instruction he has now missed, and share a plan for the safety of him and other students like him.” According to a 2014 survey by the Sikh Coalition, Sikh children who maintain their articles of faith (including turbans, other head coverings, and unshorn hair) are bullied at a rate of 67 percent--well over double the national average. For more than 20 years, our organization has provided pro bono legal support to Sikhs affected by hate and bigotry, including in severe bullying cases. We look forward to providing updates on this important case in the days ahead. Our client is not prepared to do interviews at this time, and we ask that everyone please respect his privacy. For more information about this case or our anti-bullying and legal support work more broadly, please email media@sikhcoalition.org.
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