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That Indians have migrated far and wide for economic opportunities is well known. Yet, stories about specific communities of Indians making a home in a distant part of the world seem to have an enduring appeal.

One measure of their presence was the inauguration last month of the Gurduwara Sri Guru Kalgidhar Sahib, touted as the largest Sikh temple in Continental Europe.

For every Sikh the essence of this is instilled within them by the teachings of Guru Nanak. It is this very principle that is motivating a few Khalsa Aid volunteers from West London to raise funds for the forgotten gems of the Sikh Panth.

What has kabaddi got to do with the Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) elections, popularly known as the mini parliament of Sikhs?

Following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, Sikh Americans faced many of the same discriminatory conditions as Muslims and Arab Americans. Because of their distinct appearance, they were visible targets of violence and harassment.

FBI agents participating in an outreach workshop had hoped to improve their relationship with Seattle's Muslim, Arab, East African and Sikh communities, but ended up offending some participants.

As part of the Modern and Contemporary South Asian Art including Indian Miniature Paintings. Many miniatures are on sale including depictions from the Ramayan and other Indian themes. As part of this sale, Sothebys is to auction the sale of Sikh paintings in New York City on Thursday,15 September, 2011.