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The members of Sikh community from around the world Wednesday observed 172nd death anniversary of first Sikh emperor of greater Punjab, late Maharaja Ranjit Singh and paid rich tributes to him. The mount of Maharaja Ranjit Singh is located in the complex of Gurdwara Dera Sahib.

Gurpreet's death came the same day as President Obama's announcement that, beginning next month, the U.S. would begin a drawdown of troops in Afghanistan toward a goal of 33,000 service men and women pulled out by the end of 2012.

"The United Sikhs visit to the Port Isabel Detention Center was a blessing to both the detainees and staff members of the detention center. Your visit let the detainees know that they are valued and respected and not alone, thank you so very much. Additional thanks for providing religious items to help them practice their religion. Wearing and using the items not only provides them with a connection to the divine, but also reminds them of their connection to the greater Sikh community.

Toronto is abuzz. This weekend the IIFA [International Indian Film Academy] awards are being held in Toronto to many a South Asian’s delight. We are, however, delighted about Toronto for another reason. This weekend, The Sikh Activist Network will be hosting When Lions Roar 3 – a night of hip hop, poetry, R&B and other art to remember the events of 1984.

The Pride festivities in NYC were a little different this year since they came just after state lawmakers voted in favor of legalizing gay marriage in New York last week. While some Sikhs (and Sikh institutions) have been outspoken about their opposition to allowing same-sex couples to marry,...

“The courses in religious studies are run completely free of cost. We provide education, training, clothes, lodging and food to the students. Former Jathedar Akal Takht Giani Joginder Singh Vedanti is the patron of this institute and he comes to teach the students three times a week.

Scientists, health workers and community outreach officials in India believe they're finally on the cusp of a major milestone, the defeat of polio throughout the country.