Afghanistan's once-thriving Sikh community is dwindling fast as many choose to leave the country of their birth to escape what they say is growing intolerance and discrimination.
News: Afghanistan's Sikhs Feel Alienated, Pressured to Leave
News: Ministry Allows Turbans & Beards For Students
Earlier this year, three Sikh students in Muar, Wangsa Maju and Seremban were told by their school heads to shave their facial hair or have disciplinary action taken against them, including expulsion.
News: I’m a Sikh with Depression
But, at the same time I realize that we cannot break the silence and stigma around mental health without bringing attention to it, talking about it, and personalizing it. So, this is my attempt to help others.
Kaur Life
It is infused with gurmat and tailored for young Kaurs (Sikh women). Kaur Life hopes to be a space where Kaurs can express their ideas, share stories, and learn more about their Sikh culture to empower themselves.
News: A Scotsman’s Account on Sikhs ~ Book Extracts
The extract from the above book relating to Sikhs is produced for general reference and for readers to draw their own conclusion. This short extract can be an addition to the 18th century European accounts on Sikhs.
Inderjeet Singh
The author is based in Nottingham, UK and is passionate about Punjab and Sikh history. He is member of Institute of Sikh Studies, Chandigarh and regularly writes for them and Sikhnet.
News: Singh Turns £5k £225m
Mr Singh takes a simple approach to business, once saying: "My philosophy is that the customer is always right, even when he is wrong."
News: Anand Karaj: Prep Advice
From the moment you get engaged (or even before that), it seems everyone has some wedding advice to share. A lot of these tips are helpful!
News: Bhagat Maalaa ~ Part II - Bhagat Angra Ji and Bhagat Bidar
"All night he sang the praises of the Lord, but you, all you do is slander others and listen to slander. You envy others, who are better than you!"
Harjinder Singh Khalsa
I have translated the stories from the Aadh Guru Granth Bhagat Maala into English & have worked on a number of other articles exploring Gurbaani, Sikh history and the Sikh Gurus. My mission is to spread and share the Divine Universal message contained within Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji.
News: ‘Indian Classical Music Is Powerful In Therapeutic Processes’
He has been using music to help heal trauma-afflicted people such as war veterans and children. Osborne was in India recently to advise the Indian Head Injury Foundation in Jodhpur on using music for rehabilitation.
News: The Squat is the Perfect Analogy for Life
It's about standing back up after something heavy takes you down. Problems are like adding more and more weight into squat rod to make it like impossible to lift.
News: Too Much Sitting May Lead To Disease & Death
The bottom line is this: exercise is a necessary tool to stay healthy - but it is not enough. You’ve got to spend less time sitting as well. So just as you set goals to fit in your exercise routine everyday, make a commitment to sit less as well.
Dr. Soram Singh Khalsa, M.D.
Dr. Soram Khalsa is an internist in Beverly Hills, California and is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He received his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. He specializes in Internal Medicine and Integrative Medicine combining diet, nutrition, acupuncture, herbs and nutrition.
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