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What does he mean by a “deluge of big data?” The spread of information technology is transforming the way public health is monitored and medicine is delivered – but Singh has a far more eloquent way of illustrating it.

Over four days, from 18-21 October, Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI), in partnership with local Sikh organizations in the UK, presented a variety of seminars around London and Leicester, attracting more than 400 attendees over the course of the tour. The topics covered were tailored to the experiences and interests of UK Sikhs.

Now more than 25 Sikh families call the Queen of Arabian Sea their home. A proof of that is the Gurudwara they built in Thevara. It is here that the faithful from all over the city congregate on important days in the Sikh calendar. Sitting on a 25-cent land, the Gurudwara has now become an easily recognizable landmark in the city.

So as the political class of Punjab debates the veracity of Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi’s comment that 7 out of 10 youngsters in Punjab are ‘into drugs’, satirist Jaspal Bhatti wrote on Twitter: “Why’s Akali Govt. angry at Rahul Gandhi? Is he trying 2 snatch the credit from them for making Punjab 70% drug addict?” (sic)

I could argue that over 500 years ago the Sikh Founder-Gurus offered the model of an egalitarian society that promised self-governance, transparency and accountability with freedom from racial, caste and gender stereotypes. I have to concede, though, that the practice often remains short of the teaching.

Ever since 1984 when the Indian government and its minions brought to life with a vengeance the fictional classic of George Orwell, Sikhs the world over have cringed at the propaganda machine of the Indian government...

True spiritual music touches everyone's spirit by uplifting the peace of mind, promoting harmonious living and most importantly, bringing internal happiness and self-contentment

Representing 25 different faiths, the movement has become a great vehicle for Sikh awareness among members of different faiths through their selfless seva of Langar.