Although not all of them were prize winners this year, some films stood out in my mind for very particular reasons
When, in 1838, Britain and Afghanistan shared a common enemy in the ambitiously expansionist Russians, a strong Anglo-Afghan alliance appeared to be a distinct reality.
The multi-faith event was a fantastic success. A real highlight was Sikh storyteller Roop Singh who managed to captivate the hearts and imaginations of all present with his enigmatic storytelling.
In what is seen as a landmark civil rights victory for the Sikh community, the US government has allowed Sikhs to serve as federal security officers while keeping their turbans and beards.
Yuba City, known as the first Punjabi village in the US, is all set for the annual Sikh Parade next week.
One of the most iconic symbols of Ranjit Singh’s kingdom is the golden throne, now safely housed in London’s V&A museum.
Some believe divorce has no place in Sikh religion while others believe if a mistake has been made there is no harm in rectifying it and take recourse to civil law. However what takes the cake is divorce in presence of Guru Granth Sahib!
When Ajaypal Singh was 4, she memorized her first prayer. Eight years later, at the historic Sikh temple in south Stockton on Saturday, the Fremont girl recited 18 prayers from memory; it took half an hour.
A very devoted Sikh boy in the langar hall once asked me the meaning of Vahiguru and I had to conjure my thoughts for an explanation.