A YouTube video posted by a Japanese high school teacher (nod to Karaminder for the link) describes the revelation that his students did not recognize racist attitudes within their own country or society, thinking of it as an “American” problem:
With little rest, the team started the strenuous upward journey to Joshimath of bringing food, water and first aid to over a thousand devotees.
The Sikh community of Calgary and the World Sikh Organization of Canada have been reaching out to serve in the aftermath of severe flooding in the city.
Sikhpoint, a newly revamped website focusing on Sikh lifestyle was launched on June 14, 2013. Sikhs across the world are familiar with Sikhpoint calendars that celebrate Sikh art and history, and over the years have become collector's items.
The Sikh Clergy is facing flak from several quarters for pursuing legal action against those who tattoo specific Sikh symbols and verses of the holy Gurbani on their body.
Dr. Rajwant Singh said, "This issue is of vital importance to the entire nation and Sikh community is a partner in furthering dialogue and awareness about mental health. This issue affects all Americans and we are ready to assist President Obama in this agenda."
About 300 Sikh pilgrims trapped around the famous pilgrimage Sri Hemkunt Sahib in Uttarakhand have been rescued even as efforts are underway to evacuate over 3,000 people of the community stranded in the hill state.
If the great contribution of Khalsa towards the independence of the people of the Indian subcontinent is to be made known to the Indian people and the world, then the true story of Rawalsar must be memorialised and told.
The concepts of wealth and poverty are closely linked with the doctrine of social justice in Sikhism.
It'll probably take 2-3 days more to evacuate all. Rescue work is very slow. People are safe because Gurudwara Sahib is there in Gobind Dham and they have all the necessary items. Otherwise it would have been very tough situation there.