Teeyan Da Mela is a celebration of all things female, in particular daughters. “No men are allowed, except you,” Aman Malhi, one of the organizers, said with a laugh to the Brant News reporter.
This endearing village makes a conscious effort to save girl children and the green cover at the same time, by planting 111 trees every time a girl is born. A brilliant exercise in eco-feminism, this should inspire India and the rest of the world.
Oftentimes, women’s contributions are overlooked because, for the most part, it is men who write history. In India, women of the Sikh faith have fought, ruled, taught and served for centuries.
[VIDEO] "A few years ago not many of the 25 girls studying at the Johri Rifle Club today would have been able to step out of home. Girls who train at the range have got jobs at the army, the Air Force, and the border security..."
The British broadcaster aired the documentary hours later. It said in a statement that it had brought forward the telecast from Sunday given the "intense level of interest."
The World Sikh Organization of Canada joined with Canadian Sikh communities to take part in the One Billion Rising movement by providing care packages, treats and baked goods to over 1,000 women and children in shelters...
Young activist’s, boys and girls, gathered at a call of Sikh Youth of Punjab (SYP) today resolved that they would address the issues of drug menace, disrespect to women.
Woolf underscored the dependence of literary genius on freedom of thought; of freedom of thought on the free availability of space; and of space on financial freedom that buys time and space—for the body, heart and head. ...
“It seems that women who eat more foods high in calcium and vitamin D have less risk of experiencing PMS,” said Dr. Elizabeth Bertone-Johnson of the University of Massachusetts, the study’s lead author. “It’s very exciting, and could end up being good news for many women out there.”
The Sikh teaching are absolutely devoid of gender bias. Yet, our cultural practices and interpretations are so rife with gender issues that an outsider may wonder if we are even part of this modern world. Or are we in a schizoid reality.
When you’re riding and you let go, it’s insane. I’ve never experienced that and most riders don’t. So my trainer said, “When you let go, you become more stable.” I've learned so much through this experience and I wish someday that there will be a way to teach our young Sikh girls how to ride and be confident as a daughter of the Guru.
Exclusive Interview: Her personal journey in Sikhi led her to become the 1st woman to ride a horse in Holla Mahalla. Harsangat Kaur Khalsa is now pursuing her dream on the international Tent Pegging team. "Our soul has seva for the panth. You as an individual have a gift, using your gift is your seva for the panth..."
Keeping with the spirit of Guru Nanak, she taught about the dignity of women. She inspired them about how to have conscious relationships. She shared how the journey which a woman takes to motherhood could transform her entire being and bless the Soul in her womb.
This institution was one of the premier institutions of this region. The school was established concerning future of Sikh girl students. In 1906 the Maharaj of Nabha, himself came to see this school,....
'Mela Dheean Da' will be celebrated on Feb 2nd, it is a new festival which celebrates women. This new tradition is statement opposing harsh attitudes towards women and will be organized by women.
