Dr ,Jagroop Singh reviews articles by Gurdarshan Singh Dhillon’s and Mohinder Singh Khaira in Panjab Times on 2 July 2020 on 9 July 2020 respectively Two articles have appeared in the Punjab Times in quick succession, which are critical of western academics in Sikh Studies. Criticism was specifically aimed at Prabhsharandeep Singh & Arvindpal Mandair … Continue reading A Critique Of Western Academics
How can we prevent the sacrilege of Guru Granth Sahib Ji? Follow in the footsteps of Bhai Bota Singh and Bhai Garja Singh
Article by Rajveer Singh, Head of Khalsa Diary; funding and conflict none Bhai Bota Singh and Bhai Garja Singh (CREDIT: SARBLOHARTS) Since 2015 there has been a plan put in place to reduce the stature of Guru Granth Sahib Ji through sacrialige (ਬੇਅਦਬੀ) carried out by India’s black state. It started way back in 1978 … Continue reading How can we prevent the sacrilege of Guru Granth Sahib Ji? Follow in the footsteps of Bhai Bota Singh and Bhai Garja Singh
The Saga Of Bhai Dalla
Article by Rajveer Singh, Head of Khalsa Diary; funding and conflict none Bhai Dalla and the Gun of Guru Gobind Singh Ji After the battle of Chamkaur and Mukhtsar, Guru Gobind Singh Ji came to Takht Sri Damdama Sahib, where he finally opened his Kamar Kasa (battle belt) and decided to rest. It was here … Continue reading The Saga Of Bhai Dalla
From Shudar to Khalsa: the journey to building the character of the Khalsa
Article by Rajveer Singh, Head of Khalsa Diary, conflict and funding none. The Khalsa Panth When studying Sikh history, it becomes apparent that the Sikhs have throughout history managed to pull off some of the most impressive feats. Whether that was in the 18th century, during the world wars, or the Khalistan movement during the … Continue reading From Shudar to Khalsa: the journey to building the character of the Khalsa
SGPC: a case of Institutional Corruption?
A personal view by Dr. Jagroop Singh, a student of Sikh Studies without funding or conflict of interest The report by the independent inquiry set up to review the death of Daniel Morgan was published 2 weeks ago. Scotland Yard has been accused of decades of cover-up, corruption and incompetence, accusing the Metropolitan Police of … Continue reading SGPC: a case of Institutional Corruption?
A Time To Ponder And Take Stock
Personal reflections of Dr. Jagroop Singh, a student of Sikh Studies without funding or conflict of interest (13 June 2021) Veteran Indian off-spinner, Harbhajan Singh offered an unconditional apology for posting a ‘forwarded’ picture of martyred Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwala, commemorating the 37th year anniversary of those who died in ‘Operation Bluestar’ of 1984. He … Continue reading A Time To Ponder And Take Stock
Remember Those who’s scalps were removed: Shaheed Bhai Taru Singh Ji
Article By Rajveer Singh Head of Khalsa Diary, Conflict and Funding none. ਸਾਖੀ ਤਾਰੂ ਸਿੰਘ ਕੀ, ਸੁਨੋ ਸਿੰਘ ਮਨ ਲਾਇ Hear the story of Taru Singh, O Singhs listen attentively ਜੋ ਖਾਨ ਬਹਾਦਰ ਲੈ ਤੁਰਯੋ, ਖੋਪਰੀ ਸਿਰੋਂ ਉਤਰਾਇ Who dragged the Khan down to the depths, after having his scalp removed from his head. Bhai … Continue reading Remember Those who’s scalps were removed: Shaheed Bhai Taru Singh Ji
Anand Karaj of the Sikhs: a day to remember Akaal Purakh with your partner, not to get drunk
Article by Rajveer Singh, Head Of Khalsa Diary, funding and conflict none Many people associate happiness, love, and the celebration of a timeless bond being formed when it comes to weddings. But, when it comes to Sikh weddings, we have created disillusion as to what the Anand Karaj means and its significance. Gursikh Anand Karaj … Continue reading Anand Karaj of the Sikhs: a day to remember Akaal Purakh with your partner, not to get drunk
Hindutva’s continuing obsession with Sikhism
An exploratory analysis by Dr. Jagroop Singh: student of Sikh Studies without any funding or conflict of interest. 6 June 2021 Harsimrat Kaur Badal recently made a speech in the Lok Sabha (Indian Parliament) claiming, “It was our Guru Teg Bahadur who got beheaded to save your Tilak and Jenue”. Generally speaking, politicians are a … Continue reading Hindutva’s continuing obsession with Sikhism
The farce of “The Ramayan Of Guru Gobind Singh Ji”
Article by Rajveer Singh, Head of Khalsa Diary, funding and conflict none Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj, the 10th Guru of the Sikhs, was an amazing warrior and a great writer. However, these words are mere pebbles in front of their grandeur. They formally established the Khalsa Panth as the true Panth that was above … Continue reading The farce of “The Ramayan Of Guru Gobind Singh Ji”