The Latest Breaking News from the Akal Takht

Amid 'Satluj' row, Khalra's wife Paramjit Kaur urges Akal Takht to form 'People's Commission'

Paramjit Kaur Khalra requested the Akal Takht to form a commission for missing persons. This call follows renewed attention on her husband's case after a film's release. The Akal Takht will hold prayers for victims highlighted by Jaswant Singh Khalra. Kaur alleged past governments failed to deliver justice for human…

The Economic Times · Jul 13

Sacrilege row: Akal Takht directs Punjab government to address objections on anti-sacrilege law within one month

Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj has given the Punjab government a month to amend the anti-sacrilege law, citing objections that it was enacted without consulting the Sikh Panth. He stressed that the Vidhan Sabha cannot dictate Sikh language and urged the government to avoid interfering in religious matters.…

The Economic Times · Jun 29

SGPC endorses Akal Takht's decision against Bhagwant Mann, announces big meeting on July 5

The SGPC has backed the Akal Takht's declaration of Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann as 'Guru Dokhi' and 'Khalsa Panth Virodhi' following a controversial video. The committee resolved to pursue legal action and a police case against Mann, stating he lacks the moral authority to continue as chief minister. A large…

The Economic Times · Jun 27

Rebellion, rise in radical Sikh politics: Inside the Akali Dal’s existential crisis

Jagtar Singh, a resident of Halwara village in Ludhiana district, was once a hardcore supporter of the Shiromani Akali Dal. He is now among the many voters in Punjab who are growing increasingly wary of the country’s second-oldest political outfit.

Newslaundry · Sep 2, 2024