because the truth needs to be told
When was the last time you heard the humbling Akali cry of commitment –“Main maran, Panth jeeve” -Let Panth live, I am ready to die, asks writer-activist Jagdeesh Singh as he pinpoints salient features of the rise and fall of the Akali Dal -from a vibrant, vig... More »
Why did the Gurus and Sikhi emerge in 15th century Panjaab? How did they impact the people of Panjaab? What was the Gurus’ vision of Panjaabi life and Panjab? Where are we today? Jagdeesh Singh shares a tender set of thoughts on what he sees as the indivisible... More »
Human Rights Special: Panjaab calls out against inequality and injustice on the occasion of 70 years of the UN Declaration of Human Rights. WSN columnist Jagdeesh Singh presents Sikh perspective on the inclusive and unified Panjaabi demand for self-determinat... More »
Capturing true spirit of the Kartarpur corridor, WSN says it is time to forge ahead, notwithstanding the rabid ranting by vested interests. The Sikh prayers of 70 years have been answered. With hatred all around, especially over borders and movement of people... More »
June 1984 was a turning point in contemporary Sikh history. During this very emotional and anguished anniversary of the unprecedented genocide in East Panjaab (India), we have seen a regurgitation of tired, worn out rabble-rousing rhetoric from the domineering... More »