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US Lawmakers Introduce Resolutions Honouring Sikh Community Ahead Of Guru Nanak Birth Anniversary
The resolution in the Senate was introduced on Friday by three Democratic Senators, Dick Durbin, Bob Menendez, and Ben Cardin.
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Sikh-American Body Seeks PM Modi's Help To Open Kartarpur Sahib Corridor
A Sikh American body yesterday sought Prime Minister Narendra Modi's help in opening the Kartarpur Sahib corridor, which would give the community members unhindered access to the historic place in Pakistan where Guru Nanak Dev spent last 18 years of his life.
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From Brave Subway Driver To Stylish Fashion Designer, Untold Sikh Stories
A Sikh subway driver who saved countless lives by reversing a train headed for ground zero on 9/11 and a decorated Sikh-American army veteran are among the several men and women from the community profiled in an art exhibition to showcase their perseverance in the face of backlash against them after the terror attack.
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Sikh-Americans Welcome Removal Of 225 Sikhs From Blacklist
Calling it a "step in the right direction", Sikh-Americans have welcomed the Indian government's decision of removing the names of 225 Sikhs from a blacklist.
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US Sikh Community Raises Funds For Sikhism Awareness Campaign
The Sikh-American community from the US state of Utah has helped in raising USD 125,000 for a national media campaign to generate awareness about Sikhs and Sikhism in America.
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New Art Exhibit To Explore Sikh Identity In Post-9/11 US
A first-ever exhibition exclusively featuring contributions of the Sikh-Americans to the US will open here next month aiming to spread awareness about Sikhs in the wake of numerous hate crimes against the community after the 9/11 attacks.
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When US House Speaker Paul Ryan Talked About 'Sikh Forgiveness'
The Sikh-American community's "compassion and forgiveness" in the aftermath of the 2012 Gurudwara shooting incident in Wisconsin in which six people were killed has been a "lesson", US House of Representatives Speaker Paul Ryan told Prime Minister Narendra Modi today.
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Donald Trump's Xenophobia Worsening Climate Of Fear: Sikh-American
A Sikh-American councilman, who was called a "terrorist" on Twitter by a Donald Trump supporter, has said the Republican presidential candidate's "xenophobic political rhetoric" has worsened the "climate of fear" against minority communities across the US.
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Sikh-American Teen Forced To Remove Turban At Airport In US: Report
A Sikh-American teenager, who penned a book about bullying of children from the community, was forced to remove his turban by airport personnel in the US state of California, according to a media report.
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Sikh Teen Pens Book On Bullying Of Community Children In US
A Sikh-American teenager has penned a book about bullying of children from the community in the US based on his experiences and that of others to raise awareness on the issue.
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Sikhs Raise 80,000$ for National Awareness Campaign in US
In the backdrop of a brutal assault on an elderly Sikh-American man earlier this month, Sikhs have raised USD 80,000 for a national campaign to tackle the growing misperceptions about the community after the 9/11 terror attacks.
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No Hate Crime Charges in Sikh-American Assault Case
Terming the incident as a "road rage" case, US authorities have not brought hate crime charges against a teenager who brutally attacked a 53-year-old Sikh-American man, sparking outrage among community members.
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Sikh Group Asks Community to be Cautious After US Shooting
In the wake of the gunning down of four marines at military facilities in Tennessee by a Muslim youth with "unshorn beard", a Sikh rights group has asked Sikh-American community members to exercise caution as they become vulnerable to hate crimes following such incidents.
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Indian- American's Family Working to Bring his Remains Back to US
The family of a 25-year-old Indian- American yoga instructor, who was found dead in central Mexico during a hike in the rugged mountains, is working on legalities to bring his remains back to Virginia, where a memorial service will be held in his memory.
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Sikhs Ask US Lawmakers to Ensure Religious Liberty in Military
Sikhs enjoy greater religious liberty in the militaries of countries like India, Canada and Britain than the US, a Sikh advocacy group has said, presenting a case for removal of barriers for the members of the community to join armed forces in America.
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US Lawmakers Introduce Resolutions Honouring Sikh Community Ahead Of Guru Nanak Birth Anniversary
The resolution in the Senate was introduced on Friday by three Democratic Senators, Dick Durbin, Bob Menendez, and Ben Cardin.
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Sikh-American Body Seeks PM Modi's Help To Open Kartarpur Sahib Corridor
A Sikh American body yesterday sought Prime Minister Narendra Modi's help in opening the Kartarpur Sahib corridor, which would give the community members unhindered access to the historic place in Pakistan where Guru Nanak Dev spent last 18 years of his life.
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From Brave Subway Driver To Stylish Fashion Designer, Untold Sikh Stories
A Sikh subway driver who saved countless lives by reversing a train headed for ground zero on 9/11 and a decorated Sikh-American army veteran are among the several men and women from the community profiled in an art exhibition to showcase their perseverance in the face of backlash against them after the terror attack.
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Sikh-Americans Welcome Removal Of 225 Sikhs From Blacklist
Calling it a "step in the right direction", Sikh-Americans have welcomed the Indian government's decision of removing the names of 225 Sikhs from a blacklist.
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US Sikh Community Raises Funds For Sikhism Awareness Campaign
The Sikh-American community from the US state of Utah has helped in raising USD 125,000 for a national media campaign to generate awareness about Sikhs and Sikhism in America.
-
New Art Exhibit To Explore Sikh Identity In Post-9/11 US
A first-ever exhibition exclusively featuring contributions of the Sikh-Americans to the US will open here next month aiming to spread awareness about Sikhs in the wake of numerous hate crimes against the community after the 9/11 attacks.
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When US House Speaker Paul Ryan Talked About 'Sikh Forgiveness'
The Sikh-American community's "compassion and forgiveness" in the aftermath of the 2012 Gurudwara shooting incident in Wisconsin in which six people were killed has been a "lesson", US House of Representatives Speaker Paul Ryan told Prime Minister Narendra Modi today.
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Donald Trump's Xenophobia Worsening Climate Of Fear: Sikh-American
A Sikh-American councilman, who was called a "terrorist" on Twitter by a Donald Trump supporter, has said the Republican presidential candidate's "xenophobic political rhetoric" has worsened the "climate of fear" against minority communities across the US.
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Sikh-American Teen Forced To Remove Turban At Airport In US: Report
A Sikh-American teenager, who penned a book about bullying of children from the community, was forced to remove his turban by airport personnel in the US state of California, according to a media report.
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Sikh Teen Pens Book On Bullying Of Community Children In US
A Sikh-American teenager has penned a book about bullying of children from the community in the US based on his experiences and that of others to raise awareness on the issue.
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Sikhs Raise 80,000$ for National Awareness Campaign in US
In the backdrop of a brutal assault on an elderly Sikh-American man earlier this month, Sikhs have raised USD 80,000 for a national campaign to tackle the growing misperceptions about the community after the 9/11 terror attacks.
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No Hate Crime Charges in Sikh-American Assault Case
Terming the incident as a "road rage" case, US authorities have not brought hate crime charges against a teenager who brutally attacked a 53-year-old Sikh-American man, sparking outrage among community members.
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Sikh Group Asks Community to be Cautious After US Shooting
In the wake of the gunning down of four marines at military facilities in Tennessee by a Muslim youth with "unshorn beard", a Sikh rights group has asked Sikh-American community members to exercise caution as they become vulnerable to hate crimes following such incidents.
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Indian- American's Family Working to Bring his Remains Back to US
The family of a 25-year-old Indian- American yoga instructor, who was found dead in central Mexico during a hike in the rugged mountains, is working on legalities to bring his remains back to Virginia, where a memorial service will be held in his memory.
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Sikhs Ask US Lawmakers to Ensure Religious Liberty in Military
Sikhs enjoy greater religious liberty in the militaries of countries like India, Canada and Britain than the US, a Sikh advocacy group has said, presenting a case for removal of barriers for the members of the community to join armed forces in America.
