GURUDWARA PATNA SAHIB
PM Modi visits Gurudwara Patna Sahib, offers prayers and serves langar ahead of poll rallies
PM Narendra Modi's visit to Gurudwara Patna Sahib in Bihar was marked by reverence and service as he participated in langar seva, offering prayers and serving devotees. Dressed in a Sikh turban, PM Modi's actions reflected the core values of Sikhism, emphasizing humility and inclusivity. The visit to Gurudwara Patna Sahib, a significant place for Sikhs, holds historical importance as the birthplace of Guru Gobind Singh.
India looking forward to becoming developed nation by 2047, on cusp of making history: Hardeep Singh Puri
India is on the cusp of making history, as it looks forward to becoming a developed nation by 2047, Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Tuesday. Puri made the remarks after offering prayers at the Patna Sahib Gurudwara on the occasion of 'Veer Bal Diwas', which is being observed to commemorate the martyrdom of two sons of Guru Gobind Singh.
Don't wear Lehengas, opt for Salwar Kameez": Sikh Religious Body recommends dress code for brides
The advisory recommends that brides opt for 'salwar-kameez and chunni' instead of heavy lehengas. Additionally, the directive suggests that wedding cards include the suffixes - 'Singh' and 'Kaur' for the groom and bride, adhering to Sikh traditions. In October, the Akal Takht issued an order (hukumnama) against taking the Guru Granth Sahib to destination weddings outside gurudwaras.
IRCTC to launch Guru Kripa Yatra train on April 5 for visit to Sikh shrines. Check route and other details
The Guru Kirpa Yatra train package will be 10 Nights/11 Days journey, from 5th April 2023 to 15th April, 2023. Ticket prices start from Rs 19,999.
Amit Shah in Bihar on Saturday, Nitish Kumar and Tejashwi Yadav to also hold rally
Local police will be assisted by central paramilitary forces in providing security cover to the Union home minister who is scheduled to reach the Samrat Ashok Convention Centre, about 4 km from the airport, to address the 'Kisan Mazdur Samagam'. Around 6.30 pm, Shah would visit Takht Harmandir Patna Sahib, situated at the place where Guru Gobind Singh was born.
Railways announces Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train tour covering revered sites of Sikhism
IRCTC is offering the tour package in three categories -- standard, superior and comfort. It will have a total capacity of 678 passengers, with majority in budget segment standard category.
Railways to run special train covering Sikh pilgrimage sites
A senior Railway Board official said the IRCTC will run the Gururipa Yatra train which will take pilgrims to Gurudwaras in Sitapur, Pilibhit and Bareilly in Uttar Pradesh.
Guru Gobind Singh Ji Birth Anniversary: Here is all you need to know about 10th Sikh Guru
Guru Gobind Singh, the 10th guru of Sikhism, coined the sacred Khalsa Vani, often spoken by the Sikhs, "Waheguru ji ka Khalsa, Waheguru ji ki Fateh". He also founded the five principles of Khalsa.
Airtel rolls out 5G in Patna
5G services have been deployed in the Patna airport and key areas of the city including Patna Sahib Gurudwara, Patna Railway Station, Dak Bunglow, Maurya Lok, Bailey Road, Boring Road, City Centre Mall, Patliputra Industrial Area and few other select locations.
PM Modi to attend Kullu Dussehra today
On Wednesday, he will witness the unique rath yatra of more than 300 deities. It will be the first time that a PM would be participating in the event.
PM Modi has actively participated in festivals since assuming office
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has enthusiastically participated in Hindu, Sikh and Buddhist festival celebrations since assuming office in 2014 and makes it a point to take out from his busy tours to join the masses on such auspicious occasions.
Amid protests over hate speech, Vishwa Hindu Parishad convenes top body meet to deliberate 'current issues'
Nearly 130 seers from across the country participated in the 'margdarshak mandal' meeting, and VHP, which has been actively supporting sentiments of Hindu groups in issues such as Gyanvapi and ban on loudspeakers in mosques, is expected to come out with a resolution on Sunday, announcing its top priority for the year.
PM hosts prominent Sikh personalities at his residence
The meeting came two days before the Punjab Assembly polls, with the BJP going all out to woo the Sikh community as it seeks to put up a strong show in an alliance with former chief minister Amarinder Singh's Punjab Lok Congress and the Akali Dal faction headed by Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa.
Sikhs suffer in Pakistan while ISI promotes Khalistan agenda: Report
Recently, analysts and scholars came together to discuss this report titled "Khalistan: A Project of Pakistan", published by MacDonald-Laurier Institute (MLI) at a webinar "Khalistani Terrorism & Canada”.
Malls, religious places open in some places as India steps out of lockdown, slowly and cautiously
India on Monday took a tentative step out of a 75-day lockdown with malls, religious places and offices opening in several parts of the country but with strict riders limiting the number of people and mandating sanitisation of the premises.
Prime Minister launches 'Swachhata Hi Seva' campaign, exhorts people to fulfil Gandhi's dream of a clean India
The "cleanliness is service" campaign will continue till Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary on October 2.
Nitish Kumar inspects Prakash Parv closing ceremony preparations
The Bihar government had organised inaugural programme of the 'Prakash Parv' on a grand scale in January to mark the birth anniversary of the 10th Sikh guru, who was born in Patna.
Jokes on Sikh community: Courts can't lay down moral guidelines, says SC
"We are clear on the issue that the courts can't lay down moral guidelines for citizens. We can't issue guidelines to regulate individuals," SC said.
Lalu launches 53 new trains
Railways Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav has proposed 53 new trains, including 10 Garib Raths, in the coming fiscal.
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