Members of the world's fifth largest religion stand out in America. But ask who Sikhs are and what they believe and studies show up to 70 percent of Americans won't be able to answer. “On one hand ...
New Jersey’s first Sikh attorney general, Gurbir Singh Grewal, was a target of disparaging remarks in 2018. Two radio hosts commented on Grewal’s Sikh identity and repeatedly referred to him as ...
Sikh citizens get exemption from wearing helmets as turbans are part of their identity and religious belief, she says.
(The Conversation) — Originally a spring harvest festival, Baisakhi acquired religious significance after the10th Sikh guru created the Khalsa, a distinctive Sikh identity, on this day. (The ...
(The Conversation) — The spirit of Baisakhi for Sikhs is reminiscent of the ideals of their gurus, who encouraged them to work toward building a just society. (The Conversation) — On the festival of ...
Sikhism is the fifth largest world religion. There are more than 500,000 Sikhs in the United States. And in the greater Milwaukee area, there are two main places of worship. But how much do local ...
Sikh Festivals 2026 list with dates and significance. Know Gurpurabs, Jayantis, Baisakhi, Hola Mohalla and the role of the ...
This Friday marks Vaisakhi, one of the most significant and widely observed annual celebrations for Sikhs, who make up the fifth-largest major world religion. Vaisakhi – sometimes spelled Baisakhi – ...
A Sikh student being handcuffed at the University of North Carolina’s Charlotte campus for carrying a Kirpan put a spotlight on weapons laws and religious protections. Despite instances like what ...
Sikhs will break ground today for the Sikh National Center following a colorful three-mile parade celebrating the birthday of Guru Nanak, founder of the religion. The parade, or Nagar Keertan, begins ...
Sikhs all over the world celebrate the festival of Baisakhi, a holiday with a special religious significance, observed each year on April 13 or 14. In 2022, Baisakhi falls on April 14. As a ...