Even today, at Gurdwara Datansar Sahib at Muktsar, devotees... strike a grave five times with their shoes - a powerful reminder that betrayal is never forgiven, and never forgotten. And yet, I am compelled to ask: what kind of Sikhs forget this lesson so easily? Those who allow Namaz inside Gurudwaras, those who donate their land to build Masjids - have they forgotten the blood, the deception, the sacrifices that shaped Sikh history? This ritual traces back to 1705, during one of the most dangerous phases of Sikh history. Near present-day Sri Muktsar Sahib, Guru Gobind Singh Ji stopped at dawn to clean his teeth after days of war and pursuit. A Mughal spy Noordin, had disguised himself as a Sikh and attempted to attack the Guru from behind. The betrayal failed. Guru struck down the attacker, protecting both his life and the future of the Khalsa. The traitor was buried nearby, but his act was never forgotten.show more

Sikhs have been visiting Shri Hemkunt Sahib, Uttarakhand, since... 1884 when the site was first mapped as the Tap Asthan of Guru Gobind Singh Ji. To this day, there have never been any issues between Sikh pilgrims and locals. In fact, on the contrary, locals have welcomed that as their own. However, what we are witnessing today is a deliberate attempt to create anti-Sikh narratives in a BJP-ruled state. Rogue entities are being mobilised from Punjab towards Uttarakhand to deliberately create law and order conditions that Uttarakhand authorities are forced to act upon.show more

I condemn Dhruv Rathee’s recent video on “The Sikh... Warrior Who Terrified the Mughals” that is not only factually flawed but blatantly disrespectful to Sikh history and sentiments. Showing Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the embodiment of courage and divinity, crying as a child is an insult to the very spirit of Sikhism, which stands for fearlessness, resilience and Chardi Kala. DSGMC has filed a complaint against him and asked for a review of his YouTube account for repeated offenses that hurt religious sentiments. Delhi Police should register an FIR against Dhruv Rathee under Section 295A for deliberate and malicious acts intended to outrage religious feelings. The Sikh community will never tolerate distortion of its sacred history by a Congress stooge! CP Delhi #DilKiPolice Delhi Policeshow more

#BIG - As a journalist, I have covered Sikh... affairs, Sri Akal Takht Sahib and Punjab’s major political and religious developments for more than two and a half decades. Today, for the first time, I witnessed Congress legislators being heard collectively at Sri Akal Takht Sahib with such patience, dignity and respect. Leader of the Opposition Partap Singh Bajwa and other Congress MLAs were given ample time to explain their position on the anti-sacrilege legislation. Considering the Congress party’s historically difficult relationship with Sikh institutions, this was a significant moment. To me, it reflected the impartial stature of Sri Akal Takht Sahib and opened space for dialogue, accountability and reconciliation.show more

The Sikh who held a TikTok Live claiming Henry... Nowak was a dangerous racist where they voted for Henry's grave to be shit and pissed on was Tommy Robinson's VIP guest.. Imagine my shock. They also claimed Vickrum Digwa used his Kirpan to fight oppression and this should be a message to the wider UK audience to not mess with the Sikhs. I can't make out what one of the Sikhs say at the end of the TikTok Live, but it's something about us whiteys.show more

The heaviness of looking at the number of flags... swaying in the wind. Each flag is a story of a man's life from peacetime to the end when his breath stopped on the battlefield, his life interrupted by a brutal war. The names and call signs on the fabric seem to scream of injustice, of lost years, of dreams that will never come true. The beauty of these flags, their bright colors, are paradoxically crossed with deep sadness. Each flag is a memory, it is the soul of a hero. Behind each is a son, a husband, a father who gave his life for Ukraine. Pride, mixed with anger at those who unleashed this bloodbath. And yet, standing amidst this sea of flags, you feel part of something bigger. Part of a people who did not break in the face of adversity. Part of a history that is being written right now. Slava Ukraine ❄️show more

Shocking details have emerged from RSS-affiliated 'Lala Kasturi Lal... Sarvhitkari Sr. Sec. Vidya Mandir, Rampura Phul.' The school has not just prohibited students from speaking Punjabi. But activists claimed that in their textbooks, school has wrongly claimed that Guru Nanak Dev Ji 'Opposed Maulvis of Makka,' which is a clear falsehood and an insult to Guru Nanak Dev Ji's teachings. Guru Sahib never 'opposed' anyone; instead, he always engaged in 'गोष्ठि ਗੋਸ਼ਠੀ dialogues' with individuals from various religious backgrounds and beliefs. Bhagwant Mann and Harjot Singh Bains should investigate why Sikh history is being distorted and taught to students in these schools. cc Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committeeshow more

VICE PRESIDENT VANCE: "When I think one of the... critical lessons of Charlie Kirk’s life to his dying breath, this was a man who never lost hope in his creator and never lost hope in the United States of America so let’s remember that and carry that forward as a way to remember him."show more

Jhoolte Nishan Rahe Panth Maharaj Ke 🪯Canada de G7... Summit ch World bank de Sardar Ajay Singh Banga ne Sikhan da maan vadhaya. World Bank President, Ajay Banga, standing tall in his red dastaar, being welcomed by Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney. This is not just a special moment, it’s a Sikh of the Guru walking into the highest rooms of power with grace, grit, and global vision. From Punjab to the power corridors of the world — Singh Sahib, World Bank de President at the G7 table. #Sikh #AjayBanga #SikhsInLeadership #G7Summit2025 #G7Summitshow more

🇺🇸Remembering Nathan Hardy🇺🇸 Like so many young men with... a sense of purpose, he chose a life of service enlisting in the U.S. Navy at just 17. What followed was years of relentless training, discipline, and sacrifice. From Great Lakes to Coronado, from airborne school to SEAL qualification, he pushed himself beyond limits most will never understand. He became one of the few … an elite Navy SEAL. Nathan served with SEAL Team EIGHT, deployed overseas, learned Arabic, and returned again and again to serve wherever he was needed. His life was defined not by comfort, but by commitment, to his country, to his teammates, and to something bigger than himself. In July 2007, he joined the Naval Special Warfare Development Group. On February 4, 2008, in Iraq, Nathan Hardy was killed in action. He was 29 years old. He was laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery. Behind the dates and assignments is a life of courage, sacrifice, and quiet heroism. A son. A teammate. A man who gave everything. And because of that… he will never be forgotten.🙏show more

🙏🇺🇸🙏 U.S. Air Force Captain Seth R. Koval —... one of six Airmen who lost their lives while supporting Operation Epic Fury. For those who knew Seth, he was far more than a pilot or an officer in uniform. He was a husband, a father, a son, a brother, and a friend whose presence filled the lives of the people around him with love and strength. Seth grew up dreaming of becoming a pilot. That dream eventually became a life of service, one he carried with pride every time he put on his uniform. Those close to him say he loved what he did and felt honored to serve others through his work in the Air Force. But the people who knew him best remember something even greater than his career. They remember a man who was loving, generous, and kind-hearted. A man who always looked for ways to help others. Someone who could fix almost anything, who loved the outdoors, and who never hesitated to put the needs of others before his own. Above all, Seth was a devoted family man. His wife shared the heartbreak their family is now facing, describing the unimaginable pain of losing the person she loved most. In her words, Seth was not only an exceptional Airman, but the most incredible husband, father, son, brother, and friend anyone could ask for. She shared that one of the greatest honors of her life was standing beside him as he achieved the dream he had carried since childhood — becoming a pilot and serving his country. Though his life was cut far too short, Seth's legacy continues to live on through the family he loved deeply, especially in the smile of his young son who will carry a part of his father's spirit forward. For the Koval family, the days ahead will not be easy. Yet they have expressed deep gratitude for the love and support that has surrounded them during this painful time. Across communities and within the Air Force family, many people are remembering Captain Seth R. Koval not only for the uniform he wore, but for the life he lived - a life marked by service, faith, and love for others. Today we pause to honor him and to keep his family, friends, and fellow Airmen in our thoughts. - May Capt. Seth R. Koval rest in peace, and may his service and legacy never be forgotten 🙏🇺🇸🙏show more

I grew up hearing and researching stories of war... and peace-from both sides of the Pacific. On the morning of September 2, 1945, at 9 am, a ceremony was held aboard the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay, where Japan signed the instrument of surrender. The Chinese representative, signing immediately after General MacArthur and Admiral Nimitz, was the third to place his name on the document, marking the formal end of WWII. When the news reached China, the entire nation erupted in celebration. From then on, September 3 became China's V Day-a day that symbolizes the shared honor and triumph of the 57 nations of the Allied coalition. Today, China held a grand commemoration to mark this moment worth remembering. During my studies in the United States, I was often struck by how little people around me knew about China's understanding of WWII. In China, America's wartime support is still remembered-above all the Flying Tigers, who are household names, honored as heroes, and cherished as a symbol of Sino-American friendship. At the same time, I was also surprised that even the most rigorous American history scholars remain largely unaware of China's sacrifices and contributions. One American history professor I deeply respect, who never shied away from criticizing America's own diplomatic flaws, and who has been one of the most important teachers in shaping my understanding of the US, once asked me in puzzlement: "Why does China believe it won WWII? Didn't the United States win the war?" The Allied victory came at a staggering cost to China. It was this cost that earned the deep respect of FDR, as seen in my recent tweets drawing on FDR archives. And it was precisely because of these sacrifices that China was accorded the honor of being the third to sign the surrender instrument on September 2, 1945. My great-grandfather was among the witnesses of that history. As a major general, he led his troops through immense sacrifices to win several hard-fought battles. I once read the memoirs of a veteran who recalled how, during Sunday assemblies of his division, he would often speak about Sino-American relations "in an inspiring way". Over the past decade, I have spent time in the Roosevelt Library in New York, exploring extensive American wartime archives, and I have also met many American veterans and descendants of US generals. As a historian, together with these American friends, I often worry that this once-precious friendship is being forgotten far too quickly in the US. It could remind us that, in the darkest of times, our two nations placed trust in one another and fought side by side. It could serve as a historical foundation for rebuilding mutual understanding and trust between our peoples. It could also provide, amid today's shifting and complicated realities, a shared point of connection across generations. I was originally invited to attend today's events and had my pass prepared, but due to some miscommunication I regrettably missed the chance to be at Tiananmen Square. Nevertheless, I had the privilege of witnessing the grand celebrations of the 70th anniversary of the PRC in 2019, and today, from the balcony of my home, I was still able to catch a glimpse of the festivities at Tiananmen, capturing a few photos and videos as a personal memory. Top left: At the opening, 80 ceremonial cannon shots were fired, symbolizing the 80 years since 1945. Top right: Just before the People's Liberation Army parade on Tiananmen Square, helicopters flew overhead carrying banners that read "Justice will prevail, Peace will prevail, The People will prevail." In the distance, you can see the Forbidden City. Bottom left: Fighter jets passing in formation to receive review. Bottom right: Close the end of the parade, 80,000 doves of peace and 80,000 balloons were released. All balloons are biodegradable. As a descendant of a WWII veteran, as a historian who has studied the WWII extensively, and as a friend to many American WWII veterans and their families, I feel deeply connected to this commemoration. This moment does not belong to China alone-it belongs to all who have fought, hoped and sacrificed for peace. May history never be forgotten, and may peace never be forsaken.show more

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐲: 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐍𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫... 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞 Prince Harry, once the shining light of the royal family, has now become a figure of contempt in Britain, a man who has not only turned his back on his family but, more egregiously, sold out his country. His actions over the past few years have burned every last bridge, leaving the British public with nothing but scorn for the man who once stood shoulder to shoulder with the people. The Oprah interview was the tipping point. It was here that Harry, complicit in silence, allowed Meghan Markle to imply that a member of the royal family had concerns about the skin colour of their son, Archie. The accusation was seismic, sending shockwaves through the UK. But what made this worse—what made it utterly unforgivable—was Harry’s inaction. His failure to stand up for his family while his ailing grandfather, Prince Philip, was in his final days showed a callous disregard for the pain it would cause. No matter the issues he may have had behind closed doors, to go on international television and sully the name of the institution that raised him was seen by many as nothing short of treachery. And as if the Oprah debacle wasn’t bad enough, we were later subjected to 𝘏𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘺 & 𝘔𝘦𝘨𝘩𝘢𝘯, the Netflix mockumentary thinly veiled as a love letter to themselves but in truth, a very public airing of grievances. It was here that Meghan’s mocking of the royal tradition of curtsying to Queen Elizabeth shocked us Brits. With a poorly executed theatrical bow and a laughable comparison to medieval times, she belittled a gesture that symbolises respect and duty—values the British monarchy stands for. And Harry? He smirked. His silence, again, was deafening. How could any grandson, raised in the folds of such tradition, allow his wife to mock the woman who represented so much to so many? The British people watched, aghast. That smirk—that quiet complicity—was a betrayal not just of his family, but of us, the British public who had once held him in such high regard. Queen Elizabeth, beloved and respected, was the embodiment of duty and grace, and for Harry to stand idly by as she was mocked before her passing will never be forgiven. The wound is deep, and it’s raw. Then came the memoir 𝘚𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘦. If the Netflix series was a veiled attack, 𝘚𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘦 was an all-out assault. Page after page of grievances, personal attacks on his father and brother, intimate family moments laid bare for the world to see. The British public has always respected the monarchy’s ability to keep private matters within the palace walls. Harry tore that tradition apart. And for what? A quick buck, a bit of global attention. The title of ‘spare’ may have haunted him his whole life, but now it’s clear: the role he once resented is one he’s embraced—no longer a prince, but a spare to the very values that once defined him. For us Brits, it isn’t just the content of his attacks that hurts—it’s the fact that he’s chosen to air them so publicly, so vindictively. The monarchy is not just his family; it is the backbone of British history, culture, and identity. To see it so easily discarded and vilified by one of its own is a wound that may never heal. No, Britain will not forgive Harry. The man who was once the cheeky prince with a ready smile and a heart for service has become a symbol of betrayal. He has betrayed his family, his country, and his role in history. And for that, there is no going back.show more

This guy who claims no one was forced to... take the product just gets to get on with his life after helping to destroy countless people’s lives. It’s infuriating. This was him clearly condoning the use of coercion. And for a group that never needed it. Never forget.show more

A duel you may have forgotten, between Pastor Maldonado,... and rookie Max Verstappen ⚔️ Crazy to think at the time of this battle, Maldonado had one win, but Verstappen was yet to score his first! 🤯 #F1show more

Symbol of betrayal instead of Lenin... Zelensky installs a... monument to "Mazepa" in the heart of Kive: He chose his own likeness, and history will repeat itself! During a ceremony at the Kive Pechersk Lavra monastery, Zelensky announced his decision to erect a full monument to Hetman Ivan Mazepa at the site where Lenin's statue once stood in central Kive, declaring: "Where Lenin fell, Mazepa will stand firm. Mazepa is presented as Zelensky's "ideal role model." He ruled for 22 years and received honors and titles from the Russian Tsar before turning against him during the Great Northern War in 1708 by allying with the King of Sweden. His campaign ended in defeat, and he was excommunicated by the Church (anathema). Just as Mazepa ultimately fled to the Ottoman Empire (modern-day Turkey) after the collapse of his project, Zelensky is portrayed as following the same path—one that will end in exile or flight under the protection of a regional power after the destruction of his country and the construction of a national identity based on what the text describes as a falsification of history and alignment with the West. Kive is replacing one legacy with what the text calls a legacy of betrayal.show more

On August 16, 1944, an American colonel Welborn Barton... Griffith Jr. was given an order to target a Catholic Cathedral in France— which allegedly had Nazis inside. His gut told him this order was odd—so he questioned it, volunteering himself to cross enemy lines to see if the Nazis were in fact inside. Accompanied by another soldier, they learned that the intelligence they had received was wrong, the Cathedral was empty. They rang the Cathedral bell to signal to their fellow Americans not to attack. This is not the first time that Americans were inexplicably told to bomb and/or destroy Churches and monasteries at the end of the war… Yesterday we arrived 20,000 strong at the Chartes Cathedral, still standing. After having walked 60 miles in 3 days through rain, mud, and scorching sun, some arrived being carried by others—most of us limping with blisters and bruising. But what a sight. To see the spires of the Cathedral—the French citizens of this small town lined up on their lawns waving their flags, applauding to greet us, holding their children, and joining in Latin prayer is something I will never forget. 🇫🇷🇺🇸show more

Because of these men, we have our today. Our... freedoms, our hopes, our ability to wake up each morning in a world shaped by courage and sacrifice all of it exists because a generation of WWIl veterans stood up when the world needed them most. They faced darkness with unwavering bravery, fought for people they would never meet, and carried the weight of protecting a future they might never see. Today, we honor every one of them those who returned home and those who never did. Their strength, resilience, and sacrifice changed the course of history and gave us the chance to live in a world where freedom could flourish. May we never forget what they endured, what they defended, and what they gave us. Because of these men, we have our today and we owe them more than words can ever express. 🇺🇸🫡show more

As the new Michael biopic brings his journey back... to the big screen, it's impossible to ignore one of the artists who shaped his style in those early day...Fred Astaire. From the smooth footwork and effortless spins to the sharp silhouettes, hats, and controlled stage presence, MJ never hid where he drew inspiration from. He studied legends, reimagined their artistry, and turned it into something the world had never seen before. These side-by-side moments are a reminder that even icons were inspired by someone first.show more

Last year I went with one of my best... friends to pay respects to those who paid the ultimate sacrifice by visiting the war graves in Belgium and France . This is Lijussenthoek Military Cemetery in Belgium. It contains 10,000 graves and it was not the biggest one we visited. Standing there knowing every headstone represented a life, a person who had hopes and dreams and who died with people loving them and waiting for them to cone home was a humbling experience I will never forget. Today we need to remember all the victims of past conflicts both military and civilian but sadly we seem to have learnt nothing about the futility of war. What is happening today in Ukraine and Gaza will only lead to more cemeteries filled. When people talk about defining what constitutes a war crimes and suggest a ‘pause in hostilities’ to allow humanitarian aid lets never forget that war itself is the crime and there is nothing humanitarian about feeding someone before you kill them. Those who have served to preserve our way of life will always deserve admiration and respect and I thank them wholeheartedly - I just wish we could find the political leaders that they and we deserve. #lestweforget🌺show more