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Food has become such an important part of our holiday plans and choices that it is rare to take a break – be it overnight, for a long weekend or long-haul – without first thoroughly researching the food options. This is equally true when choosing a spa or well-being retreat. We may be on a…

“The View” co-hosts discuss the diverse candidates who were elected last night,including New Jersey’s fir… “It was a victory for diversity because in Hoboken New Jersey, they elected a Sikh for Mayor, Ravi Bhalla. And this is after these horrifying flyers went out. I figured people didn’t know what a Sikh was so if you…

Home ಭಾಷೆಯನ್ನು ಆಯ್ಕೆ ಮಾಡಿ​▼ Bibi Kiranjot Kaur Former General Secretary, Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) Bibi Kiranjot Kaur is a senior Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) member and has previously held the position of General Secretary of the SGPC. Kiranjot Kaur has deep personal interest in the Sikh heritage and has championed high profile conservation…

How Meditation Opens Genetic Fountain Of Youth In Your DNA The next time you complete a session of meditation, you are effectively younger than you were when you started. The human body continues to reveal the most incredible surprises. For example, just last week scientists announced the discovery of a brand new organ called the mesentery that has…

Karma Yoga What is Seva? Seva is a service you do without any hope or thought of reward. There are 22 forms of Yoga, and Karma Yoga is one of these paths.  The practice of Karma Yoga as a Kundalini Yogi develops grace and humility so that we can be both radiant and humble. Yogi…

As Sikhs all over the world prepare to celebrate Vaisakhi and the creation of the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh Sahib, the tenth Sikh master, the author offers a reflection on one of his most beloved compositions. Each time I get to this particular moment in my Nitnem (prayers, part of daily Sikh religious practice),…

As tens of thousands fled low-lying regions on the Feather River this week amid warnings of flooding from the rapidly filling Lake Oroville, Sacramento-area Sikh temples, including Shri Guru Ravidass, opened their doors to hundreds of evacuees. Each morning before the break of dawn, Nirmal Singh makes his way to a small stage at the…

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 13, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — White Sun, the Santa Monica, California-based band known for their pioneering musical interpretations of yogic mantras, has won 2017 GRAMMY Award in the “New Age” category for their album White Sun II. They were nominated alongside a stellar field of artists including Enya and Vangelis. White Sun’s lead singer and…

Wahe Guru Ji Ka Khalsa, Wahe Guru Ji Ki Fateh. This week, Sikhs around the world will honor the 350th anniversary of the birth of Guru Gobind Singh ji. Gurumustuk Singh is in Patna Sahib right now, and we will be publishing stories, photos and videos of events happening there. SikhNet will also have a…

Since November 9, a day after the Centre banned Rs.500 and Rs.1,000 notes, the Sis Ganj Gurdwara has seen hectic rush during lunch. About 500 kg of dal, 600 kg of vegetables and one tonne of rice is what it takes to feed thousands of people at the Sis Ganj Gurdwara in Chandni Chowk on an…

5 Ways to Meditate in Everyday Life or 5 Ways of Meditation in Gurbani? Bhagat Trilochan once visited Bhagat Namdev, a tailor by profession. Bhagat Trilochan thought Bhagat Namdev like other devotees would be sitting idle and meditating on God. But much to his astonishment, he found him occupied with his work. A very interesting…

Not Able to Attend the Raj Khalsa Yatra? You can still be a Part of this Important Historical Event! “To travel to a sacred place and celebrate Guru Gobind Singh together with so many others who live this lifestyle and are inspired by the Guru’s teachings, will be an honor for us.”  ~ Students from…

Most of us, if not all, have experienced our prayers being answered. It could be be a small thing like getting a parking space to a large thing like being blessed with a child. But how do prayers actually work, and how do we pray so that they will be answered? We don’t exactly believe that it is like…

Oct 6, 2015: Turmeric or Curcumin is a wonder herb and it has many health benefits. It’s bright orange, bitter and powerful. Turmeric is the vibrant ingredient that gives curry it’s memorable hue. If you’ve tried Indian cuisine, you’ve likely tasted it and loved it. This predominant spice is used generously in nearly all Indian…

EcoSikh www.ecosikh.org Press Release Washington Sikhs Back EcoSikh’s Green Agenda on Climate Change Washington DC, September 21, 2016 : Over 250 guests from all over the Washington and Baltimore area came together to support the activities of EcoSikh, a seven year old environmental group working on climate change and ecological issues on behalf of the…