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Among the Persian chronicles dealing with the eighteenth-century Punjab, Qazi Nur Muhammad's Jangnama occupies a position of singular importance. Historians regard it as one of the few surviving eyewitness accounts of the seventh invasion of Punjab in 1764–65. Although composed as a courtly narrative in praise of the Baloch ruler , its value extends far beyond its original literary purpose.

Almost every birthday begins in a similar manner.A flurry of texts and calls, friends and family offer blessings. A cake appears, candles are lit and then gifts are received in colorful papers and promises to make this coming year “our best till date.” Birthdays are indeed the one day when we are encouraged to pause and appreciate our own existence. Yet amid all this joy, I wonder: What if Guru Nanak Dev Ji were quietly sitting among us on our birthday, what gift would He ask us to give ourselves?

Your Child Has Something to Say This Summer. Let's Help Them Say It. Every parent wants their child to stay connected to Sikhi. We bring them to Gurdwara Sahib. We share stories about the Gurus, encourage seva, teach Gurbani, and celebrate Gurpurabs together because we hope those experiences stay with them for life. This summer, SikhNet invites children and youth around the world to take the next step on that journey.

Bhupinder Singh’s new book “Living Awake” offers an opportunity to subtly shift your outlook on what constitutes living in a profound way through exercising Bibek Budh (discerning intelligence) in order to free your mind from confines posed by duality. “Living Awake” invites you to explore consciousness, break barriers of depression, repression, and stress, aligning with irrepressible truth to achieve peace and fulfilment.

The Nihang Singh occupies a unique and revered place within the Sikh tradition as the living embodiment of the Khalsa ideal envisioned by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699. Distinguished by a distinctive martial appearance, unwavering adherence to Sikh discipline, and commitment to the defence of righteousness, the Nihang represents not merely a soldier but a spiritual warrior whose entire physical form serves as a visible manifestation of Sikh theology, history, and ethics.

Punjab occupies a unique position in Sikh history, civilization, and collective consciousness. It is not merely a geographical region but the birthplace of Sikhism, the arena of its institutional development, and the homeland where Sikh religious, political, literary, and cultural traditions evolved over more than five centuries. The intimate relationship between Punjab and the Sikhs has been shaped through spiritual revelation, political struggle, social reform, and cultural continuity.

Bhai Nand Lal Goya in his poetic tribute to Guru Hargobind Sahib , the sixth Sikh Guru, describes him as the embodiment of divine mercy, light, and knowledge. His name's components are interpreted symbolically, reflecting his attributes and significance. He is praised for his compassion, his role as a teacher, and his ability to uplift the downtrodden.

Submissions open July 1 to August 15, 2026. Open to participants worldwide. SikhNet Stories has spent the past few months exploring the theme of compassion through animation and storytelling. This summer, we invite young creators to carry that spirit forward in their own voice. Whether you write, draw, film, sing, or speak, this is your space to reflect on what Daya means to you and share it with the world.

On May 27, 2026, the Sikh community, especially the North American sangat, lost a deeply dedicated sevadar, mentor, and guide. Sardar Kuldeep Singh Ji (1939–2026) devoted much of his life to the service of the Khalsa Panth and played an important role in connecting children and youth growing up in the West to their Sikh roots. He lived a life of seva, sacrifice, and steady commitment.

Every year, on the hottest days of summer, we set up tables outside gurdwaras and pour cold, sweet chabeel for strangers passing by. Your child probably thinks it is because it is hot outside. And in a way, that is the beginning of the lesson. The Sweetness of Sehj is our newest release, and it tells the story of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib Ji's Shaheedi. Not just what happened, but what it means.