Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Dec 15, 2009, 2:30 am
A charity based in Southall, called the Drug and Alcohol Action Programme (DAAP) will be joining forces with local Gurdwaras to address high rates of alcohol abuse taking place at Asian, particularly ...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Dec 14, 2009, 4:39 am
Vishavjit Singh’s work hardly needs any introduction in Sikhdom.  Since 2003, his Sikhtoons have become ubiquitous on those webpages where Sikhs are found.  It was the events of 9/11 that first pu...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Dec 11, 2009, 6:57 am
Yesterday was International Human Rights Day where people across the globe were asked to recognize and take action against the many forms of human rights abuses that take place in the world. A powerfu...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Dec 9, 2009, 2:01 am
It’s official.  Greenhouse gases (the ones that trap heat in the atmosphere) are bad for our health!  You may have known that for some time now, but the EPA just announced it on Monday so now,...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Dec 8, 2009, 4:23 pm
Click here to view the embedded video. 3 clicks could equal $25,000 Why would you not? Vote for ALL Sikh organizations. Stop putting it off, competition ends THIS THURSDAY!
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Dec 8, 2009, 2:30 am
A few weeks ago we posted about the issue of women in Punjab marrying men from outside of Punjab, to only be deserted by them after marriage. The post created a colorful (although often one-sided) dia...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Dec 7, 2009, 5:49 am
Original post can be seen here. News continues to filter in and the dust settles.  While the violence of yesterday has passed the ramifications are still to be seen. The death toll continues to cli...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Dec 6, 2009, 1:37 am
Ludhiana remains tense.  Currently it is under curfew. The Punjab Police has never been a force for the people.  It neither serves nor protects, unless you are part of the Indian establishment, gov...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Dec 5, 2009, 6:00 am
Blogged by: Amol Singh In events and programs highlighted at remembering 25 years since 1984, the most vocal criticisms of these remembrances revolve around a desire to forgive or forget.  For many ...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Dec 4, 2009, 6:59 am
In the coming New Year spend January attending two Sikh events-one in Canada and the other in the United States.  The Toronto Sikh Retreat and Surat Sikh Conference will be taking place during the fi...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Dec 3, 2009, 4:30 am
Guest blogged by sikhpulse Before a beaded string of musical melodies lies a riddle. This riddle, composed by Guru Arjan Dev Ji, provides much clarity and purpose when revealed. Mundavani, one of th...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Dec 2, 2009, 7:22 am
Recent coverage on The Langar Hall led us to celebrate the victory in Surrey of the YOUTH SLATE.  Now here in the United States we have the formation of the SIKH SLATE. 8 Sikh organizations (Ensaaf,...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Dec 2, 2009, 2:01 am
I normally only watch Bollywood, if ever, to laugh.  At the acting, the ridiculous stereotypes, the loony drama. Though when the bad acting, ridiculous stereotypes, and loony drama are played out by...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Dec 1, 2009, 5:00 am
December 1st is World AIDS Day.  Each year on this day we take the time to consider the impact HIV and AIDS has had on people around the globe.  This year’s focus is on Universal Access and Hu...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 30, 2009, 5:43 am
25 seconds of your time could lead to $25,000 for your community.  Don’t get Billa angry! Click here to view the embedded video. Please help spread this video to all your friends and family!�...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 30, 2009, 2:29 am
It was only a matter of time.  Indira Gandhi created many myths during her tyranny.  She created the myth of herself as ‘Kali’, the goddess of destruction following the war in Bangladesh in 1971...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 27, 2009, 6:55 am
Many  politicians in America and Canada appeal to their Sikh constituents by visiting local Gurdwaras.  Sometimes these visits include a brief speech and other times just a saroopa. Regardless, it&#...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 24, 2009, 2:21 am
Almost two years ago I blogged about an NPR story that highlighted the issue of Runaway Grooms. Today, I once again write about the same issue – this time the media terms it “Holiday Bride...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 23, 2009, 5:10 am
3 clicks are all it takes.  JPMorgan Chase Bank partnered up with Facebook to have sort of an “American Idol” of charity giving.  The 100 charities with the most votes by December 10th will rece...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 20, 2009, 3:14 am
Last weekend I attended the Sikh Lens Sikh Art and Film Festival in Hollywood. I have attended film festivals all over North America and strongly believe in their need and presence in our community. M...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 19, 2009, 2:31 am
I was really moved by this audio essay from Cecilia Muñoz titled “A Little Outrage Can Take You a Long Way” on NPR’s This I Believe segment. In her reflection on activism, I connec...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 18, 2009, 2:03 am
Two great events are happening this Saturday: in San Francisco- “Women in 1984″; in New York- Lahir. If you’re anywhere near either of these 2 cities, you better be there, or you...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 17, 2009, 5:00 am
To be or not to be? Well, apparently for Surjit Singh Hans – it is to be. Hans, an academia based in Mohali, is undergoing the feat of translating Shakespeare’s work into Punjabi.  Hans r...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 16, 2009, 7:34 am
Although Gurdwara elections are usually not celebratory topics, the news surrounding the Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara in Surrey is especially noteworthy. We have covered the topic in the past a few times...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 13, 2009, 6:15 am
Flu season along with H1N1 are in full swing right now.  We worry about catching it at schools, in airports, and work.  Often we hear of recommendations for people to stay home if they are sick so t...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 11, 2009, 2:01 am
By neglecting art, we’ve been neglecting our spirituality. And perhaps vice versa.  Perhaps we could practice receiving a little more, instead of doing, as we normally do. Most of us, especial...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 10, 2009, 2:00 pm
Kash Gill, who grew up as a farm worker, will be sworn in today as Yuba City’s first Punjabi-American mayor.  As many of you know, Yuba City (often referred to as the pindh of California), has ...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 10, 2009, 3:37 am
This weekend Sikhlens will be presenting its annual Sikh Art and Film Festival 2009.  The film festival showcases the best in Sikh movie-making talents from around the globe.  It also presents a for...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 9, 2009, 4:05 am
Guest Blogged by: Harinder Singh Last week I walked into the first exhibition to “comprehensively” explore the extraordinarily rich culture of the maharajas.  “Maharaja – the splendor of Ind...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 6, 2009, 6:09 am
The role of Sikh women often remembered in 1984 is that of victim.  Yes women were raped, killed, and left to care for their families when their male relatives were kidnapped and killed.  However, t...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 5, 2009, 5:02 am
On Tuesday (November 3rd, 2009), various Panthic groups (’radical’ Sikh organizations, if you follow Indian newspapers) called for a peaceful shutdown of stores, businesses, and state serv...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 4, 2009, 2:01 am
History often remembers transformative figures through the public images they become.  Glimpses and insights into their private lives are rare.  So an interview with Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale&...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 3, 2009, 4:39 am
Through Sukhmani Sahibs, conferences, scholarships, film festivals, floats, and even ongoing camps, the Jakara Movement adds the next event to its on-going “Remember 1984″ campaign. This Nove...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 3, 2009, 2:02 am
25 years ago history was made for several different reasons.  Today, as we reflect on the invasion, on the assassination, and on the massacres, we come across multiple news articles which provide inf...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 2, 2009, 12:36 pm
This past weekend was the 30th Annual Yuba City Nagar Kirtan (sometimes called the Sikh Parade).  Thousands from all over California and beyond gathered for the weekend, doubling the population of sl...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Nov 2, 2009, 12:34 pm
Gurpurab Greetings!  As many of you know, today is Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s gurpurab.  Guru Nanak Dev Ji bestowed much upon us, including the concepts of Naam Japna, Kirat Karni, and Vand Chakna. ...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Oct 30, 2009, 6:52 am
Domestic violence organizations often use helplines to reach a larger population, while providing an anonymous format to offer help. The Punjab Government implemented a community health helpline 20 da...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Oct 29, 2009, 2:08 pm
I was just forwarded the link to a photo essay which speaks volumes for children who grew up in the shadows of the 1984 riots in Delhi.  Photographer Sanjay Austa has shared pictures and stories of ...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Oct 28, 2009, 2:01 am
In keeping with a spirit of Remembrance and quest for Justice as the 25th anniversary of the Nov. 3, 1984 pogrom in Delhi nears, don’t miss out on these East Coast events! Many events have been ...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Oct 27, 2009, 2:01 am
Those of you who know my blogging tendencies, know that I wouldn’t pass up an opportunity to post about our favorite New Yorker!  Waris Ahluwalia’s recent presence in Vogue (hat tip: Anan...
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Jodha S. posted an article on The Langar Hall - Oct 20, 2009, 2:05 am
While everyone seems to be pretty excited about Kamaljit topping the Billboard charts – it seems that Jay Sean is not the only musician from our community who is gaining a ton of attention latel...
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