Pakistan issues special coin to mark Guru Nanak’s birth anniv
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Pakistan issues special coin to mark Guru Nanak’s birth anniv

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan has issued a commemorative coin to mark Guru Nanak’s 555th birth anniversary as more than 2,500 Indian Sikhs pilgrims who were here to attend the special occasion departed for their homes on Saturday. The special commemorative coin of PKR 55 denomination has on one side a picture of Gurdwara Janam Asthan Nankana Sahib and ‘555th Birthday Celebrations’ and ‘SRI GURU NANAK DEV JI 1469-2024’ written above and below it respectively. The celebrations to mark the 555th birth anniversary – which was on November 14 -- started last week at the Gurdwara Janam Asthan Nankana Sahib, where the founder of Sikh religion was born. Meanwhile, Punjab’s first Sikh Minister and Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Prabandhak Committee pardhan Ramesh Singh Arora along with Additional Secretary Shrines of the Evacuee Trust Property Board Saifullah Khokhar bid farewell to the Indian Sikh pilgrims at the Wagah Border on Saturday.

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555th Birth Anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Celebrated with Great Pomp
1 month, 3 weeks ago

555th Birth Anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Celebrated with Great Pomp

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad:The 555th Prakash Purab of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism, was celebrated by thousands of Sikh devotees and people from other faiths across Telangana. The preachers emphasised the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev on national integration, peace, brotherhood, and communal harmony. Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted people and wished that Guru Nanak’s teachings inspire people to further …

Pakistan: Hindu Pilgrim Shot Dead Near Nankana Sahib Ahead Of Guru Nanak Gurpurab
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan: Hindu Pilgrim Shot Dead Near Nankana Sahib Ahead Of Guru Nanak Gurpurab

ABP News  

Pakistan News: A Pakistani Hindu from Larkana in Sindh province of Pakistan was killed near Nankana Sahib late Wednesday night. The incident took place near Chak 572, Bhagaur, on the Mananwala-Nankana Sahib Road, and the assailants were said to be a gang of robber, a Dawn report said. According to the complainant, the report said, Akshat Kumar from Osta Muhammad, …

Pakistan: Over 2,550 Sikh pilgrims from India arrive in Lahore for Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary celebrations
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Pakistan: Over 2,550 Sikh pilgrims from India arrive in Lahore for Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary celebrations

India TV News  

Lahore: Over 2,550 Sikh pilgrims from India arrived here on Thursday to participate in festivities marking the 555th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev. Evacuee Trust Property Board Secretary Fareed Iqbal, Additional Secretary Shrines Saifullah Khokhar, and Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Prabandhak Committee president Ramesh Singh Arora -- also a minority minister in Maryam Nawaz's cabinet in Punjab -- welcomed the …

Pakistan: Hindu pilgrim on way to attend 555th birth anniversary event at Nankana Sahib shot dead
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan: Hindu pilgrim on way to attend 555th birth anniversary event at Nankana Sahib shot dead

India TV News  

A Pakistani Hindu pilgrim, who was going to attend the 555th birth anniversary celebrations of Guru Nanak Dev in Nankana Sahib, was shot dead by robbers in Pakistan, the police said on Friday. 2,550 Indians arrive in Pakistan Notably, on Friday, the main event of Sikh Guru Sri Guru Nanak's birth anniversary was held in Gurdwara Janamsthan Nankana Sahib, in …

Over 2,500 Sikh pilgrims reach Pakistan for gurpurb
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Over 2,500 Sikh pilgrims reach Pakistan for gurpurb

Hindustan Times  

A 2,551-member Sikh jatha left for Pakistan via the Attari-Wagah border on Thursday to take part in the celebration of Parkash Gurpurb of Guru Nanak at Nankana Sahib, the birth place of Sikhism’s founder. The pilgrims were seen off by the SGPC office-bearers and officials including chief secretary Kulwant Singh Manan at the Golden Temple. On the Pakistan side, office-bearers …

Happy Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Top 30 wishes, images, greetings, WhatsApp and Facebook status to share on Gurpurab
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Happy Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Top 30 wishes, images, greetings, WhatsApp and Facebook status to share on Gurpurab

Hindustan Times  

Happy Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: The auspicious festival of Guru Nanak Jayanti will be celebrated by Sikhs across the globe on Friday, November 15. Happy Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Send these wishes, greetings and images to your loved ones on Gurpurab. Happy Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Wishes and images to share on Gurpurab This year, Guru Nanak Jayanti falls on …

Bank holiday for Guru Nanak Jayanti and Kartik Purnima: List of states, other details
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Bank holiday for Guru Nanak Jayanti and Kartik Purnima: List of states, other details

Hindustan Times  

Guru Nanak Jayanti and Kartik Purnima will be both celebrated on Friday, November 15, 2024, due to which, bank branches in some parts of the country will remain closed as per the mandate of the Reserve Bank of India. A devotee lights a candle at Golden Temple on Guru Nanak Jayanti, in Amritsar, in 2023 Which states will have a …

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Date, timings, history, rituals and significance of Guru Purab
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Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Date, timings, history, rituals and significance of Guru Purab

Hindustan Times  

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Gurpurab, also known as Guru Nanak Prakash Utsav or Guru Nanak Jayanti, celebrates the birth of Guru Nanak, the first Sikh guru. Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024 date and timings This year, the auspicious festival will be celebrated by Sikhs around the world with utmost love and reverence on Friday, November 15. According to Drik Panchang, the …

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Who was Guru Nanak Dev?
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Who was Guru Nanak Dev?

India Today  

Guru Nanak Jayanti, celebrated on Kartik Purnima, marks the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism and an icon of universal brotherhood, compassion, and service. This year, on November 15, devotees will commemorate the 555th anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev’s birth, honoring his teachings and lifelong message of unity and humility. Guru Nanak Jayanti, celebrated on …

Happy Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: History, significance, and facts
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Happy Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: History, significance, and facts

India Today  

Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Gurpurab, celebrates the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism and its first Guru. HISTORY OF GURU NANAK JAYANTI Guru Nanak Dev Ji was born on April 15, 1469, in Talwandi, a village now known as Nankana Sahib in Pakistan. TRADITIONAL CELEBRATIONS Guru Nanak Jayanti begins with early morning processions …

Over 2,500 Sikh pilgrims from India arrive in Pakistan for Guru Nanak's birth anniversary celebrations
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Over 2,500 Sikh pilgrims from India arrive in Pakistan for Guru Nanak's birth anniversary celebrations

New Indian Express  

LAHORE: Over 2,550 Sikh pilgrims from India arrived here on Thursday to participate in festivities marking the 555th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev. Evacuee Trust Property Board Secretary Fareed Iqbal, Additional Secretary Shrines Saifullah Khokhar, and Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Prabandhak Committee president Ramesh Singh Arora—also a minority minister in Maryam Nawaz's cabinet in Punjab—welcomed the pilgrims at the Wagah …

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Why Sikhs celebrate Gurpurab? Here’s history of the festival
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Why Sikhs celebrate Gurpurab? Here’s history of the festival

Live Mint  

One of the most important festivals among the Sikh communities across India and the globe is Guru Nanak Jayanti, which is celebrated with great fervour. Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Significance The founder of Sikhism, Guru Nanak Dev Ji, was the first of the ten Sikh gurus, a philosopher, poet, and a spiritual leader. Guru Nanak Jayanti: History Guru Nanak Dev …

Pak issues over 3k visas to Sikh pilgrims for Gurpurb
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Pak issues over 3k visas to Sikh pilgrims for Gurpurb

Hindustan Times  

Amid reports that many pilgrims have been denied Pakistan visa to attend celebrations of Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary at Nankana Sahib, Pakistan high commission at New Delhi on Sunday made it clear that it has issued visas to over 3,000 Sikh pilgrims. On Saturday, SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami said that nearly 65% of pilgrims whose names were sent by …

Pakistan grants 3,000 visas to Indian Sikhs for Guru Nanak birthday celebrations from 14-23 November
2 months ago

Pakistan grants 3,000 visas to Indian Sikhs for Guru Nanak birthday celebrations from 14-23 November

Live Mint  

Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi has issued over 3000 visas to Sikh pilgrims from India to participate in the birthday celebrations of Guru Nanak to be held in Pakistan from 14-23 November 2024. Guru Nanak Jayanti Every year, Guru Nanak Jayanti is celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu lunar month of Kartik to celebrate the Sikh …

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2023: Firecrackers Illuminate Amritsar Sky On 554th Prakash Parv. Watch
1 year, 1 month ago

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2023: Firecrackers Illuminate Amritsar Sky On 554th Prakash Parv. Watch

ABP News  

Amritsar on Monday witnessed a spectacular display of firecrackers as the city celebrated the 554th Prakash Parv of Shri Guru Nanak Dev. #WATCH | Punjab | Firecrackers light up the sky in Amritsar, Golden Temple illuminated on the occasion of the 554th Prakash Parv of Shri Guru Nanak Dev. pic.twitter.com/9zaqAIiGNf — ANI November 27, 2023 Devotees in Srinagar, Jammu and …

Guru Nanak Jayanti Bank holiday: Check list of states where banks are shut today
1 year, 1 month ago

Guru Nanak Jayanti Bank holiday: Check list of states where banks are shut today

Hindustan Times  

All government offices, schools and banks in some states will remain closed on Monday, November 27, on the occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti - also known as Guru Nanak Dev Ji Gurpurab or Guru Nanak's Prakash Utsav. Guru Nanak Jayanti Bank holiday today The Reserve Bank of India has released a state-wise list of where banks will remain closed today. …

3,000 Sikhs arrive in Pakistan to participate in festivities on 554th birth anniversary of faith founder Guru Nanak
1 year, 1 month ago

3,000 Sikhs arrive in Pakistan to participate in festivities on 554th birth anniversary of faith founder Guru Nanak

Firstpost  

Evacuee Trust Property Board Additional Secretary Rana Shahid Saleem, Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Prabandhak Committee Pardhan Sardar Ameer Singh and other officials greeted the visiting pilgrims at the Lahore border Around 3,000 Indian Sikhs arrived here in Pakistan’s Punjab province on Saturday through the Wagah Border to participate in the festivities in connection with the 554th birth anniversary of Baba Guru …

Gurpurab 2023: Sikh Jatha Departs For Pakistan To Pay Obeisance To Guru Nanak Dev — WATCH
1 year, 1 month ago

Gurpurab 2023: Sikh Jatha Departs For Pakistan To Pay Obeisance To Guru Nanak Dev — WATCH

ABP News  

A 'Sikh Jatha' left New Delhi on Friday for Pakistan to partake in the darshan of Gurdwaras in celebration of the 554th Birthday of Baba Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikh religion. #WATCH | A 'Sikh Jatha' leaves from Delhi for Pakistan for the darshan of Gurdwaras in Pakistan on the occasion of Parkash Gurpurab of Sri Guru Nanak …

4 times when Indian government launched special coins
1 year, 7 months ago

4 times when Indian government launched special coins

India Today  

The Indian government has launched special coins on various occasions to commemorate significant events and honour eminent personalities. COMMEMORATION OF MAHATMA GANDHI'S 150TH BIRTH ANNIVERSARY: In 2019, on the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary, the Indian government released a special ₹150 coin to pay tribute to the Father of the Nation. BIRTH CENTENARY OF MOTHER TERESA: In 2010, …

65-year-old Indian pilgrim dies of heart attack at Nankana Sahib in Pakistan
1 year, 8 months ago

65-year-old Indian pilgrim dies of heart attack at Nankana Sahib in Pakistan

Hindustan Times  

A 65-year-old Indian Sikh pilgrim who arrived here to attend the 'Vaisakhi Mela' festivities died of a heart attack, officials said on Wednesday. Jokindar Singh, a resident of Taij Buhadar Nagar, Jalandhar, arrived in Lahore via Wagah Border last Sunday and died of a heart attack on Tuesday, Evacuee Trust Property Board spokesperson Amir Hashmi told PTI. "Singh who was …

President, PM Modi and other leaders extend greetings on Guru Nanak Jayanti
2 years, 2 months ago

President, PM Modi and other leaders extend greetings on Guru Nanak Jayanti

Hindustan Times  

On the occasion of the 553rd birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism and first of the ten Sikh gurus, President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and other leaders across political parties on Tuesday extended their greetings to people across country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi participates in the 553rd Birth Anniversary celebration of Sri Guru Nanak …

In pics | Sikh devotees gather to celebrate Guru Nanak Jayanti eve
2 years, 2 months ago

In pics | Sikh devotees gather to celebrate Guru Nanak Jayanti eve

Hindustan Times  

In pics | Sikh devotees gather to celebrate Guru Nanak Jayanti eve A day ahead of Guru Nanak Jayanti, Sikh devotees were seen carrying Guru Granth Sahib - the holy book in Sikhism - in a special golden palanquin, during a procession on Monday. 2 / 8 View Photos in a new improved layout Devotees perform Nagar Kirtan as they …

Happy Guru Nanak Jayanti 2021: Some wishes, messages and quotes to share with loved ones on Gurpurab – Firstpost
3 years, 1 month ago

Happy Guru Nanak Jayanti 2021: Some wishes, messages and quotes to share with loved ones on Gurpurab – Firstpost

Firstpost  

Guru Nanak Jayanti or Gurpurab is celebrated on the auspicious occasion of Kartik Purnima, 15 days after Diwali. Guru Nanak Jayanti is one of the most significant and auspicious festivals of the Sikh community and it is widely celebrated all over the globe with religious fervour. This year, the auspicious occasion of the 552nd birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev …

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2021: From how day is celebrated to its history, all you need to know
3 years, 1 month ago

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2021: From how day is celebrated to its history, all you need to know

Firstpost  

This is one of the most auspicious Sikh festivals and falls on the day of Kartik Purnima according to the lunar calendar. Guru Nanak Jayanti is celebrated on the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev, who was the founder of Sikhism and also the first of the 10 Sikh gurus. This year’s Guru Nanak Jayanti celebrations will mark the 552 …

Guru Nanak's birth anniversary will see 8,000 Sikh pilgrims: Pak minister
3 years, 1 month ago

Guru Nanak's birth anniversary will see 8,000 Sikh pilgrims: Pak minister

Hindustan Times  

More than 8,000 Sikh pilgrims from all over the world will visit Pakistan to celebrate the 552nd birth anniversary of the Sikh faith's founder, Guru Nanak Dev, the country's federal minister for information, Fawad Chaudhry, said on Saturday. Indian pilgrims at the Gurdwara Nankana Sahib in Pakistan Pakistan has given visas to 855 Indian Sikh pilgrims to visit Gurdwara Nankana …

Gurupurab 2020: Big B, Varun Dhawan, Raveena Tandon; Celebs wish fans on Guru Nanak Jayanti
4 years, 1 month ago

Gurupurab 2020: Big B, Varun Dhawan, Raveena Tandon; Celebs wish fans on Guru Nanak Jayanti

India TV News  

Guru Nanak Jayanti is celebrated to mark the birth anniversary of the first of ten Sikh Gurus, Guru Nanak Dev. Ajay Devgn wrote, "It’s the 551st Prakash Parv of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. On this occasion, I hope & pray for our Nation, our loved ones, and for Global Harmony Jo bole so nihaal, Sat Sri Akal #waheGuru #GuruNanakJayanti", while …

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2020: Taapsee Pannu, Diljit Dosanjh, Sunny Deol, Nimrat Kaur post wishes on social media
4 years, 1 month ago

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2020: Taapsee Pannu, Diljit Dosanjh, Sunny Deol, Nimrat Kaur post wishes on social media

Firstpost  

This year, Guru Nanak Jayanti is even more special as 30 November it marks the 551st birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Gurupurab, one of the holiest festivals of the Sikh community, is celebrated across the country to mark the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev. This year, Gurupurab is even more special as 30 …

Here's Why Gurupurab is Celebrated
4 years, 1 month ago

Here's Why Gurupurab is Celebrated

News 18  

Guru Nanak Jayanti or Guru Nanak Dev Ji Gurupurab is the festival where Sikhs celebrate the birth of their first guru — Guru Nanak. In most gurdwaras, a non-stop reading of the holy book of the Sikhs called Guru Granth Sahib is also done. On Guru Nanak Jayanti, the celebrations start with Amrit Vela at around 4 am in the …

Celebrate the birth of Guru Nanak Dev, by knowing more historical events related to April 15
4 years, 8 months ago

Celebrate the birth of Guru Nanak Dev, by knowing more historical events related to April 15

India TV News  

April 15 has special significance for the followers of Sikhism as on this day the birthday of Guru Nanak Dev, the first Guru and the founder of Sikhism is celebrated. Baba Nanak was born on 15 April 1469 in Rai Bhoi Ki Talwandi, now called Nankana Sahib to Baba Mehta Kalu and Mata Tripta. The full moon day of Kartik …

Hyderabad: Thousands celebrate ‘Prakash Utsav’ with religious fervour
5 years, 1 month ago

Hyderabad: Thousands celebrate ‘Prakash Utsav’ with religious fervour

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The Prakash Utsav to mark the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, the first Sikh guru, concluded on Tuesday with thousands of people celebrating the festival with religious fervour, gaiety and devotion. The major attraction of the concluding event of the three-day celebration was the presence of 25,000 Sikh devotees in the Vishaal Deewan at Exhibition Ground, Nampally. He …

Amitabh Bachchan, Taapsee Pannu and others extend wishes on Guru Nanak Jayanti
5 years, 1 month ago

Amitabh Bachchan, Taapsee Pannu and others extend wishes on Guru Nanak Jayanti

India TV News  

Guru Nanak Jayanti, which marks the birth anniversary of first Sikh Guru, is celebrated across the globe. Bollywood stars -- Amitabh Bachchan, Hema Malini, Taapsee Pannu, Diljit Dosanjh, Sonakshi Sinha and Kapil Sharma among others -- took to Twitter and Instagram to wish everyone on Guru Nanak Jayanti. Isha Kopikkar wrote, ''Satguru nanak pargatya miti dhund jag chanan hoa || …

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2019: Gurupurab celebrations begin with fervour to mark 550th anniversary of Sikhism founder
5 years, 1 month ago

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2019: Gurupurab celebrations begin with fervour to mark 550th anniversary of Sikhism founder

Firstpost  

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2019: This year, Gurupurab is even more special as on 12 November it marks the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev ji, the first of the 10 Sikh gurus. Guru Nanak Jayanti 2019: Also known as Gurupurab, Guru Nanak Jayanti is celebrated across the country to mark the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev, the founder …

Sea of devotees throng historic Sikh shrine in Punjab
5 years, 1 month ago

Sea of devotees throng historic Sikh shrine in Punjab

India TV News  

A sea of devotees from across the country thronged the historic Gurdwara Ber Sahib here on Monday, a day ahead of the 550th birth anniversary of the first Sikh guru, Guru Nanak Dev. The highly revered Gurdwara Ber Sahib is where Guru Nanak gained enlightenment at the end of the 15th century. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 9 morning …

Tens of thousands converge on Guru Nanak Dev's holy town
5 years, 2 months ago

Tens of thousands converge on Guru Nanak Dev's holy town

India TV News  

Tens of thousands of devotees from across the globe are converging every day in this holy town associated with the founder of Sikhism, Guru Nanak Dev, whose 550th birth anniversary falls on Tuesday. The other highlight is the Punjab School Education Board's exhibition of paintings and calligraphy by students from government schools to emulate the philosophy and life of Guru …

Can Kartarpur lead to better India-Pak ties?
5 years, 2 months ago

Can Kartarpur lead to better India-Pak ties?

Deccan Chronicle  

The 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak kicks off on November 9, three days before the regular pilgrimage, with a high-level Indian delegation traversing the Kartarpur Corridor, consisting of 500-odd handpicked pilgrims. Reviled by right-wing opinion as a Pakistani stooge, his popularity among the Sikh masses, especially in Punjab, is high as he is seen as having obtained Pakistani agreement …

Religious congregation to mark Guru Nanak's anniversary
5 years, 2 months ago

Religious congregation to mark Guru Nanak's anniversary

India TV News  

To mark the 550th Parkash Purb of Guru Nanak Dev, the Punjab government has set up an exhibition showcasing life and teachings of the first Sikh guru near Guru Nanak Darbar here, an event orgainsers said on Friday. Punjab Digital Library Director Davinderpal Singh said coins made of gold, silver and copper have been displayed in the exhibition, besides commemorative …

No $20 fee for Indian pilgrims using Kartarpur corridor on Nov 9, Pakistan makes another U-turn
5 years, 2 months ago

No $20 fee for Indian pilgrims using Kartarpur corridor on Nov 9, Pakistan makes another U-turn

India Today  

Hours after saying that Pakistan will charge Indian pilgrims $20 facilitation fee for using the Kartarpur Corridor to visit the Gurdwara Darbar Sahib, the Imran Khan government made another U-turn and announced a waiver for November 9 and 12. The pilgrims will travel to Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Narowal district of Pakistan's Punjab province through the Kartarpur Corridor which is …

Nankana Sahib in Pakistan lit up ahead of Guru Nanak Dev's 550th birth anniversary
5 years, 2 months ago

Nankana Sahib in Pakistan lit up ahead of Guru Nanak Dev's 550th birth anniversary

India Today  

Gurdwara Nankana Sahib in Pakistan's Punjab province is decked up with lights to mark the 550th birth anniversary of Sikhism founder Guru Nanak Dev. This comes as over one thousand Sikh pilgrims from India are visiting various sacred shrines in Pakistan's Hassanabdal city as part of the 'Nagar Kirtan', a religious procession, held to mark the 550th birth anniversary of …

Pakistan issues coin to mark Guru Nanak's 550th birth anniversary, ahead of Kartarpur corridor inauguration on 9 November
5 years, 2 months ago

Pakistan issues coin to mark Guru Nanak's 550th birth anniversary, ahead of Kartarpur corridor inauguration on 9 November

Firstpost  

The coin comes ahead of the inauguration of the Kartarpur corridor by prime minister Imran Khan on 9 November Islamabad: Pakistan on Wednesday issued a commemorative coin to mark Guru Nanak’s 550th birth anniversary in November. The year 2019 marks the 550th birth anniversary year of Sikhism founder Guru Nanak Dev, whose birthplace is Sri Nankana Sahib in Pakistan. Last …

Pakistan issues commemorative coin to mark Guru Nanak’s 550th anniversary
5 years, 2 months ago

Pakistan issues commemorative coin to mark Guru Nanak’s 550th anniversary

The Hindu  

Pakistan on October 30 issued a commemorative coin to mark Guru Nanak’s 550th birth anniversary in November. “Pakistan issues commemorative coin to mark the 550th anniversary of Guru Nanak Devji,” Khan said in the post. Last November, both India and Pakistan agreed to set up the Kartarpur corridor to link the historic Gurdwara Darbar Sahib - the final resting place …

Kartarpur Corridor: Pakistan to issue 10,000 visas to Sikh pilgrims
5 years, 2 months ago

Kartarpur Corridor: Pakistan to issue 10,000 visas to Sikh pilgrims

India TV News  

On the occasion of 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak in November this year, Pakistan will issue 10,000 visas to Sikh pilgrims. The pilgrims will proceed to the Wagah railway station from the Atari railway station and then start their journey to the Nankana Sahib. Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Committee chief Sardar Satwant Singh has invited Sikhs from across the world …

Pakistan to start visa process for Sikh pilgrims on September 1
5 years, 4 months ago

Pakistan to start visa process for Sikh pilgrims on September 1

The Hindu  

Pakistan will start a month-long visa process starting September 1 for the Sikh pilgrims from India and other countries who plans to attend the 550 birth anniversary of Baba Guru Nanak in November. “Visa process for the Sikh pilgrims from India and other countries will start from September 1 and complete by September 30 in connection with 550 birth anniversary …

500 more Indians allowed by Pakistan to attend Sikh festival
5 years, 5 months ago

500 more Indians allowed by Pakistan to attend Sikh festival

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan on Tuesday allowed a special group of a little more than 500 Indian Sikh pilgrims to join an event at Nankana Sahib that will launch celebrations marking the upcoming 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism. The Pakistan high commission in New Delhi issued visas to the Indian pilgrims on July 26. “These pilgrims are scheduled …

500 Indian Sikhs arrive in Pakistan to attend Guru Nanak's 550th birth anniversary celebrations
5 years, 5 months ago

500 Indian Sikhs arrive in Pakistan to attend Guru Nanak's 550th birth anniversary celebrations

Firstpost  

Some 500 Indian Sikhs arrived in Pakistan on Tuesday to take part in celebrations related to the 550th birth anniversary of Sikh faith founder Guru Nanak Dev. Lahore: Some 500 Indian Sikhs arrived in Pakistan on Tuesday to take part in celebrations in connection with the 550th birth anniversary of Sikh faith founder Guru Nanak Dev. These pilgrims are scheduled …

500 Sikh pilgrims visit Nankana Sahib in Pakistan
5 years, 5 months ago

500 Sikh pilgrims visit Nankana Sahib in Pakistan

The Quint  

Amritsar: Sikh devotees all set to leave for Pakistan to participate in 550th birth anniversary celebrations of Guru Nanak Dev, from Amritsar on July 30, 2019. A team of over 500 Sikh pilgrims was given the visa by Pakistan to visit the Nankana Sahib as part of the 550th birth anniversary celebrations of Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism, …

Punjab CM Amarinder Singh for passport, visa-free travel on Kartarpur Corridor
5 years, 9 months ago

Punjab CM Amarinder Singh for passport, visa-free travel on Kartarpur Corridor

Live Mint  

Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Sunday welcomed the Union Home Ministry decision to fast track the development of the Kartarpur Corridor, but demanded "passport and visa free `khule darshan' for pilgrims visiting the historic gurdwara" across the international border with Pakistan. "Welcome decision of @HMOIndia to build #KartarpurCorridor on fast track basis to enable Sikh pilgrims to visit the …

Allow access to all pilgrims at Kartapur Sahib, not just Sikhs: Amarinder Singh to Pakistan
5 years, 11 months ago

Allow access to all pilgrims at Kartapur Sahib, not just Sikhs: Amarinder Singh to Pakistan

India TV News  

Protesting against Pakistan's reported proposal to allow only Sikh pilgrims inside the historic Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara, Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Wednesday said Guru Nanak Dev was a universal guru revered by followers of all religions, especially Hindus. A large number of Hindus in India were ardent followers of Guru Nanak Dev, founder of Sikhism, and it was their …

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