Ik Onkar: After Kartarpur, Amarinder, Yogi call for open access to Nankana Sahib
5 years, 1 month ago

Ik Onkar: After Kartarpur, Amarinder, Yogi call for open access to Nankana Sahib

India TV News  

Sultanpur Lodhi/Lucknow: Guru Nanak Dev's 550th birth anniversary and opening of Kartarpur Sahib Corridor has brought together Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh and UP CM Yogi Adityanath for the first time on the issue of opening up of more gurdwaras for people across the border in Pakistan. On Tuesday, Captain Amarinder Singh said he would urge Prime Minister Narendra Modi to persuade Pakistan to grant Indian devotees open access to other historic gurdwaras too across the border. In Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi said the day is not far when people from the country would be able to visit Nankana Sahib in Pakistan's Punjab province, as he congratulated PM Narendra Modi for the opening of the Kartarpur Sahib corridor. The day is not far when we will be able to go to Nankana Sahib," Yogi Adityanath was quoted by PTI on the 550th birth anniversary of Sikhism founder Guru Nanak Dev.

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Guru Nanak Dev inspired us to worship God: Yogi
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Guru Nanak Dev inspired us to worship God: Yogi

Hindustan Times  

A society rooted in heritage and ideals can never be enslaved, said Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on the occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti here on Friday. Yogi Adityanath also highlighted how Guru Nanak’s teachings evolved into a powerful tradition under Guru Gobind Singh. Yogi also highlighted how Guru Nanak’s teachings evolved into a powerful tradition under Guru Gobind …

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, …

Gurupurab 2024: What can students gain from Guru Nanak Dev's teachings? | Details Here
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Gurupurab 2024: What can students gain from Guru Nanak Dev's teachings? | Details Here

India TV News  

Today is the birth anniversary of the Guru Nanak Dev Ji, which is celebrated as ''Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti'' or ''Gurupurab''- one of the most important festivals for the followers of the religion of Sikhism. Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak Dev. What can students gain from Guru …

Nankana Sahib: 10 Things To Know About The Pakistan City Where Guru Nanak Was Born
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nankana Sahib: 10 Things To Know About The Pakistan City Where Guru Nanak Was Born

ABP News  

Guru Nanak Gurpurb: Nestled in the heart of Pakistan's Punjab province, the sacred city of Nankana Sahib located around 80 km towards the west from Lahore holds unparalleled significance for Sikhs across the globe. This holy city, once known as Raipur and later Rai-Bhoi-di-Talwandi, was renamed Nankana Sahib after Guru Nanak's birth. The legends surrounding Guru Nanak's birth, his upbringing, …

Pakistan: Over 2,550 Sikh pilgrims from India arrive in Lahore for Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary celebrations
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

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 …

How Guru Nanak's journey from Mecca to Tibet reshaped faith across borders
1 month, 3 weeks ago

How Guru Nanak's journey from Mecca to Tibet reshaped faith across borders

India Today  

Indian religions cherish their wandering heroes. Woodcut of Guru Nanak with Mardana and Bala It was Nanak’s belief in divine service towards others that elevated him to a transcendent figure amongst different sects. Guru Nanak's journey, which began later in his 30s, continued until his last breath as he travelled to numerous Hindu and Muslim religious sites, including Mecca and …

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 …

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Date, timings, history, rituals and significance of Guru Purab
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

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 …

Happy Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: History, significance, and facts
1 month, 4 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 …

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Who was Guru Nanak Dev?
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1 month, 4 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 …

Over 2,500 Sikh pilgrims from India arrive in Pakistan for Guru Nanak's birth anniversary celebrations
1 month, 4 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, 4 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 …

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 …

Devotees throng gurdwaras in Punjab, Haryana on Guru Nanak Dev’s birth anniversary
1 year, 1 month ago

Devotees throng gurdwaras in Punjab, Haryana on Guru Nanak Dev’s birth anniversary

Hindustan Times  

A large number of devotees on Monday thronged gurdwaras in Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh to mark the 554th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism. Devotees at Golden Temple in Amritsar on the occasion of the 554th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev on Monday. Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh sits beside the Guru Granth Sahib …

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 …

NCM seeks report from Arunachal Pradesh Government regarding conversion of gurdwara into Buddhist site
1 year, 8 months ago

NCM seeks report from Arunachal Pradesh Government regarding conversion of gurdwara into Buddhist site

The Hindu  

Responding to the allegation of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee that the historic gurdwara associated with Guru Nanak Dev in Mechuka, Arunachal Pradesh, has been converted into a Buddhist temple, the National Commission of Minorities on Monday has sought a detailed report from the State’s Chief Secretary The NCM in a statement said that such incidents hurt the religious sentiments …

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 …

Dev Diwali in Kashi, Guru Purab revelry in Delhi: PM Modi shares pics on Twitter
2 years, 2 months ago

Dev Diwali in Kashi, Guru Purab revelry in Delhi: PM Modi shares pics on Twitter

Hindustan Times  

As the country continues to soak in the festive spirit with Guru Purab and Dev Deepawali being celebrated, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday shared pictures to mark the occasions. Photographs Rows of lamps decorated in his parliamentary constituency of Varanasi and him attending a programme in Delhi on the eve of Guru Purab, which marks the birth anniversary of …

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 …

Punjab BJP delegation meets Narendra Modi, seeks reopening of Kartarpur Corridor before Gurpurab
3 years, 1 month ago

Punjab BJP delegation meets Narendra Modi, seeks reopening of Kartarpur Corridor before Gurpurab

Firstpost  

The delegation comprising 11 leaders from Punjab, met the prime minister at his official residence and conveyed the sentiments of the devotees of Guru Nanak New Delhi: A delegation of BJP leaders from Punjab met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday and requested him to reopen the Kartarpur corridor before Gurpurab. The delegation, composed of 11 leaders from Punjab, met …

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 …

PM Modi remembers Guru Nanak as Khalistanis hijack farmers' protest
4 years, 1 month ago

PM Modi remembers Guru Nanak as Khalistanis hijack farmers' protest

Op India  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the nation through his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’. In the latest edition of his ‘Mann Ki Baat’, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke on various topics, including the three farm bills passed by the government against which Punjab farmers are now holding protest, and founder of Sikhism-Guru Nanak, whose birth anniversary falls …

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 …

Sikh youth killed by unidentified gunmen in Pakistan's Peshawar; MEA condemns 'targeted killing', seeks exemplary punishment for culprits
5 years ago

Sikh youth killed by unidentified gunmen in Pakistan's Peshawar; MEA condemns 'targeted killing', seeks exemplary punishment for culprits

Firstpost  

A 25-year-old Sikh man has been shot dead by unknown gunmen in the northwestern city of Peshawar in Pakistan, police and the victim’s family said on Sunday. Peshawar: A 25-year-old Sikh man has been shot dead by unknown gunmen in the northwestern city of Peshawar in Pakistan, police and the victim’s family said on Sunday, a day after a mob …

Attack on Nankana Sahib Gurdwara: Hardeep Singh Puri asks if anti-CAA protesters need more evidence of oppression of minorities in Pakistan – Firstpost
5 years ago

Attack on Nankana Sahib Gurdwara: Hardeep Singh Puri asks if anti-CAA protesters need more evidence of oppression of minorities in Pakistan – Firstpost

Firstpost  

A day after reports emerged of a mob attack on the Nankana Sahib Gurdwara in Pakistan, Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri sought to know on Saturday whether those protesting across the country against the Citizenship Amendment Act needed more evidence of the oppression of minorities in the neighbouring country New Delhi: A day after a mob attack on the Nankana …

Gurudwara Nankana Sahib 'untouched and undamaged': Pak govt
5 years ago

Gurudwara Nankana Sahib 'untouched and undamaged': Pak govt

India TV News  

Pakistan on Friday rejected reports that Gurdwara Nanakana Sahib near Lahore was desecrated by certain groups. India's External Affairs Ministry said members of the minority Sikh community in Pakistan have been subjected to acts of violence at the holy city of Nankana Sahib. The MEA said the reprehensible actions followed the forcible abduction and conversion of a Sikh girl who …

Stones pelted at Gurudwara Nankana Sahib by Pakistani mob
5 years ago

Stones pelted at Gurudwara Nankana Sahib by Pakistani mob

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: In the wake of reports that the historic Nankana Sahib Gurudwara and Sikh pilgrims visiting it were targeted by a stone-pelting Pakistani mob in Pakistani Punjab, India on Friday lashed out at the “vandalism” there and “strongly condemned these wanton acts of destruction and desecration of the holy place”. India asked Pakistan “to take immediate steps to ensure …

Narendra Modi, Amit Shah extend greetings to nation on Guru Nanak Jayanti; Sonia Gandhi says teachings of Sikhism founder cut across communal divide
5 years, 1 month ago

Narendra Modi, Amit Shah extend greetings to nation on Guru Nanak Jayanti; Sonia Gandhi says teachings of Sikhism founder cut across communal divide

Firstpost  

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2019: On the 550th birth anniversary of Sikhism founder Guru Nanak Dev, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended greetings to the nation and said the day must be observed keeping in mind to fulfill his dream of a “just, inclusive and harmonious society”. Guru Nanak Jayanti 2019: On the 550th birth anniversary of Sikhism founder Guru …

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 …

Devotees flock to Delhi gurdwaras on Gurupurab
5 years, 1 month ago

Devotees flock to Delhi gurdwaras on Gurupurab

India Today  

Lakhs of devotees thronged the Gurdwaras across the country and the national capital on Tuesday to pay obeisance to Guru Nanak Dev on his 550th birth anniversary. A huge number of devotees flocked Gurdwara Rakab Ganj Sahib in Delhi to take Guru Nanak Dev Ji's blessings and spread peace and love. Various stalls like organic medicines, food items, toys and …

Sea of devotees throng historic Sikh shrine in Punjab
5 years, 2 months 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 …

PM Modi opens historic pilgrimage to Kartarpur Corridor
5 years, 2 months ago

PM Modi opens historic pilgrimage to Kartarpur Corridor

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Indian section of the Kartarpur Corridor and flagged off the first group of pilgrims to Durbar Sahib gurdwara on Saturday, thanking his Pakistan counterpart Imran Khan for respecting the country’s sentiments. Modi inaugurated the trans-border corridor that allows Indian pilgrims visa-free access to Durbar Sahib gurdwara in Pakistan’s Narowal district, where Guru Nanak, the …

Narendra Modi inaugurates Kartarpur Corridor from Dera Baba Nanak in Punjab's Gurdaspur, flags off first batch of pilgrims to Pakistan's Darbar Sahib
5 years, 2 months ago

Narendra Modi inaugurates Kartarpur Corridor from Dera Baba Nanak in Punjab's Gurdaspur, flags off first batch of pilgrims to Pakistan's Darbar Sahib

Firstpost  

The historic Kartarpur corridor was thrown open ahead of the 550th birth anniversary on 12 November of Sikhism founder Guru Nanak Dev, whose final resting place is in Darbar Sahib. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the Kartarpur corridor – a 4.5 km-long passage linking Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Pakistan – and flagging off the first batch of over …

Kartarpur corridor inauguration: First batch of Indian pilgrims enters Pakistan through passage linking Gurdwara Darbar Sahib to Dera Baba Nanak shrine
5 years, 2 months ago

Kartarpur corridor inauguration: First batch of Indian pilgrims enters Pakistan through passage linking Gurdwara Darbar Sahib to Dera Baba Nanak shrine

Firstpost  

The first batch of the Indian pilgrims entered Pakistan through the historic Kartarpur corridor which was thrown open ahead of the 550th birth anniversary of Sikhism founder Guru Nanak Dev. Kartarpur: The first batch of the Indian pilgrims entered Pakistan on Saturday through the historic Kartarpur corridor which was thrown open ahead of the 550th birth anniversary of Sikhism founder …

Why Guru Nanak Is Important to Both India and Pakistan
5 years, 2 months ago

Why Guru Nanak Is Important to Both India and Pakistan

The Quint  

Well, the controversy is, and this is one of the parts of ‘myth-making’ that one can’t really substantiate, because Muslims also respected Guru Nanak a lot. People in India don’t know how Guru Nanak is revered in Pakistan. I am very grateful to you.” To this I said, “I should be grateful to you, that you brought me here.” The …

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 …

Manmohan Singh says Kartarpur Corridor ‘model’ can be replicated for lasting resolution of conflicts
5 years, 2 months ago

Manmohan Singh says Kartarpur Corridor ‘model’ can be replicated for lasting resolution of conflicts

Firstpost  

Former prime minister Dr Manmohan Singh on Wednesday appealed to all to take forward Sikhism founder Guru Nanak Dev’s message of mutual love and respect to ensure an equitable society. Former prime minister Dr Manmohan Singh on Wednesday appealed to all to take forward Sikhism founder Guru Nanak Dev’s message of mutual love and respect and ensure an equitable society. …

‘No Passport Needed By Kartarpur Pilgrims,’ Says Imran Khan As He Waives Entry Fee For 2 Days
5 years, 2 months ago

‘No Passport Needed By Kartarpur Pilgrims,’ Says Imran Khan As He Waives Entry Fee For 2 Days

ABP News  

New Delhi: Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, on Friday, said that he has waived off the entry fee for two days, for Indian pilgrims travelling to Kartarpur Gurudwara to commemorate 550 birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev. Last week, India and Pakistan signed the much-awaited agreement for operationalizing Kartarpur Corridor on "zero lines" on the border, just weeks ahead 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

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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 …

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