Khalistan

The film 'Satluj,' depicting a human rights activist's investigation into extrajudicial killings during Punjab's 1980s-90s insurgency, was blocked by Indian officials and later removed from a streaming platform, prompting community screenings in Sikh temples and villages. The movie, originally titled 'Punjab 95,' faced censorship demands for over 120 cuts and is now shown through grassroots efforts in Punjab, highlighting memories of the conflict.

An international operation involving the US, Canada, and Europe arrested 24 individuals linked to Indian organized crime groups, including those connected to the 2023 assassination of Canadian citizen Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Lawrence Bishnoi and Jaggu Bhagwanpuria, imprisoned in India, are charged with leading global criminal networks engaged in murder, drug trafficking, and extortion.

Charges were filed against Indian criminal group leader Lawrence Bishnoi and his associate Satinderjeet Singh for orchestrating the assassination of Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada. The case, involving a transnational law enforcement operation across the U.S., Canada, and Europe, has strained diplomatic ties between Canada and India.

Charges were filed against Indian crime boss Lawrence Bishnoi for his alleged role in the 2023 assassination of Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada, an event that strained Canada-India diplomatic relations. The case involves a transnational law enforcement operation targeting three Indian criminal groups linked to multiple crimes, including murder and drug trafficking.

Akal Takht chief criticized the AAP government in Punjab over an anti-sacrilege law. Activists from Dal Khalsa and hardliners aligned with Shiromani Akali Dal (Amritsar) chief Simranjit Singh Mann raised pro-Khalistan slogans during a Sikh congregation.