Celebrating the Legacy of Guru Nanak Dev Ji Brandon University is proud to announce the establishment of the Guru Nanak Dev Scholarship, a testament to the enduring legacy and teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founderRead More ...
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History of Baisakhi Festival, 1699 – an eyewitness report by Abu Ul Turani, A spy of Aurangzeb
On Vaisakhi day, i.e., middle of April (the first day of the New Year of the Sikhs) in 1699 at Anandpur, the Guru founded the ‘Khalsa Panth‘ by blessing the Sikhs with divine nectar (Amrit). Trials of theRead More ...
Akal Academies run by the Kalgidhar Society
Akal Academies in North India These 129 Rural Schools of Excellence are run by the Kalgidhar Society in rural regions of Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. This is a Live map. Click on theRead More ...
Pakistan makes History by becoming the First Country to give legal Status to Sikh Marriages
In a historic move, the provincial assembly of Punjab, Pakistan, has unanimously passed the Punjab Sikhs Anand Karaj Marriages Act 2017, marking a significant milestone for the Sikh community in the Muslim-majorityRead More ...
The Pain is Real, So is Hope- Nirmalpreet’s inspirational story
Life had been unfair and challenging for this young boy of Tarn Taran, Punjab. Nirmalpreet Singh had seen many ups and downs at a very tender age, having lost his father when he was only 6 months old and his motherRead More ...
The Traditions of Hola Mahalla – The Sikh version of Holi festival
Origins and Significance Hola Mahalla, an exuberant Sikh festival, traces its genesis to the hallowed grounds of Takht Shri Anandpur Sahib, the birthplace of Khalsa. Established by Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj in 1701Read More ...
Bhagat Ravidass was the First to motivate his followers to challenge Caste Discrimination
Bhagat Ravidass, a revered saint and poet, stood at the forefront of a revolutionary movement against caste discrimination in India. His profound teachings and unwavering commitment to equality left an indelible mark onRead More ...
Storytime: The Battle of Saragarhi
In this gentle exchange between a grandfather ‘Dada’ and his curious granddaughter ‘Nini’, we uncover the remarkable story of courage of 21 Sikh soldiers in the face of overwhelming odds, aRead More ...
A Celebration showcasing Talent and Honors
The magical celebration of the year was held at a school in the small village of Punjab. Excited sounds of laughter and and joy, filled the air of the campus at Akal Academy, Raipur Peer Baksh Wala. The scene wasRead More ...
From Tragedy to Triumph: This Rural Girl’s Incredible Spirit Will Melt Your Heart
A father is the first hero of a daughter, but when a daughter loses her father, especially at a very young age, her life turns upside down. Namisha’s life was sailing smoothly when she lived with her father andRead More ...
Uncover the enchanting secrets of extraordinary Kids’ Carnival!
Cultivating Skills Through Creative Activities Akal Academy Mander Dona organized a kids’ carnival for students from Nursery to Grade 3. The main objective of this activity was to develop their listeningRead More ...
Breaking Barriers: Our Rural Students Triumph in International English Olympiad
Our two rural students have secured state-level positions at the International English Olympiad. Sahibdeep Kaur and Gursharan Kaur of Grade 1st have secured 1st and 2nd positions at the State Level out of 150 studentsRead More ...
