Tag: Sikh
Is Religion a Reason to Allow Knife-carrying?
Rebecca Roache February 8, 2010.
Print: BBC
Sikhs should be allowed to carry ceremonial knives in schools and other public places, says Britain’s first Asian judge. But can religion ever justify loopholes in the law?
Blair’s ‘religious literacy’ call
Sean Coughlan June 8, 2009.
Print: BBC
Tony Blair’s Faith Foundation launches a school project with a call for the need for understanding religions in a globalised world.
Vienna Temple Shooting Prompts Riots in India
Associated Press May 25, 2009.
Print: The Wall Street Journal
A killing of a Sikh guru by rival fundamentalist Sikhs in Vienna triggers riots in India.
Preacher Dies in Sikh Temple Attack
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS May 24, 2009.
Print: The New York Times
At least 15 worshippers were wounded and one preacher killed at a Sikh temple in Vienna on Sunday when religious groups clashed. Witnesses said the perpetrators were fundamentalist Sikhs from a higher caste at another temple, who accused the preacher of being disrespectful with the Holy Book.
Sikh police want ballistic turban
May 8, 2009.
Print: BBC News
Sikh police want bulletproof turbans to be developed so they can serve as firearms officers and deal with public order, a newly-formed body says.
