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‘Not me’: Punjab CM denies that he is the person in a video that provoked the wrath of the Akal Takht

‘Not me’: Punjab CM denies that he is the person in a video that provoked the wrath of the Akal Takht

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann addresses a press conference, in Chandigarh, Punjab, on June 16, 2026. | Photo Credit: PTI Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday (June 16, 2026) denied allegations that he is the person in a controversial video that hurt Sikh sentiments, a day after the Sikh clergy at the Akal Takht declared him ‘Guru dokhi’ (anti-Guru) and ‘Khalsa Panth virodhi’ (anti-Khalsa Panth). The Akal Takht is the highest seat of temporal authority for the Sikh community. Dismissing the video as “fake”, Mr. Mann said “a malicious and politically motivated conspiracy” was being executed at the behest of Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Sukhbir Singh Badal to defame him and derail his Aam Aadmi Party-led government’s pro-people decisions. ‘Smear campaign’ Describing the episode as a desperate attempt by vested interests rattled by the government’s tough anti-beadbi (sacrilege) legislation and pro-Punjab decisions, the Chief Minister said certain politically influenced functionaries were being used to spread false propaganda against him. Mr. Mann said that while he holds Akal Takht Sahib in the highest esteem and …

Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt’s Takht co-star Mahir Pandhi reveals real reason behind Karan Johar’s film being shelved

Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt’s Takht co-star Mahir Pandhi reveals real reason behind Karan Johar’s film being shelved

Back in 2019, filmmaker Karan Johar announced Takht, one of the most ambitious projects of his career. Featuring a star-studded ensemble cast and mounted on a massive scale, the historical drama was scheduled to go on floors in 2020. However, the film was eventually shelved. Now, actor Mahir Pandhi, who was also part of the project, has revealed what led to the film being abandoned. Mahir Pandhi reveals why Takht was shelved. Why was Takht shelved? Mahir Pandhi reveals Takht was envisioned as a magnum opus featuring Ranveer Singh, Vicky Kaushal, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Alia Bhatt, Anil Kapoor, Bhumi Pednekar and Janhvi Kapoor. In an interview with Mid-Day, Mahir revealed that coordinating the dates of so many actors became nearly impossible, which ultimately led to the project being shelved. He said, “Takht was not a normal film. It was Mr Yash Johar’s last dream project and had a historic connection to it. When you write a script based on history, you can’t change the facts. Once COVID happened, it became extremely difficult to bring together …

Karan Johar dismisses K3G 2 rumours, says revival of Takht is ‘not on the cards’; hints at his next: ‘Nobody is talking about what I’m developing’ | Bollywood News

Karan Johar dismisses K3G 2 rumours, says revival of Takht is ‘not on the cards’; hints at his next: ‘Nobody is talking about what I’m developing’ | Bollywood News

3 min readChennaiMar 21, 2026 01:10 PM IST There has been some buzz around Karan Johar working on a sequel to his iconic film Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (K3G), with reports suggesting that the sequel could be a version of his shelved ambitious historical epic Takht. However, in a recent interaction, the filmmaker has dismissed all such claims. He also spoke about the possibility of Takht being revived in the future. Speaking to Hindustan Times, Karan addressed the possibility of K3G 2 and said, “There is no Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham 2 and there is no derivative of Takht being made.” Talking about the reason why he can never imagine making a Part 2 of his iconic film, the filmmaker said, “I would never make a K3G 2 because I am not saying that it was the best film ever made, every film has its flaws, but what K3G has an abundance is nostalgia.” ALSO READ | Dhurandhar 2 Box Office Collection Day 2 LIVE Updates He added, “There are generations that has grown up, …

1984 anti-Sikh riots: Takht, SGPC express anguish over acquittal

1984 anti-Sikh riots: Takht, SGPC express anguish over acquittal

Akal Takht acting jathedar, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, on Thursday asked the government to clarify who was responsible for the killing of Sikhs during the 1984 riots. Family member of the 1984 Anti-Sikh riots case victim speaks to the media as Rouse Avenue Court acquits former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar in the case. Reacting to the acquittal, the jathedar said that although Sajjan Kumar is still serving sentences in two Sikh cases and will remain in jail, his acquittal in one case raises serious questions about the sincerity and seriousness of the government’s investigating agencies. “His acquittal is tantamount to rubbing salt into the wounds of the Sikh community,” Gargaj said, adding that the victims kept pleading for justice, but their claims were ignored by the investigating agencies. SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami said the acquittal is a grave injustice to the victim families who have been waiting for justice for nearly 41 years “The court’s decision has caused deep mental anguish to the victim’s families who have been fighting a long and painful battle …

Punjab CM Mann appears before Akal Takht Secretariat to clarify remarks on Sikh traditions

Punjab CM Mann appears before Akal Takht Secretariat to clarify remarks on Sikh traditions

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday (January 15, 2026) appeared before the Akal Takht Secretariat here after being summoned by the highest temporal seat for the Sikhs for his alleged remarks on Sikh traditions and tenets, and submitted his clarification. Before appearing before the Takht Secretariat, where he was present for more than an hour, Mr. Mann offered prayers at the Golden Temple. The Chief Minister later told mediapersons that he has submitted his clarifications to the acting jathedar of the Akal Takht, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargajj. Takht Damdama Sahib Jathedar Baba Tek Singh was present along with jathedar Gargajj at the Secretariat, sources said. Mr. Mann, who carried a suitcase containing some documents which he submitted at the venue, said, “As per the orders of the Jathedar Sahib, I appeared here as a humble Sikh and submitted my explanation in response to the queries raised”. “Sri Akal Takht Sahib is the supreme authority for the entire Sikh community, and it is supreme for me as well. The Jathedar Sahib recorded my statement, and …

Punjab CM Mann requests Akal Takht to allow live telecast of his appearance before it on Jan 15| India News

Punjab CM Mann requests Akal Takht to allow live telecast of his appearance before it on Jan 15| India News

Chandigarh, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday requested the Akal Takht jathedar to allow ‘live telecast’ of his appearance before the Akal Takht Secretariat after being summoned on January 15. Punjab CM Mann requests Akal Takht to allow live telecast of his appearance before it on Jan 15 In a post on X, Mann claimed he has been receiving messages from all over the world that when he presents his account on January 15 on behalf of the ‘Sangat’ , it should be telecast live on all television channels. Underscoring the sentiments of the ‘Sangat’, Mann said he is requesting the Akhal Takht jathedar that his clarification be broadcast live so that the ‘Sangat’ can stay informed about every detail. “See you on January 15 – with evidence included,” Mann said in the post. The acting jathedar of the Akal Takht, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargajj, on Monday summoned Mann to appear in person before the Takht Secretariat on January 15 to clarify his alleged “anti-Sikh” remarks. Gargajj summoned Mann for allegedly making comments on …

‘Anti-Sikh’ Remark Row: Bhagwant Mann To Appear Before Akal Takht On Jan 15, Seeks Live Telecast | India News

‘Anti-Sikh’ Remark Row: Bhagwant Mann To Appear Before Akal Takht On Jan 15, Seeks Live Telecast | India News

Last Updated:January 08, 2026, 12:40 IST On January 15, Bhagwant Mann’s barefoot entry into the Akal Takht Sahib in Amritsar will be a historic moment in Punjab’s politics. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. (PTI file photo) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has reacted after being summoned by the Sri Akal Takht Sahib over alleged “anti-Sikh” remarks. In a post on X, Mann said he was receiving messages from the members of the Sikh community across the world asking that proceedings on January 15 be broadcast live.  He requested the Jathedar Sahib to allow a live telecast of his clarification so that the sangat could remain connected and informed “moment by moment and account for every rupee”. He added that he would appear on January 15 with evidence. On January 15, Bhagwant Mann’s barefoot entry into the Akal Takht Sahib in Amritsar will be a historic moment in Punjab’s politics. Built by Guru Hargobind in the 17th century, the Akal Takht represents the Sikh principle of Miri-Piri, which links spiritual authority with temporal power. While many …

3-day Prakash Utsav begins at Takht Sahib

3-day Prakash Utsav begins at Takht Sahib

Published on: Dec 26, 2025 03:08 am IST Sikh community celebrates Sri Gobind Singh Ji’s 359th birth anniversary with a vibrant procession, tight security, and planned events at Takht Sahib. Quick Read Members of the Sikh community on Thursday took out a ‘Badi Prabhat Pheri’ on the occasion of the 359th birth anniversary celebration (Prakash Utsav) of Sri Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj from Takht Sahib. 3-day Prakash Utsav begins at Takht Sahib Takht Sri Harimandir Ji, Prabandhak committee had geared up for the three-day celebrations, which started on Thursday and would continue till December 27. The colourful pheri began from Takht Sahib and passed through Marufganj, Morcha Road, Patna Sahib railway station, Mangal Talab and returned to Takht Sahib. They were followed by the ‘Panch Pyare’, carrying swords marching ahead as men and women sang religious hymns to fill the air. Takht president, Jagjot Singh Sohi said the celebrations started with Thursday’s ‘Prabhat Pheri’. A massive nagar kirtan led by ‘Panch Pyare’ will also be taken out from Gaighat Gurudwara to Takht Sahib. Several noted …

1984 anti-Sikh Riots | Amitabh Bachchan ‘unexonerated’ in eyes of Sikh community: Akal Takht Jathedar | Chandigarh News

1984 anti-Sikh Riots | Amitabh Bachchan ‘unexonerated’ in eyes of Sikh community: Akal Takht Jathedar | Chandigarh News

Actor Amitabh Bachchan remains “unexonerated” in the “eyes of the Sikh conscience” in a matter pertaining to the 1984 ant-Sikh riots, as the allegations made against have never been investigated by the government or its agencies, Akal Takht’s acting Jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj Saturday said. stated that Bollywood “Although Amitabh Bachchan had tried to absolve himself of the allegations by writing a letter to Sri Akal Takht Sahib, the testimony of eyewitness Manjit Singh Saini has never been investigated by the government or its agencies. Therefore, in the eyes of the Sikh conscience, Amitabh Bachchan still stands unexonerated,” Jathedar Gargajj said. Referring to the recent controversy surrounding Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh touching Bachchan’s feet during a TV show, the Jathedar said that such gestures hurt Sikh sentiments. He said that individuals and Congress leaders whose names have been linked to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots should be socially and morally boycotted by Sikh community. “Associating with them would is akin to rubbing salt on the deep wounds of the Sikh community,” he added. Story continues …

Bollywood Newswrap, May 17: Salman Khan’s next with Apoorva Lakhia, Athiya Shetty ditched C-section during delivery and more

Bollywood Newswrap, May 17: Salman Khan’s next with Apoorva Lakhia, Athiya Shetty ditched C-section during delivery and more

Trigger Warning: This article contains references to suicide. Hey Bollywood buffs! Been caught up in weekend vibes and missed the latest buzz? No worries, we’ve got you covered. From Salman Khan teaming up with Apoorva Lakhia to Athiya Shetty’s natural delivery of baby Evaarah, here are today’s top 5 Bollywood news stories. Keep scrolling for all the juicy details! Here are the top 5 Bollywood news stories of May 17, 2025: 1. Salman Khan’s next is with Apoorva Lakhia; shoot begins in July Pinkvilla exclusively reported that Salman Khan has locked his next film with Apoorva Lakhia, which will be an army-based action thriller. A source told us that it will be based on the novel India’s Most Fearless 3, revolving around the 2020 Galwan Valley Conflict.  The source close to the development shared, “Apoorva Lakhia and Salman Khan are all set to start shooting for the film from July 2025. The film will be shot in Ladakh and Mumbai over a period of 70 days starting in July. It features Salman Khan as an …