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Singapore’s Major Ishwar Lall Singh dies at 92

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Major (Retired) Ishwar Lall Singh from the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) Veterans League recounting his WWII memories. – Photo: Mindef, Singapore

By Asia Samachar | Singapore |

Ishwar Lall Singh, a 92-year-old Singaporean veteran of the Indian National Army who served under the leadership of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, died on Friday (Aug 5).

In his early teens, his father had arranged for him to get a job at the Indian National Army (INA). In 1956, he joined the militia unit, the Singapore Volunteer Corps, and later became an officer handling security at several locations they were deployed to.

He was a resident of the Sree Narayana Mission Nursing Home in Yishun.

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Singapore’s Major Lall served in WW2, Konfrantasi (Asia Samachar, 30 Nov 2015)



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Inderjeet Singh (1939-2022), Klang

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INDERJEET SINGH S/O BHAI TAHIL SINGH

Mr. Inderjeet Singh, son of the late Bhai Tahil Singh (Tanjong Rambutan) passed away peacefully on 9th August 2022.

Mr. Inderjeet served Jabatan Kerja Raya for almost his entire working life. He was an active member in the Gurdwara Sahib Klang and was involved in building the current Gurdwara Sahib Klang at Jalan Bukit Jawa.

Wife: Rajwant Kaur d/o Pertap Singh

Path da Bhog & Antim Ardaas: 21 August 2022 (Sunday), from 10am to 11.30am, Gurdwara Sahib Klang.

Contact:

Harjeet Singh ( 016-5338055)

Charan Jeet Singh (019-2407118)

Baldev Singh ( 012-5222983)

Dheer Singh (012-5181912)



| Entry: 10 Aug 2022 | Source: Family



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Lessons from the past as Singapore celebrates 57th year of independence

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The City Scape captured in 2020 – Photo: Suki Singh   

By Inderjit Singh | Singapore |

Onward Singapore, the call of our national anthem starts with the aspiration of progress for the country and happiness of the citizens. The aspiration is that as the country progresses and prospers the people will be happy.

The 57 years of progress and prosperity Singapore has seen and how lives of Singaporeans transformed in the past 57 years is a model many other counties and governments want to emulate. To many, the Singapore of today is a story of miraculous survival. We owe a debt of gratitude to the pioneering Singaporeans and government for the stable and prosperous Singapore of today.

What can current and future generations of Singaporeans and governments learn from the past generations? We don’t have to search hard for the answer. The answer has been enshrined and lies within our national anthem – progress for the country and happiness for the citizens. When the national anthem was written and adopted the vision of the then leaders of continuous progress for the country and progress of the people that will bring all happiness. We should never forget that. Progress of the country and happiness of the people must go hand in hand for the survival of any nation. Progress of the country without the trickling effect of happiness and progress of citizens.

The question we must always ask is this: As Singapore progresses and becomes richer, are Singaporeans becoming happier? If yes, we are heading in the right direction. If not, we must go back to the beginning of Singapore and understand the national anthem better of what was meant by progress and happiness when it was written. If we want to remain as in our pledge, “one united people” and “so as to achieve happiness, prosperity and progress for our nation”, then we should never forget that progress for the country and happiness of the people go hand in hand.

As the 4G leadership starts taking charge of Singapore, it is a good opportunity to learn from the beginning of Singapore, work towards the ideals of our national anthem and pledge and uses these foundations to strengthen the identity of Singaporeans. The Foreword Singapore exercise is timely and an opportune time to do this. Majulah Singapura.

Entrepreneur and former lawmaker, Inderjit Singh also ​chairs Coordinating Council of Sikh Institutions (Singapore).

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Former lawmaker lists two key challenges facing Singapore (Asia Samachar, 7 Aug 2021)



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Sikh bikers visit low density gurdwaras, senior citizen’s centre

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Chardikala Ride 5.0 flag off at Gurdwara Sahib Port Klang

By Asia Samachar | Malaysia |

Some 30 Sikh bikers visited a number of low density gurdwaras in the state of Selangor on Sunday (Aug 7).

The ride began from Gurdwara Sahib Port Klang. Gurdwara committee president Harnaak Singh and members of the local Sikh community came out in force to flag off the bikers. They then rode to gurdwaras in Kalumpang, Kuala Kubu Baru, Khalsa Land, Rasa, Ulu Yam and Serendah.

They also visited the Senior Citizen’s Retreat Center (SCRC) located adjacent to Gurdwara Sahib Ulu Yam, Selangor. SCRC advisor Master Daljit Singh welcomed the riders and briefed them on the centre’s objective and how it is managed. The bikers did an on-the-spot cash contribution. Daljit told them that the centre required continuous support.

Nicknamed Chardikala Ride 5.0, the event was organised by Gurwinder Singh and Dr Thesdave Singh. The participating bikers came from Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Perak and Negeri Sembilan.

Chardikala Ride 5.0 visit the Senior Citizen’s Retreat Center (SCRC) located adjacent to Gurdwara Sahib Ulu Yam, Selangor. – Photo: Supplied

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Chardikala Ride 3.0 visit southern gurdwaras (Asia Samachar, 22 Sept 2020)



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Sowaran Kaur (1934-2022), Taman Perling, Johor

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In Loving Memory Of

SOWARAN KAUR D/O MANGAL SINGH

20.11.1934 – 6.8.2022

Husband: Late Gurbachan Singh (Police, Badge No: 6549)

Children: Kuljit Kaur, Kuldip Kaur, Manjit Kaur, Late Sathwant Kour (Singapore), Amar Jit Kaur, Awtar Kaur, Udam Singh, Kalwant Kaur (Singapore), Dato’ Ajit Singh, Harjeet Singh (Canada)

In-Laws: Jekanda Singh, Munjeet Singh, Kapoor Singh (Singapore), Harcharan Singh, Karamjit Singh, Jasbir Kaur, Makhan Singh (Singapore), Datin’ Ravinder Kaur, Harjeet Kaur (Canada)

Grandchildren: Indarraaj Singh, Hanil Raaj Singh, Ranggeeta Kaur, Dyal Singh (Singapore), Raspal Singh, Santokh Singh (Singapore), Harvinder Singh, Amardeep Singh, Amrit Singh, Ashvinder Singh, Ashreena Kaur, Terenjit Singh (Singapore), Dr. Raveen Kaur, Ajay Singh, Keshwinder Kaur (Singapore), Jessvin Kaur (Singapore), Gursharan Kaur, Gursimryn Kaur (Canada), Prem Singh (Canada)

Grandchildren In-law: Ravinderjit Kaur, Gurmukh Singh, Dr. Trisha Kaur, Timika Mathew (Australia)

Great-Grandchildren: Jassimrat Singh, Hargobind Singh, Mansimrat Singh, Harsevak Singh, Baanipreet Kaur, Harsimran Kaur, Elveera Kaur

Path da Bhog: Gurdwara Sahib Johor Bahru at Jalan Trus, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru on 13 August 2022 from: 3pm to 5pm

Contact: Dato’ Ajit Singh 019-7578555, Harcharan Singh 016-7156549



| Entry: 8 Aug 2022 | Source: Family



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Mata Baldev Kaur Sidhu (1934-2022), BebeJi of Alor Setar

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MATA BALDEV KAUR SIDHU D/O LATE NERAIN SINGH

(Vill. Daudhar) affectionately known by everyone as BEBEJI Of Alor Setar, Kedah.

(1934-2022)

One of the ‘grand old ladies’ of Gurdwara Sahib Alor Setar

Widow of the Late Joginder Singh Bhinder (Station Master of Kubang Pasu Transport Co. Ltd)

Deeply missed by,

Children: Surindar Kaur, Tej Kaur, Herjit Singh Bhinder, Gurdip Kaur, Sukhdave Singh Bhinder

Sons in Law & Daughters in Law: Late Lakshmaan Singh Maan, Harcharan Singh Dhaliwal, Harjeet Kaur Mavi, Late Joh Singh Bhatt, Late Nashathar Kaur Bagry, Dr. Harneet Kaur Ranu

Grandchildren: Deshvinder Kaur, Raveen Dev, Rajwant Singh, Raveena Kaur, Nirmal Singh, Deepak Raj Singh, J S Jashdave Singh, Sukhveer Singh, Manpreet Kaur, Yetesh Khanijow

Great Grandchild: Harmanjay Singh

Bebeji was widowed at the age of 40. In spite of the toughest circumstances and challenging times, Bebeji took it upon herself to ensure the well-being and the education of her children. She was strong, resilient and courageous beyond words. She was quiet yet provided ‘soft leadership’ inspiring everyone. She spent her entire life dedicating herself to the Punjabi community of Alor Setar. She was always present for sewa at Gurdwara Sahib Alor Setar or at anyone’s home. Bebeji was loving and doting towards everyone. She fought a gallant battle for her health during her last few weeks and continued in her usual tenacity till the end. Whenever asked, Bebeji ‘tusi kivey hon?’ her reply was without fail ‘mai theek haan’. She will be deeply missed by the family, relatives and all friends.

Sehaj Path Da Bhog: 13 August 2022 (Saturday), 9.30 a.m. – 12.00 p.m. Kirtan Darbar, and Antim Ardas followed by Guru Ka Langgar at Gurdwara Sahib Alor Setar.

Contact:

Herjit Singh Bhinder (012 489 8842)

Sukhdave Singh Bhinder (011 1923 8425)



| Entry: 8 Aug 2022 | Source: Family



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Singapore minister attends national day dialogue with Sikhs

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Singapore minister Tan Kiat How at the SKA dialogue session – Photo: SKA

By Asia Samachar | Singapore |

Some 90 Singaporean Sikhs took part in a National Day Observance Ceremony and Dialogue Session involving a minister.

Organised by the Singapore Khalsa Association (SKA) on 6 August 2022, Tan Kiat How, Senior Minister of State for Ministry of National Development and Ministry of Communications and Information, was the guest of honour.

The session touched on several important issues close to the participants’ hearts. These included work-life balance in a post-COVID-19 environment, increasing cost of living and poverty, food security, mental health and depression, manpower foreign talent, and social cohesion, among others, according to a SKA statement.

The event was supported by the Sikh Advisory Board (SAB), Young Sikh Association (Singapore) and Singapore Sikh Professional Network.



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Tara Singh Gill (1942 – 2022), Cheras

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Jeha Chiri Likhiya Teha Hukam Kmahe,
Ghale Aave Nanka Sade Uthi Jaye

ਜੇਹਾ ਚੀਰੀ ਲਿਖਿਆ ਤੇਹਾ ਹੁਕਮੁ ਕਮਾਹਿ ॥ ਘਲੇ ਆਵਹਿ ਨਾਨਕਾ ਸਦੇ ਉਠੀ ਜਾਹਿ ॥੧॥

In Loving Memory of

LATE TARA SINGH GILL s/o LATE GURBUX SINGH

(23.11.1942 – 4.8.2022)

You have always been there for our entire family. A great husband, a caring father, an uncle who was more like a brother and not forgetting the most awesome grandfather.

We love you so much and we are going to miss you even more. Your legacy will live on in our hearts!

PAATH DA PHOG

13 August 2022 (Saturday), from 10.00am – 12.00pm, at Wadda Gurdwara Sahib Kg. Pandan, Kuala Lumpur

Please mark your calendars & kindly treat this as our humble & personal invitation.

You will always be remembered by the way you lived and loved life, always smiling, never judging nor comparing, forever giving. You always made us feel as one. Thank you for the memories.

Death leaves a heartache that no one can heal,
Love leaves a memory that no one can steal.

Deeply missed, forever loved & cherished by:

Salwant Kaur (Wife), Rajinder Singh Gill (Son), Gulvinder Singh Gill (Son), Herinder Kaur Gill (Daughter), Pinky (Daughter-in-law), Shahrul Gill (Grandson), Sabir Gill (Grandson), Beloved Relatives, Supportive Neighbours and Friends

For enquiries please contact:

Raji  0163808477

Gulvin  0192213030

Herin  0102220306



| Entry: 8 Aug 2022 | Source: Family



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All Punjabi smackdown at Commonwealth wrestling

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By Asia Samachar | Britain |

Canadian wrestler Amarveer Singh Dhesi outclassed Zaman Anwar from Pakistan to win the gold medal in men’ freestyle 125 kilogram wrestling event at Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on Friday. The bronze went to Mohit Grewal from India and Mandhir Kooner from England.

When the four stood on the podium (in wrestling two get bronze medals), it got the Punjabi world all buzzing. Why? All four wrestlers have links that go back to Punjab.

Amarveer, gold medalist at the 2014 junior world championship, hails from village Sanghwal in Jalandhar, located on the Indian side of Punjab. His father Balbir Singh Dhesi (Shiri Pehalwan) started Khalsa Wrestling Club in 1976 in Surrey, Canada.

His opponent Zaman is from Gujjranwala in Pakistan Punjab. Mohit is from village Bamla near Bhiwan in Haryana, which till 1966 was part of undivided Punjab. Mandhir’s family had migrated to England from Jalandhar.

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Alayra Zareen Kaur Sohal (2021-2022), Batu Caves

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Jeha Chiri Likhiya Teha Hukam Kmahe,
Ghale Aave Nanka Sade Uthi Jaye

ਜੇਹਾ ਚੀਰੀ ਲਿਖਿਆ ਤੇਹਾ ਹੁਕਮੁ ਕਮਾਹਿ ॥ ਘਲੇ ਆਵਹਿ ਨਾਨਕਾ ਸਦੇ ਉਠੀ ਜਾਹਿ ॥੧॥

PATH DA BHOG

ALAYRA ZAREEN KAUR SOHAL

1.4.2021 – 6.8.2022

“Our beautiful princess,
An angel sent from heaven.
For me she left her wings,
I wonder if she knows how much joy to me she brings.
Her flawless face, lights up a room.
She’s so gentle, soft and sweet –
Delicate and delightful.
The nicest girl you’ll meet.”

Left for heavenly abode on 6th August 2022.

Leaving behind beloved:

Father: Inderpal Singh Sohal (Paul Sohal)

Mother: Kavita Kaur Sidhu

Brother: Nikhil Yuvraj Singh Sohal

Sister: Aanya Afreen Kaur Sohal

Grandparents, Uncles, Aunties, Cousins, Relatives and Friends to mourn their loss

Path da Bhog: 20th August 2022 (Saturday), from 9.30am – 12.00pm, at Gurdwara Sahib Sentul, Jalan Haji Salleh Sentul, Kuala Lumpur

Please mark your calendars & kindly treat this as our humble & personal invitation

For enquiries contact (WhatsApp):

Balwinder 013-9671888

Kelvin 014-2255193

Sunil 017-8775489

Dato’ Jasvir Singh 012-2915111



| Entry: 7 Aug 2022; Updated: 11 Aug 2022 | Source: Family



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