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Hans India
8 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
Khalistani terrorist Pannun's endorsement of Trump's tariffs not pro-Punjab but betrayal: Report
Pro-Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun's support for US President Donald Trump's increased tariffs on Indian exports and even suggesting a 500 per cent hike aligns with economic harm to the Sikh community and implies that his anti-India theatrics take precedence over Sikh well-being, a report said. "For a man who claims to champion Sikh rights, backing a policy that directly threatens the lifeblood of Punjab's hardworking Sikh farmers and dairy workers is nothing short of bewildering. Or worse: hypocritical," the Khalsa Vox report stated. His support for Trump's tariffs is "not pro-Sikh, pro-Punjab" but a betrayal, it added. Punjab's economy relies mainly on agriculture and dairy. Its products, including basmati rice, textiles and processed foods, form an important chunk of India's exports to the US. The tariffs imposed by Trump would make these products expensive in the US markets. Furthermore, if India opens its agricultural markets due to tariffs, the American dairy and farm giants will enter Indian markets. Supported by heavy subsidies, American dairy and farm giants can undercut small-scale Sikh farmers of Punjab and cooperatives like Amul, according to the report. This does not have an economic impact only, but it also poses a threat to cultural traditions that link Sikh identity to the land and farming. The report said: "Consider the dairy sector, the quiet backbone of Punjab. Generations of Sikh families rely on it for sustenance and stability. If US dairy giants take over, what happens to these small farmers? The promise of Sikh self-reliance, often invoked by Pannun himself, collapses under the weight of cheap imports." Exports predict a 40-50 per cent reduction in Indian exports to the US if tariffs increase, and the Sikh community will be impacted the most. Khalsa Vox, in the report, stated: "Pannun's position exposes a troubling contradiction. His rhetoric drips with anti-India fervour, but his policy stance aligns squarely with economic harm to Sikhs themselves. By cheering on a trade war that undermines Punjab's farmers, he prioritises political vendettas over community upliftment. If his loyalty truly lies with Punjab, why endorse policies that jeopardise Sikh livelihoods? The answer seems plain: for Pannun, anti-India theatrics take precedence over Sikh well-being." Punjab's future lies in policies that protect farmers, bolster dairy cooperatives, and ensure fair trade and not in political grandstanding that sacrifices livelihoods for personal agendas, it said. "Pannun's endorsement of Trump's tariffs is not pro-Sikh. It is not pro-Punjab. It is, at its core, a betrayal."
India.com
2 days ago
- Business
- India.com
79 Years After Independence, India Sprinting Ahead, Pakistan Struggling To Stay In Race, Says Report
ISLAMABAD: In August 1947, two nations - India and Pakistan - were born almost as twins, separated by an arbitrary border, having shared a colonial past and launched into the modern world with battered economies and fractured societies. 70 years later, India has surged into the ranks of the world's most powerful economies and largest democracies while Pakistan has faltered, burdened by political instability, economic crisis, and the persistent shadow of its military establishment, a report said on Friday. After independence, India and Pakistan inherited economies stripped bare, However, India, by June 2025, had become the world's fourth-largest economy - more than 10 times Pakistan's USD 0.37 trillion - and is projected to overtake Germany by 2028. "Pakistan's economy, by contrast, has stumbled from crisis to crisis. Reliant on foreign aid and repeated IMF bailouts — the 2024 programme was its 24th — it struggles with high debt, low reserves, and anaemic industrial output. India's foreign exchange reserves now exceed $688 billion; Pakistan's barely touch $15 billion. Per capita income in purchasing-power terms tells the same story: India's is nearly double Pakistan's," Khalsa Vox said in a report. According to the report, the difference in economic situation of two nations is not just in numbers but in self-confidence. India frames itself as an engine of global growth while Pakistan risks being defined by its dependency. The rivalry between India and Pakistan has seen four wars, countless skirmishes, and a near-permanent state of military alert. In 2025, Global Firepower placed India as the fourth-strongest military in the world while Pakistan is ranked at the 12th position. "India fields 1.46 million active troops, more than double Pakistan's 654,000, and backs them with 1.15 million reserves and 2.5 million paramilitary personnel. Its arsenal includes 4,201 tanks and over 148,000 armoured vehicles, compared to Pakistan's far smaller fleets," the report details. It mentions further that India also has advantage in the air, with 2,229 aircraft, including Rafales, Su-30MKIs, and indigenous Tejas fighters, against Pakistan's 1,399. India operates six aerial refuelling tankers while Pakistan has four. The two nations are nuclear powers with India having 180 warheads while Pakistan has 170. However, India's declared "No First Use" policy stands opposed to Pakistan's more ambiguous nuclear posture. The two nations also differ in military expenditure. India spent USD 86 billion on defence in 2024 while Pakistan spent USD 10.2 billion. "For India, the military is part of a broader vision of national power. For Pakistan, it has too often been the central — and stifling — arbiter of politics." India held its first general election in 1951-52 while Pakistan conducted first poll in 1970. India has remained a democracy and 945 million people were eligible to vote in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, making it the largest democratic exercise in human history. Pakistan, meanwhile, has a troubled democratic history with military coups in 1958, 1977, and 1999 having interrupted civilian rule. Even during peacetime, Pakistan's army and its powerful intelligence service have more decisive influence over national policy. Rumours of another coup had emerged recently. Furthermore, Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir elevated himself to Field Marshal. The report states: "The difference is not merely institutional. India's political culture, for all its partisanship, has nurtured a stable transfer of power through elections. Pakistan's has repeatedly been reset by force." India's progress also outpaces Pakistan on women's rights. The World Economic Forum's 2024 Gender Gap Report placed India at the 131st position while Pakistan stood at 148th. In 2024, Pakistan reported over 24,000 cases of abduction and kidnapping alongside more than 5,000 rapes and 500 honour killings — with conviction rates under two per cent, the report said. India dominates over Pakistan in the cultural and sporting arena as well. India's ODI team in 2025 was at the top while Pakistan stood at the fifth spot. Apart from cricket, India's sporting rise has been steady in other games also. India's athletes have won 41 Olympic medals since 1900 while Pakistan so far has won only 11. "Culturally, India has leveraged its soft power — from Bollywood to its vast diaspora — to project influence far beyond its borders. Pakistan's cultural output, while rich, remains constrained by political instability and smaller global networks," the Khalsa Vox report stated. India has been positioning itself as a central player in the emerging multipolar world order, bolstering ties with the US, Europe, and East Asia while seeking investment from the Gulf. Despite its strategic location, Pakistan risks marginalisation as it is reliant on International Monetary Fund (IMF) tranches and political patronage from China and Saudi Arabia. The report said, "Independence is not a static achievement but a continuing project. For Pakistan, the task is more urgent: to restore economic stability, reassert civilian supremacy, and rekindle the promise of 1947. Seventy-eight years ago, both nations stood at the same starting line. Today, one is sprinting ahead; the other is struggling to stay in the race."
Hans India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Khalistani supporters would not insult Tricolour if they knew its history: Report
Toronto: Khalistani supporters residing in other nations, who often disrespect the Indian flag, would not insult the Tricolour if they had even the slightest understanding of its history, a report detailed on Friday. India's Tricolour is made up of three colours - saffron, white and green. "The top band is saffron, representing the country's strength and courage. The middle white band, with the Dharma Chakra, symbolizes peace and truth. The bottom green band represents fertility, growth, and the sanctity of the land. At the center is the Ashoka Chakra, taken from the Sarnath pillar built by Mauryan Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE. The intention behind displaying this wheel is to convey that life is dynamic — to stop is to die," the Khalsa Vox report mentioned. "When the Tricolour was first designed before independence, the white band was placed on the top. However, Sikh community opposed it, resulting in saffron colour being placed at the top, with the sentiment that even a weak person would get strength after seeing it and contribute more powerfully to the freedom struggle of India," it added. Earlier, a spinning wheel was present in the Tricolour instead of Ashok Chakra. However, later, Ashok Chakra replaced it and the Tricolour in its final form became saffron on top, white in the middle, and green at the bottom. This Tricolour then became the symbol of India's independence. It was officially adopted as the national flag after India attained freedom. Since then, it is duty of every citizen of India to honour the Tricolour. Earlier, only government offices or officials were allowed to hoist the Tricolour. However, the flag is now also flown on people's homes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's started the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign. Prior to Independence Day, the Tricolour is sold in the markets and people display it on their homes and vehicles. "People, including the Sikh community, should feel proud as their sacred colour is placed at the top of the Tricolour, However, nowadays, a concerning trend is being observed, even within India, where a major conspiracy seems to be at play — Sikh symbols are being changed from saffron to yellow. The traditional Nishan Sahib, which has always been saffron, is now increasingly being displayed in yellow — a matter that calls for serious reflection," stated the Khalsa Vox report.
India Gazette
31-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Uttarakhand CM Dhami approves celebration of Guru Tegh Bahadur's 350th Martyrdom Day
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], May 31 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has approved a proposal to celebrate the 350th martyrdom day of Guru Tegh Bahadur with great reverence and enthusiasm across the state, according to an official statement. The announcement was initially made by the Chief Minister on May 22, 2025, during the ceremonial opening of the portals of Shri Hemkund Sahib, a revered Sikh pilgrimage site, in Rishikesh. After the approval of the proposal by the Chief Minister, the state will now organise grand commemorative events to mark the occasion and honour the legacy of the ninth Sikh Guru. Guru Tegh Bahadur, born in Amritsar in 1621 to Guru Hargobind and Mata Nanki, is remembered for his profound spiritual teachings and ultimate sacrifice. He laid down his life to uphold the principles of religious freedom and human dignity. Beyond the Sikh community, Guru Tegh Bahadur's teachings offer universal messages of courage, compassion, and unwavering commitment to justice. His martyrdom stands as a symbol of resistance against oppression, and his life continues to inspire the pursuit of peace, tolerance, and equality. In a world grappling with conflicts and divisions, Guru Tegh Bahadur's legacy reminds us that peace lies in embracing shared humanity, respecting differences, and upholding fundamental rights. By embracing his teachings, we can work towards creating a more inclusive, peaceful, and harmonious world, where love, compassion, and justice prevail, Khalsa Vox reported. (ANI)
