Guru Hargobind, (born 1595, Wadali, India died 1644, Kiratpur, near the Himalayas), sixth Sikh Guru (1606–44), who developed a strong Sikh army and gave the Sikh religion its military character, in accord with the instructions of his father, Guru Arjan, the first Sikh martyr, who had been executed on the order of the Mughal emperor Jahāngīr. Up to the time of Guru Hargobind, the Sikh religion had been passive. At his succession ceremony Hargobind is believed to have defiantly borne two swords, symbolizing his twin authority as temporal (miri) and spiritual (piri) head of the community. He also devoted much time
A 'green' fireworks display and LED lighting marked the celebrations of Bandi Chhor Diwas and Diwali as thousands of devotees flocked to the Golden Temple complex here early Monday.The eco-friendly fireworks display was a spectacular event .
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday greeted people on Diwali and Bandi Chhor Diwas, with an appeal to protect the environment through "green" and buy diyas made earthen pots to help the village poor prosper.
The Golden Temple was lit up amid the festive spirit in the holy city on the eve of Diwali. Devotees could be seen lined up to offer their prayers at the shrine. Contrary to expectations, the devotees’ footfall appeared to be lesser this year. Officials believe that this time ‘masya&rsqu
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and his Haryana counterpart Manohar Lal Khattar on Monday greeted people on Diwali and wished that the festival of lights brings them success and health. India News | Punjab CM Mann, Haryana CM Khattar Greet People on Diwali.