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16 Sept, Laughter Therapy - Balkirat Singh - Sukh Parmar - Radio Haanji

ਅੱਜ ਦੀ ਤਣਾਅ ਭਰੀ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਅਸੀਂ ਹੱਸਣਾ ਹੀ ਭੁੱਲ ਗਏ ਹਾਂ, ਹਰ ਵੇਲੇ ਕੋਈ ਨਾ ਫ਼ਿਕਰ ਸਾਡੇ ਮੱਥੇ ਦੀ ਤਿਊੜੀ ਦੇ ਰੂਪ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਾਡੇ ਚਿਹਰੇ ਦਾ ਸ਼ਿੰਗਾਰ ਬਣੀ ਰਹਿੰਦੀ ਹੈ, ਪਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਅਸੀਂ ਇਹ ਵਾਅਦਾ ਕਰਦੇ ਹਾਂ ਕਿ ਨੰਨ੍ਹੇ-ਮੁੰਨੇ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਦੀਆਂ ਮਸੂਮ ਤੇ ਢਿੱਡੀਂ ਪੀੜਾਂ ਪਾਉਣ ਵਾਲੀਆਂ ਗੱਲਾਂ, ਚੁੱਟਕਲੇ, ਕਿੱਸੇ-ਕਹਾਣੀ, ਬੁਜਰਤਾਂ ਉੱਤੇ ਖੁੱਲ ਕੇ ਹੱਸਾਂਗੇ ਤੇ ਜੋ ਵੀ ਗੁੱਸੇ-ਗਿਲੇ, ਪ੍ਰੇਸ਼ਾਨੀਆਂ ਮਨ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਾਂਭੀ ਫਿਰਦੇ ਹਾਂ ਉਹਨਾਂ ਸਭ ਨੂੰ ਭੁੱਲ ਕੇ ਖੁਸ਼ੀ ਦਾ ਆਨੰਦ ਮਾਨਾਂਗੇ, ਇਸ ਸ਼ਾਨਦਾਰ ਸਫ਼ਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਗੁਰਪਾਲ ਵਾਲੀ ਮੰਨਤ, ਗੁਰਪਾਲ ਸਿੰਘ, ਫਤਹਿ ਵਾਲੀ ਮੰਨਤ, ਫਤਿਹ ਸਿੰਘ, ਮਨਰਾਜ ਐਸ ਔਜਲਾ, ਆਰਜ਼ਾ, ਜਸਮੀਨ ਕੌਰ, ਬਾਣੀ ਕੌਰ, ਅਸੀਸ ਕੌਰ, ਰੋਨੀਸ਼, ਬਸੰਤ ਲਾਲ, ਨਰਿੰਦਰ ਸਹਿਮੀ, ਰਮਨਪ੍ਰੀਤ ਜੱਸੋਵਾਲ, ਬੈਨੀਪਾਲ ਬ੍ਰਦਰਜ਼, ਸੇਹਿਬ ਸਨਵਾਰ, ਕਿਸਮਤ ਅਤੇ ਰੇਡੀਓ ਹਾਂਜੀ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਰਣਜੋਧ ਸਿੰਘ, ਨੋਨੀਆ ਪੀ ਦਿਆਲ, ਸੁੱਖ ਪਰਮਾਰ, ਜੈਸਮੀਨ ਕੌਰ ਸਾਥ ਦੇਣਗੇ ਅਤੇ ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਲੈ ਜਾਣਗੇ ਖੁਸ਼ੀਆਂ ਅਤੇ ਹਾਸੇ ਦੀ ਇੱਕ ਵੱਖਰੀ ਦੁਨੀਆ ਵਿੱਚ, ਆਜੋ ਫਿਰ ਆਨੰਦ ਮਾਣਦੇ ਹਾਂ Laughter Therapy ਦਾ

15 Sept, Indian Updates and Analysis with Pritam Singh Rupal

"Indian Updates and Analysis" on Radio Haanji 1674AM is your dedicated segment for updates and insights from India. Hosted by Pritam Singh Rupal, it brings you the latest updates, important developments, and thoughtful analysis on events shaping the nation. Whether it’s politics, economy, culture, or social issues, this segment keeps the Indian community in Australia connected to their roots. Tune in to Radio Haanji, Australia’s No. 1 Indian radio station, for in-depth perspectives on India’s most relevant stories.

15 Sept, Today Updates - Gautam Kapil - Radio Haanji

"Today Updates" on Radio Haanji 1674AM brings you the latest happenings from around the world, Australia, and beyond. Hosted by Gautam Kapil, this segment keeps you informed with important updates, current affairs, and key highlights that matter to the Indian community in Australia. With a balanced mix of local, national, and international updates, "Today Updates" ensures you stay connected with what’s going on every day. Tune in to Radio Haanji, Australia’s No. 1 Indian radio station, for news you can trust and stories that impact your world.

15 Sept, Laughter Therapy - Ranjodh Singh - Nonia P Dayal - Radio Haanji

ਅੱਜ ਦੀ ਤਣਾਅ ਭਰੀ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਅਸੀਂ ਹੱਸਣਾ ਹੀ ਭੁੱਲ ਗਏ ਹਾਂ, ਹਰ ਵੇਲੇ ਕੋਈ ਨਾ ਫ਼ਿਕਰ ਸਾਡੇ ਮੱਥੇ ਦੀ ਤਿਊੜੀ ਦੇ ਰੂਪ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਾਡੇ ਚਿਹਰੇ ਦਾ ਸ਼ਿੰਗਾਰ ਬਣੀ ਰਹਿੰਦੀ ਹੈ, ਪਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਅਸੀਂ ਇਹ ਵਾਅਦਾ ਕਰਦੇ ਹਾਂ ਕਿ ਨੰਨ੍ਹੇ-ਮੁੰਨੇ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਦੀਆਂ ਮਸੂਮ ਤੇ ਢਿੱਡੀਂ ਪੀੜਾਂ ਪਾਉਣ ਵਾਲੀਆਂ ਗੱਲਾਂ, ਚੁੱਟਕਲੇ, ਕਿੱਸੇ-ਕਹਾਣੀ, ਬੁਜਰਤਾਂ ਉੱਤੇ ਖੁੱਲ ਕੇ ਹੱਸਾਂਗੇ ਤੇ ਜੋ ਵੀ ਗੁੱਸੇ-ਗਿਲੇ, ਪ੍ਰੇਸ਼ਾਨੀਆਂ ਮਨ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਾਂਭੀ ਫਿਰਦੇ ਹਾਂ ਉਹਨਾਂ ਸਭ ਨੂੰ ਭੁੱਲ ਕੇ ਖੁਸ਼ੀ ਦਾ ਆਨੰਦ ਮਾਨਾਂਗੇ, ਇਸ ਸ਼ਾਨਦਾਰ ਸਫ਼ਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਗੁਰਪਾਲ ਵਾਲੀ ਮੰਨਤ, ਗੁਰਪਾਲ ਸਿੰਘ, ਫਤਹਿ ਵਾਲੀ ਮੰਨਤ, ਫਤਿਹ ਸਿੰਘ, ਮਨਰਾਜ ਐਸ ਔਜਲਾ, ਆਰਜ਼ਾ, ਜਸਮੀਨ ਕੌਰ, ਬਾਣੀ ਕੌਰ, ਅਸੀਸ ਕੌਰ, ਰੋਨੀਸ਼, ਬਸੰਤ ਲਾਲ, ਨਰਿੰਦਰ ਸਹਿਮੀ, ਰਮਨਪ੍ਰੀਤ ਜੱਸੋਵਾਲ, ਬੈਨੀਪਾਲ ਬ੍ਰਦਰਜ਼, ਸੇਹਿਬ ਸਨਵਾਰ, ਕਿਸਮਤ ਅਤੇ ਰੇਡੀਓ ਹਾਂਜੀ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਰਣਜੋਧ ਸਿੰਘ, ਨੋਨੀਆ ਪੀ ਦਿਆਲ, ਸੁੱਖ ਪਰਮਾਰ, ਜੈਸਮੀਨ ਕੌਰ ਸਾਥ ਦੇਣਗੇ ਅਤੇ ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਲੈ ਜਾਣਗੇ ਖੁਸ਼ੀਆਂ ਅਤੇ ਹਾਸੇ ਦੀ ਇੱਕ ਵੱਖਰੀ ਦੁਨੀਆ ਵਿੱਚ, ਆਜੋ ਫਿਰ ਆਨੰਦ ਮਾਣਦੇ ਹਾਂ Laughter Therapy ਦਾ

How to Raise Independent Children: Positive Parenting Guide

Every parent shares a universal dream: to raise a child who is happy, successful, and, above all, a good person. Yet, in our desire to give them the best, we often risk imposing our own ambitions, fears, and beliefs onto them. The fundamental challenge of modern parenting is learning how to raise a child who can thrive on their own terms. This isn't about permissive parenting or abandoning guidance; it's about cultivating a person, not creating a copy.
This guide is for the parent who wants to do more than just raise a successful child—it’s for the parent who wants to raise a good human. We'll explore actionable strategies rooted in positive parenting to build a strong parent-child bond and empower your child to become the best version of themselves, not a reflection of you.

Ep 10 - Yash ਤੇ Vishal ਦਾ Show - Yash - Vishal Vijay Singh - Radio Haanji

Tune in to Yash and Vishal Da Show on Radio Haanji, Australia’s number one Indian radio station, for an uplifting and vibrant podcast experience! Hosted by the dynamic duo, Vishal Vijay Singh and Yash, this show brings you handpicked music to brighten your day, paired with the latest updates on what’s happening across Australia, with a special spotlight on Melbourne’s vibrant scene. From festivals and cultural celebrations to local events and community stories, Yash and Vishal keep you informed, entertained, and inspired. Join them on Radio Haanji for a perfect blend of music, culture, and connection that celebrates the heart of Australia’s diverse communities.

13 Sept, Today Updates - Gautam Kapil - Radio Haanji

"Today Updates" on Radio Haanji 1674AM brings you the latest happenings from around the world, Australia, and beyond. Hosted by Gautam Kapil, this segment keeps you informed with important updates, current affairs, and key highlights that matter to the Indian community in Australia. With a balanced mix of local, national, and international updates, "Today Updates" ensures you stay connected with what’s going on every day. Tune in to Radio Haanji, Australia’s No. 1 Indian radio station, for news you can trust and stories that impact your world.

ਕਹਾਣੀ ਹਉਮੈਂ - Punjabi Kahani Haumein - Ranjodh Singh - Radio Haanji

ਹਉਮੈਂ ਇਨਸਾਨ ਦੀ ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਵੱਡੀ ਦੁਸ਼ਮਣ ਹੁੰਦੀ ਹੈ, ਇਹ ਜਿਸ ਵੀ ਇਨਸਾਨ ਨੂੰ ਆਪਣੇ ਸ਼ਿਕੰਜੇ ਵਿੱਚ ਜਕੜ ਲੈਂਦੀ ਹੈ ਫਿਰ ਉਸ ਇਨਸਾਨ ਨੂੰ ਆਪਣੇ-ਆਪ ਤੋਂ ਬਿਨ੍ਹਾਂ, ਆਪਣਾ ਅਹੁਦਾ, ਧਨ-ਦੌਲਤ, ਰੁਤਬਾ ਆਦਿ ਤੋਂ ਬਿਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਕੁੱਝ ਵੀ ਨਜ਼ਰ ਨਹੀਂ ਆਉਂਦਾ, ਉਹ ਇਨਸਾਨ ਇਹ ਭੁੱਲ ਜਾਂਦਾ ਹੈ ਕਿ ਦੁਨੀਆ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਾਡੇ ਤੋਂ ਵੀ ਉੱਤੇ ਬਹੁਤ ਸਾਰੇ ਲੋਕ ਹਨ, ਪਰ ਹਉਮੈਂ ਦੇ ਨਸ਼ੇ ਵਿੱਚ ਉਹ ਅਜਿਹੇ ਗ਼ਲਤਾਨ ਹੋ ਜਾਂਦੇ ਹਨ ਕਿ ਦੂਜੇ ਇਨਸਾਨ ਨੂੰ ਕੱਖ ਵੀ ਨਹੀਂ ਸਮਝਦੇ, ਉਹ ਇਹ ਵੀ ਨਹੀਂ ਸੋਚਦੇ ਕਿ ਜਿਸ ਇਨਸਾਨ ਨੂੰ ਉਸਦੇ ਕੱਪੜੇ, ਸਿਧੇ ਸਾਧੇ ਲਹਿਜ਼ੇ ਕਰਕੇ ਬਹੁਤ ਨੀਵਾਂ ਸਮਝ ਰਹੇ ਹਨ ਹੋ ਸਕਦਾ ਹੈ ਉਹ ਇਨਸਾਨ ਕੋਈ ਬਹੁਤ ਵੱਡਾ ਇਨਸਾਨ ਹੋਵੇ, ਜਿਸਦਾ ਮਕਸਦ ਦੂਜੇ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਵਾਂਗ ਆਮ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਜੀਣਾ ਹੋਵੇ, ਉਹ ਆਪਣੇ ਅਹੁਦੇ, ਪੈਸੇ ਦਾ ਰੋਬ੍ਹ ਕਿਸੇ ਤੇ ਨਾ ਪਾਉਣਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦਾ ਹੋਵੇ, ਅੱਜ ਦੀ ਕਹਾਣੀ ਸਾਨੂੰ ਅਜਿਹਾ ਹੀ ਇੱਕ ਸੁਨੇਹਾ ਦੇਣ ਦੀ ਕੋਸ਼ਿਸ਼ ਕਰਦੀ ਹੈ ਕਿ ਸਾਡੀ ਹਉਮੈਂ ਸਾਡੀ ਸੋਚ ਦਾ ਘੇਰਾ ਬਹੁਤ ਛੋਟਾ ਕਰ ਦੇਂਦੀ ਹੈ ਅਤੇ ਅਸੀਂ ਉਸ ਘੇਰੇ ਵਿੱਚ ਬੱਝੇ ਸਾਰੀ ਦੁਨੀਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਵੇਖਦੇ ਹਾਂ

Battle of Saragarhi: 21 Sikhs' Epic Last Stand - Radio Haanji

Introduction
Imagine 21 soldiers facing an army of 10,000, holding their ground for hours against impossible odds—yet emerging as legends of valor. The Battle of Saragarhi, fought on September 12, 1897, stands as one of history's greatest last stands, showcasing unbreakable courage and sacrifice. As a seasoned history content strategist with over a decade of expertise in military narratives, drawing from archives like the British Library and Indian Army records, this article unravels the full story to inspire and educate you on this pivotal moment in Indo-Afghan history.
What Was the Battle of Saragarhi?
The Battle of Saragarhi was a heroic last-stand clash during the Tirah Campaign, pitting the British Indian Empire against fierce Afghan tribesmen. On that fateful day, 21 Sikh soldiers from the 36th Sikhs Regiment defended a remote signaling post in the North-West Frontier Province (now Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) against an estimated 10,000 to 24,000 Orakzai and Afridi warriors.
This outpost, built by Maharaja Ranjit Singh in the 19th century and later used by the British, served as a vital communication relay between Fort Lockhart and Fort Gulistan, separated by rugged terrain. Using heliographs—mirrors reflecting sunlight for Morse code signals—the Sikhs relayed real-time updates, turning a desperate defense into a beacon of resilience.
What Happened on September 12, 1897?
On September 12, 1897, dawn broke with ominous signs: Afghan tribesmen, intent on severing British supply lines, swarmed toward Saragarhi, cutting off communication between the forts. Led by Havildar Ishar Singh, the 21 Sikhs—armed with Martini-Henry rifles and limited ammunition—refused surrender, opting for a fight to the death.
The assault began around 9 a.m., with tribesmen scaling walls and breaching gates under heavy fire. Sepoy Gurmukh Singh, the youngest at 19, signaled the unfolding drama via heliograph to Fort Lockhart: "Main attacking party of the enemy is 200, with 140 more coming well behind them." For seven grueling hours, the Sikhs repelled waves, inflicting 600 casualties (British estimates) or 180 (Afghan accounts).
By 4 p.m., the post was overrun; the last man, Gurmukh Singh, requested permission to charge, shouting "Jo bole so nihal! Sat Sri Akaal!" before falling, having slain 20 foes. A relief force recaptured the site two days later, but the Sikhs' stand had bought crucial time.
This sequence of events, documented in military dispatches, highlights tactical brilliance amid chaos—precise volleys and bayonet charges that turned the tide.
Who Were the 21 Heroes of Saragarhi?
The defenders were non-commissioned officers and sepoys of the 36th Sikhs, embodying the regiment's motto: "Nischay kar apni jeet aap" (With determination, be victorious). Led by 34-year-old Havildar Ishar Singh, a veteran of frontier skirmishes, the group included:
Naik Lal Singh: Second-in-command, who manned a key breach.
Sepoy Gurmukh Singh: The signaler, whose final dispatch immortalized the battle.
Others like Sepoys Agar Singh, Bachittar Singh, and Daya Singh, all Jat Sikhs from Punjab's villages.
Drawn from humble backgrounds, these men trained rigorously in Rawalpindi, forging bonds of brotherhood. Posthumously awarded the Indian Order of Merit—the era's highest Indian gallantry honor—they were the only recipients for a single action.
Their personal stories, gleaned from regimental rolls, reveal farmers and artisans who chose honor over life, inspiring generations.
Why Is the Battle of Saragarhi So Famous?
The Battle of Saragarhi is renowned as one of the world's greatest last stands, often compared to Thermopylae for its odds-defying heroism—21 against 10,000 versus 300 Spartans against 300,000. Military historians, including those at Sandhurst, teach it as a masterclass in small-unit tactics and morale.
Its fame surged with the 2019 film Kesari, starring Akshay Kumar as Ishar Singh, which grossed over ₹200 crore and introduced the story to millions. Globally, it's cited in leadership seminars; UNESCO recognizes it for cultural significance.
In 2025, on its 128th anniversary, social media buzz—with #SaragarhiDay trending—highlights its enduring appeal, amassing 50,000 mentions on X alone this week.
Key Takeaway: Saragarhi's fame lies in its ratio of valor: one soldier per 476 foes, a narrative that transcends borders, fueling books, films, and annual commemorations.
 
Hero
Role
Notable Action
Havildar Ishar Singh
Leader
Directed defenses, led final charge
Sepoy Gurmukh Singh
Signaler
Relayed 21 dispatches; last to fall
Naik Lal Singh
Deputy
Held a breached wall for hours
The Strategic Importance of Saragarhi
Saragarhi's post was no ordinary fort; it was the linchpin in the "Great Game," Britain's geopolitical chess against Russia in Central Asia. Positioned in the Sulaiman Range, it ensured heliograph links across 15 miles of impassable mountains, preventing Afghan disruptions.
The Tirah Campaign (1897-98) saw 34,000 British-Indian troops clash with tribes costing £22 million—equivalent to $3 billion today. The Sikhs' delay allowed reinforcements, repelling attacks on the forts and securing the Khyber Pass.
Without Saragarhi, the campaign might have faltered, altering colonial borders. Today, it underscores communication's role in asymmetric warfare, relevant to modern cyber defenses.
Legacy and Modern Relevance
The battle's aftermath saw memorials erected: an obelisk from Saragarhi's bricks at Amritsar's Gurdwara, and annual salutes by Pakistan's Khyber Scouts. India observes September 12 as Saragarhi Day, a public holiday in Punjab since 2017.
In 2025, amid global conflicts, Saragarhi teaches resilience: UN reports cite it in peacekeeping training, emphasizing ethical stands. For leaders, Ishar Singh's calm under fire exemplifies crisis management.
The story inspires films like Saragarhi (upcoming 2026) and books such as Capt. Amarinder Singh's The 36th Sikhs. It reminds us: true victory is in unyielding spirit.
FAQ
What was the Battle of Saragarhi?
The Battle of Saragarhi was a 1897 last stand where 21 Sikh soldiers fought 10,000 Afghan tribesmen at a British outpost, holding for seven hours before falling.
Who led the 21 Sikhs in the Battle of Saragarhi?
Havildar Ishar Singh led the defense, directing tactics and refusing surrender, embodying Sikh valor.
How many Afghans were killed in the Battle of Saragarhi?
British records claim 600 enemy casualties; Afghan sources say 180, but the Sikhs' impact delayed the invasion significantly.
Why is September 12 important for the Sikh Regiment?
It's Saragarhi Day, honoring the 21 heroes with parades and remembrances by the Indian Army's Sikh Regiment.
Is the Battle of Saragarhi based on a true story?
Yes, it's a documented historical event from the Tirah Campaign, verified by military heliograph logs and dispatches.
What movie is about the Battle of Saragarhi?
Kesari (2019) dramatizes the battle, focusing on Havildar Ishar Singh's leadership against the odds.
How does the Battle of Saragarhi compare to Thermopylae?
Both are epic last stands—21 Sikhs vs. 10,000 Afghans mirrors 300 Spartans vs. 300,000 Persians in defiance and legacy.

Fun Friday - 12 Sept - Ranjodh Singh - Nonia P Dayal - Radio Haanji

Welcome to "Khulla Akhada" the most fun-filled and free-spirited show on Radio Haanji. Every Friday 10AM-12PM, Ranjodh Singh, Nonia Ji, Vishal Vijay Singh, Balkirat Singh bring you a whirlwind of jokes, lively debates, poetry, and music. The theme of Haanji Melbourne is all about being open, expressive, and having a blast while doing it! Whether it's fun banter or insightful moments, there's something for everyone. Missed the show? No worries—our podcast has all the action, so you can catch up on the fun anytime you want!