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‘Congress a thing of the past in Punjab, Delhi’

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann takes dig at Congress, criticizes Centre for excluding Punjab's tableau from Republic Day parade.

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Centre rejects as 'baseless' Bhagwant Mann's criticism for excluding Punjab tableau from R-Day parade

“The tableau proposal of Punjab was considered in first three rounds of meeting of the Expert Committee. After the third round of meeting, the tableau of Punjab could not be taken forward by the Expert Committee for further consideration for not aligning to the broader themes of this year’s tableau,”…

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Punjab CM Mann rubbishes BJP's claim that he wanted tableau to display his, Kejriwal's photos

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann challenges BJP's Sunil Jakhar to prove his accusation of using state tableau for personal promotion, or quit politics.

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Union Jal Shakti Minister Shekhawat to meet Haryana, Punjab CMs amid SYL row

Union Jal Shakti Minister to hold meeting with Haryana & Punjab CM's to address long-standing Sutlej-Yamuna Link Canal issue.

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Punjab CM Mann alleges Centre has rejected State’s tableau for Republic Day parade to demean sacrifices of Punjabis

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann alleged that the central government has rejected the State’s tableau for the Republic Day parade

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Akali Dal plans party units in Sikh-populated States in a move towards core ‘panthic’ agenda

SAD president Sukhbir Badal announces to set up party units in states with Sikh population, in an effort to regain relevance in State politics.

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Akali leader Bikram Majithia appears before Punjab SIT for questioning in drugs case

SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia questioned by Punjab Police SIT in drugs case; accused CM Bhagwant Mann of playing politics.

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Punjab farmers reject ₹11 sugarcane SAP hike; call it ‘betrayal’

Punjab's sugarcane growers accuse AAP-led govt. of "betrayal" after CM Bhagwant Mann announces SAP hike of Rs 11/quintal, deemed "too little" by farmers.

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Punjab farmers’ protests continue for second day

AAP CM Bhagwant Mann criticizes farmer unions for blocking roads, creating inconvenience to common man. SKM coordinator Darshan Pal says AAP has changed attitude since coming to power. Farmers are protesting for hike in sugarcane crop price from Rs 380 to Rs 450 per quintal. SAD chief spokesperson Arshdeep Singh…

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In Punjab, AAP sets tone for 2024 parliamentary polls, hits out at Modi

AAP sharpens attack on Opp. parties in Punjab; CM Mann & Kejriwal blame them for ruining State. PM Modi called 'master of phraseology' who befooled people. People of Gurdaspur waiting to see their MP Sunny Deol. People to teach Opp. parties a lesson in polls. CM Mann alleges SAD insulted…

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SAD president Sukhbir asks Punjab CM to apologise or face defamation case

SAD Pres. Badal sends legal notice to Punjab CM Mann for 'malicious lies' and demands apology within 5 days. Badal accuses Mann of making 'outlandish statement' and 'wild allegations' to damage Badal family's reputation. Failing to apologize, Badal will file defamation case.

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Stubble trouble | Decoding the smog blanket over Delhi

Delhi blanketed in smog, air quality index (AQI) hitting severe-plus 500 mark, 1.67 million Indians dying prematurely in 2019 due to air pollution, 14 of top 20 most polluted cities in world from north India, stubble burning a significant factor in pollution spike, govt. providing CRM machines, farmers demanding ₹2,500-3,000…

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Governors should do a ‘little bit of soul-searching’, SC says on holding back of crucial Bills

SC directs Solicitor General Tushar Mehta to place status report on Punjab Governor Banwarilal Purohit's action on Bills passed by State Assembly. Bench says Governors must act before matters reach SC, soul-searching needed

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Haryana Minister slams Punjab govt. over stubble burning; AAP hits back

Haryana Agriculture Minister Jai Prakash Dalal on Saturday slammed the Bhagwant Mann government in Punjab over the stubble-burning incidents in the state, prompting a sharp reaction from the Aam Aadmi Party.

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Kejriwal skips ED summons, demands withdrawal of ‘illegal, politically motivated’ notice

Arvind Kejriwal will not appear before ED and will go to Madhya Pradesh for campaigning. He will take part in a roadshow with Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann. ED summoned Mr. Kejriwal for questioning in money laundering case linked to alleged Delhi excise policy scam

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Opposition parties in Punjab skip open debate on SYL canal

Opposition skips open debate called by CM Mann to discuss SYL canal row. CM says Opposition ran away due to lack of tangible issues. People denied entry to debate, CM's event termed immature exercise. Opposition alleges AAP resorted to clampdown, belittled State's water concern. CM says Opposition not able to…

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Punjab Governor gives approval to table two Bills in Assembly

Gov. Purohit approves two of three Money Bills sent to him by Punjab CM Mann. First Bill enables setting up of GST Appellate Tribunal, second Bill levies stamp duty on mortgaging property.

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Punjab bans dangerous stunts involving tractors

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces ban on dangerous tractor stunts after 29-yr-old man dies in Gurdaspur. CM said tragic incident was unfortunate & to protect lives, a complete ban on stunts involving tractors & other agri implements is imposed. Tractors should not be catalysts of death, hence ban is needed.

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Punjab Assembly session cut short; State government to move Supreme Court against Governor

Punjab CM to move Supreme Court against Governor's refusal to approve three Bills. Assembly adjourned sine die. CM urges Speaker to adjourn House to avoid tussle with Governor. Governor had written to CM, withholding approval for Bills. Congress questions Speaker on legality of session. Speaker asserts session is legal.

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Punjab BJP resolves to oppose SYL canal construction

BJP's Punjab unit opposes construction of SYL canal, accuses ruling AAP of betraying people of Punjab. Resolution demands CM Bhagwant Mann to protect vital interests of Punjab or quit. BJP to make every sacrifice to prevent SYL or any new water carrier channel for carrying Punjab's waters to non-basin and…

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Gadkari inaugurates 418-feet national flag at Attari-Wagah border, tallest in country

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the tallest national flag in India (418ft) at Attari in Amritsar. Accompanied by Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann and Amritsar MP Aujla, he visited Golden Temple and witnessed the retreat ceremony at Attari-Wagah border. Prayed for well-being and development of India.

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Ten Congress councillors from Jalandhar join AAP

AAP welcomes 10 Congress councillors from Jalandhar to party fold ahead of municipal elections.

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SYL canal ‘debate’ - SAD leaders march towards Punjab CM residence, police uses water cannons

Police used water cannons to disperse SAD members marching to CM Bhagwant Mann's residence to debate SYL canal issue. SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal accused AAP of compromising Punjab's interests. AAP leaders accused opposition of misleading people. Police used water cannons after crowd attempted to break barricades. SC asked Union…

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BJP sharpens attack on AAP over rising debt in Punjab, says State economy is on ‘ventilator’

BJP accuses AAP of mismanaging Punjab's economy, causing debt to rise to Rs 50,000 crore in 1.5 yrs. CM Mann's letter admits state's financial position is strained. BJP's Shergill & Chugh criticize govt, demand white paper on squandering of Punjab money.

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Not even single drop of additional water to be shared with any State: Punjab CM on SYL issue

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann said no water will be shared with other States. Cabinet approved Gurminder Singh for AG post and discussed SYL canal issue a fay after SC asked Centre to survey land allocated for SYL canal & pursue mediation process

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