The Latest Breaking News from Harpal Singh Cheema

AAP holds protest against CEC in Chandigarh, backs CJP stir call; Sisodia, other leaders detained

Punjab's ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) staged a protest in Chandigarh against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged vote theft, demanding his resignation. Led by Manish Sisodia and Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, the demonstration criticised the BJP-led Centre over detentions in Delhi ahead of the Cockroach Janata Party's…

The Economic Times · Oct 10

AAP alleges Centre misusing agencies ahead of assembly polls amid ED searches in Punjab

Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema slammed the Centre over the the Enforcement Directorate's search operations in the state, accusing it of misusing probe agencies ahead of the state assembly polls. AAP workers on Thursday staged a protest outside the GMADA office and raised slogans against the Union government. The…

The Economic Times · Sep 24

No advisory for cops to avoid uniforms outside of stations: Punjab Police

Punjab Police has denied issuing any advisory for personnel to avoid wearing uniforms. A purported advisory circulating online, which suggested wearing civil dress, has been declared fake. Opposition leaders had claimed the police issued such an advisory after a recent murder incident. State police clarified that no such advisory was…

The Economic Times · Sep 22

Lawrence Bishnoi gang stakes claim on gunfire outside Diljit's manager in Karnal

A social media update from the infamous Lawrence Bishnoi gang claims responsibility for gunfire outside the residence of Diljit Dosanjh's manager in Karnal. However, Haryana authorities have stated that they are yet to receive any complaints, and a preliminary sweep of the scene found nothing amiss.

The Economic Times · May 13

Punjab cabinet approves new excise policy, aims at over ₹10,000-Crore collections

The Punjab cabinet gave its nod to the excise policy for 2024-25.

The Hindu · Mar 9, 2024

Punjab FM flays Centre for withholding funds, as he presents budget

Punjab budget 2024: Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema presented the State’s budget in the State Assembly for the financial year 2024-25, envisaging a total outlay of over ₹2 lakh crore.

The Hindu · Mar 5, 2024

Punjab government has for the first time brought reservation for SCs in the appointment of law officers: Cheema

AAP government first to bring reservation for SCs in appointment of law officers, says Punjab FM Cheema. 58 posts reserved for SCs, 178 for General Category. Congress and SAD-BJP anti-Dalits, cheated by taking votes in name of Dalits for centuries, he alleges

The Hindu · Nov 29, 2023

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.

The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023

12 furnaces inspected, 60 vehicles detained under ongoing spree against tax evaders: Punjab excise and taxation minister Harpal Singh Cheema

CHANDIGARH: In continuance with the on-going special drive to detect the Goods and Services Tax (GST) evasion in iron and steel industry, the mobile wings of Tax department on Monday inspected 12 furnaces and detained 60 vehicles during a surprise operation at Mandi Gobindgarh.

The Times of India · Aug 28, 2023

Punjab delegation in Kerala to study Beverages Corporation model

A delegation from the Punjab Excise and Taxation department led by Minister Harpal Singh Cheema is on a visit to the State to understand the functioning of the Kerala State beverages Corporation as a public distribution outlet.

The Hindu · Jun 28, 2023