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'All is well'? Charanjit Singh Channi conspicuous by his absence during Rahul's speech in Lok Sabha

Congress MP Charanjit Singh Channi made headlines by missing Rahul Gandhi's speech in Lok Sabha, prioritising a protest over an alleged paper leak in Faridkot. This sheds light on the brewing tensions within the Punjab Congress, as party leaders balance internal disagreements with the pressing need to prepare for next…

The Economic Times

Punjab BJP chief accuses AAP govt of hijacking civic polls, submits memorandum to Governor

Punjab BJP president Kewal Singh Dhillon accused the AAP government of rigging recent Morinda municipal elections. Dhillon stated that the BJP submitted a memorandum to Governor Gulab Chand Kataria seeking intervention. He alleged unprecedented irregularities and manipulation during the election process in Morinda. Meanwhile, Congress leader Charanjit Singh Channi also…

The Economic Times

Punjab elections 2027: AAP vs who? BJP, Congress, Shiroman Akali Dal scramble for challenger's spot

The battle for Punjab's 2027 opposition leadership is intensifying among key parties. Congress faces internal friction after recent leadership appointments and decisions. The BJP is stepping up its outreach efforts with planned visits by top leaders. The Shiromani Akali Dal fights to regain its former political relevance. This contest shapes…

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Punjab Congress chief reaffirms unity in party ranks amid rift over Congress' leadership decisions

Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Raja Warring stated party unity despite some leaders missing a meeting. He explained absences were due to planned engagements like the Amarnath Yatra. Former Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi and Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa did not attend the meeting. Warring assured all leaders would address the media…

The Economic Times

Former Punjab CM Channi's supporters gather at his residence, demand he be made state Congress chief

Supporters of Charanjit Singh Channi, including former MLAs, gathered at his residence demanding he be made Punjab Congress chief. This follows the party's decision to retain Amrinder Singh Raja Warring in the role. Channi, a prominent Dalit leader, was appointed chairperson of the campaign committee. Many believe Channi's leadership is…

The Economic Times

No leadership change in Punjab Congress; party to contest polls under Kharge, Rahul, Bhupesh Baghel says

Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel has dismissed rumors of a leadership change in Punjab. He stated the party will contest the upcoming Assembly polls collectively. Key leaders including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge were present at a meeting discussing the state's political future. Baghel criticized the ruling AAP government on issues…

The Economic Times

Punjab civic polls: Political workers clash at several places; 63.94 per cent voter turnout recorded

Punjab witnessed civic elections on Tuesday. Clashes and allegations of booth capturing were reported across several locations. The polling saw a turnout of 63.94 percent. The elections are considered crucial ahead of next year's assembly polls. Counting of votes will take place on May 29. Several political leaders condemned the…

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Know Your Turncoats, Part 21: Punjab has 20 in fray, most of them switched in election year

Across Punjab’s 13 Lok Sabha seats, turncoats dominate the candidates list of both the AAP and the BJP, with both fielding seven defectors each. The Congress has given tickets to four turncoats while the SAD has fielded two. And at least 60 percent of all these defections have taken place…

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Sidhu’s rallies stoke tensions in Punjab Congress ahead of LS poll

As the Lok Sabha election draws closer, the Congress unit in Punjab appears to be struggling to set its house in order, finding itself in a situation similar to what the party saw before the 2022 State election.

The Hindu

Punjab Congress criticises AAP govt for arresting party leader Sukhpal Singh Khaira

CHANDIGARH: Punjab Congress strongly criticised the Bhagwant Mann-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for arresting senior party leader and All-India Kissan Congress chairman Sukhpal Singh Khaira in connection with an old case registered against him under the NDPS Act.

The Times of India

Punjab | Local Congress leader shot dead in Moga

Man shot dead in Punjab's Moga district. CCTV footage shows assailant firing at Baljinder Singh Balli (45) before fleeing. Balli succumbed to injuries in hospital. Senior Congress leaders condemn incident. Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring blames AAPPunjab govt for deteriorating law and order situation.

The Hindu

AAP insulting Dalit leader to satisfy its ego: Punjab Congress

CHANDIGARH: Rallying behind former chief minister Charanjit Singh Channi, Punjab Congress leadership played the Dalit card and accused the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government of insulting a Dalit leader to "satisfy their ego".

The Times of India

Navjot Singh Sidhu’s welcome turns pomp-show outside Central jail Patiala, but DCC skips presence

PATIALA: A large number of Congress workers and supporters of Navjot Singh Sidhu reached outside Central jail in Patiala on Saturday ahead of release of former Punjab Congress president, however the District Congress Committee (DCC) skipped to reach the venue for his welcome.

The Times of India

Navjot Singh Sidhu may be released from Patiala Central Jail on Saturday

PATIALA: Former Punjab Congress president Navjot Singh Sidhu is expected to be released from Patiala Central Jail by Saturday and a tweet from Navjot Singh Sidhu’s account was also shared on Friday in this regard.

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Bhagwant Mann desperately craves self-publicity: Punjab Congress

CHANDIGARH: Mocking Bhagwant Mann for using his photograph on Aam Aadmi Clinics, Punjab Congress reminded him of his promise that no government offices will have chief minister’s photos.

The Times of India

Punjab Congress seeks introduction of bill to restrict purchase of farmland

CHANDIGARH: Leaders of Punjab Congress on Wednesday submitted a letter to assembly speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan, seeking the introduction of a private member’s bill in the next session to restrict/ban purchase of agricultural land by non-Punjabis in order to protect the identity and demographic balance of the state.

The Times of India

AAP govt lost trust of people in 9 months: Punjab Congress

CHANDIGARH: Coming out in support of protesters who were forcibly removed from outside a liquor distillery unit in Zira, Punjab Congress asserted that no ruling political party in the history of state had lost the trust of the people as prematurely as the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).

The Times of India

Punjab Congress slams CM Bhagwant Mann for delay in framing new industrial policy

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Congress has criticised the Bhagwant Mann-led Aam Aadmi Party government for delay in framing a new policy for industrialists that would open the doors for new investments in the fund-starved state.

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Punjab Congress slams AAP govt for its failure to meet labourers' demands

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Congress slammed the Bhagwant Mann-led government for its indifferent approach towards the genuine demands of the landless and farm labourers in the state.

The Hindu

Punjab Congress delegates urge Rahul to become party president

They also passed a resolution authorising party president Sonia Gandhi to appoint the Punjab Congress Committee members

The Times of India

Congress leaders stage protest outside Punjab Punjab Vigilance Headquarters in Mohali

MOHALI: Bharat Bhushan Ashu facing enquiry and Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring along with all prominent party leaders staged protest outside the Punjab Vigilance Headquarters in Mohali on Monday.

The Times of India

Punjab: First budget of AAP govt a bunch of lies, says Congress

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Congress dismissed the state budget as a bunch of lies. Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring said the government has betrayed the people of Punjab as not a single promise that the AAP made before elections has been fulfilled in the budget.

The Hindu

Rahul Gandhi meets Moosewala family, flays AAP govt. in Punjab over deteriorating law and order

The Congress will ensure that justice is delivered to Moosewala’s family, says former Congress president Rahul Gandhi

The Hindu

Navjot Singh Sidhu brought to Rajindra hospital in Patiala for medical examination

Former Punjab Congress chief has been sentenced to one-year rigorous imprisonment by the Supreme Court in a 1988 road rage death case

The Times of India

Navjot Singh Sidhu road rage case: Impact on political career not clear yet

AMRITSAR: Opinions are divided on what impact the sentencing of Navjot Sidhu to one-year rigorous imprisonment in a road rage case will have on his political career. Even as the cricketer-turned-comedian-turned-politician has already been sulking publicly after being removed from the post of Punjab Congress chief, some believe that road…

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