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Anti-drug crusader Parwinder Singh Jhota released from jail in Punjab

In the attempt to murder case as well, the police had discharged Mr. Singh, saying he had been incorrectly booked in the case, Mr. Lakhanpal said.

The Hindu

AAP deceiving Punjabi youth: Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa on jobs to 'outsiders'

CHANDIGARH: Senior Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa on Friday accused the Aam Aadmi Party-led Punjab government of disregarding the Punjabi youth in government jobs.

The Times of India

Analysis | AAP’s flip-flop on panchayats in Punjab reflects poorly on govt.’s style of working

On August 10, the Punjab government issued a notification dissolving all gram panchayats, panchayat samitis, and zila parishads in the State. Days later it reverted its ‘technically flawed’ decision. Soon after the notification, the government faced stiff resistance to its decision from the Opposition, including the Congress, the Shiromani Akali…

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Punjab’s tourism summit will elevate State’s economic prospects, says Minister

‘Punjab Tourism Summit and Travel Mart 2023’ scheduled for Sept. 11-13, is set to be a significant gathering of stakeholders and investors.. Punjab Tourism Minister Anmol Gagan Maan said the event will showcase Punjab's rich heritage and hospitality, while promoting eco-friendly tourism. Investors will actively participate, offering a platform to…

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Morning Digest | Udhayanidhi Stalin’s remarks require proper response, PM Modi tells Ministers at informal meeting; Ready to hold polls as per legal provisions, CEC on ‘one nation, one election’, and more

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AIFF urges ISL clubs to release Asian Games-bound footballers

AIFF urges ISL clubs to release players for Asian Games, citing national interest. AIFF hopes clubs will release players to make India proud. The Hangzhou-bound 22-member Indian men’s squad has six players from Bengaluru FC, three from Mumbai City FC, while FC Goa, Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, Odisha FC, Kerala…

The Hindu

Punjab AAP Minister says there is no alliance with Congress

The cracks between the Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the partners of the newly formed Indian National Development Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) were on display on Wednesday after a Cabinet Minister in Punjab, where AAP is in power, ruled out any alliance with the Congress.

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Bhagwant Mann and Laljit Bhullar must quit: Sukhbir Singh Badal on dissolution of Panchayats in Punjab

LUDHIANA: Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal om Sunday dubbed the Punjab Chief Minster Bhagwant Mann and the Panchayat Raj Minister Laljit Singh Bullar as “partners in crime” in their botched up assault on grass-root democracy through dissolution of and election to Panchayats in the state.

The Times of India

Male leopard found dead in Punjab's Ropar; consigned to flames after post-mortem

PATIALA: A four to five years old male leopard was found lying dead on Friday morning at Ropar – Nurpur Bedi road near Garh bagga village of Punjab's Ropar district following which the post-mortem of the dead animal was carried out.

The Times of India

Aam Aadmi Party draws flak amid flip-flop on dissolving panchayats in Punjab

AAP govt in Punjab faces backlash for flip-flop on 'panchayats' dissolution. Opposition parties accuse CM Bhagwant Mann of making 'unconstitutional' decision & demand his resignation. Govt withdraws notification & suspends two senior IAS officers, blaming them for the fiasco. Opposition slams govt for making 'bureaucracy' a scapegoat & demands CM's…

The Hindu

Punjab: Drugs weighing around 2.752 kg seized by police, BSF in Tarn Taran

In a joint operation launched by the Border Security Force (BSF) and the Punjab Police at the outskirts of Mehdipur village in Punjab's Tarn Taran district, drugs weighing around 2.752 Kg were seized. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Punjab’s Nasha Roko Committees: the anti-drug lords

In 47 days since Parwinder Singh ‘Jhota’s arrest, a sit-in has been in progress at the Mansa district admin complex. Supported by thousands from Punjab’s Malwa region, farmer unions, and Nasha Roko Committees, they are protesting the drug problem and lack of faith in police/govt. Parwinder, a former drug user,…

The Hindu

Punjab’s AAP govt. to withdraw notification on dissolving panchayats

AAP govt in Punjab withdraws decision to dissolve ‘gram panchayats’. Punjab & Haryana HC informed of govt’s decision to withdraw notification. Opp. parties term it a “victory of democracy”.

The Hindu

Victory of democracy: Punjab Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa on panchayats’ dissolution rollback

CHANDIGARH: Responding to the Aam Aadmi Party-led Punjab government’s decision to roll back its move to dissolve the panchayats, leader of opposition in the state assembly Partap Singh Bajwa termed it a victory of the democratic institutions.

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HC notice to Centre, Haryana, advocate general on plea against favoritism/nepotism in selection of law officers

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab and Haryana high court on Thursday issued notice to the Central government, Haryana government and advocate general (AG) Haryana Baldev Raj Mahajan on a plea seeking probe into the alleged irregularities/nepotism into the selections/appointments of law officers in the AG office Haryana.

The Hindu

Court orders attachment of property linked to Khalistan Liberation Force’s “narco-terror” module accused

The NIA had registered the case on January 22, 2020, based on the original first information report (FIR) dated May 31, 2019.

The Times of India

Punjab police arrest 6 associates of Pakistan-based terrorist Harwinder Singh 'Rinda'; 5 pistols recovered

CHANDIGARH: Punjab police’s Anti-Gangster Task Force(AGTF), in a joint operation with Mohali police, has arrested six associates of the ISI-backed Pakistan-based terrorist Harwinder Singh alias Rinda and recovered five pistols along with ammunition from their possession.

Dynamite News

Two detained in connection with pro-Khalistan graffiti at Delhi metro stations

The Delhi Police Special Cell on Thursday detained two persons from Punjab in connection with pro-Khalistan graffiti and slogans painted at more than 5 metro stations in Delhi on August 27. Read further on Dynamite News:

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SC refuses to interfere with Punjab and Haryana HC order staying WFI polls

A Bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Pankaj Mithal asked the petitioner, Andhra Pradesh Amateur Wrestling Association to approach the high court with its grievances.

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Christian families in Pakistan pick up pieces after mob attack over 'blasphemy'

On August 16, a Muslim mob attacked a Christian neighbourhood of the Pakistani town of Jaranwala. Homes and churches were burned and ransacked by a crowd of hundreds that tore through the streets of the town in the eastern Punjab province. The attack happened after two Christian brothers were accused…

The Hindu

Data | Dispute over Unacademy tutor Karan Sangwan’s remark is much ado about nothing

Unacademy recently fired an instructor, Karan Sangwan, for a video in which he discussed voting for educated candidates. The Hindu’s data on the educational qualifications of Members of Parliament (MPs) in the current Lok Sabha reveals that 72% are graduates, less than 0.5% are illiterate or just literate, and 23.5%…

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Basmati rice exporters express ‘shock’ over curbs, demand urgent solution

Punjab rice exporters criticize Centre's export restrictions on Basmati rice, citing potential financial losses. Union Commerce Ministry had directed APEDA to register contracts of US$1,200/metric tonne & above. Punjab Rice Millers & Exporters Association seeks meeting to find solution.

The Times of India

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 Hindu

Neeraj and I are happy to top a sport once dominated by Europeans: Nadeem

Karachi's Arshad Nadeem & India's Neeraj Chopra have a healthy competition for gold at the Paris Olympics. Nadeem won silver at the World Athletics Championship & gold at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games. Both athletes ran a victory lap after the final. Nadeem's journey began in his village in Punjab, where…

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ED freezes ₹6 crore assets of ex-Congress Minister in Punjab

ED seizes ₹6 cr assets in Punjab tender scam case linked to ex-Minister Ashu.

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