Chandigarh Diary | Kangana being Kangana over Rs 1 lakh power bill
Bollywood actress and BJP MP from Mandi, Kangana Ranaut raised eyebrows recently by claiming that she had received an electricity bill of around a mind-boggling Rs 1 lakh for a single month for her unoccupied house in Manali. It is a miserable situation. I feel ashamed as to what is happening, she had said while hitting out at the Himachal Pradesh government. State Industries Minister Harshwardhan Chauhan, however, dismissed it as a case of Kangana being Kangana. He noted that the actor is known for making sensational remarks. He further remarked that Kangana, being more of an artiste than a politician, likes being dramatic on stage. BJP leaders bat for Waqf as protests continue As members of Muslim organisations and Opposition leaders across the country are up in arms over the Waqf (Amendment) Act, BJP leaders are trying hard to allay the apprehensions of the minority community about the new legislation. Union Minister of Power and Urban Development and former Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar recently met with members of the Muslim community in Karnal and assured them that the amendment would ensure greater transparency and reduce land-related disputes. Khattar also said that thanks to the law, people will have the right to appeal Waqf boards decisions in court, a welcome change. Mann and Hamdard bury the hatchet after two yrs The bitterness between Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann and Barjinder Singh Hamdard, the managing editor of a leading Punjabi daily, appears to be fading away. It all started after the Mann government ordered a vigilance probe into the Jang-E-Azadi Memorial at Kartarpur, in which Hamdard had played a key role. The vigilance bureau named Hamdard in an FIR registered last May. Mann and Hamdard didnt see eye to eye after that for two years... until Friday, when the two came face to face at the last rites (antim ardas) of Resham Kaur, wife of former BJP MP Hans Raj Hans, at a gurdwara in Jalandhar. Mann and Hamdard hugged each other on the occasion. Harpreet Bajwa Our correspondent in Chandigarh hsbajwa73@gmail.com
Modi dares Congress to make Muslim president
CHANDIGARH: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday strongly defended the Waqf Act and attacked the Congress opposition to it as nothing but the partys appeasement policy. Addressing a rally at Hisar in Haryana on the birth anniversary of Dr B R Ambedkar, he dared the Congress to select a Muslim as its president or allocate 50% of tickets to Muslim candidates if it truly cared for the community. Before the rally, Modi laid the foundation stone of the new terminal building of the Maharaja Agrasen Airport worth over Rs 410 crore and flagged off a commercial flight to Ayodhya. He reiterated his promise that even those wearing slippers would fly in aeroplanes, saying that the vision is now being realised countrywide. Modi accused the Congress of turning SCs, STs, and OBCs into second-class citizens when in power. He cited the case of Karnataka, where the government turned the reservations for SCs, STs, and OBCs into an appeasement tool, granting reservations in government tenders based on religion. He said that the Constitution has no such provision. The PM said the Congress appeasement policies significantly harmed the Muslim community, benefiting only a few and leaving the rest of society uneducated and impoverished. On the availability of vast tracts of land under Waqf boards, the PM said that they were meant to benefit the poor, destitute women and children but were exploited by a handful of land mafia. He claimed that the mafia was encroaching on lands belonging to SCs, tribals and backward classes, leaving the Pasmanda Muslim community without any benefits. Defending the new Waqf Act, he said the amendments would end such exploitation, ensuring that Waqf Boards cannot touch tribal lands. He described this as a major step in protecting tribal interests. Insulted Ambedkar PM Modi said that the Congress insulted B R Ambedkar during its rule, orchestrated his electoral defeats, and conspired to exclude him from the system. After his death, the Congress also tried to erase his legacy and suppress his ideas, the PM claimed, adding that the grand old party spread the virus of vote-bank politics in the country. Double standard On implementing Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Uttarakhand, PM Modi accused the Congress of having double standards on secularism. The Constitution talks about a secular civil code, but Congress never implemented it. Today, UCC has been implemented in Uttarakhand. Unfortunately, the Congress is opposing this, he said.
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14 years barefoot, a dream fulfilled: PM Modi meets devoted follower, places shoes on his feet
14 years barefoot, a dream fulfilled: PM Modi meets devoted follower, places shoes on his feet Chandigarh: It was an emotional moment on Monday for Haryana resident Rampal Kashyap, who walked barefoot for 14 years with the sole aim of meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Prime Minister not only met him but also bent [] The post 14 years barefoot, a dream fulfilled: PM Modi meets devoted follower, places shoes on his feet appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
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Punjab CM warns parties to refrain from indulging in threat politics
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Modi accuses Congress of undermining Ambedkar's legacy, calls it anti-SC, ST, OBC
PM launched a scathing attack on Congress over Baba Saheb, called it anti-SC, ST and OBC
PM Modi lays foundation stones for development projects in Yamunanagar
PM lays foundation stone for new terminal at Hisar airport
Prime Minister Modi laid the foundation for a Rs 410-crore terminal at Hisar Airport, enhancing Haryana's connectivity. New flights will connect Hisar to Ayodhya, Jammu, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, and Chandigarh. Since 2014, the number of airports has doubled to 150, with the UDAN scheme connecting 90 airports and making air travel more accessible.
CHANDIGARH: Punjab Leader of Opposition and senior Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa did not appear before the cyber crime police station in Phase 7 of Mohali on April 14 over 'grenade' remark. He had sought time till April 15 to face 'questioning' after he was booked late evening on April 13 by the Punjab Police. He was issued 'summons' for claiming that 50 hand grenades entered the State, 18 were used in blasts, while 32 remained unaccounted for. The summons issued to Bajwa by Superintendent of Police (cyber crime cell) Harbir Singh Atwal read, In pursuance of Sub Section (3) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, I hereby inform you that during the investigation of FIR No. 19 dated April 13, 2025 under Sections 353(2) and 197(1) of the BNS registered at Cyber Crime police station, Phase 7, SAS Nagar, it is revealed that there are 'reasonable' grounds to question you to ascertain facts and circumstances about the present investigation. Hence, you are directed to appear before me at the police station concerned on Monday at noon. However, Bajwa, through his counsel, expressed his inability to appear before the police in Mohali on April 14 at noon and sought time till 2 pm on April 15 to do so. His lawyer met police officials and assured them that his client would present himself for questioning on April 15. A case has been registered against Bajwa at Cyber Crime police station in Mohali under Sections 197(1)(d) (false and misleading information that endangers countrys sovereignty and unity) and 353(2) (false statements intend to create enmity and hatred or ill will) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. In an interview to a private television channel, Bajwa had claimed, I have come to know that 50 bombs have reached Punjab. Of them, 18 have exploded, 32 are yet to go off. Bajwa made the statement following 16 grenade attack incidents that took place across the State since September last year, targeting police establishments, religious places, and residences. The latest attack was on BJP leader Manoranjan Kalias house in Jalandhar on April 8. Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring called for a protest at the party office on April 15 to protest against the Aam Aadmi Party governments action against Bajwa. The Mann government is misusing the police to browbeat its rivals, he had said.
Three 'criminals' flee from police custody in Punjab, nabbed within 24 hours
CHANDIGARH: Three alleged criminals who escaped from police lock-up in Muktsar, Punjab were arrested within twenty four hours after they fled. Five police personnel have been placed under suspension for negligence Sources said that on Thursday Muktsar police had arrested Boota Singh of Muktsar and Lovetain of Fazilka. Police also seized 3.3 quintals of poppy husk from them. In another case, one Shamsher Singh of Kattianwali village was arrested in connection with an attempt to murder case. However, all the three managed to escape from the lock-up in Kabarwala police station after partially breaking the window grills on Saturday night. Police nabbed Boota within few hours after his escape. Lovetain and Shamsher were arrested after continuous efforts by several police teams. Meanwhile, the Station House Officer (SHO) of Kabarwala police station, Inspector Davinder Kumar and five other police personnel ASI Jarnail Singh, assistant munshi Narinder Singh and Home Guard jawans Gurmeet Singh, Manjit Singh and Mehtab Singh were on Sunday suspended for negligence of duty. A First Information Report (FIR) was also registered against Jarnail, Narinder and three home guard personnel who were on duty at the time of escape of the criminals. Meanwhile Sub Inspector Ravinder Kumar has been posted as the new SHO of Kabarwala police station.
Congress insulted Ambedkar, reduced SCs, STs and OBCs into second class citizens: PM Modi
CHANDIGARH: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday accused the Congress party of reducing the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and OBCs into second-class citizens while in power. The Prime Minister's accusation came on the birth anniversary of social reformer and chief architect of Indian Constitution Dr B R Ambedkar. Modi was addressing a rally in Hisar after laying foundation stone for a new terminal building at Majaraja Agrasen Airport worth over Rs 410 crore and flagging off a flight to Ayodhya. Launching an all-out attack on the Congress, Modi said that the Congress party's opposition to the Waqf (Amendment) Act, benefitted only a few extremists while leaving the rest of the community neglected, uneducated and impoverished. The Prime Minister said if the Congress truly cared for the Muslim community, the party would have appointed a Muslim as their party president or allocated 50 per cent of tickets during elections to Muslim candidates. He stated that the new provisions will honor the sanctity of Waqf, ensuring that the rights of poor and Pasmanda Muslim families, women, and children are upheld. He affirmed that this reflects the true spirit of the constitution and genuine social justice. The Constitution talks about a secular civil code, but Congress never implemented it. Today, uniform civil code has been implemented in Uttarakhand. Unfortunately, the Congress is opposing this, he said. He criticized the Congress for its treatment of Ambedkar, stating that while he was alive, they insulted him, orchestrated his electoral defeats twice, and conspired to exclude him from the system. He remarked that after Babasahebs passing, the party also attempted to erase his legacy and suppress his ideas. He highlighted that Dr. Ambedkar was the protector of the Constitution, whereas they became its destroyer. He stated that while Dr. Ambedkar aimed to bring equality, Congress spread the virus of vote-bank politics in the country. Modi remarked that Ambedkar envisioned a life of dignity for every poor and marginalized individual, enabling them to dream and fulfill their aspirations. Criticizing the Congress rule during which the SC, ST, and OBC communities faced significant barriers, with even access to banks being a distant dream, the Prime Minister said that insurance, loans, and financial assistance were mere aspirations for them. He highlighted that under the BJP government led by him, the largest beneficiaries of Jan Dhan accounts are from SC, ST, and OBC communities. He proudly noted that today, these individuals confidently showcase their RuPay cards, symbolizing their financial inclusion and empowerment. Reiterating his promise that even those wearing slippers would fly in airplanes, a vision now being realized across the country, Modi highlighted that in the past ten years, millions of Indians have experienced air travel for the first time. He noted that new airports have been built even in areas that previously lacked proper railway stations, sharing that before 2014, India had 74 airports, a number achieved in 70 years while today, the number of airports has surpassed 150. He emphasized that nearly 90 aerodromes have been connected under the UDAN scheme, with over 600 routes operational, enabling affordable air travel for many. Hisar Airport will elevate the aspirations of Haryanas youth, providing them with new opportunities and dreams, he added.
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Lost but not forgotten: 42 historic Sikh shrines in Lahore documented after 77 years
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Punjab LoP Bajwa seeks more time to appear before police over grenade remark
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Insider Track | 3 IPS officers key in Rana extradition
Besides deft diplomatic manoeuvrings, two Jharkhand cadre IPS officers played critical roles in the extradition of 26/11 mastermind Tahawwur Rana from the United States, carrying out the operation without a glitch. Ashish Batra, an IPS officer of the 1997 batch and an Inspector General (IG) in the NIA, led the Indian team to whom the Americans handed over Rana. Jaya Roy, also from the Jharkhand cadre of 2011, assisted Batra. Jaya is a Deputy Inspector General and the NIAs Senior Public Relations Officer. Many in the NIA believe her presence gave the Indian team strength at the legal and media management levels. Prabhat Kumar, an IPS from the 2019 batch of Chattisgarh cadre, also played a critical role. He took the custody of Rana in the US and coordinated the entire security drill from Delhi Airport to Tihar Jail. 24-batch officers head to Manipur Ethnic violence-hit Manipur has received the highest-ever number of allocations of Indian Police Service (IPS) officers. The Centre has deputed 16 2024 batch officers, recently inducted into service, to the state. Many in the North Block believe the governments move is an attempt to stabilise the situation in the troubled state. The step aims to strengthen the administrative machinery and improve policing and intelligence coordination in Manipur, which has experienced intermittent violence for the past two years. Enduring bonds, lasting memories Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, paid his first official visit to India on April 8-9. The Crown Prince presented Prime Minister Narendra Modi with a symbolic gift: a replica of the bisht (a traditional embroidered cloak worn over the kandura) his grandfather, His Highness Sheikh Rashid, wore. The gesture reflects the deep-rooted and historic ties between the UAE and India, spanning generations of political friendship. In a further tribute to shared history, the Crown Prince also gifted an original newspaper featuring coverage of a pivotal event from August 1984. It highlighted the heroic role played by his father, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, then UAE Minister of Defence and now the Ruler of Dubai, in the rescue operation of Indian Airlines Flight 421. On August 24, 1984, seven members of the banned All India Sikh Students Federation hijacked Indian Airlines Flight 421, a Boeing 737-2A8, carrying 74 passengers. En route from Delhi to Srinagar, the plane was diverted first to Lahore, then to Karachi, and finally to Dubai. In Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed successfully negotiated the safe release of all passengers and secured the peaceful surrender of the hijackers to UAE authoritiesan act hailed as key in the UAE-India cooperation. Chandigarh DGP appointed DIG BSF In an unprecedented move, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has recently transferred Chandigarhs officiating Director General of Police (DGP), Surendra Singh Yadav. The 1997 batch IPS officer of the AGMUT (Arunachal Pradesh-Goa-Mizoram and Union Territories) cadre has gone to the Border Security Force (BSF) as a Deputy Inspector General (DIG). Yadavs reassignment is considered a demotion in rank. It reflects the Centres dominance in postings and appointments of IPS officers. Officials in the MHA are of the view that with the appointment of Yadav, the Centre has sent a message to other IPS officers in different states at the Additional Director General (ADG) or Inspector General (IG) rank and are still not empanelled at the central level. The exercise requires 360-degree vigilance clearance. Within the police hierarchy, a DIG is significantly junior compared to a DGP.
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Punjab Police arrest two operatives of Pak-ISI backed terror module; 2.8 Kg IED recovered
CHANDIGARH: Punjab police busted a terror module operated by Germany-based Gurpreet Singh alias Goldy Dhillon and arrested its two key operatives, averting a possible targeted terror attack. The police recovered a 2.8 Kg improvised explosive device (IED) containing 1.6 Kg RDX along with a remote control from their possession. The operation was conducted jointly by teams of Counter-Intelligence Ferozepur and State Special Operating cell, SAS Nagar, said Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav. Those arrested have been identified as Jagga Singh and Manjinder Singh, both residents of District Fatehgarh Sahib. Both the arrested individuals have a criminal history and were previously involved in multiple narcotics-related cases. Yadav said that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has declared a Rs 10 lakh reward on the accused Goldy Dhillon, who is a key operative of the Goldy Brar-Lawrence Bishnoi Gang. With busting of this module, Punjab Police has successfully foiled plans of Pakistan-based ISI to disturb peace and harmony in the region, he said. He added that preliminary investigations also revealed that the accused Gurpreet Singh alias Goldy Dhillon has recently been involved in conspiring attack on influential persons in the state and at present is working at the behest of Pakistans ISI. Further investigations on their links to their transnational networks and involvement in anti-national activities are underway, he added. Sharing operation details, Assitant Inspector General of Police (Counter Intelligence) Ferozepur Gursevak Singh Brar said the police teams had received reliable inputs that accused Jagga Singh and Manjinder Singh were allegedly working on the directions of their Germany-based handler Goldy Dhillon and have recently retrieved the a consignment of explosives, which they were going to deliver to their unknown associate in their Hyundai Venue car. Acting swiftly, Police teams from CI Ferozepur and SSOC SAS Nagar arrested both the accused persons from the Sirhind area in Fatehgarh Sahib district, and recovered IED from their white Hyundai Venue vehicle, he said. Police teams have also impounded their vehicle. A case dated April 11 has been registered under sections 3, 4, 5 and 6 of the Explosive Substance Act at Police Station SSOC SAS Nagar, he added.
CHANDIGARH: Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal said no gangster or drug smuggler would remain in Punjab once SAD is back in power in 2027. He also assured government jobs for Panjabis. Addressing a gathering on the occasion of Baisakhi at Talwandi Sabo, Sukhbir said, I am committed to making Punjab the number one state in the country. I am also committed to augmenting the social welfare schemes and giving relief to the weaker sections. Sukhbir spoke about safeguarding the interests of Punjabis and how SAD will reintroduce the aata daal scheme, besides doubling the old age pension and Shagun schemes. He also spoke about bringing in a law banning outsiders from purchasing agricultural land in Punjab. Badal also made a fervent appeal for unity in the Sikh community (Panth) as said all Akalis should come back in the party fold in the interest of Punjab, Punjabiat and the Khalsa Panth. The time has come to save Punjab from the Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which has always looted it. Repose faith in the SAD, which has always delivered on its promises. He also spoke that the conspiracies which were being hatched to damage the party and erode the credibility of Sikh institutions. He said the management boards of both Sri Hazur Sahib and Patna Sahib had been expanded to bring them under government control. Asserting that all this was initiated once the SAD left the NDA, he said recently the conspiracy had been enlarged to woo the Jathedars of Takhts by giving them security and other allurements. Mentioning Giani Harpreet Singh, he said the former and others tried to destroy the prestige of the Panth instead of strengthening it. I thank the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbhandak Committee, which has successfully taken back the control of the Takht from the central government, which had forced the Jathedars to take a stand against the Sikh community. Asserting that the SAD was the true inheritor of Punjab (varis Punjab di), Badal said the party was responsible for speedy development of the state by establishing thermal plants, roads and airports, augmenting irrigation facilities, bringing in the MSP for wheat and paddy. Badal also condemned the AAP government for betraying Punjabis. Where is the Rs 1100 per month promise for women, Rs 2500 pension scheme and promises to lift all 22 crops on MSP and make Punjab drug-free? He said instead of fulfilling these promises, AAP was looting Punjab with Arvind Kejriwal having taken over as the de facto chief minister. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has abrogated his responsibilities due to which gangsters have taken over the State and grenade attacks have become a common occurrence, he added. Former SAD Working President Balwinder Singh Bhundar appealed to the people to support the SAD in rebuilding the State. Harsimrat Kaur Badal appealed to Akali workers to bury their differences and support their mother party.
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Does he have links with Pakistan?: Punjab CM questions LoP Bajwas grenade remark
CHANDIGARH: A political controversy erupted in Punjab after Leader of Opposition Pratap Singh Bajwa claimed that 50 hand grenades had entered the state, 18 of which were used in blasts, while 32 remained unaccounted for. What is the source of this information? If Bajwa had received this information, does he have any connection with Pakistan that the terrorists there are calling and telling him directly how many bombs they have sent? Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann asked in response. Meanwhile, a team of senior Punjab Police officials questioned Bajwa over his statement, prompting him to challenge the CM to register a case against him. Was he waiting for the bombs to explode and people to die, so that his politics can continue? And if this is a lie, then does he want to spread terror in Punjab by saying such things? Mann asked. Bajwa will have to clearly tell from where he got this information, what his sources are who are giving him such information directly. If this is not the case, then he is spreading terror and action will be taken against him. If his aim is to spread terror, then the Congress should expel him because he is working against the country and standing with anti-national forces, Mann added. He stated that this information was not available with the Intelligence nor had it come from the Union Government. However, if it had reached the Leader of Opposition, it was his responsibility to inform the Punjab Police. Bajwa made the claim during an interview with a private television channel. Following this, at the Chief Minister's direction, a Punjab Police team led by Assistant Inspector General of Police Ravjot Kaur Grewal visited Bajwa's Sector 8 residence and questioned him. After questioning Bajwa, AIG Grewal told the media that the police team had arrived to determine the source of Bajwa's information, as it was a matter of national security. She added that they did not receive satisfactory answers. The statement made by Partap Bajwa was a very sensational statement and we needed to question him over it. So far, he has not given any input useful to us, she said. Daring the CM Mann to register a case against him, Bajwa said that if that happened, it would be nothing but a political vendetta by the CM. I want to tell all of Punjab that I hold the constitutional post of LoP, and my primary task in that position is to aid the government. We have seen difficult events in the past in Punjab. My sources provided me with information that there are 50 bombs in Punjab, 18 of which have been used. My sources are in Punjab, in the state government, and in central agencies as well, Bajwa said. They told me that the situation is worsening and wanted to warn me, as my family is also a victim of terrorism. I also faced a terrorist attack in Batala during the days of terrorism. I have heard Bhagwant Manns statement. As Home Minister, he has failed to maintain law and order in the state, he added. Bajwa stated that he cooperated with the state police but refused to reveal the source of his information. I was also called by a top police officer who asked me if some officers could be sent to ask me for my statement. They asked me for the source of my information, and I told them I cannot reveal my source, he said. Defending Bajwa, Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring remarked, What is wrong about what Partap Bajwa has said? He has simply stated that blasts are taking place and more will occur. Why did Punjab Police intelligence fail to prevent these attacks?
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Punjab Police quizzes Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa over 'bomb' remark
CHANDIGARH: Punjab Police on April 13 questioned senior Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa over his purported statement that 50 bombs have reached Punjab, of which 18 have exploded. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann also questioned the particulars of Bajwa's statement, saying neither Punjab Police Intelligence nor a Central Intelligence agency have shared an information. Mann said strict action will be taken if Bajwa's statement was meant only to create panic. The Leader of Opposition in Punjab assembly, in an interview to a private television channel, had claimed, I have come to know that 50 bombs have reached Punjab. Of this, 18 have exploded, 32 are yet to go off. On the chief minister's direction, a Punjab Police team led by Assistant Inspector General of Police Ravjot Kaur Grewal visited Bajwa's residence on Sunday and questioned him. AIG Grewal, speaking to reporters outside Bajwa's residence, said the police team arrived to find the source of Bajwa's information since it was a matter of national security. So far, he has not given any input useful to us, she said. Meanwhile, Mann in a video message on Sunday said, Bajwa gave a statement, saying 50 bombs have reached Punjab. Neither the Punjab Police Intelligence Office nor any other Intelligence agency in the country have shared such an information. Then how did Bajwa make such a statement? Does he have a direct connection with Pakistan? Did any agency in Pakistan call him up and share the information? Mann also said it is Bajwa's responsibility to share the details. Are you waiting for the bombs to explode and people to die? he asked. If you do not have the information and gave the statement only to create panic in Punjab, then it is a serious crime. Strict action will be taken, he said. Mann sought a clarification from the Congress party as well. Is Congress party hand-in-glove with anti-national forces? Does it know how many bombs have reached Punjab and exploded? The party's national leaders and Bajwa should give clarification, the chief minister said. Lashing out at Bajwa for his 'irresponsible' statement, Mann said, Be ready for strict action.
Big breakthrough for Punjab Police, main accused in grenade attack on BJP leaders house arrested
CHANDIGARH, Apr 13: In a major breakthrough, Jalandhar Commissionerate Police (CP), with the support of Central Agencies and Delhi Police, successfully arrested Uttar Pradesh-based Saidul Ameen, prime accused involved in the grenade attack on BJP leader Manoranjan Kalias residence, said DGP Punjab Gaurav Yadav here. As per the information, an explosion occurred at the residence of senior BJP leader Manoranjan Kalia, located in Central Town Jalandhar, on the intervening night of April 7. Preliminary investigations had revealed a larger conspiracy [] The post Big breakthrough for Punjab Police, main accused in grenade attack on BJP leaders house arrested appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Mann dares Bajwa to prove his 50 bombs in Punjab claim
Chandigarh, Apr 13: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday dared the Leader of Opposition (LoP) Partap Singh Bajwa to prove his 50 bombs in Punjab claim. Mann, in a video message, questioned how could Bajwa claim that 50 bombs have been brought in the state and out of them 18 were used, and [] The post CM Mann dares Bajwa to prove his 50 bombs in Punjab claim appeared first on Northlines .
A controversy has erupted in Punjab after Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa claimed that 50 bombs had reached the state, with 18 already exploded. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann demanded Bajwa reveal his source, questioning if he had ties to Pakistan.
Punjab cops arrest two operatives of Goldy Dhillon's terror module with RDX-laden IED
CHANDIGARH: Two operatives of a terror module were arrested with an improvised explosive device (IED) containing RDX, a senior Punjab Police official on Sunday said. Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said the accused--identified as Jagga Singh and Manjinder Singh--were key operatives of the terror module operated by Germany-based Gurpreet Singh alias Goldy Dhillon, who is a close operative of Goldy Brar-Lawrence Bishnoi gang. In a major breakthrough, Counter Intelligence, #Ferozepur arrests Jagga Singh and Manjinder Singh, key operatives of a terror module operated by #Germany-based Gurpreet Singh @ Goldy Dhillon, a close operative of Goldy Brar-Lawrence Bishnoi gang and foils plans of #Pakistan's ISI to disturb peace and harmony in the region, he said in a post on X. The DGP said that a 2.8 kg IED containing 1.6 kg of RDX and a remote control have been recovered from them. Preliminary investigation revealed that the IED was intended for a targeted terror attack, he added. Yadav said the NIA has declared a reward of Rs 10 lakh on Dhillon. A case has been registered under the Explosive Substances Act.
2 terror module operatives held with IED in Punjab
CHANDIGARH, Apr 13: Two operatives of a terror module were arrested with an improvised explosive device (IED) containing RDX, a senior Punjab Police official on Sunday said.Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said the accused identified as Jagga Singh and Manjinder Singh were key operatives of the terror module operated by [] The post 2 terror module operatives held with IED in Punjab appeared first on Northlines .
2 Operatives Of Terror Module Held With IED Containing RDX: Punjab Police
CHANDIGARH, Apr 13: Two operatives of a terror module were arrested with an improvised explosive device (IED) containing RDX, a senior Punjab Police official on Sunday said. Click Here To Join Daily Excelsior on WhatsApp And Get Latest News Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said the accused identified as Jagga Singh and Manjinder Singh were key operatives of the terror module operated by Germany-based Gurpreet Singh alias Goldy Dhillon, who is a close operative of [] The post 2 Operatives Of Terror Module Held With IED Containing RDX: Punjab Police appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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