CHANDIGARH: A day after the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) terminated the services of Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh and also Takht Kesgarh Jathedar Giani Sultan Singh from their posts, both Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Singh Raja Warring termed it as an act of vengeance (badlakhori). The Akal Takht in Amritsar and Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib in Anandpur Sahib in Rupanagar district are two of the five seats of temporal authority of

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann criticized the removal of two Jathedars by the SGPC as an act of vengeance, emphasizing the need for SGPC general elections. The SGPC replaced Giani Raghbir Singh and Giani Sultan Singh due to their deemed inadequate leadership, with Giani Kuldeep Singh Gadgaj stepping in. The move sparked widespread condemnation among Sikh leaders.

NEW DELHI: Ahead of the Parliament session, Congress parliamentary strategy group will meet on Monday evening to formulate the partys strategy on key issues such as the New Education Policy (NEP) and the delimitation exercise. Sources said the Congress leadership may set up a committee on the delimitation exercise. Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi, Congress president and Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge and LoP in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, b

Bhagwant Manns much-publicized campaign against drugs has faced criticism from the state Congress. They have challenged the Chief Minister to declare himself alcohol-free before imposing measures on the public. Partap Singh Bajwa, the Leader of the Opposition in the Punjab Assembly, remarked that before launching the Yudh Nashia Virudh (War Against Drugs), the crusader should publicly declare his alcohol-free status. Bajwa expressed doubt about the sincerity of the AAPs efforts against drugs, ci

CHANDIGARH: Recalling all the ongoing dharnas across the state, the Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM), the umbrella organization of farmer unions that led the 2020-21 protests, has decided to hold demonstrations outside the residences of all Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs on March 10 and on March 15. Furthermore, the SKM has invited Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for an open debate with the farmer leaders on their demands. After an emergency meeting in Ludhiana on Thursday, attended by 22 of the 28 fa

CHANDIGARH: Delhis Food Supply, Industry, and Environment Minister and BJP National Secretary, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, has accused the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of attempting to portray its leader and former Delhi Chief Minister, Arvind Kejriwal, as the messiah of Punjab. Addressing a press conference at the Punjab BJP office Sirsa, accompanied by state party leaders Fateh Jung Bajwa, state party leader, and Vineet Joshi, claimed that AAP, having lost its ground in Delhi, is now shifting its focus to

Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann confronts farmers, accusing them of turning Punjab into a protest-ridden state. This standoff with farmers, crucial for AAP's previous electoral success, comes amid heightened political tensions and opposition criticism following AAP's Delhi election loss and Kejriwal's controversial Punjab visit.

Gurbachan Singh Chhaba criticized Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann for provoking people and abandoning a meeting with farmers. Chhaba claimed Mann's administration acts against farmers' interests. The farmers continued their peaceful protests, condemning the government's actions and demanding their rights be acknowledged.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann expressed concern over the state becoming a 'dharna state' after inconclusive talks with Samyukta Kisan Morcha leaders. The ongoing protests are resulting in significant economic losses for the state. Farmer leaders, who plan to protest in Chandigarh, claimed multiple detentions and criticized Mann's handling of their concerns as disrespectful.

Opposition parties severely criticized Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann for suggesting punitive action against protesting farmers, alleging they are causing losses and running a 'parallel government.' Congress urged Mann to address farmers' concerns without arrogance while SKM continues to demand legal guarantees for MSP and other agricultural policies.

Ahead of their planned protest in Chandigarh on March 5, several Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) leaders were detained in early morning raids at their residences on Tuesday and Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann denounced the agitating farmer unions, saying they have turned Punjab into a 'state of dharnas' and caused huge losses to it.

Farmer leaders allege that the CM Bhagwant Mann did not listen properly to their demands; the Chief Minister said Punjab was turning into a dharna State; Opposition parties took a dig at the ruling AAP

CHANDIGARH: After a heated exchange with farmer unions yesterday, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann today took on the agitating tehsildars across the state, who have been on mass casual leave since Monday in protest against vigilance inquiries. Mann issued a stern warning, telling them to return to work immediately or face replacement. The Punjab Revenue Officers Association had announced on Monday that property registrations would remain suspended until March 7 in protest against vigilance ac

Earlier, protesting farmers claimed that Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann had got angry and provoked them during a meeting with him in Chandigarh. Farmer leader Balbir Singh Rajewal described him as unusually angry, noting that he had never witnessed such an outburst, even in high-level negotiations.

CHANDIGARH: Ahead of the Chandigarh Chalo call given by Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), the farmers will march towards the city on March 5. SKM had spearheaded the 2020-21 farmers' protest. The talks between the farmer leaders and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann remained inconclusive on March 3. Punjab Police, in a 'midnight' operation, conducted raids at residences of several farmer union leaders across the state and detained them. Meanwhile, the opposition party leaders slammed Punjab Chief M

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab government will take the help of anti-drone technology to check smuggling of narcotics and arms and ammunition from across the border, Cabinet minister Harpal Singh Cheema said on Tuesday. Finance Minister Cheema, who is leading a cabinet sub-committee to monitor action against the drug menace and Cabinet Minister Aman Arora on Tuesday witnessed the demonstration of the anti-drone technology by three companies in Mohali. Speaking to reporters, Arora said drugs, arms and am

CHANDIGARH: Talks between the Samyukta Kisan Morcha, which led the 2020-21 farmers' protest, and Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann ended inconclusively. Farmers claim CM Mann walked out in anger, and the 'Chandigarh Chalo' march on March 5 will proceed as planned. On the other hand, Mann stated that his doors are always open for talks with the farmers, but emphasized that inconvenience and harassment of the general public in the name of agitation should be avoided. The two-hour meeting between Punjab Chie

CHANDIGARH: Talks between the Samyukta Kisan Morcha, which led the 2020-21 farmers' protest, and Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann ended inconclusively. Farmers claim CM Mann walked out in anger, and the 'Chandigarh Chalo' march on March 5 will proceed as planned. On the other hand, Mann stated that his doors are always open for talks with the farmers, but emphasized that inconvenience and harassment of the general public in the name of agitation should be avoided. The two-hour meeting between Punjab Chie

Hoshiarpur, Mar 2: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday asserted that gangsters, smugglers, criminals and other anti-social elements have no place in the state and will soon be wiped out. Addressing a gathering here during the passing out parade of 2,490 cops, Mann said this pious land produced saints, seers, martyrs, legendary players and [] The post No place for gangsters and criminals in Punjab: CM Mann appeared first on Northlines .

Hoshiarpur, Mar 2: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday asserted that gangsters, smugglers, criminals and other anti-social elements have no place in the state and will soon be wiped out. Click Here To Join Daily Excelsior on WhatsApp And Get Latest News Addressing a gathering here during the passing out parade of 2,490 cops, Mann said this pious land produced saints, seers, martyrs, legendary players and generals. The chief minister, however, said that smugglers, gangsters and other cr

Punjab Police launched a statewide operation against drugs, conducting raids at more than 750 locations as the cabinet sub-committee on the drug menace held its first meeting on Saturday. Around 12,000 police personnel were involved in the operation being carried out as part of an anti-drug campaign. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday set a deadline of three months to make the state drug-free. The operation led to the arrest of 290 drug smugglers after registration of 232 FIRs. Police

CHANDIGARH: A day after Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann set a three-month deadline to make the state drug-free, Punjab Police arrested 290 drug smugglers and registered 232 FIRs in a massive state-level Cordon and Search Operation (CASO). The operation targeted 369 identified drug hotspots, with 798 raids conducted across all 28 police districts. Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said the four-hour-long operation led to the seizure of 8.14 kg heroin, 1.21 kg opium, 3.5 kg ganja,

Mann said that preventive measures should be taken in schools and colleges so that the youth do not fall prey to the scourge of drugs

CHANDIGARH: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has given Police Commissioners, Deputy Commissioners, and Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs) a three-month deadline to eliminate drugs from the state. He also announced that the government will set up special courts to fast-track drug-related cases and ensure that drug peddlers and their families are denied government subsidies, including free power and water, as a deterrent. At a high-level meeting with top police officials, Mann reaffirmed h

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Cabinet has approved the Excise Policy for 2025-26, aiming to generate Rs 11,020 crore in excise revenue, an increase of Rs 874.05 crore (8.61 per cent) over the previous financial years target. Additionally, the government has proposed setting up excise police stations across the state. Meanwhile, the Congress and BJP have criticised the move. The decision was taken during a Council of Ministers meeting held today at the official residence of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.

CHANDIGARH: Punjab Police have arrested six youths, alleged Khalistan sympathisers, for hoisting a Khalistani flag and writing pro-Khalistan slogans on the boundary wall of a government school in Satoj village, Sangrur districtthe native village of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. Superintendent of Police (Investigation), Sangrur, Palwinder Singh Cheema, shared details of the case, stating, On February 12, a video went viral on social media. It was released by Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, who runs the

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann said that the draft policy is an attempt to bring back the contentious provisions of the three farm laws repealed in 2021 by the Government of India after a long protest by the farmers

CHANDIGARH: Is former chief minister Arvind Kejriwal eyeing a Rajya Sabha seat from Punjab? Speculation is rife that Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora may be the partys candidate for the upcoming bypoll in the Ludhiana (West) Assembly seat. If Arora contests and wins the by-election, he will have to vacate his RS seat. Insiders say that he could be inducted into the Bhagwant Mann cabinet as a minister. This potential vacancy in the Upper House has fueled rumours about Kejriwal possibly replacing him.

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Assembly unanimously passed a resolution against the Union Governments draft National Policy Framework on Agricultural Marketing, stating that it is an attempt to reintroduce the three farm laws repealed by the Centre in 2020-21 after widespread farmer protests. The policy was unanimously rejected by the House in the Vidhan Sabha, with MLAs from across all parties rejecting it. The two BJP MLAs, Ashwani Sharma and Jangi Lal Mahajan, were not present during the two-hour dis

CHANDIGARH: Senior congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa today claimed that 32 Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs are in touch with the grand old party and are just awaiting an opportunity to switch loyalties. In the coming months, it will be an Eknath Shinde episode in Punjab. As these legislators are doing advance booking with Congress like public buy tickets for Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh show. Ahead of the two-day special assembly session here, Bajwa alleged that union minister of state for railway

Punjab Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa has claimed that 32 AAP MLAs are in touch with him to switch sides, a claim that has been denied by the ruling AAP. Bajwa also alleged that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is in touch with the BJP and will join them if Arvind Kejriwal removes him. The leader of the opposition in the state assembly asserted that he has never made any wrong statement and that the Congress has no intention to topple the AAP government. The AAP's state unit president Aman Arora

Punjab's Leader of the Opposition, Congress's Pratap Singh Bajwa has said more than 32 MLAs of the state's ruling Aam Aadmi Party are in touch with him and it is possible that others are in touch with the BJP, indicating that the Bhagwant Mann gove

CHANDIGARH: After the Punjab government abolished the Department of Administrative Reforms headed by him, State Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal said that the department's existence is not an agenda for him as Punjab is a higher priority for the government. They have now abolished the department. We have all come to save Punjab. For me, the department is not important; Punjab is important. (Whether this department exists or not) is not an agenda for us, Dhaliwal told media. According to the notif

Punjab minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal addresses the abolition of the Department of Administrative Reforms, emphasizing the focus on Punjab's welfare. CM Bhagwant Mann clarifies the decision to merge departments for streamlined governance and addresses BJP's criticisms of poor administration.

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Government's Department of Administrative Reforms, which existed only on paper without any officers or staff, was being headed by Cabinet Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal for the past 21 months. Opposition parties have criticised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)-led government, questioning its commitment to governance. Dhaliwal, who now retains only the NRI Affairs portfolio, responded to the controversy, saying, The Chief Minister can answer that better. I am a soldier of the par

The Punjab government has officially dissolved the Department of Administrative Reforms, which was led by Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal and has been on-existent for the past 20 months. This decision is part of a broader administrative overhaul by the Bhagwant Mann-led Aam Aadmi Party government, which also included the transfer of 21 IPS officers. A gazette notification issued by the Punjab Chief Secretary on Friday stated that the decision to abolish the department was made upon the recommen

CHANDIGARH: In an alleged security breach, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar's cavalcade was forced to wait for over 15 minutes on Wednesday night as the gate on the road leading to Punjab Bhawan and Haryana Bhawan was locked. The Haryana government has taken up this issue with the Chandigarh Police. Khattar and Saini were on their way to Haryana Niwas in Sector 3, Chandigarh, when their cavalcade was suddenly stopped for over 15 minutes on Wednesday

People from Punjab comprise the biggest chunk of the Indians being deported by the US, government sources said today - days after Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's objection to the flights landing in his state.

The Indian government has defended the use of Amritsar as a deportation hub for US flights carrying Indian deportees, despite objections from Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. Government sources said Punjab has the highest number of deportees among Indian states, with 126 out of 333 people deported since February 5. The sources added that 23 flights carrying Indian deportees have arrived in the country since May 2020, all landing in Amritsar. The move has sparked controversy, with opposition

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Former Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal and Bathinda MP Harsimrat Kaur Badals eldest daughter, Harkirat Kaur, got married to Abu Dhabi-based businessman Tejveer Singh Toor on February 12 in the national capital. The wedding festivities began on February 10 with sangeet ceremony at The Trident, Gurugram, where Bollywood singer Mika Singh performed. Several politicians attended the events, including Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankar, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, LoP in the Punjab as

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann expressed hope on Tuesday that if another US plane carrying deportees arrives in India, it may not land in the state.

Punjab residents are benefitting from the 'Sarkar Aapke Dwar' scheme, initiated by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, offering 43 essential services online via helpline 1076, saving time and effort

Ludhiana: Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday, February 16, said The mass deportation from the United States is an eye opener for all of us, as he urged youths to shun the idea of going abroad illegally and work hard in the state to ensure its socio-economic growth. Two US military planes have landed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download

119 Indians deported from the US have arrived in Amritsar, triggering a major political row. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann has hit out, saying, Dont make Punjab a deportation centre! His strong reaction has sparked debates on illegal immigration, US deportation policies, and the role of the Indian government in addressing the crisisThird batch of deported Indians to arrive soon. @kritsween with the latest updates | n18oc_world News18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

CHANDIGARH: 112 Indians deported from United States are expected on a special US Air Force plane C17 Globemaster III which will land late tonight at the Amritsar International Airport. Sources said that the plane from the US will land at Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport in Amritsar around 11.30 pm today. Among the 112 deportees from the US, 31 will be from Punjab, 44 from Haryana, 33 from Gujarat, two from Uttar Pradesh and one each from Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Yesterday lat

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor voiced his displeasure about the US using military aircraft for deporting alleged illegal Indian immigrants, calling for a protest if they were handcuffed. Meanwhile, Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu criticized Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann for politicizing the issue.

CHANDIGARH: 117 Indians deported from the United States (US) landed at the Amritsar International Airport at 11.40 pm on Saturday . Deportees alleged that the men had their hands cuffed and legs chained while the women and minor children aboard the second US Air Force plane, C-17 Globemaster III were let free. Additionally, Sikh youth were deported without turbans. Of the 117 deportees, 65 are from Punjab, 33 are from Haryana, eight from Gujarat, three from Uttar Pradesh, two each from Goa, Maha

Amritsar: Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu has condemned Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Manns criticism of the Centres decision to allow deportation flights from the US carrying illegal Indian immigrants to land in Amritsar. Besides slamming him for the poor law and order situation in Punjab, Bittu took a dig at the Chief Minister, saying the [] The post Union Minister Bittus alcohol test dig at Bhagwant Mann amid tussle over deportees issue appeared first on Northlines .

CHANDIGARH: 117 Indians deported from the United States arrived on a US Air Force plane, C-17 Globemaster III late Saturday night at Amritsar International Airport. The men had their hands cuffed and legs chained, women and the two children were not. Additionally, Sikh youth were returned without turbans. Meanwhile, Punjab Police arrested two deportees in connection with a murder case. The US Air Force plane, C-17 Globemaster, with 117 Indian deportees, landed at Amritsar International Airport a

CHANDIGARH: A political brouhaha has erupted with the BJP and Congress flaying Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann over him questioning the logic behind all the US planes carrying illegal Indian deportees landing only in Amritsar and accusing the Centre of conspiring to divert the landings to Punjab. A second US military plane carrying 119 deportees landed in Amritsar late on Saturday night , while a third plane carrying 157 deportees is scheduled to land on Sunday. Earlier this month, the first

Leader of opposition Partap Singh Bajwa criticizes Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann for his failure to curb human trafficking. As Indian deportees from the US land in Amritsar, Bajwa questions the efficacy of the Punjab Prevention of Human Smuggling Act, 2012, and BJP criticizes Mann's government for inefficiency.

A plane carrying 116 illegal Indian immigrants from the US landed at the Amritsar International Airport on Saturday night. This is the second batch of Indians to be deported by the Donald Trump administration as part of its promised crackdown on illegal immigrants. The deportees, most of whom are in the age group of 18 to 30, include 65 from Punjab, 33 from Haryana, eight from Gujarat, two each from Uttar Pradesh, Goa, Maharashtra and Rajasthan, and one each from Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and K

A US plane carrying 119 illegal immigrants landed at Amritsar airport on Saturday night, marking the second batch of Indians deported under Donald Trump administrations crackdown on illegal migration. The flight landed at the airport around 11:30 pm as against the expected time of 10 pm, they said. Most of the deportees are in the age group of 18 to 30, as per the sources. Among the 119 deportees, 67 are from Punjab, 33 from Haryana, eight from Gujarat, three from Uttar Pradesh, two each from Go

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has criticized the Centre over the landing of US planes carrying illegal Indian immigrants at Amritsar airport, calling it a deport centre. He stated that the holy city is known for its religious sites and should not be used for deportations. Mann has also questioned the choice of Amritsar as the landing site, suggesting that other airports in the country could have been used instead. The second US flight carrying 119 illegal Indian immigrants is slated to lan

Punjab Chief Minister Bahagwant Mann is questioning the External Affairs Ministry on why Amritsar is chosen for the landing of Indian illegal immigrants flight from America. He asked the criteria based on which the Center has chosen Amritsar to land the aircraft. During a press conference, Mann asked, You select Amritsar to defame Punjabso at the same time when PM Modi and Trump were meeting, they must have been putting shackles on our people. Is this the gift Trump has given? The remarks drew c

CHANDIGARH: Both the BJP and the Congress have made scathing remarks in response to Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's accusation that the Centre chose Amritsar airport for landing the second US plane carrying 119 Indian deportees to defame Punjab. Top leaders from both parties have accused the AAP-led Punjab government of not controlling illegal migration to the US and ignoring the families of the deportees. Senior BJP leader R P Singh wrote on X that Amritsar was chosen since it is the closest internat

Punjab Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa criticized the Bhagwant Mann government for failing to curb human trafficking in the state. He questioned how many travel agents were booked under the Punjab Prevention of Human Smuggling Act 2012 in the last three years. Bajwa also accused the government of not providing adequate assistance and rehabilitation for deported Punjabis.

KATRA: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday questioned arbitrary dismissal of government employees for their alleged terror links by the Lt Governor saying that the law says that every accused person is innocent until proven guilty in the court. Lt Governor Manoj Sinha invoked Article 311 (2) (c) of the Constitution to terminate the services of the three employees on Saturday after investigation by law enforcement and intelligence agencies accused them of terror links. So f

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann accused the Centre of defaming the state by choosing Amritsar airport for the landing of illegal immigrants' deportees. BJP leaders responded by accusing Mann of politicizing the issue and failing to address the core problems of unemployment and fraudulent agents in Punjab.

A US plane carrying 119 illegal immigrants is set to land at Amritsar airport on Saturday night, marking the second batch of Indians deported under Donald Trump administrations crackdown on illegal migration. TNIE earlier reported that two US military flights carrying Indian immigrants would land in Amritsar on February 15 and 16, after a first flight carrying 104 deportees had arrived in the city on February 5. The deportations come a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi met President Trump a

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann questions Centres move, calls it an attempt to defame Punjab

The INDIA bloc remains divided over Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's claim that flights with illegal Indian immigrants landed in Amritsar to defame the state. While some MPs support Mann's view that flights should have landed in other states, others dismiss his assertions as meaningless.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann criticised the Centre over the impending arrival of another aircraft carrying illegal Indian immigrants deported from the United States.

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann has criticized the Center for allegedly targeting Punjabis by landing planes in Amritsar carrying citizens deported from the US for illegal migration. Mann questioned why other locations such as Ahmedabad were not chosen and emphasized the potential threat from nearby Pakistan.

Two additional flights carrying deported Indian immigrants from the US are set to land in Amritsar, sparking criticism from CM Bhagwant Mann. He accuses the Centre of tarnishing Punjabs image by turning Amritsar into a deportation center. Mann expresses his willingness to assist deportees but emphasizes that illegal immigration is a nationwide issue.

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CHANDIGARH: Accusing Centre of attempting to tarnish Punjab's reputation, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday questioned about the potential landing of another plane carrying illegal Indian immigrants at Amritsar airport. Official sources said that a flight carrying 119 illegal Indian immigrants from the US is expected to arrive at Amritsar airport over the weekend. Of the 119 immigrants, 67 are from Punjab, 33 from Haryana, 8 from Gujarat, 3 from Uttar Pradesh, 2 each from Goa, Maharashtra,

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann accuses BJP of trying to defame Punjab as another US flight with illegal Indian immigrants is set to land in Amritsar. Mann questions why only Punjab is being targeted, suggesting political motives. Punjab finance minister Harpal Singh Cheema also criticizes BJP, alleging a smear campaign to overshadow Gujarat's issues.

The AAP's pre-poll promise of a Rs 1,100 monthly allowance for women over 18 in Punjab faces financial hurdles, necessitating reconsideration by the Bhagwant Mann government. Alternatives include limiting the scheme to single women and breadwinners or excluding income-tax-paying women. With Punjab's debt expected to reach Rs 3.7 lakh crore by 2024-25, financial feasibility remains a concern.

The clip dates back to July 2024, when Kejriwal was arrested in connection with the Delhi liquor policy case.

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann downplays claims of unrest among AAP MLAs after Delhi debacle. Congress's leader claims AAP preparing to oust Mann, with 30 MLAs in touch. Kejriwal meets all Punjab MLAs in a show of solidarity, urging them to reconnect with voters. BJP and estranged MP Swati Maliwal suggest underlying tensions.

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann dismissed claims of dissent within AAP and reaffirmed commitment to making Punjab a model state. Following Arvind Kejriwal's meeting with Punjab MLAs, Mann highlighted significant developments such as 850 functional mohalla clinics and improvements in education standards.

CHANDIGARH: Amid speculation of tensions within the AAP's Punjab unit, BJP state president Sunil Jakhar remarked that CM Mann seemed distraught after his meeting with AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal at Kapurthala House in Delhi on Tuesday afternoon . Kejriwal met with MLAs and MPs from Punjab , days after the partys defeat in the Delhi assembly elections. Jakhar wrote on X that though the fate of Punjab CM is now uncertain, it can be said with certainty that whatever transpired in Kapurthala house tod

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann dismissed rumors of dissent within the state's AAP unit, refuting claims by Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa. Mann emphasized unity within AAP and highlighted the party's achievements and commitment to public welfare, while also defending against accusations of corruption and planning for future initiatives.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has dismissed speculation about dissent within the Aam Aadmi Party's state unit, asserting that Congress leaders have a history of switching parties while AAP leaders remain dedicated. Mann's remarks came after Punjab Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa claimed that over 30 AAP MLAs were in touch with his party. Mann, however, dismissed Bajwa's claims, stating that Congress has a culture of switching sides. The meeting follows AAP's defeat in the Delhi Assembly

Arvind Kejriwal's meeting with Punjab MLAs sparks speculation of internal dissent. Both BJP and Congress allege that Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann is under pressure after AAP's defeat in Delhi. Mann denies any rift within the party, asserting AAP's unity despite the ongoing rumors.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday dismissed Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa's claim that after the Aam Aadmi Party's defeat in the Delhi assembly election, many of its MLAs were in touch with the Congress party and Mann would ...

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann responded to Congress leader Pratap Singh Bajwa's claims of a rift within AAP and criticism of law enforcement in Punjab. Mann emphasized the better law and order situation in Punjab compared to other states and highlighted the party's plans to make Punjab a role model by leveraging AAP's experience from Delhi.

He also slammed Bajwa over his criticism of law and order in Punjab, and said the situation was better than most of the states

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann dismissed Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa's claims of AAP MLAs defecting to Congress, calling them baseless. Mann emphasized AAP's dedication to public welfare despite their recent Delhi election loss. Congress MP Pramod Tiwari refuted Bajwa's claims, asserting Congress does not support breaking parties. AAP held a strategy meeting with Arvind Kejriwal discussing future plans.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann today laughed off a question on whether he may be replaced in the top post in the aftermath of AAP's Delhi debacle and party leader Arvind Kejriwal's defeat in his seat

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann Singh departed to Delhi to meet AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal following the party's significant defeat in the Delhi assembly elections. With the BJP winning a majority, concerns are rising over AAP's stability in Punjab, the only state it governs.

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CHANDIGARH/NEW DELHI: Amid intense speculation about a potential split in the Punjab AAP following the partys humiliating defeat in the polls, Arvind Kejriwal has called a meeting with Bhagwant Mann ministers and MLAs in Delhi on Tuesday. With the Punjab Congress claiming that at least 30 AAP members are in touch with them and the BJP alleging that Kejriwal is making moves to replace Mann and is also attempting to enter Rajya Sabha from Punjab, the AAP sought to clarify that the meeting is a str

Senior Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Punjab Assembly Partap Singh Bajwa claims that disintegration process of AAP has begun and it will soon be history. Excepts: What is the impact of AAPs defeat in Delhi? Almost all senior leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia, faced drubbing. What the AAP promised and what it delivered are two entirely different matters. They promised corruption-free governance, but turned out to be morally corrupt. Kejriwal, after coming out