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12 Aug

Legal Experts Weigh FIR Possibility Against Justice Yashwant Varma Following Parliamentary Indictment

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prominent legal experts have indicated that a formal First Information Report (FIR) can now be registered against former High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma following his indictment by a three-member parliamentary inquiry committee. The Lok Sabha-constituted panel, which tabled its findings in both Houses of Parliament on Wednesday, held that all three articles of charge regarding unexplained cash at his official residence, failure to preserve evidence, and evasive explanations stand fully proved. Senior advocate and constitutional expert Rakesh Dwivedi stated that while the parliamentary impeachment motion has effectively "worked itself out" following Justice Varma's resignation, the…

12 Aug

Maharashtra FDA Suspends Licences of Four Domino’s Outlets Over Hygiene Violations

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Mumbai (Gurpreet Singh): The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration has suspended the food business licences of four Domino's Pizza outlets in the state, including three located in Mumbai, following severe non-compliance with food safety and sanitation standards. The regulatory action, led by FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe, forms part of an extensive statewide enforcement campaign targeting major quick-service restaurant chains. The suspended Mumbai establishments, operated by Jubilant FoodWorks Ltd., comprise branches at Vile Parle West, Borivali West, and inside R-City Mall at Ghatkopar West. Inspections revealed widespread operational deficiencies, including active pest infestations, failure to adhere to First In, First Out…

12 Aug

Defence Ministry Issues Rs 1-Lakh-Crore Tender for 60 Medium Transport Aircraft for IAF

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Ministry of Defence has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) valued at approximately ₹1 lakh crore to acquire 60 Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) for the Indian Air Force. The tender targets domestic aerospace firms, including Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Tata, and Mahindra, who will lead partnerships with foreign original equipment manufacturers to fulfill the requirement. The procurement seeks to replace the IAF's aging fleet of Soviet-era Antonov AN-32 transport aircraft, which have completed nearly three decades of operational service. Under the procurement structure, the selected vendor will supply 12 aircraft in flyaway condition, while the remaining…

12 Aug

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann Gifts Malerkotla’s Daughters 5-Storey School Building on Independence Day, Inaugurates New School Building

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MALERKOTLA (Gurpreet Singh): Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann today inaugurated a new five-storey government school building for girls in Malerkotla, declaring it as a special Independence Day gift for the daughters of Punjab. He said the ₹6.39-crore project was completed for ₹6.34 crore, saving ₹5.25 lakh from the government exchequer, while equipping students with modern facilities including libraries, smart classrooms, common rooms and washrooms. The new building will bring quality education closer to girls from Malerkotla and surrounding villages, as Punjab’s education model delivers results with 882 government-school students clearing NEET and 361 clearing JEE, while more than 15,000 girls…

12 Aug

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann Meets Governor For 10-Day Parole To Jagtar Singh Hawara

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday met Governor Gulab Chand Kataria and sought his intervention for granting 10-day parole to Jagtar Singh Hawara on humanitarian grounds, saying that after 31 years, his ailing mother has a renewed hope of meeting her son. CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said the matter requires the Governor’s recommendation as the case is being heard in Delhi, while assuring that the Punjab Government will take full responsibility for ensuring that law and order is not affected if Hawara is granted parole.Calling upon the Governor to consider the matter on humanitarian grounds, CM…

12 Aug

Harpal Cheema Targets SAD, BJP Over ED Row, Says ‘Akali Dal Acting As Spokesperson For ED’

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh (: Punjab Finance Minister and senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Harpal Singh Cheema tore into ‘Beadbi Party’ the (Shiromani Akali Dal) and the ‘ED Party’ (BJP) condemning the Akali Dal’s recent statements regarding a communication between the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Director-General of Police (DGP). Addressing a press conference, Cabinet Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said, "The ‘Chitta Party' (SAD) has completely abandoned its principles and is now acting as a spokesperson for the ‘ED Party' (BJP) and central investigative agencies. It is baffling how a communication addressed to the DGP by the ED is being…

12 Aug

Cockroach Janata Party Announces ‘Season 2’ of Jantar Mantar Agitation Amid Political Pressure Allegations

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The founder of the Cockroach Janata Party, Abhijeet Dipke, announced that the organization is preparing to initiate a fresh wave of public demonstrations, framing the upcoming campaign as "Season 2 of Jantar Mantar". Speaking at a public gathering, Dipke shared that the decision follows sustained encouragement and inquiries across social media platforms following the group's previous extended protest movement in New Delhi. During his address, Dipke alleged that the organization encountered systemic obstacles and political interference while attempting to secure a venue for a scheduled volunteers' meeting in the national capital. He claimed that several hall…

12 Aug

Joint Parliamentary Committee to Review FCRA Amendment Bill Following Lok Sabha Motion

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia2026, In a significant legislative movement, the Union Government has introduced a motion in the Lok Sabha to refer the Foreign Contribution Regulation Amendment Bill, to a Joint Parliamentary Committee.

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant legislative movement, the Union Government has introduced a motion in the Lok Sabha to refer the Foreign Contribution Regulation Amendment Bill, 2026, to a Joint Parliamentary Committee. The decision follows substantial concerns raised by opposition parties, regional leaders, and civil society organisations regarding the proposed statutory changes. The joint panel will consist of 31 members, comprising 21 representatives from the Lok Sabha and 10 from the Rajya Sabha, and is mandated to submit its report to Parliament by the final day of the first week of the Winter Session. The referral to a…

12 Aug

Defence Ministry Issues RFI to Equip Indian Naval Warships with Ship-Launched Kamikaze Drones

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Union Ministry of Defence has formally kicked off the procurement process for an advanced fleet of ship-launched loitering munitions, issuing a comprehensive Request for Information to military suppliers. Designed to operate directly from the decks of Indian Naval surface vessels, these medium-range platforms—commonly known as kamikaze or suicide drones—represent a significant shift in maritime warfare by merging real-time aerial surveillance capabilities with the lethal accuracy of precision-guided warheads. According to technical criteria specified in the procurement documentation, the naval authorities are seeking stealthy platforms capable of striking surface vessels as well as shore-based positions at…

12 Aug

Air India Pilot in Command Tests Positive for Psychoactive Substances Following Flight Altitude Loss

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The pilot in command of an Air India flight that experienced a sudden 300-foot altitude loss during cruise last week has tested positive for psychoactive substances in a confirmatory laboratory test, according to official sources. The development came as Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu convened a meeting with Air India’s outgoing Chief Executive Officer Campbell Wilson to demand a direct update on the incident. Minister Naidu emphasized that aviation safety remains the top priority for the ministry, asserting that no compromise would be tolerated from airlines, regulators, or key industry stakeholders. The Ministry…