Gurpreet Singh

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AGTF Nabs Key Gang Associate Linked to Interstate Crime Syndicate, Arms Seized

AGTF Nabs Key Gang Associate Linked to Interstate Crime Syndicate, Arms Seized

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a continued crackdown on organized crime, the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) of Punjab has detained an alleged operative connected to the network of gangster Arzoo Bishnoi. Officials said the arrest marks an important step in efforts to curb inter-state criminal activities. The accused had been evading law enforcement and was reportedly wanted in a murder case registered in Rajasthan, where authorities had also announced a monetary reward for his capture. During the operation, security personnel recovered a .32 calibre pistol along with three live rounds, indicating the suspect’s potential involvement in serious criminal activities. The weapon…
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Power Supply Hit as Thieves Steal Live Copper Wires Near Nihal Singh Wala Police Station

Power Supply Hit as Thieves Steal Live Copper Wires Near Nihal Singh Wala Police Station

Gurpreet Singh :- In a daring incident, thieves targeted an electricity meter box located just about 90 steps from the Nihal Singh Wala police station, near the bus stand, and stole copper wires late at night. The act was carried out while the power supply was live, leading to an immediate outage in the area. The incident has raised serious concerns, especially as it occurred just a day after the newly posted Station House Officer took charge, highlighting the boldness of the miscreants even in close proximity to a police station. Officials from the Power Corporation who reached the spot…
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CBI Expands Probe Against Suspended Punjab DIG Bhullar; Court Clears Use of Evidence, Decision on Daily Trial on April 27

CBI Expands Probe Against Suspended Punjab DIG Bhullar; Court Clears Use of Evidence, Decision on Daily Trial on April 27

Gurpreet Singh :- The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is set to widen its probe into the alleged corruption network linked to suspended Punjab Police DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar, with a special CBI court in Chandigarh granting approval to expand the scope of investigation. The court has permitted the agency to use crucial documents, cash and electronic records seized during the main trap case as part of a fresh preliminary enquiry (PE). This new probe will focus on independent instances of alleged bribery transactions, involving several unidentified public servants and private individuals. Special CBI Judge Bhawna Jain, in her order,…
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Randhawa, Warring, Majithia, Balkaur Singh l Receive Threat Messages Amid Row Over ‘Lawrence of Punjab

Randhawa, Warring, Majithia, Balkaur Singh l Receive Threat Messages Amid Row Over ‘Lawrence of Punjab

Gurpreet Singh :- Former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister and Gurdaspur MP Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa has received a threat message allegedly from the Lawrence Bishnoi group, shortly after he publicly opposed the release of the controversial documentary/web series ‘Lawrence of Punjab’ and demanded a ban on it. Randhawa has informed Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav about the development. Reacting strongly, Randhawa alleged that gangsters continue to operate with the backing of central agencies. He questioned how Lawrence Bishnoi, currently lodged in Sabarmati Jail in Gujarat, remains active and capable of issuing threats. He also raised concerns over reports of Jaggu Bhagwanpuria, lodged…
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“Attack on Democracy and Constitution”: Harpal Singh Cheema Slams BJP, Vows Strong Response from Punjabis

“Attack on Democracy and Constitution”: Harpal Singh Cheema Slams BJP, Vows Strong Response from Punjabis

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Finance Minister and senior Aam Aadmi Party leader (AAP) Harpal Singh Cheema on Friday stated that the Bharatiya Janata Party has launched an undemocratic assault on Punjab and its people, declaring it a direct attack on the Babasaheb Ambedkar’s Constitution and the democratic rights of citizens. He asserted that Punjabis, who have historically sacrificed for the country’s freedom and democracy, will not tolerate this betrayal and will give a strong response. In a statement, senior AAP leader and Punjab Cabinet Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said, “The BJP has attacked Punjabis in an undemocratic manner. The right…
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China backs India in diplomatic row over Trump’s “hellhole” remarks

China backs India in diplomatic row over Trump’s “hellhole” remarks

Beijing/New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The diplomatic fallout over US President Donald Trump’s social media activity intensified on Friday, April 24, 2026, as China joined India in condemning the use of derogatory language to describe sovereign nations. Yu Jing, spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy in India, issued a sharp rebuke on social media, stating that "bilateral ties are built on respect, not rhetoric." The statement, which asserted that "viral words fade" while "real partnerships don’t," marks a rare moment of rhetorical alignment between Beijing and New Delhi against a common diplomatic slight from Washington. The controversy originated from a repost on…
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Supreme Court update: 10 Indians dead in Russia-Ukraine war; status on AgustaWestland and Indrani Mukerjea pleas

Supreme Court update: 10 Indians dead in Russia-Ukraine war; status on AgustaWestland and Indrani Mukerjea pleas

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Central Government informed the Supreme Court on Friday, April 24, 2026, that 10 Indian nationals have died while serving with Russian forces in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati, representing the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), provided this update during a hearing on a petition seeking the safe repatriation of 26 Indians allegedly forced into the war. The Centre noted that while some individuals were misled by agents under the guise of lucrative jobs, many had entered into "voluntary contracts." A bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant described the situation…
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Supreme Court upholds reproductive autonomy; allows 15-year-old to terminate 7-month pregnancy

Supreme Court upholds reproductive autonomy; allows 15-year-old to terminate 7-month pregnancy

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In a landmark pro-choice ruling on Friday, April 24, 2026, the Supreme Court of India held that no court can compel a woman, particularly a minor, to carry an unwanted pregnancy against her express will. A Bench comprising Justice BV Nagarathna and Justice Ujjal Bhuyan allowed a 15-year-old girl to medically terminate her pregnancy, which was over seven months along, emphasizing that reproductive autonomy is an integral facet of personal liberty and privacy under Article 21 of the Constitution. The Court directed that the procedure be conducted at AIIMS, New Delhi, prioritizing the mental, emotional, and…
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Cashless care under Bhagwant Mann Govt’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana is accelerating response times in neurological emergencies, where every minute can determine survival

Cashless care under Bhagwant Mann Govt’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana is accelerating response times in neurological emergencies, where every minute can determine survival

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s healthcare system under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann is delivering tangible, life-saving outcomes on the ground, with the Punjab Government’s flagship Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana (MMSY) emerging as a decisive intervention in ensuring that financial constraints no longer stand between patients and critical treatment. A recent case from Hoshiarpur reflects this transformation. Sandeep Singh, who suffered an acute ischemic stroke, was admitted to AIIMS Bathinda, where his treatment costing ₹32,300 was fully covered under the scheme. His father, Jagjeet Singh, said, “Thankfully, we had already registered for the Sehat Card. It covered the treatment…
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Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer slams Raghav Chadha’s defection and BJP’s “Washing Machine” politics

Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer slams Raghav Chadha’s defection and BJP’s “Washing Machine” politics

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab senior leader and Member of Parliament Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer on Friday spoke about what he described as a consistent pattern in the Bharatiya Janata Party’s functioning across the country, linking it to the use of central agencies and political inducements ahead of elections. He said the party’s approach reflects a broader attempt to weaken democratic institutions and opposition voices. Addressing a press conference, AAP MP Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer said, “For the past 12 years, the BJP has been following the same model across the country to strangulate democracy. As soon…
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