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26 Jul

Power corporation Employees Shouldn’t Cause Hardship to Farmers & Public; Withdraw Strike: Aman Arora

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingAman Arora

Sunam (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) President and Cabinet Minister Aman Arora on Sunday urged the striking Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) employees to immediately withdraw their strike, saying it is causing immense hardship to farmers during the crucial paddy transplantation season and disrupting essential services for nearly three crore people across the state. Reiterating that the Bhagwant Mann Government is always ready for dialogue, he said a high-level committee constituted 25 days ago at the employee unions’ request is already deliberating on their pending demands and assured that every genuine recommendation of the committee will be…

25 Jul

Rahul Gandhi Escalates Pressure on Centre, Calls for Education Minister’s Dismissal Over Student Protest Row

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, TrendingRahul Gandhi

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has sharpened his criticism of the Centre over the ongoing student agitation linked to the alleged NEET paper leak, asserting that the protesters' key demands cannot be diluted or negotiated. He maintained that the movement would not be satisfied with cosmetic measures and urged the government to take decisive action. Addressing reporters, Gandhi said the first and foremost demand of the protesting students is the removal of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. He alleged that replacing the minister with another portfolio would not…

25 Jul

AAP Stages Statewide ‘Thali Bajao’ Agitation in Punjab, Intensifies Attack on BJP Over NEET Controversy

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingAAP, Punjab, Thali Bajao

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Saturday organised coordinated demonstrations across Punjab, stepping up its campaign against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the alleged NEET paper leak and issues surrounding the country's examination system. The protests, held under the banner “Thali Bajao, Tanashahi Bhagao”, saw party workers gathering in districts across the state to voice support for students. Protesters assembled at public places, carrying placards and beating steel plates as a symbolic gesture against what the party described as the Centre’s failure to protect the interests of young aspirants. Senior party leaders joined the district-level programmes,…

22 Jul

Punjabi Celebrities Split Over CJP Protest as Debate Over Student Agitation Intensifies

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Politics, Punjab, TrendingCJP Protest

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The ongoing Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement has sparked contrasting reactions within the Punjabi entertainment industry, with several prominent actors and singers expressing sharply different opinions over the student-led agitation and the police action that followed in Delhi. While some artists have extended their support to the protesting students and questioned the use of force by the authorities, others have chosen to distance themselves from the campaign, arguing that public support should not be extended without understanding the movement's background. Diljit Dosanjh Calls for Dialogue Instead of Force Singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh urged the government to…

22 Jul

Rahul Gandhi’s Surprise PM Residence Protest Sparks Debate Over Congress Strategy Amid Student Unrest

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, TrendingRahul Gandhi

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s unexpected demonstration outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence has added a fresh political dimension to the ongoing nationwide protests over the alleged NEET paper leak. The move has also fuelled speculation over whether the Congress is attempting to emerge as the principal political face of the student agitation, which has largely been driven by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). On July 21, Rahul Gandhi, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and several senior party leaders marched towards the Prime Minister’s residence and staged a sit-in demanding accountability over the police action…

20 Jul

Stormy Monsoon Session Expected as Government Pushes Bills, Opposition Readies Sharp Offensive

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, TrendingParliament

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma/Gurpreet Singh): The Monsoon Session of Parliament is expected to witness intense exchanges from its opening day, with the ruling NDA and the Opposition gearing up for a confrontation over a range of political and public interest issues. Ahead of the session, the Centre held an all-party meeting to seek cooperation for the smooth conduct of parliamentary business. While the government emphasised the need for productive debates and timely passage of legislation, Opposition parties outlined several issues they intend to raise during the proceedings. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju appealed to political parties to ensure meaningful discussions…

19 Jul

Ahead of Monsoon Session, Centre Seeks Cooperation from Opposition; All-Party Meeting Ends in Walkout

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, TrendingMonsoon Session

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): With the Monsoon Session of Parliament set to begin shortly, the Central government on Sunday urged political parties to work together to ensure productive proceedings. The appeal came during an all-party meeting convened to discuss the legislative agenda, but the gathering witnessed a dramatic exit by opposition leaders over the participation of certain rebel Members of Parliament. Following the meeting, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said the government was looking forward to a meaningful session where all elected representatives could raise public issues and engage in constructive discussions. He noted that several important bills and policy…

16 Jul

‘Don’t Ask Me to End My Fast, Walk With Me Instead’: Sonam Wangchuk Calls for Peaceful Parliament March

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, Trending

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Environmental activist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk has intensified his ongoing protest by urging citizens from across the country to participate in a peaceful march to Parliament on July 20, saying public participation is more important than appeals for him to end his hunger strike. In a post on X, Wangchuk responded to growing concern over his health, stating that while he was feeling physically weak, his resolve remained firm. "I'm not in good shape but not so bad either," he wrote, asking supporters to stand with the movement rather than persuade him to call off…

16 Jul

Punjab Congress Leadership Crisis Awaits Rahul Gandhi’s Verdict as High Command Seeks End to Factional Tussle

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, PunjabPunjab Congress, Rahul Gandhi

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The ongoing power struggle within the Punjab Congress appears to have reached a critical stage, with the party's central leadership expected to let Rahul Gandhi take the final call on the issue after weeks of consultations failed to produce a consensus. According to party insiders, several rounds of discussions involving Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, organisation general secretary K.C. Venugopal and Punjab affairs in-charge Bhupesh Baghel have not succeeded in ending the standoff between rival camps in the state. With negotiations yielding little progress, Rahul Gandhi is now expected to personally decide the party's next course of action.…

11 Jul

Arvind Kejriwal Visits Petrol Pump & Service Station To Expose Govt’s Blatant Lies On E20-blended Petrol

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, TrendingArvind Kejriwal

NEW DELHI (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday visited a petrol pump and service station in Delhi to interact with ordinary vehicle owners over the impact of E20-blended petrol, asserting that the government's claims about the fuel do not reflect the experiences of consumers. He spoke to owners who had come to refuel and to others who had brought their vehicles for repairs to understand the effects of E20 petrol on their vehicles. Citing these interactions, the AAP Chief revealed that people consistently reported reduced mileage and mechanical problems after using E20 petrol. He…