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29 Jan

AAP Targets Congress Over Bhattal Remark, Seeks Answers on Alleged Use of Violence for Power

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAam Aadmi Party, Baltej Pannu, Congress, Punjab politics, Rajinder Kaur Bhattal

Chandigarh, 29 January 2026: Aam Aadmi Party Punjab Media In-charge Baltej Pannu on Thursday launched a scathing attack on the Congress leadership for maintaining a “criminal silence” over the shocking statements made by former Punjab Chief Minister Rajinder Kaur Bhattal, who recently claimed that she was advised to allow bomb blasts in Punjab to help the Congress government return to power.Addressing a press conference at the party office, Pannu said it was deeply disturbing that more than 24 hours after the interview went viral, neither Rajinder Kaur Bhattal nor any senior Congress leader has come forward to clarify or condemn…

14 Jan

Muktsar Sahib’s Sacred Land Etched in Golden Pages of History: Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaHaryana Chief Minister, Maghi Mela, Nayab Singh Saini, Punjab politics, Sri Muktsar Sahib

Chandigarh, January 14: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday said that Punjab and Haryana are not merely neighboring states but are bound by ties of blood and brotherhood. Addressing a gathering at the Maghi Mela in Sri Muktsar Sahib, Punjab, the Chief Minister said the people of Haryana share deep affection for Punjab and have always stood by the state in times of need. Referring to a recent natural calamity in Punjab, CM Saini said that when the people of Punjab were facing hardships, residents of Haryana extended every possible support, like an elder brother. “This reflects our…

11 Jan

Punjab Must Vote Out Politics of Falsehood, Says Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAam Aadmi Party, Bhagwant Mann, Haryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini, Punjab politics

Chandigarh, January 11: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Aam Aadmi Party-led Punjab government, urging the people of Punjab to reject what he described as politics based on falsehoods and empty promises. He said the country and states need experienced, responsible and people-centric governance, stressing that politics should be a medium of service, not a tool for enjoying power. Addressing a public gathering in Samrala in Ludhiana district, Saini said the governance model implemented in Haryana could serve as a strong foundation for good governance across the country. He called upon the…

04 Jan

BJP Will Make Punjab a Leading State Under PM Modi’s Leadership, Says Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAam Aadmi Party, BJP Punjab, Narendra Modi, Nayab Singh Saini, Punjab politics

Chandigarh, January 4: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday asserted that the Bharatiya Janata Party will form the government in Punjab under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the 2027 Assembly elections and transform the state into one of the country’s leading regions. Launching a sharp attack on the ruling Aam Aadmi Party, he alleged that the party came to power on false promises and has since failed to deliver, pushing Punjab into crisis. Addressing a public gathering at the grain market in Ghanaur, Patiala district, near the Haryana–Punjab border, the Chief Minister said Punjab is…

13 Dec

Navjot Kaur Sidhu Accuses Mann Government of Shielding Mafias, Seeks Security Cover

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP Punjab, Bhagwant Mann government, Navjot Kaur Sidhu, Punjab politics

New Delhi, December 13, 2025: Suspended Congress leader Navjot Kaur Sidhu on Friday launched a sharp attack on the Bhagwant Mann-led Aam Aadmi Party government in Punjab, alleging that it was providing protection to liquor and mining mafias and warning that any threat to her life would be the chief minister’s responsibility. She also sought security, citing what she described as a deteriorating law-and-order situation in the state.In a post on X, Sidhu questioned the Punjab government’s silence on issues she claimed to have raised repeatedly, alleging that her concerns were being ignored despite the seriousness of the matters involved.…

08 Oct

Big Claim by Janata Party Chief: Over 60 AAP MLAs in Contact

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAam Aadmi Party, Navneet Chaturvedi, Punjab politics, Rajya Sabha Elections

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a move that has shaken Punjab’s political corridors, Janata Party’s national president Navneet Chaturvedi on Tuesday filed his nomination as an Independent candidate for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections at the Punjab Assembly Secretariat.What has truly rattled the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is Chaturvedi’s explosive claim that 10 AAP MLAs have pledged their support to him and more than 60 are in touch with him. This revelation has sparked intense political drama and raised serious questions about internal dissent and cracks within AAP’s Punjab unit.Chaturvedi, a Rajasthan-based political thinker and author of the widely read…

21 Aug

Punjab BJP Delegation Calls on Governor, Protests Detention of Party Leaders

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBJP De Sevadar campaign, BJP vs AAP, Punjab Governor, Punjab politics, Ravneet Singh Bittu

Chandigarh, August 21, 2025: Political tensions escalated in Punjab after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) accused the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government of obstructing its rural outreach initiatives and detaining senior leaders.A BJP delegation, led by Union Minister of State Ravneet Singh Bittu, submitted a memorandum to Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, alleging that the state administration is deliberately interfering with its campaign. The BJP’s programme, titled “BJP De Sevadar Aa Gaye Tuhade Dwar”, is being conducted at the village level and aims to spread awareness about central government welfare schemes. The camps focus on enabling people to access benefits…

11 Aug

Giani Harpreet Singh Named Leader of New Panthic Party After Split in Shiromani Akali Dal

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAkal Takht, Bibi Satwant Kaur, Giani Harpreet Singh, Punjab politics, SAD split, Shiromani Akali Dal

Chandigarh, Aug 11, 2025: Punjab witnessed a major shift in Panthic politics today after the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), formed under the Akali Takht, split into factions. The party’s recruitment committee announced the creation of a new Panthic party, appointing former Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh as its leader.Bibi Satwant Kaur has been named chairperson of the Panthic Committee. Earlier, the Akali Takht, in alliance with the rebel group, had set up Panthic stalls at the Burj Akali Baba Phoola Singh Gurdwara to enroll members. The announcement of the new president came after the completion of this membership drive.According to sources,…

31 Jul

Khaira Barred from Remarks as CM’s Aide Files Defamation Suit Amid Political Row

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, defamation case, legal notice, Punjab politics, Rajbir Singh, Sukhpal Khaira

Chandigarh, July 31, 2025 — Punjab Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira finds himself in legal crosshairs after Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s Officer on Special Duty (OSD), Rajbir Singh, filed a defamation case against him for allegedly making false and damaging statements.The local court has not only accepted the complaint but also issued a restraining order against Khaira, barring him from making any public remarks concerning the case. Khaira has been formally served and directed to appear before the court on August 11.The defamation suit stems from a series of allegations Khaira reportedly made against Singh, which the latter claims were…

19 Jul

Aman Arora Responds to Anmol Gagan Maan’s Resignation, Calls for Internal Deliberation

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP Punjab, Aman Arora, Anmol Gagan Maan, Kharar MLA resignation, Punjab politics

Chandigarh, July 19, 2025 — Punjab Cabinet Minister and senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Aman Arora has issued his first response to the unexpected resignation of Kharar MLA Anmol Gagan Maan, calling for calm and internal dialogue.Speaking on the matter, Arora stated, “Our party functions like a team. We will sit together and discuss the matter internally.” His brief yet pointed remarks come as the political circles continue to stir with speculation over Maan’s sudden exit from active politics and the legislature.The AAP leadership has remained largely tight-lipped since Maan’s departure, which many view as a surprising move given…