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Punjab Cong divided, Rahul Gandhi forced to intervene: State BJP chief Jakhar

Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar on Saturday said the manner in which Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was compelled to visit the state and publicly admonish his own party leaders showed that the Congress high command has lost its influence and that the state leadership has gone rogue.

Hon’ble Court’s Judgment Acquitting Arvind Kejriwal in Excise Policy Case a Victory of Truth and Democracy: Mohinder Bhagat

Punjab Cabinet Minister Mohinder Bhagat termed the recent judgment of the Hon’ble Court in the excise policy case as a victory of truth and democratic values. He said that the acquittal of AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal, former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, and other accused has proved that the allegations levelled against them were false and baseless.

Clearing Arvind Kejriwal in excise policy case exposes conspiracy by PM Modi & Amit Shah to target AAP: Bhagwant Singh Mann

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday said that the discharge of charges against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal, senior AAP leader and Punjab Prabhari Manish Sisodia, and others in the excise policy case by the court has vindicated the party’s consistent stand that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and other central agencies have been reduced to mere puppets in the hands of the Union government to target political rivals.

When BJP Failed to Match Kejriwal's Governance and Integrity, They Misued Agencies for These False Cases: Pannu

Addressing a press conference, AAP Punjab Media In-charge Baltej Singh Pannu said that the Delhi court’s historic decision to discharge Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia and others in the alleged liquor scam case has completely demolished what he termed a politically motivated conspiracy.

Arvind Kejriwal is staunchly honest & visionary leader as false allegations levelled against him but at last truth prevailed: Kultar Singh Sandhwan

Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan said that the recent judgment of the Court in the excise policy case marks a powerful reaffirmation of constitutional morality and the rule of law. He stated that the discharge of cases against all 23 accused, including former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, unequivocally demonstrates that the allegations amplified in the political arena failed to withstand judicial scrutiny.

Constitution Triumphs Over Political Witch-Hunt; BJP’s Plot to Crush AAP Fails: Cheema

Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said that the acquittal of Aam Aadmi Party’s National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal, senior leader Manish Sisodia, Sanjay Singh, Durgesh Pathak, Satyendar Jain, and others in the alleged Delhi liquor scam case has completely exposed politically motivated conspiracy of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

BJP’s Conspiracy to Finish Kejriwal Fails, Modi and Shah Face Embarrassment: Dhaliwal

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab’s Chief Spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal welcomed the decision of Special Delhi Court in the CBI case, in which AAP’s National Convenor and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia were acquitted in the alleged liquor scam case.

Truth Can be Delayed but Not Defeated; This is Major Victory, Not Just for Our Party But For all the People Who Believe in Constitution and Judiciary: Mundian

Welcoming the Delhi court’s decision acquitting Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia in the alleged liquor scam case, Cabinet Minister Hardeep Singh Mundian launched a sharp attack on the opposition. Mundian said that today is a historic day for democracy, as the court’s verdict has proved that the entire case fabricated against the Aam Aadmi Party was driven solely by political vendetta and was nothing but a “blatant lie.”

Court Exposes BJP’s Fabricated Bundle of Lies Against Arvind Kejriwal: Aman Arora

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab President Aman Arora on Friday addressed an important press conference and said that “truth may be delayed, but it can never be defeated.” He asserted that the acquittal of AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal, senior leader Manish Sisodia, and other party colleagues in the so-called liquor scam case is not just a victory for AAP but a victory of truth and justice.

'Political conspiracy of BJP exposed': AAP on Delhi court’s decision on Kejriwal, Sisodia

The Aam Aadmi Party on Friday welcomed the Delhi court’s decision clearing former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and former Deputy CM Manish Sisodia in the alleged corruption case related to the scrapped excise policy. The party said the verdict exposes the 'political conspiracy' orchestrated by the BJP against AAP and its leadership.

Bhagwant Mann Govt cleaning up thorns sown by SAD-BJP regime: Baltej Pannu

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab General Secretary and Media In-charge Baltej Pannu strongly rebutted the statement of Punjab BJP leader Ashwani Sharma, who claimed that only the BJP can eradicate drugs and restore law and order in Punjab. He emphasised that such statements insult the intelligence and memory of the people of Punjab.

AAP MLA Gurdeep Singh Randhawa Condemns Congress Leader Sukhjinder Randhawa’s Remarks Against Police Administration

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA from Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdeep Singh Randhawa, strongly condemned the remarks made by Congress leader and current Member of Parliament Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa against the police administration, stating that it is extremely shameful to politicise the martyrdom of two brave police personnel who were recently martyred in Gurdaspur.

Dhaliwal Slams Bikram Majithia: Calling Umranangal’s Service “Unparalleled” a Cruel Joke on Sikh Sangat

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab Chief Spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal on Thursday launched a scathing attack on Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal) while addressing a press conference in Amritsar. Dhaliwal questioned the recent social media post and public presence of senior Akali leader Bikram Singh Majithia on the retirement of former IPS officer Paramraj Singh Umranangal.

By March 20, Every School in Every District of Punjab Will Receive New Digital Equipment: Harjot Singh Bains

In one of the largest technological overhauls in Punjab’s educational history, Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains on Thursday announced a massive ₹400 crore digitalisation project under the Punjab Sikhya Kranti, stating that the Bhagwant Mann Government has initiated an unprecedented transformation that will equip government schools with state-of-the-art technology and fundamentally redefine classroom teaching across Punjab.

Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora inaugurates Cargill's largest South Asia facility of animal feed manufacturing at Wazirabad, Mandi Gobindgarh

Reaffirming the Bhagwant Mann Government’s firm commitment to industrial growth and investor facilitation, Cabinet Minister for Industries & Commerce, Investment Promotion, Power and Local Government Sanjeev Arora on Thursday inaugurated the newly established dairy feed plant of Cargill Private Limited at the Industrial Park, Wazirabad in Mandi Gobindgarh. The state-of-the-art unit has been set up with an investment of ₹300 crore.

India's GDP growth projected at 6.8 to 7.2 per cent for 2026-27: EY report

India's economy is projected to expand between 6.8 per cent and 7.2 per cent in FY27 as bilateral trade agreements with major economies are expected, along with the government's economic reforms, to counter the global uncertainties created by the US tariff turmoil, according to the latest EY Economy Watch report.

ECI gives details of Bengal deployment of 240 CAPF companies in first phase on March 1

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday announced the details of the 240 companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) personnel that will be deployed in the first phase on March 1, amid the preparations for the Assembly polls in West Bengal.

Incidentally, this is the first time that the ECI has decided to deploy CAPF in the state so early, and that too before the announcement of the polling dates and enforcement of the model code of conduct.

2,500 CAPF companies needed if Bengal polls are held in single phase, as per ECI estimate

Around 2500 companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) will be needed if the Bengal Assembly polls are held in single phase, according to initial estimate by the Election Commission of India (ECI).

These so-called novices of AAP have achieved what seasoned politicians failed to deliver for decades: Baltej Pannu

Reacting to Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar describing the Aam Aadmi Party as a “party of novices,” senior AAP Punjab leader and Punjab State General Secretary Baltej Pannu said that these very “novices” have accomplished tasks that governments led by seasoned politicians could not achieve for decades.

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann inaugurates first phase of reconstruction of Ferozepur Feeder Canal

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday inaugurated the first phase of the reconstruction and relining of the Ferozepur Feeder Canal, calling it a landmark gift to farmers and a decisive step towards securing Punjab’s water future. Declaring the canal as the lifeline of the Malwa region, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said the project will prove to be a boon for Ferozepur, Faridkot, Sri Muktsar Sahib and Fazilka districts, enhancing irrigation capacity and ensuring that canal water reaches deeper into the fields of Punjab.

Seeds of ‘Chitta’ & gangsterism were sown during Akali rule from 2007 to 2017: Baltej Pannu

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab’s State Media In-charge Baltej Pannu on Wednesday responded strongly to the statement made by Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) President Sukhbir Singh Badal that if his government comes to power, drug traffickers and gangsters would be declared “terrorists” in the first cabinet meeting. 

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann lays foundation stone of Government ITI in Sardulgarh; 240 students to be skilled every year

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday said that decades of Akali and Congress rule deliberately kept Punjab’s children uneducated while political families thrived, asserting that those parties were never concerned about public progress but only about securing power for their sons, daughters and relatives. Addressing a gathering in Sardulgarh after laying the foundation stone of a Government ITI that will skill 240 students every year, he said the BJP is now banking on defectors from other parties to chase electoral dreams, but Punjab has chosen a different path. 

Badals Who Spread Gangsterism & Chitta Now Talk of Clean-Up, This Is Hypocrisy: Baltej Pannu

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab’s Media Incharge Baltej Pannu on Tuesday responded to the statement of Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) President Sukhbir Singh Badal regarding declaring gangsters and drug smugglers as terrorists, stating that those who themselves spread gangsterism and the poison of ‘chitta’ in Punjab are now speaking about a clean-up campaign, which reflects sheer hypocrisy.

As Bhagwant Mann Govt's 'Yudh Nashean Virudh' yielding results in Punjab, traffickers shifting base to Haryana: Harpal Singh Cheema

Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Tuesday said that the Punjab Government’s decisive and sustained crackdown against narcotics is delivering concrete results, dismantling drug networks that once operated with impunity. He said that as Punjab strengthens enforcement and public participation against drugs, serious questions are arising about the growing menace in Haryana under the Nayab Singh Saini government.

Haryana to identify 100 major projects for close monitoring

The Haryana government has decided to identify 100 major ongoing projects across departments for close monitoring at the highest level to ensure their completion within the stipulated timeframe, the government said on Tuesday.

J&K students association seeks Punjab CM’s intervention over threat to Kashmiri students issue

The J&K Students Association (JKSA) on Tuesday sought the help of the Punjab chief minister on an alleged eviction threat to Kashmiri students over the Ramzan meal in CT University.

Entire money returned to govt accounts: Haryana CM informs Assembly on IDFC First Bank fraud case

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday informed the Assembly that the entire money in the fraud involving state government accounts at the Chandigarh branch of IDFC First Bank has been returned to the government's accounts.

Historic announcement by CM Bhagwant Singh Mann; 40 lakh families to receive free ration under ‘Meri Rasoi Yojna’

In a landmark initiative aimed at strengthening food and nutrition security for the first time at this scale in Punjab, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday announced the launch of the ‘Meri Rasoi Yojna’, under which 40 lakh families will receive free quarterly food kits starting April, in addition to wheat provided under the National Food Security Act.

Punjab Govt Ensured Time-Bound Execution of Tata Steel’s Largest Punjab Investment: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday said that Punjab’s industrial resurgence has received a major fillip with the commencement of operations of Tata Steel’s mega manufacturing plant in Ludhiana from March, asserting that the project reflects the growing confidence of global industry in the state’s progressive policies and stable governance framework.

Bengal SIR: Judicial officers seek special security in four border districts

As the process of judicial adjudication of voters’ documents identified under the “logical discrepancy” category in poll-bound West Bengal got underway, the judicial officers appointed in four districts located near the India-Bangladesh border have sought special security after experiencing security breaches.

The process of judicial adjudication started on Monday as directed by the Supreme Court last week.

Tejashwi Yadav slams Nitish Kumar after Bihar Assembly proceedings​

After attending the proceedings of the Bihar Legislative Assembly, Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav on Monday launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), accusing the government of pushing Bihar into prolonged poverty and misgovernance despite being in power for over two decades.

SP chief alleges vote manipulation through SIR, criticises govt over protest incident

Launching a broad attack on the Centre, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Monday questioned the government’s handling of a recent protest by the Youth Congress, alleged large-scale manipulation of voter lists, and asserted that the opposition INDIA bloc remains united ahead of crucial elections.

AAP govt in Punjab announces ‘Meri Rasoi’ scheme for nutritious food to 40 lakh people

Ahead of the assembly elections slated for early 2027, the Aam Aadmi Party government in Punjab on Monday announced the "Meri Rasoi" scheme to provide nutritious food to 40 lakh blue card holders in the state from April.

This was announced by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann after a meeting of the Council of Ministers here.

J&K L-G Manoj Sinha inaugurates 6th edition of Khelo India Winter Games

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor (L-G) Manoj Sinha, on Monday, while inaugurating the sixth edition of Khelo India Winter Games here, said that from a simple sporting event these games have evolved into a true national festival.

Tamil Nadu final electoral roll published, voter strength drops to 5.43 crore

Tamil Nadu’s final electoral roll has been officially published on Monday following an extensive Special Intensive Revision (SIR) undertaken in compliance with directions from the Election Commission of India and the Supreme Court.

Rajasthan final electoral roll 2026 published; voter count crosses 5.15 crore

With 5.15 crore voters now on record, the final electoral roll of Rajasthan was published on Saturday following the successful completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)-2026 across 199 Assembly constituencies in the state.

Housing Board merges into Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran, CM informs Assembly

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, on the first day of the Budget session here on Friday, said the government has dissolved Housing Board Haryana and merged it into the Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran to enhance efficiency, provide better housing facilities and strengthen urban planning integration.

Haryana govt transformed ‘red tape’ into ‘red carpet’: Guv

Haryana Governor Ashim Kumar Ghosh on Friday said the state government has replaced “red tape” with a welcoming “red carpet” to transform the state into one of India’s most trusted investment destinations.

Himachal to provide grant to daughters of widows for higher education

The Himachal Pradesh government on Friday said it has expanded the ambit of the Indira Gandhi Sukh Shiksha Yojna by extending financial assistance to daughters of widows pursuing higher education both within and outside the state.

44,301 beneficiaries covered under marriage assistance scheme: J&K in Assembly

The Jammu and Kashmir government said on Friday that a total of 44,301 beneficiaries have received support through the marriage assistance scheme, with Rs 234 crore disbursed under this initiative for the period of 2025-26 up to the present date.

The government said this while answering a question by PDP MLA, Waheed-ur-Rehman Para, in the Legislative Assembly.

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