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IndiaApr 11, 2025

Ajnala Court Sends Pappalpreet Singh to Four-Day Police Remand

Pappalpreet Singh, an associate of Amritpal Singh, MP from Khadoor Sahib in Punjab and head of the ‘Waris Punjab De’ organization, has been brought to Amritsar from Dibrugarh Jail. The Punjab Police has secured a four-day remand for further investigation. Singh’s lawyers claim the police have no new evidence and argue that the remand was granted based on repetitive claims, including the need to recover data from mobile phones. Previously, the Ajnala Court sent eight associates of Amritpal Singh to judicial custody. They face charges related to the attack on the Ajnala police station.
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IndiaApr 10, 2025

Jagjit Singh Dallewal Pays Obeisance at Sri Harmandir Sahib, Criticizes Government’s Indifference to Farmers

Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who led the farmers' movement at the Khanauri border of Punjab-Haryana, paid obeisance at Sri Harmandir Sahib today and prayed for the successful completion of the Kisan Morcha. Speaking to the media, Dallewal criticized both the Centre and the Punjab government for their indifference to the issues faced by farmers. He pointed out that while the state government once claimed to be pro-farmer, since the dismantling of the Kisan Morcha, the public’s anger toward the government has only grown. He warned that this sentiment would persist until the 2027 elections.
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IndiaApr 10, 2025

MP Amritpal Singh Set to Be Released from Dibrugarh Jail, But Legal Troubles Persist

Amritpal Singh, Member of Parliament from Khadoor Sahib in Punjab and chief of the ‘Waris Punjab De’ organization, is expected to be released from Dibrugarh jail on April 22. The government has not extended his detention under the National Security Act (NSA) so far. However, Amritpal’s legal troubles are far from over. Even after his release, he will continue to face charges under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and for an alleged attack on the Ajnala police station. Amritpal was transferred to Dibrugarh jail from Punjab under the NSA in April 2023. He won the 2024 Lok S
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IndiaApr 10, 2025

Government Plotting to Jail Me Again Ahead of By-Election: Bharat Bhushan Ashu

Bharat Bhushan Ashu, the Punjab Congress candidate for the Ludhiana West assembly seat, has alleged that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government is plotting to send him to jail again ahead of the upcoming by-election. He asserted that they are not going to be afraid. Ashu stated that he would contest the election even from behind bars if necessary. He said he learned from the media that the government is once again planning to send him to jail. It is noteworthy that the date for the Ludhiana West by-election has not yet been announced. So far, only the Aam Aadmi Party and the Congress have decla
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IndiaApr 10, 2025

Sunil Jakhar Accuses Punjab CM of Political Espionage, Demands Investigation

Punjab BJP president Sunil Jakhar has accused Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann of engaging in political espionage and misusing the state’s intelligence network. In a letter to the Governor, Jakhar demanded a thorough investigation into the matter. Jakhar pointed out that the Chief Minister had openly admitted in the Punjab Vidhan Sabha to having access to sensitive intelligence information. He further alleged that ADGP Intelligence RK Jaiswal was transferred for refusing to comply with political directives from the Chief Minister. Highlighting Punjab’s status as a sensitive border state, Jakh
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IndiaApr 10, 2025

Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa Urges Election Commission to Suspend Shiromani Akali Dal President Election

Punjab Congress leader Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa has written to the Election Commission, seeking the suspension of the election process scheduled for Saturday by the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) to elect the party’s president and office bearers. Randhawa has raised concerns about alleged technical and financial irregularities in the recruitment drive and internal election procedures of the Shiromani Akali Dal. Additionally, he highlighted that the SAD plans to hold a delegate meeting at Teja Singh Samundri Hall in the SGPC complex, which he claims is a direct violation of established rules. In
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IndiaApr 09, 2025

Grenade Attack on Manoranjan Kalia's House: Accused Sent to 6-Day Police Remand

A court in Punjab has granted a 6-day police remand for two individuals accused in the grenade attack on BJP leader and former minister Manoranjan Kalia's house in Jalandhar. The police had requested a 10-day remand for the two accused, Ravinder Kumar, a resident of Subhana Road, Garha, Jalandhar, and Satish alias Kaka, a resident of Bhargav Camp, Jalandhar. However, the court approved a 6-day remand for both. The grenade attack has raised concerns among opposition parties about the law and order situation in Punjab, particularly following multiple grenade incidents in the state. Senior Shiro
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IndiaApr 09, 2025

Ram Rahim Granted 21-Day Furlough Amid Opposition

Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim has been released from jail for the 13th time, despite continued opposition from Punjab’s Sikh organizations and the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC). This time, he has been granted a 21-day furlough. Ram Rahim’s close associate, Honeypreet, was present at Rohtak jail to receive him. After arriving in Sirsa, Ram Rahim addressed his followers through a video, stating, “I am once again present in the service of the devotees.” Reports indicate that he will participate in the 77th foundation day celebrations of the Dera, which was est
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IndiaApr 08, 2025

Shiromani Akali Dal to Announce New President Before Baisakhi

The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) will announce its new party president on Saturday, just before Baisakhi. The decision was made by the Shiromani Akali Working Committee, which has scheduled the election of the new president for April 12 at Teja Singh Samundri Hall in the Sri Darbar Sahib complex, Amritsar. This announcement was made by senior Akali leader and party spokesperson Dr. Daljit Singh Cheema during a press conference. Following the election of the new president, the Shiromani Akali Dal will also hold a political conference at Talwandi Sabo on April 13.

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Eby says MLS talks on Whitecaps 'constructive' as deleted post stirs controversy

B.C. Premier David Eby said talks with Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber on the Vancouver Whitecaps' future were ``constructive,'' as relocation concerns grow. Garber is in Vancouver for FIFA Congress events and met with Eby on Wednesday, following reports that the league has discussed relocating the club, with Las Vegas a leading option. Eby released a video Wednesday night saying the province is ``at the table fighting hard'' to keep the team in Vancouver, calling its loss ``not an option.'' David Eby on X:Premier David Eby on X (screengrab)Hours later, a now-deleted post from Garb
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Carney appoints Jonathan Wilkinson as Canada’s next ambassador to the European Union

Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed Member of Parliament and former cabinet minister Jonathan Wilkinson as Canada’s next ambassador to the European Union, according to a news release from the Prime Minister’s Office. Wilkinson, who represents North Vancouver–Capilano, previously served in senior cabinet roles under former prime minister Justin Trudeau, including minister of natural resources and minister of environment and climate change. The Prime Minister’s Office said Wilkinson brings “proven experience, judgment and leadership” to the role as Canada seeks to strengthen its
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CanadaApr 30, 2026

Carney to visit Saudi Arabia amid renewed Canada–Gulf relations

Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to visit Saudi Arabia in the coming period, in what would be the first trip by a Canadian prime minister to the kingdom in at least two decades. According to government officials, the visit follows an invitation from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and comes after recent efforts by both countries to rebuild diplomatic ties that were strained for several years. The dispute dates back to 2018, when the former Trudeau government criticized Saudi Arabia’s justice system and raised concerns about the arrest of women’s rights activists. In response, Saudi
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Vancouver Police searching for missing man with liver disease

The Vancouver Police Department is seeking help from the public in locating a missing man who was last seen near the 29th Avenue SkyTrain Station on the morning of April 25. Gurminder Dhaliwal is a 46-year-old South Asian man who suffers from liver disease, who has difficulty walking because of his illness. Mr. Dhaliwal is 6'2" and weighs 196 lbs. He was last seen wearing Merrell hiking boots and a blue or grey hoodie with “Team Canada” written on the front. Mr. Dhaliwal’s family wants people to know he is not a risk to the public. If seen, please call 911 and wait with Mr. Dhaliwal un
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BCApr 29, 2026

Federal government allocates up to $145M for World Cup security in Toronto, Vancouver

The federal government says it will provide up to $145 million to support security operations during FIFA World Cup matches scheduled this summer in Toronto and Vancouver. According to a Public Safety Canada news release, the funding responds to “specific operational needs identified by the host provinces and cities,” where 13 matches are set to take place in June and July as part of the tournament co-hosted by Canada, the United States and Mexico. The federal government says the funding is intended to reduce financial pressure on municipal and provincial governments while ensuring law enf