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IndiaJan 16, 2025

SGPC demands ban on film ‘Emergency’

Amid protests from Sikh organizations in Punjab, Kangana Ranaut’s film ‘Emergency’ is releasing tomorrow, January 17. Expressing its protest regarding this film, the Shiromani Committee had registered an objection with the Punjab Chief Secretary on November 14, 2024. At the same time, Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami today sent a letter to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann demanding an immediate ban on this film in the state. He said that if the film is released in Punjab, the Shiromani Committee will strongly oppose it. Letters demanding a ban
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IndiaJan 16, 2025

Farmers at Shambhu Border Announce March to Delhi

Farmers protesting at the Shambhu border between Punjab and Haryana have announced a march to Delhi. On January 21, 101 farmers will proceed on foot. Farmer leader Sarwan Pandher stated that the central government remains unwilling to hold talks, prompting the intensification of their struggle. It is noteworthy that farmers attempted to march to Delhi three times in December, but each time, Haryana Police stopped them at barricades. The protest, led by Jagjit Singh Dallewal and Sarwan Pandher, has been ongoing for 11 months at the Shambhu and Khanauri borders, demanding a legal guarantee of M
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IndiaJan 16, 2025

Jagjit Singh Dallewal’s Hunger Strike: 52 Days and 20 kg Weight Loss

Punjab farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal has been on a fast unto death for 52 days, losing 20 kg in the process. Reports indicate that Dallewal’s weight was 86.95 kg when he began his hunger strike at the Khanauri border on November 26, and it has now dropped to 66.4 kg. Meanwhile, the hunger strike by 111 farmers at the Khanauri border in support of Dallewal has entered its second day. Today, farmer Pritpal Singh’s condition suddenly worsened due to an epileptic seizure. He was treated by Dr. Swaman Singh’s team.
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IndiaJan 15, 2025

111 Farmers Now on Hunger Strike in Support of Farmer Leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal

On the 51st day of the hunger strike initiated by Punjab farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, 111 farmers have joined the protest at the Khanauri border in support of him. These farmers are on a hunger strike near the Haryana border. The protest is being led by the Sanyukt Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha. Meanwhile, the Punjab government has deployed medical teams and ambulances to handle any potential health emergencies. Additionally, the Haryana Police has requested the farmer leaders to relocate the protest site, and a heavy police presence has been stationed at the H
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IndiaJan 15, 2025

Bapu Surat Singh Khalsa, who fought for Sikh prisoners, dies at 91

Bapu Surat Singh Khalsa, who fought for Sikh prisoners, dies at 91Sikh activist Bapu Surat Singh Khalsa, known for his commitment to seek captive Sikh prisoners, passed away at the age of 91. Bapu Surat Singh Khalsa began his hunger strike on January 16, 2015, at the age of 82, seeking justice for Sikh prisoners who remained incarcerated despite having served their sentences.He was a resident of Hassanpur village on Ferozepur road in Ludhiana. His hunger strike lasted until January 14, 2023, making his movement one of the longest and most significant non-violent protests in Punjab’s history.
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IndiaJan 14, 2025

Sunil Jakhar meets Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar met Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday. According to reports, the demands of the farmers were discussed during this meeting. It has been learned that the Punjab BJP will also hold a meeting in Chandigarh on January 15 to strategize on the MSP guarantee law for crops and other agricultural issues. Meanwhile, the non-political United Kisan Morcha has announced that a group of 111 farmers will peacefully begin a fast unto death, wearing black robes, near the police barricade at the Khanauri border tomorrow. During this protest, the farme
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IndiaJan 14, 2025

Jagjit Singh Dallewal’s Health Has Become Extremely Critical

The health of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been on a hunger strike for 50 days at the Khanauri border between Punjab and Haryana, has deteriorated significantly. His body has become severely weakened, with his skin starting to shrink and his bones becoming visible. A hearing will take place in the Supreme Court on Wednesday regarding his condition. Meanwhile, the Punjab government has set up a temporary hospital 500 meters from his hunger strike site, with a medical team on high alert due to the critical state of Dallewal’s health. In addition to the ongoing farmers' struggle
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IndiaJan 13, 2025

Delhi Assembly Elections: Rahul Gandhi Holds First Rally

Rahul Gandhi held his first rally for the Congress party in the Seelampur assembly constituency for the Delhi Assembly elections on Monday. During the rally, he targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal. Rahul Gandhi stated that both Modi and Kejriwal are the same, as neither of them says a single word about Adani. In response, Arvind Kejriwal took to social media, writing that while Rahul Gandhi had come to Delhi and criticized him extensively, he would not comment on his statements. Kejriwal added that Rahul Gandhi's fight is to save the Congress,
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IndiaJan 13, 2025

Samyukt Kisan Morcha May Support Dallewal-Pandher Farmers' Movement

The ongoing farmers' movement led by the Dallewal and Pandher organizations on the Shambhu and Khanauri borders of Punjab-Haryana may receive support from the Samyukt Kisan Morcha. A meeting was held today in Patran, Patiala, between the leaders of the three organizations to discuss the movement. It was decided that no leader would make statements against each other, and the movement would be fought jointly. A meeting has been scheduled by the farmer leaders on January 18 to discuss the next steps in the struggle. The meeting in Patran was attended by various leaders, including Samyukt repres

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Canada joins 40-country talks on Strait of Hormuz shipping amid global concerns

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