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IndiaDec 24, 2024

Delhi Assembly Elections: Congress Releases Second List

The Congress has released its second list of candidates for the Delhi Assembly elections, featuring 26 names. Notably, both Congress and AAP, allies in the India Alliance, are contesting against each other in Delhi. In the latest list, Congress has fielded Farhad Suri to contest against AAP leader Manish Sisodia in the Jangpura constituency. Earlier, the first list of 21 candidates included Sandeep Dikshit, son of former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit, who has been fielded against AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal in the New Delhi constituency.
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IndiaDec 24, 2024

Jagjit Singh Dallewal Addresses Farmers Amid Ongoing Protest

Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been on a fast to death for 29 days at the Khanauri Morcha on the Punjab-Haryana border, was brought to the stage on a stretcher. Despite his critical condition, he assured the gathering that he was fine and urged unity to secure a legal guarantee for MSP and other demands. Dallewal has written to the Prime Minister, reiterating the demand for the implementation of a legal guarantee for MSP. Meanwhile, the Sanyukt Kisan Morcha clarified that it has no plans to join the ongoing struggles at the Shambhu and Khanauri borders or participate in the Punj
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IndiaDec 24, 2024

Sunil Jakhar Criticizes Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's Australia Visit

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s visit to Australia has sparked controversy. Sunil Jakhar, the state president of the Punjab BJP, pointed out that while farmers are protesting and law and order in the state is deteriorating, the Chief Minister is preparing to travel to Australia to celebrate the New Year. Jakhar criticized CM Bhagwant Mann saying that he can campaign for votes, but can’t go to the aid of Dallewal who is fasting to death just 20 km from his residence. The Shiromani Akali Dal also took aim at the Chief Minister, questioning why, if Haryana can guarantee Minimum Support
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IndiaDec 23, 2024

Jagjit Singh Dallewal's Condition Critical

Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who is on a hunger strike at the Khanauri border area of Punjab-Haryana over farmers' demands, is in critical condition. He has been fasting for the past 27 days. Meanwhile, Dr. Swaiman's team has raised concerns over the health report submitted by the Punjab government to the Supreme Court regarding Dallewal's condition. According to Dr. Swaiman, the Punjab government described Dallewal as completely healthy in its report to the Supreme Court. He questioned how someone who has not eaten for 27 days could be considered healthy, stating that even a child can understand t
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IndiaDec 23, 2024

Three Men Involved in Punjab Grenade Attacks Killed in UP Encounter

In connection with the bomb blast outside the police post in Bakshiwal, Gurdaspur district, the Punjab Police, in collaboration with Uttar Pradesh Police, killed three militants in an encounter in Pilibhit early on Monday. The slain individuals were identified as Gurvinder Singh, Varinder Singh, and Jashanpreet Singh, all from Gurdaspur. They were residents of villages in the Dera Baba Nanak constituency, and their ages ranged from 18 to 25. According to the police, they recovered two AK-47 rifles, two Glock pistols, and a large quantity of ammunition from the suspects. Punjab DGP Gaurav Yada
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IndiaDec 20, 2024

Bharat Bhushan Ashu Granted Bail by Punjab-Haryana High Court

Former Punjab minister and Congress leader Bharat Bhushan Ashu has been granted bail by the Punjab-Haryana High Court. The court also quashed two FIRs registered against him by the Vigilance Bureau. On August 1, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Bharat Bhushan Ashu in Jalandhar after questioning him in connection with a money laundering case related to a tender scam. He has been in custody since then. During his tenure as Minister of Food Supplies, large-scale irregularities were reported in labor and transportation tenders in Punjab's mandis.
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IndiaDec 20, 2024

Om Prakash Chautala passes away

Om Prakash Chautala, a close associate of the late Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal and a former Chief Minister of Haryana, has passed away at the age of 89, just 10 days shy of his 90th birthday. The Haryana government has announced three days of official mourning in the state following the demise of Om Prakash Chautala. His last rites will be performed with state honours on December 21. Leaders from across the country, including Punjab, have expressed their grief over his passing. Sukhbir Badal described OP Chautala as a leader who fought for the welfare of farmers and the underpri
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IndiaDec 19, 2024

Admit Jagjit Dallewal to the hospital: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court of India on Thursday criticized the Punjab government for failing to conduct a medical examination of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, despite doctors indicating his deteriorating health. The court has directed the state government to admit Dallewal to a hospital immediately. A bench comprising Justice Surya Kant and Justice Ujjal Bhuiyan questioned the apparent neglect, asking why the issue was being ignored. The court has also sought Dallewal's medical report. Addressing Advocate General Gurminder Singh, the bench stated that while the government claims he is fine, t
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IndiaDec 18, 2024

Bibi Jagir Kaur Demands Strict Action Against Harjinder Singh Dhami

Former SGPC president Bibi Jagir Kaur has called for strict action against current SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami over alleged derogatory remarks made against her. She stated that Dhami has disrespected the SGPC's position and should not go unpunished. The Punjab State Women's Commission summoned Bibi Jagir Kaur today to present her side of the matter. Commission Chairperson Raj Lali Gill mentioned that necessary action will be taken after obtaining legal advice. Bibi Jagir Kaur emphasized that it is the Women's Commission's responsibility to take legal action in this matter and has for

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BCOct 26, 2026

David Eby Wins Vancouver-Point Grey by Just 538 Votes; Dallas Brodie Finishes Last

Former British Columbia Premier David Eby won his Vancouver-Point Grey seat by a narrow margin of 538 votes in the latest provincial election. According to preliminary figures from Elections BC, Eby received 7,811 votes, compared with 7,273 votes for his Conservative rival, Alex McMillan. Eby has represented the riding since 2013. In the 2024 election, he defeated his Conservative opponent by approximately 4,900 votes. Meanwhile, Dallas Brodie, leader of the OneBC Party, received just 805 votes in Vancouver-Quilchena, finishing last in the riding. Conservative candidate Carson Binda won the se
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IndiaOct 26, 2026

Punjab CM’s OSD Rajbir Singh Ghuman Appears Before CBI Again in Alleged Corruption Case

Rajbir Singh Ghuman, Officer on Special Duty (OSD) attached to the Punjab Chief Minister’s camp office, appeared before the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) at its zonal office in Chandigarh on Monday in connection with an alleged corruption case. Ghuman arrived at the office at around 2:30 p.m. and came out at approximately 7:30 p.m. after questioning. His legal representatives remained present outside the office during the proceedings. The CBI has summoned him again for questioning on Tuesday. Speaking to reporters after the questioning, Ghuman said the CBI had asked him around 40 to
BCOct 26, 2026

B.C. Provincial Election Turnout Hits 30-Year Low at 48.14%

Voter turnout in British Columbia’s provincial election has dropped to its lowest level in at least 30 years. According to preliminary figures from Elections BC, only 48.14 per cent of registered voters cast their ballots this time, down from 53.86 per cent in the 2020 election held during the COVID-19 pandemic and 58.45 per cent in 2024. Experts believe the sharp decline may be linked to former Premier David Eby’s decision to call a snap election two years ahead of schedule, as well as the timing of municipal elections around the same period. According to the report, the B.C. NDP received
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CanadaOct 26, 2026

Mark Carney Meets Premiers and First Nations Leaders Ahead of Federal Budget

Prime Minister Mark Carney held a high-level meeting with premiers and First Nations leaders in Ottawa today ahead of the upcoming federal budget, aiming to address obstacles and opposition that could delay major projects. During the meeting, Carney pledged greater support for Indigenous communities and promised to build stronger partnerships with them. It was the first time in two decades that federal, provincial and First Nations leaders had gathered at the same table for direct discussions on key national issues. Carney said his government would announce new measures for First Nations in th
BCOct 26, 2026

BC Greens Retain Two Seats Despite Increase in Vote Share

The BC Greens have retained two seats in the provincial election, despite an increase in their overall vote share. Preliminary results show the party received approximately 23,000 more votes than in 2024. However, it failed to increase its seat count beyond the two seats it held before the snap election. Party leader Emily Lowan won in Saanich North and the Islands, while Jeremy Valeriote was re-elected in West Vancouver–Sea to Sky. Speaking to the media, Lowan acknowledged that making the Green Party's voice heard in the legislature would be a major challenge. However, she said the party wo