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Aam Aadmi Party draws flak amid flip-flop on dissolving panchayats in Punjab

AAP govt in Punjab faces backlash for flip-flop on 'panchayats' dissolution. Opposition parties accuse CM Bhagwant Mann of making 'unconstitutional' decision & demand his resignation. Govt withdraws notification & suspends two senior IAS officers, blaming them for the fiasco. Opposition slams govt for making 'bureaucracy' a scapegoat & demands CM's…

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Punjab: Drugs weighing around 2.752 kg seized by police, BSF in Tarn Taran

In a joint operation launched by the Border Security Force (BSF) and the Punjab Police at the outskirts of Mehdipur village in Punjab's Tarn Taran district, drugs weighing around 2.752 Kg were seized. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Punjab’s Nasha Roko Committees: the anti-drug lords

In 47 days since Parwinder Singh ‘Jhota’s arrest, a sit-in has been in progress at the Mansa district admin complex. Supported by thousands from Punjab’s Malwa region, farmer unions, and Nasha Roko Committees, they are protesting the drug problem and lack of faith in police/govt. Parwinder, a former drug user,…

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Punjab’s AAP govt. to withdraw notification on dissolving panchayats

AAP govt in Punjab withdraws decision to dissolve ‘gram panchayats’. Punjab & Haryana HC informed of govt’s decision to withdraw notification. Opp. parties term it a “victory of democracy”.

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Victory of democracy: Punjab Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa on panchayats’ dissolution rollback

CHANDIGARH: Responding to the Aam Aadmi Party-led Punjab government’s decision to roll back its move to dissolve the panchayats, leader of opposition in the state assembly Partap Singh Bajwa termed it a victory of the democratic institutions.

The Times of India

HC notice to Centre, Haryana, advocate general on plea against favoritism/nepotism in selection of law officers

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab and Haryana high court on Thursday issued notice to the Central government, Haryana government and advocate general (AG) Haryana Baldev Raj Mahajan on a plea seeking probe into the alleged irregularities/nepotism into the selections/appointments of law officers in the AG office Haryana.

The Times of India

Court orders attachment of property linked to Khalistan Liberation Force’s “narco-terror” module accused

The NIA had registered the case on January 22, 2020, based on the original first information report (FIR) dated May 31, 2019.

The Hindu

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Punjab police arrest 6 associates of Pakistan-based terrorist Harwinder Singh 'Rinda'; 5 pistols recovered

CHANDIGARH: Punjab police’s Anti-Gangster Task Force(AGTF), in a joint operation with Mohali police, has arrested six associates of the ISI-backed Pakistan-based terrorist Harwinder Singh alias Rinda and recovered five pistols along with ammunition from their possession.

The Times of India

Two detained in connection with pro-Khalistan graffiti at Delhi metro stations

The Delhi Police Special Cell on Thursday detained two persons from Punjab in connection with pro-Khalistan graffiti and slogans painted at more than 5 metro stations in Delhi on August 27. Read further on Dynamite News:

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SC refuses to interfere with Punjab and Haryana HC order staying WFI polls

A Bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Pankaj Mithal asked the petitioner, Andhra Pradesh Amateur Wrestling Association to approach the high court with its grievances.

The Hindu

Christian families in Pakistan pick up pieces after mob attack over 'blasphemy'

On August 16, a Muslim mob attacked a Christian neighbourhood of the Pakistani town of Jaranwala. Homes and churches were burned and ransacked by a crowd of hundreds that tore through the streets of the town in the eastern Punjab province. The attack happened after two Christian brothers were accused…

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Data | Dispute over Unacademy tutor Karan Sangwan’s remark is much ado about nothing

Unacademy recently fired an instructor, Karan Sangwan, for a video in which he discussed voting for educated candidates. The Hindu’s data on the educational qualifications of Members of Parliament (MPs) in the current Lok Sabha reveals that 72% are graduates, less than 0.5% are illiterate or just literate, and 23.5%…

The Hindu

Basmati rice exporters express ‘shock’ over curbs, demand urgent solution

Punjab rice exporters criticize Centre's export restrictions on Basmati rice, citing potential financial losses. Union Commerce Ministry had directed APEDA to register contracts of US$1,200/metric tonne & above. Punjab Rice Millers & Exporters Association seeks meeting to find solution.

The Hindu

12 furnaces inspected, 60 vehicles detained under ongoing spree against tax evaders: Punjab excise and taxation minister Harpal Singh Cheema

CHANDIGARH: In continuance with the on-going special drive to detect the Goods and Services Tax (GST) evasion in iron and steel industry, the mobile wings of Tax department on Monday inspected 12 furnaces and detained 60 vehicles during a surprise operation at Mandi Gobindgarh.

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Neeraj and I are happy to top a sport once dominated by Europeans: Nadeem

Karachi's Arshad Nadeem & India's Neeraj Chopra have a healthy competition for gold at the Paris Olympics. Nadeem won silver at the World Athletics Championship & gold at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games. Both athletes ran a victory lap after the final. Nadeem's journey began in his village in Punjab, where…

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ED freezes ₹6 crore assets of ex-Congress Minister in Punjab

ED seizes ₹6 cr assets in Punjab tender scam case linked to ex-Minister Ashu.

The Hindu

Punjab CM hits back, says not afraid of Governor’s threat to impose President’s Rule in Punjab

Punjab CM Mann says Gov. Purohit's threat to recommend President's Rule an insult to Punjabis; won't bow down.

The Times of India

Immature, unprofessional: Opposition hits out at Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann over confrontation with governor Banwarilal Purohit

CHANDIGARH: Opposition parties on Saturday blamed Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday for his ongoing confrontation with governor Banwarilal Purohit.

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NIA court orders confiscation of property of absconding pro-Khalistan “terrorist”

NIA special court orders confiscation of property belonging to absconding pro-Khalistan terrorist Lakhbir Singh Sandhu alias Landa. He is accused of planning terror attacks, including rocket-propelled grenade attacks and conspiracy to kill Punjab police Sub-Inspector Dilbagh Singh.

The Hindu

Will write to President under Article 356: Punjab Governor to CM

Governor Purohit warns CM Mann to reply to queries or face criminal proceedings for failure of constitutional mechanism in Punjab.

The Hindu

Punjab Tourism Summit to begin on September 11

Punjab Tourism Summit and Travel Mart will be held during September 11-13 in Mohali. The government aims to position Punjab as prime tourist destination by 2030.

The Times of India

Punjab governor Banwarilal Purohit warns CM Bhagwant Mann to respond to his letters or face consequences

CHANDIGARH: Amid the continuing hostility, Punjab governor Banwarilal Purohit on Friday again shot off a strongly-worded letter warning chief minister Bhagwant Mann to respond to his earlier letters besides sending him an action taken report about the rampant availability of drugs in the state before he writes to the President…

Zenger

Distressing Trend Of ‘Reverse Dowry’: Shattering Families And Values

"Reverse dowry" casts a shadow on the purity of marriage in the northwestern Indian region of Punjab.

The Hindu

ED raids ex-Congress Minister Bharat Bhushan Ashu in money laundering probe

ED raids premises linked to ex-Punjab Cabinet Minister Bharat Bhushan Ashu in money laundering probe. 10 premises in Ludhiana being searched under PMLA

The Hindu

Overnight rains throw life out of gear in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab

Heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Chandigarh cause disruption of normal life, resulting in six deaths, damaged roads, vehicles, and buildings. Over 12,000 houses have been damaged, 40 people are missing, and rivers are in spate. Chief Minister urges people to avoid areas prone to flooding and landslides. Schools…

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