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Insights into Rajiv Gandhi’s Tenure: Mani Shankar Aiyar’s Perspective Mani Shankar Aiyar, a distinguished diplomat-turned-politician, has long been associated with the Indian National Congress and the legacy of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi. Aiyar’s recent reflections offer a nuanced perspective on Gandhi’s leadership, shedding light on pivotal decisions and moments that have shaped India’s political … Read more
Liquor Prices Rise as Unveils Punjab Excise Policy 2025-26 Punjab’s government has unveiled its excise policy for the fiscal year 2025-26, aiming to bolster state revenue through strategic adjustments in the liquor sector. The policy targets an ambitious ₹11,020 crore in revenue, marking an increase of ₹874 crore from the previous year’s projections. Reduction in … Read more
Chief Minister Mann Intensifies War on Punjab Anti Drug Campaign Punjab’s government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has initiated a comprehensive and aggressive campaign to combat drug peddling within the state. This decisive action, spearheaded by Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, aims to eradicate the pervasive drug menace and restore safety and … Read more
Kejriwal Faces Allegations Corruption Scandal and Rajya Sabha Rumors Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal finds himself at the center of a political storm, facing serious corruption allegations while simultaneously dismissing rumors about his potential entry into the Rajya Sabha. These developments have sparked intense debates in political circles, raising questions about the future trajectory of … Read more
Rana Gurjit Singh Raises Concern Over the Rise of Fake Milk The alarming issue of fake milk production has once again been brought to the forefront, with Punjab politician Rana Gurjit Singh raising serious concerns over its impact on public health. Addressing the Punjab Assembly, he emphasized the need for strict regulations and immediate action … Read more
Punjab Launches E-Sanad Portal to Streamline NRI Document Verification In a landmark move aimed at easing the document verification process for Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Punjabis, the Government of Punjab, under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, has successfully operationalized the E-Sanad portal. Launched in September 2024, this digital platform allows NRIs to … Read more
Punjab CEO Directs Political Parties to Appoint BLAs for Accuracy In a concerted effort to enhance the accuracy and transparency of the electoral process, Punjab’s Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Sibin C, has issued a directive to all recognized political parties in the state. The directive mandates the appointment of Booth Level Agents (BLAs) by February … Read more
Rajiv Kumar Retires as CEC – Timing of Allegations and Petitions One of the key concerns raised by Rajiv Kumar was the timing of various petitions and allegations against the Election Commission. He questioned why doubts over electoral processes were often raised right before elections, suggesting that such actions aimed to discredit the Commission and … Read more
Amritpal Singh Family Allegedly Under House Arrest Amid Protest Plans On January 7, security forces were deployed outside the residence of Independent MP Amritpal Singh in Amritsar, Punjab, following reports that his family was allegedly under house arrest. This action was taken amid speculation regarding their involvement in the ‘Quomi Insaaf Morcha,’ a protest advocating … Read more
Justin Trudeau Faces Political Crisis Amid Calls for Resignation Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is confronting one of the most turbulent periods of his political career, facing mounting pressure to resign amid growing dissatisfaction within his Liberal Party. With economic challenges, internal rifts, and strained international relations dominating headlines, Trudeau’s leadership is under intense scrutiny. … Read more