Indian political leaders, including Rijiju and Rahul Gandhi, engaged in a public debate on social media regarding the women's quota and delimitation bills. The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) also announced its support for both bills after a meeting between Sukhbir Singh Badal and Prime Minister Modi.
The issue of sacrilege incidents in Punjab continues to be a significant political challenge, affecting the Bhagwant Mann government and reshaping the state's political landscape.
Shiromani Akali Dal leader Dalvir Singh Kala was shot and injured by an assailant near his shop in Punjab's Mansa district on Monday evening and has been hospitalized, with police investigating the incident.
Sukhbir Badal announced that the Akali Dal will screen the film 'Satluj' across Punjab. He stated that the movie highlights the 'inhuman torture and sacrifice' of a painful era, aiming to reveal its truth.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has alleged that the Congress, BJP, and Akali Dal have formed a political alliance to target Punjab's Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. AAP claims this alliance aims to undermine Mann's administration.
The political rivalry between AAP and Akali Dal has intensified in Punjab, as Sukhbir Badal launched a 'Dharam Yudh Morcha' against Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.
Dakha MLA Manpreet Singh Ayali, a rebel from Akali Dal, has joined the Amritpal Singh-led Waris Punjab De party, significantly boosting its ambitions in the crucial Malwa belt.
Police raided the home of Akali Dal leader Bikram Majithia in connection with a case stemming from an incident where he allegedly stormed a police station. The Amritsar Rural SSP was also transferred the day after the incident.
Punjab is witnessing significant multi-directional political activity and churn, particularly amidst speculation regarding a potential alliance between the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has launched the BJP's campaign for the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections, ruling out an alliance revival with Akali Dal and declaring the BJP will contest independently to form its own government, while also vowing an anti-conversion law and drug-free state.
The 'retirement' of priest Raghbir Singh deepens an ongoing power struggle within the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) and the Akali Dal.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent meeting with Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal has ignited discussions and speculation about a potential revival of the BJP-SAD political alliance in Punjab.
Akali Dal leader Parambans Singh Bunty Romana was reportedly denied entry into Canada and subsequently sent back. The reasons for his denial of entry were not specified in the article.
The father of a Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) worker has filed a contempt petition, alleging that Punjab Police and jail authorities defied a high court order.
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The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) achieved a dominant victory in the Punjab civic body elections, securing over 48% of the wards and taking control of the Mohali Municipal Corporation for the first time. These results are widely seen as a significant indicator of political alignment ahead of the 2027 state assembly elections, with Congress finishing a distant second and BJP improving its tally.
An article revisits the political crisis involving the Akali Dal party, which occurred 40 years ago on May 5, 1986, detailing its historical significance.
Allegations of power theft at a Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) rally were made by Mann, but a subsequent investigation by the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) team failed to find any evidence.
A High Court-ordered repoll in Punjab concluded with high drama, as the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) successfully retained the Baghapurana Block Samiti chair, while the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) lost both its posts.
Sukhbir Singh Badal, leader of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), announced the 'Akali Ghar Wapsi' as he welcomed the Hoshiarpur unit of Punar Surjit Dal back into the SAD fold.
A one-on-one meeting between Prime Minister Modi and Sukhbir Badal at the PM's Office has sparked speculation about a potential reunion between the BJP and Akali Dal for the upcoming Punjab polls, years after their split in 2020.
Screenings related to the Satluj river by the Akali Dal have drawn criticism from a minister, who described the actions as 'playing with fire.' A journalist noted that the controversy has only amplified public curiosity about the issue.
The ban on Diljit Dosanjh's movie 'Satluj' has triggered a political row, with the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) and the Shiromani Akali Dal supporting the film.
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BJP President Nitin Nabin has commenced his Punjab tour with an eye on the 2027 elections, promising a drug-free state under a 'double-engine' BJP government. This visit comes as Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) workers are staging statewide protests, accusing the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) of circulating a 'fake' video to defame Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.
Hardeep Singh Puri stated that the BJP will not accept a 'younger brother' role in any potential alliance with the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) ahead of the Punjab polls. This declaration addresses speculation about a renewed partnership between the two parties.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has commented on a potential reunion between the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), describing it as a 'desperate bid to regain power'.
A split within the Akali Dal party is seen as a significant hurdle for the upcoming 2027 Punjab polls, following the dissolution of its long-standing alliance with the BJP.
Civic polls in Bengaluru are set to take place between June 14 and 24, as announced by the State Election Commissioner. The Akali Dal party has confirmed its participation, stating it will contest on its party symbol.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Punjab is reportedly facing more defections, with Akali Dal claiming two MPs are set to leave, following a recent split in the Rajya Sabha.
Makhan Brar, son of veteran Akali leader Tota Singh, has resigned from a rebel faction, claiming a conspiracy by central agencies and AAP to weaken the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD).
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Sukhanand was gheraoed and subsequently evacuated by police in Punjab, as the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) accused the ruling party of 'stealing' the block samiti chief poll in Baghapurana.
The Punjab Assembly passed its budget, with the Congress and BJP parties staying away from the session. The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) party, however, praised the budget.
Akali Dal has appealed to the Punjab Governor to intervene and halt the expansion of the Mohali Aerotropolis project, citing concerns over potential land grabs.
Talking to media persons, CM said under ‘Meri Rasoi Yojna’, 40 lakh families will receive free quarterly food kits starting April, in addition to wheat provided under the National Food Security Act.