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India's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has sent a defamation notice to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. The notice was issued in response to Mann's allegations that the BJP was behind recent blasts in Punjab.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a historic victory in the West Bengal election, leading to the defeat of incumbent Mamata Banerjee and her party. The outcome has prompted discussions on government formation and speculation regarding the next Chief Minister.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann publicly criticized former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MPs for switching to the BJP, accusing them of betrayal. In a show of strength and unity, Mann later led a convoy of 90 MLAs to meet the President, challenging the defectors.
An Indian Express report details the deteriorating relationship between a prominent Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) figure in Punjab and Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, highlighting how their political ties have soured.
The Punjab assembly experienced high drama as the opposition demanded an alcohol test for Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann amidst a trust vote. The day was marked by intense political action and debate.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is scheduled to meet President Murmu on May 5 to address the defection of seven Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MPs to the BJP, seeking their recall to safeguard the people's mandate.
In an interview, Vikramjit Sahney criticizes Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, stating that the state needs a clear vision for its future beyond being merely a food producer.
The day after several MPs defected, Bhagwant Mann inducted Pala Jalalpuria, known as the 'Salman Khan of kabaddi,' into the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in a political move aimed at strengthening the…
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has criticized the central government following raids conducted on Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora.
Raghav Chadha has publicly attacked the Aam Aadmi Party's leadership, asserting 'Silenced, not defeated' after his removal as the party's Rajya Sabha deputy leader, fueling speculation about an internal rift and his diminishing political influence.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann inaugurated a new hospital in a village, which is expected to benefit 50,000 people, and interacted with patients and their families during his visit.
Punjab Chief Minister Mann flagged off 508 new emergency response vehicles, promising police assistance within six minutes, similar to services in the US and Europe.
This article profiles former Punjab Minister Laljit Singh Bhullar, who resigned from his top post at the request of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to ensure an impartial inquiry into a suicide row.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday inaugurated Tata Steel's state-of-the-art scrap-based electric arc furnace built with an investment of nearly Rs 3,200 crore.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann stated that parents have the prerogative to decide on the school for their children, emphasizing their right in educational choices.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann stated that the opposition is frustrated by the AAP's proposed Rs 1,000 scheme for women, believing it signals the party's return to power in 2027.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann comments on the court's relief for Arvind Kejriwal in an excise policy case, stating that the order proves that 'truth always triumphs' and the 'triumph of light is there'.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is reportedly considering defying a 10-day deadline to submit a list of candidates for the Director General of Police (DGP) position.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has announced the 'Meri Rasoi' scheme, which will provide free oil, sugar, and dal to 40 lakh families in the state.
The BJP has sent a legal notice to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, demanding an apology for his remarks allegedly linking the BJP to recent blast incidents in Punjab and accusing him of attempting to tarnish the party's image.
Punjab Congress and BJP have united to criticize Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann over his comments regarding two low-intensity blasts that occurred near the BSF headquarters in Jalandhar and an army cantonment in Amritsar.
Aam Aadmi Party leader Raghav Chadha announced plans to meet President Murmu to raise concerns about alleged 'targeted action' and 'political vendetta' against Members of Parliament who have left the AAP. He claims these MPs, particularly those who switched to the BJP, are being unfairly targeted, and his team is set to meet the President ahead of CM Bhagwant Mann's faction.
Punjab Minister Harpal Cheema addressed allegations against Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, claiming they were a diversion from a land encroachment case linked to Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann faced accusations of being drunk during a session of the Punjab Assembly, leading to chaos and a walkout by Congress members who demanded an alcohol test.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is scheduled to meet President Murmu on May 5 to seek an unprecedented 'recall' of Rajya Sabha members who switched from the AAP to the BJP, despite no constitutional provision for such a recall.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is seeking a meeting with President Murmu to recall seven Rajya Sabha MPs who defected from AAP. A minister also questioned the authenticity of two signatures on the defection letter, suggesting potential forgery.
Raghav Chadha and six other Members of Parliament have resigned from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), causing a significant shake-up within the party. Anti-corruption activist Anna Hazare commented on the departures, while Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann posted a cryptic social media message.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann unveiled projects worth Rs 516 crore in Hoshiarpur and criticized opposition parties, calling Congress and Akalis 'termites that ruined' Punjab.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) previously responded to critics with a 'samosa' jab after a video of Raghav Chadha being 'silenced' went viral. Now, further analysis delves into Chadha's broader drift from the AAP, charting his journey from 'boy wonder' to being termed 'compromised' and discussing the 'samosa-type issues' that highlight the growing rift.
Long before his political career, Bhagwant Mann performed as a 'chaatwala' at the 2006 Screen Awards, a performance that reportedly left Bollywood in splits.
Ahead of the wheat harvest, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has pressed the Central government for an uninterrupted supply of petrol, diesel, and DAP fertilizer.
A minister in Punjab, India, has resigned after being linked to a suicide case, with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann accepting the resignation to ensure an uncompromised investigation, while the minister rejects the allegations as 'false and baseless'.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has demanded royalty from Rajasthan for water supplied since 1960, claiming Rs 1.44 lakh crore in dues under a 1920 tripartite agreement that facilitated water flow through the region.
The Punjab Congress has filed a complaint with the National Commission for Women (NCW) against Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann over alleged 'sexist remarks' made against women.
Punjab Governor Kataria has unexpectedly praised the Bhagwant Mann government, signaling a shift from previous confrontations to a more cooperative stance in the state's political landscape.
A Delhi court has discharged Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia in the excise corruption case, leading to claims of truth triumphing over false accusations. The case involves allegations of irregularities in the Delhi Excise Policy.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is reportedly on a 7-day detox program in Bengaluru.
A bomb threat email targeting Fortis Hospital Mohali and nearby schools prompted a high-security response, with authorities deploying bomb disposal squads. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann was among the patients at the hospital.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has suggested that recent blasts indicate the BJP is preparing for elections, drawing strong reactions from the opposition.
Bhagwant Mann has commenced a statewide Shukrana Yatra following the passage of the anti-sacrilege law.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, successfully won a confidence motion in the Punjab Assembly with a clear majority. This move came amidst allegations of attempts to destabilize the government.
The Congress party has targeted Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann over his scheduled visit to Delhi to meet President Droupadi Murmu, where he is expected to raise concerns about Rajya Sabha MPs defecting to the BJP.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has called for a special Assembly session to be held on May 1.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MPs Raghav Chadha and Swati Maliwal, along with six other lawmakers, have defected to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), leading AAP to initiate disqualification proceedings. This mass defection has significant implications for the party's political standing and raises questions about its future in Delhi.
During his tour of the Netherlands, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann extended an invitation to NXP Semiconductors to set up a research and development center in Mohali, India.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has requested responses from the Centre and Meta regarding the removal of a journalist's Facebook page over content related to Bhagwant Mann.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann criticized AAP leader Raghav Chadha, accusing him of avoiding central issues in Parliament and engaging in "soft PR."
The Punjab-Himachal border blockade has been called off following assurances of talks, though protesters warn of escalation if their demands are ignored. This development follows Punjab's warning to Himachal Pradesh regarding the imposition of entry fees for vehicles.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann rejected Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s offer for a CBI probe into the suicide of a warehousing official, asserting the capability of the Punjab Police to handle the investigation.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann stated that India would have developed very differently if revolutionary Bhagat Singh had been the country's first Prime Minister.
Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday cautioned that the interim India-US trade agreement would open India's agricultural markets to heavily subsidised American produce, which would leave farmers in Punjab and other parts of the country struggling to compete.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab is implementing a significant revenue generation strategy, moving beyond welfare doles to boost the state's financial standing.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has inaugurated the first phase of the reconstruction and relining of the Ferozepur Feeder Canal at Makhu, aiming to strengthen irrigation in the Malwa region.
Bhagwant Mann has publicly criticized the Congress and Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) parties, accusing them of neglecting the education sector.