CORRUPTION IN PUNJAB POLICE
Punjab middleman's chats reveal 'payoffs' to 3 IAS & 1 IPS officer
The Enforcement Directorate is probing alleged cash dealings between Punjab-based intermediary Kirshanu Sharda and serving and retired public servants after recovering encrypted WhatsApp chats from his phone.
Punjab poll shake-up: 3 AAP MLAs join BJP to give Kejriwal's party a jolt before 2027 elections
Three former leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party resigned and joined the Bharatiya Janata Party recently. Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra and Chetan Singh Jouramajra left AAP due to dissatisfaction over candidate selections. Kunwar Vijay Pratap Singh also resigned from his seat in the Punjab Legislative Assembly. The recent actions highlight growing dissent within AAP as they prepare for upcoming elections.
Supreme Court bars coercive steps against Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's aide in corruption case
A division bench comprising Justices M M Sundresh and Prasanna B Varale issued notice on the Punjab government's petition challenging a Punjab and Haryana High Court order directing the CBI to register a case and investigate allegations of corruption involving Ghuman and others.
Supreme Court bars coercive action by CBI against people linked to Punjab govt
The Supreme Court of India has prevented the CBI from taking coercive action against Punjab government officials. This directive follows a plea from the Punjab government seeking a stay on a previous high court order. The high court had directed the CBI to investigate alleged corruption involving cash for transfers and favorable policies. The Punjab government argues that the investigation process violates legal protocols intended for public servants.
SC adjourns hearing on Punjab govt's plea against HC order for CBI probe into corruption charges
The Supreme Court has postponed the hearing regarding the Punjab government's appeal concerning a high court ruling. This ruling directs the Central Bureau of Investigation to investigate corruption allegations linked to the AAP-led government. Senior advocate Vikas Singh represented the Punjab government during the proceedings. The state government argues that the high court's direction lacks lawful basis and procedural correctness.
CBI files FIR, searches sites linked to Bhagwant Mann campers; ED summons CM's bro-in-law
CBI action follows high court order on 'graft' around Punjab CMO; ED summons Amardeep Grewal on Friday after he seeks adjournment.
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BJP will dismantle entire drug network within 6 months if voted to power in Punjab: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday attacked the AAP government in Punjab over the drug menace, alleging it had failed to meet its earlier deadlines to curb the problem. At a BJP event in Talwandi Sabo, Chouhan promised the party would dismantle the entire drug network within six months if elected.
Three sisters of jailed Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan arrested
Pakistani police have arrested three sisters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The sisters were taken into custody and sent to Kot Lakhpat Jail. Their detention is for thirty days under a public order law. Khan's party has announced a protest for September twenty-seventh. Information Minister Tarar stated the protest call is illegal and will be stopped.
BJP announces 4 'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatras'; Nitin Nabin to flag off first on September 18
The BJP will launch four statewide drug-free Punjab yatras across all constituencies. These yatras aim to mobilize people and turn the fight against drugs into a mass movement. Party chief Nitin Nabin will flag off the first yatra on September 18 from Madhopur. The yatras will focus on drugs, law and order, and corruption issues. The party plans to contest all 117 assembly seats in upcoming polls.
Raghav Chadha's name deleted from Punjab voter roll, Rajya Sabha MP alleges 'political vendetta'
Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha alleges political vendetta by the Punjab government. His name was marked as 'shifted' in the state's draft electoral roll. Chadha claims AAP-appointed officials are responsible for this action. He cites ECI guidelines for public representatives which were allegedly violated. The final electoral rolls will be published in October 2026.
"Serious allegations": SAD's Harsimrat Badal on NHRC notice to Bhagwant Mann's wife
The National Human Rights Commission has intervened in serious allegations against the Punjab Chief Minister's wife. These allegations involve an attempt to suppress a rape case for a bribe. The commission has directed the Punjab Chief Secretary and DGP to investigate. An Action Taken Report is expected within two weeks from the authorities. Further action will proceed after the commission receives the submitted report.
ACB seeks 14-day judicial custody of former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain
The Anti-Corruption Branch seeks judicial custody for Satyendar Jain and others. This case involves alleged corruption in Delhi Jal Board sewage plant tenders. Jain's lawyer argued his client's arrest lacked justification and a bail plea is planned. Udit Prakash Rai's counsel also challenged his client's arrest, noting his current posting. The case stems from a May 2024 complaint regarding large-scale tender irregularities.
BJP accuses Arvind Kejriwal of vendetta politics over FIR against former AAP MP Sandeep Pathak
The Bharatiya Janata Party has accused the Aam Aadmi Party of political vendetta. The BJP claims the Punjab Police is being misused against Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak. Pathak recently joined the BJP with six other AAP MPs. The BJP alleges a collapse in Punjab's law and order. They state this action reflects misplaced priorities by the AAP government.
Bathinda on alert as Punjab Police block entry points, use tear gas to stop Bharatiya Kisan Union protest
Bharatiya Kisan Union Protest: Security forces tightened their grip on Bathinda on Friday. Police blocked entry points to prevent Bharatiya Kisan Union members from protesting. Tear gas was used to disperse farmers attempting to breach security. The measures aimed to maintain order and traffic flow. Approximately 1500 personnel were deployed. No violence has been reported so far.
Punjab govt reinstates two senior officers months after suspending them over corruption charges
The Punjab government reinstated two senior Vigilance Bureau officers, reversing their suspension over alleged corruption, a move criticized by the opposition. Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa questioned the government's motives, suggesting political intimidation. The government has not yet provided an explanation for the reinstatement or addressed the initial corruption charges.
Pak court grants permission to police to arrest Imran Khan in May 9 riot case
An investigation team would be sent to Attock Jail to investigate the PTI chairman. The team would submit its report to the court, the report said quoting police sources. The sources said for the time being Khan's arrest in the arson case would be kept on hold. Pakistan saw massive nationwide anti-government protests following the arrest of Khan by paramilitary Rangers in a corruption case on May 9. Khan was later released on bail.
Imran Khan's party President Parvez Elahi arrested from outside his home in Lahore
Joining the list of arrested leaders, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) President Parvez Elahi was arrested by anti-corruption officials from Lahore outside his home on Thursday, Geo News reported.
PTI chief Imran Khan's supporters attack PM Shehbaz Sharif's house
Before reaching the prime minister's residence, the mob attacked the ruling PML-N Secretariat in Model Town, torching the vehicles parked over there. They also put the barriers there on fire. Police said that the protesters set on fire 14 government installations/buildings and 21 police vehicles in Punjab during the last two days -- Tuesday and Wednesday.
Pak Army deployed in Islamabad, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan to contain violent protests
As many as 10 companies of the army have been requested to be deployed in the province of 120 million to control the situation. The federal government has approved deployment of the Army in Punjab.
Sidhu Moose Wala murder: FIR registered against unknown persons
Notably, CCTV footage has emerged on social media which shows two cars trailing Sidhu Moose Wala's vehicle moments before he was shot dead in Mansa. The video, however, is not verified by the state police yet.
75% households feel corruption went up, 27% say paid bribe: Study
People had to pay a bribe even for getting basic identification documents as seven per cent paid a bribe to get an Aadhaar card and three per cent to get a voter ID card, the report said.
AAP leader hits out at Navjot Singh Sidhu for joining 'anti-Punjab' forces
Sidhu's wife Navjot Kaur was the chief parliamentary secretary who never came out of the government.
Nawaz Sharif pursuing Narendra Modi's interests in Pakistan: Imran Khan
Imran asserted that "everybody knows" that sacked Information Minister Pervaiz Rashid cannot leak sensitive information to the media on his own.
Only we have antidote to corruption, says Arvind Kejriwal, draws ire of rivals
Stepping up his attack on the Punjab government, AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal today said only his party had the "antidote" to corruption.
Poke Me: Centre should talk to the Akalis to defuse the situation in Punjab
The Sikh militants who fought for ‘Khalistan’ had never chosen the suicide option except in the one solitary instance of the murder of chief minister Beant Singh.
Islam will 'grow better' during our regime, J&K BJP vice-president says
"The stand of BJP is categorically clear that we will involve all and debate on the subject and let the people decide whether it has been beneficial to the state or not."
Lokpal not a solution to eliminate corruption: Sukhbir Badal
"Administrative reforms departments should be set up at Central and state level in the country to change the system by removing obsolete rules," he said.
India against corruption: Anna Hazare's support swell in Punjab, Haryana
Support to Gandhian Anna Hazare in his crusade against corruption today spread across Punjab, Haryana and their joint capital Chandigarh with people from different walks of life continuing their demonstrations for the third consecutive day.
Notice to state on Virk's extension order
Supreme Court issued notice to the Maharashtra government on a petition challenging its appointment of SS Virk as the state police chief despite his controversial service record and a corruption case pending against him in Punjab.
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