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"Cannot expect justice for Sidhu Moosewala from a government where...": Punjab Congress Chief's attack on AAP govt in state
Moosewala was murdered on May 29, 2022, in the Mansa village of Punjab. According to the police, the assailants fired several bullets at him. He was also active in politics. He had fought Punjab assembly polls from Mansa on a Congress ticket but was defeated.
Netas join public at home museum of Moosewala amid polls
On the second death anniversary of Punjabi rapper Sidhu Moosewala, fans flock to Moosa village in Mansa district, where he was shot dead. The village has turned into a pilgrimage site, with shops selling merchandise featuring Moosewala. Residents have set up shops to sell his merchandise, which remains in high demand. Moosewala has become a cult figure, and his popularity has surged since his death, with fans considering him a "martyr."
In Punjab, drug problem 'exists even today, increasing', says Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi, addressing a rally in Ludhiana, highlighted the Congress's promises for Punjab, including the Mahalakshmi scheme and farm loan waivers. He also emphasized the need for strict action against the drug problem in Punjab, which he said was increasing. Gandhi criticized the BJP government, accusing it of wanting to change or scrap the Constitution if it wins the election and of benefiting big businesses at the expense of small traders and businesses. He also criticized the Agnipath scheme, calling it an insult to the army, and promised to repeal it if Congress comes to power.
Rahul Gandhi pays tribute to Sidhu Moose Wala on Punjabi singer's death anniversary
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi while campaigning in Punjab ahead of last phase of 18th Lok Sabha was seen paying tribute to Sidhu Moosewala on death anniversary of the Punjabi singer. Ahead of the death anniversary of the late Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala, his village in Punjab's Mansa district honored the cherished artist with statues, busts, and photographs. However, considering the ongoing elections and the high temperatures, Sidhu Moosewala's father, Balkaur Singh, opted for a modest program. He urged that only villagers and family members participate in the event.
Punjab govt asks Health Secy why CM Bhagwant Mann wasn't informed about details sought from Moosewala family
The Punjab government issued a show cause notice to State Principal Health Secretary Ajoy Sharma over the IVF treatment sought by Sidhu Moosewala's family without informing CM Bhagwant Mann. The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare had previously sought a report from Punjab regarding the IVF treatment of Sidhu Moosewala's mother, Charan Kaur. Moosewala's father, Balkaur Singh, alleged harassment by the Punjab government following the birth of his second son through IVF, nearly two years after Moosewala's death. Opposition leaders criticized the AAP government for causing distress to the Sidhu family.
Sidhu Moosewala’s parents are expecting their 2nd child; delivery date near
The rapper-singer was shot dead by a group of unknown assailants on 29th May 2022, days before his 29th birthday. About 31 people have been named in the murder case, including gangsters Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldie Brar.
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Govt may extend internet suspension in Punjab areas bordering Haryana
In an order on February 16, the home ministry had directed the shutdown of internet in several districts of Punjab, including Patiala, Sangrur and Fatehgarh Sahib, till February 24. Internet ban by Haryana and Rajasthan in districts bordering Punjab will also see partial modifications, said officials.
Farmers' protest: Home Ministry extends suspension of internet services in parts of Punjab till Feb 24
The ongoing farmers' protest in Punjab continues as internet services remain suspended in certain districts. Talks between farmers and the Centre have been inconclusive. Farmers demand a legal guarantee to MSP, implementation of recommendations, pension, and withdrawal of police cases. Farmers and three Union Ministers will meet on Sunday at 5:30 pm.
Farmers protest: How Delhi Chalo 2.0 is different & which groups are leading it this time
The farmer movement has undergone various splits and formations of new organizations. Sanyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) remains intact but has experienced splinters. Sanyukt Samaj Morcha (SSM) formed and later merged with SKM. Various other groups like BKU (Ekta Ugrahan), BKU (Ekta Sidhupur), BKU (Ekta Dakaunda), Sanyukt Sangharsh Party, SKM (Non-political), and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha have emerged.
Setback for INDIA? Congress plans to contest on all 13 Lok Sabha seats, says Punjab Congress Chief Warring
Replying to a question on contesting the 2024 Lok Sabha polls in alliance with the Aam Aadmi Party in Punjab, he said, "Till now, there is a message from the party high command that you make preparations for contesting all 13 seats." The party leadership has asked for details about those who can contest elections while considering caste combinations and representation to all castes, he said.
Punjab reports 740 fresh incidents of stubble burning
Haryana's Sonipat reported an air quality index (AQI) of 392, followed by 361 in Fatehabad, 352 in Sirsa, 328 in Faridabad, 266 in Jind, 260 in Rohtak, 245 in Bhiwani, 236 in Gurugram and 212 in Kaithal. In Punjab, Bathinda reported AQI at 298, followed by 250 in Rupnagar, 239 in Mandi Gobindgarh, 234 in Ludhiana, 223 in Patiala, 219 in Amritsar, 202 in Jalandhar and 171 in Khanna.
At 3,230, Punjab records maximum farm fires in a day; air quality 'severe' in parts of Haryana
Punjab on Sunday reported 3,230 farm fires, the highest in a day so far this season, while the air quality in large parts of Haryana was recorded in 'very poor' and 'severe' categories. With the 3,230 fresh farm fires, the total number of stubble burning incidents in Punjab so far this season stands at 17,403, according to Punjab Remote Sensing Centre data.
Girls clinch top three spots in Punjab Board Class 10 exam, outshine boys
According to an official statement, with a perfect score of 100 per cent, Gagandeep Kaur of Sant Mohan Das Senior Secondary School in Kot Sukhiya of Faridkot district emerged as the topper in the Class 10 exams. The second rank was secured by her classmate Navjot who scored 648 out of 650 marks.
Farmers block railway tracks in Punjab, trains stranded
In Amritsar district, hundreds of agitating farmers led by Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee (KMSC) leader Sarwan Singh Pandher squatted on the Amritsar-New Delhi railway track in Jandiala town, nearly 25 km from Amritsar.
7 Punjab districts seeing higher fire count than '21
Even as Delhi enters the 'severe' air quality stage amid raging stubble fires in Punjab, the state government told the Centre on Thursday that it is working on reducing the total stubble burning cases by nearly 50% this year -- down to the 35,000-45,000 range against the 71,304 fire counts recorded in 2021.
Punjab sees season's hike in farm fires at 3,634
Out of total 3,634 farm fire incidents on Wednesday, Sangrur saw a whopping 677 cases, the highest number in the state, followed by 395 in Patiala, 342 in Ferozepur, 317 in Bathinda, 278 in Barnala, 198 in Ludhiana, 191 in Mansa, 173 each in Moga and Muktsar and 167 in Faridkot.
6th shooter in Moosewala killing planned to flee India, aide did recce of Salman Khan: Punjab DGP
The sixth shooter in the Sidhu Moosewala killing, who was arrested from the India-Nepal border a day ago, had plans to flee to Dubai using a fake passport, Punjab Police chief Gaurav Yadav said Sunday.
Punjab Police gun down two gangsters involved in Sidhu Moose Wala killing
The skirmish between the gangsters - Jagroop Singh Roopa and Manpreet Singh - and the Punjab Police broke out on Wednesday afternoon. An AK-47 was recovered from them following the encounter.
Lawrence Bishnoi admits to being mastermind in Moosewala killing, says Punjab Police
Shubhdeep Singh Sidhu, also known as Sidhu Moosewala, was shot dead in Punjab's Mansa district on May 29, a day after the Punjab government pruned the security cover of the singer and 423 people temporarily.
Moose Wala killing: Lawrence Bishnoi remanded in 7-day police custody, being quizzed at length
After he was brought him from Delhi, Bishnoi was produced before a court in Mansa district which remanded him into seven-day police custody. As per an official statement issued here on Tuesday evening, Bishnoi has been named as an accused and conspirator in the murder case of the singer.
Moosewala killing: Mansa district bar association decides not to defend accused
The district bar association of Mansa has also appealed to bar associations of Punjab and Haryana not to defend the accused in the Mooselwala murder case.
Moosewala murder: Punjab Police makes first arrest
Famous Punjabi singer and Congress leader Moosewala was shot dead by unidentified assailants on Sunday, a day after the state government pruned his security cover.
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