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In Outreach To Sikhs, AAP Government Makes U-Turn On Extremist's Parole
In March 2026, the Punjab government had written to the Tihar Jail authorities recommending rejection of the parole application of Jagtar Singh Hawara. Now it has made a U-turn.
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Faction Wars: How Internal Rifts Are Shaping Punjab's Polls
With the 2027 assembly elections drawing closer, Punjab's political parties face a common challenge: containing dissidence, uniting their factions and holding together for the campaign ahead.
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Inside Punjab's 'Chief Minister Factory': Who Has Edge In Malwa?
The Malwa belt is dominated by the Jat Sikh landlord community, which makes up 35 to 40 per cent of the electorate.
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Opposition Corners AAP In Punjab Assembly Over Sacrilege Law Demand
High drama unfolded during Zero Hour as Congress MLAs, along with SAD legislators Ganieve Kaur and Manpreet Singh Ayali, accused the AAP government of reneging on its commitment to strengthen the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act, 2026.
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Inside BJP's UP Strategy To Counter Akhilesh Yadav's 'PDA' Push
The BJP believes the Samajwadi Party's (SP) strategy for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly election will revolve around caste-based politics. The same trick won't work for the SP again, they add.
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Rejig Triggers Unease In Punjab BJP, Old Guard Pushes Back
While both incidents stem from different issues, they underscore a common grievance increasingly being voiced within the Punjab BJP -- long-serving party workers believe they are being sidelined.
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"Bring Back Channi" Slogans Interrupt Punjab Congress Chief's Address
The incident has once again brought to the forefront the growing rivalry between different camps within the Punjab Congress
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Opinion | Social Justice, Electoral Math And Battle For UP's Upper Castes
The Cockroach Janta Party's protests at Jantar Mantar have wound down. But the national conversation they reignited - over social justice, equity and merit - hasn't gone anywhere. And Uttar Pradesh, heading into its consequential 2027 assembly election, may be the only state where that conversation collides directly with hard electoral arithmetic. ...
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Protests In Punjab Reach Parliament, Become Challenge For State Government
The protests by power employees, sanitation workers, and Aam Aadmi Clinics workers have become a major political issue, putting pressure on the Bhagwant Mann government.
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Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu Resigns, Likely To Contest Punjab Polls
Ravneet Singh Bittu is likely to contest the assembly election in Punjab, due next year, sources said
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UP Seat-Sharing Buzz As Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi And Akhilesh Yadav Meet
Akhilesh Yadav faces the challenge of preventing Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath from securing a hat-trick of election victories. For this, seat-sharing with the Congress is crucial
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Karnataka Congress Restructuring To Begin Tomorrow: State Party Chief
Hariprasad also dismissed speculation over his possible induction into the Karnataka Cabinet, while asserting that Cabinet formation is the sole prerogative of the chief minister.
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Analysis: Why It Is Challenging To Polarise Hindu Voters In Punjab
Winning over the Hindu electorate in Punjab has always proved highly challenging. Politicians, barring the hardliners, say they do not focus on Hindus and Sikhs separately. But the reality contradicts their assertion.
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With Election On Horizon, Why Punjab Matters More Than Ever For PM Modi
The repeal of the three farm laws, though politically compelled after prolonged protests, also remains a significant chapter in the BJP's attempt to rebuild trust in Punjab.
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Analysis: Congress' 'Equal Partnership' Demand May Exert Pressure On Samajwadi Party
The Congress may demand 150 seats in its proposed alliance with the Samajwadi Party.
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In Outreach To Sikhs, AAP Government Makes U-Turn On Extremist's Parole
In March 2026, the Punjab government had written to the Tihar Jail authorities recommending rejection of the parole application of Jagtar Singh Hawara. Now it has made a U-turn.
-
Faction Wars: How Internal Rifts Are Shaping Punjab's Polls
With the 2027 assembly elections drawing closer, Punjab's political parties face a common challenge: containing dissidence, uniting their factions and holding together for the campaign ahead.
-
Inside Punjab's 'Chief Minister Factory': Who Has Edge In Malwa?
The Malwa belt is dominated by the Jat Sikh landlord community, which makes up 35 to 40 per cent of the electorate.
-
Opposition Corners AAP In Punjab Assembly Over Sacrilege Law Demand
High drama unfolded during Zero Hour as Congress MLAs, along with SAD legislators Ganieve Kaur and Manpreet Singh Ayali, accused the AAP government of reneging on its commitment to strengthen the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act, 2026.
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Inside BJP's UP Strategy To Counter Akhilesh Yadav's 'PDA' Push
The BJP believes the Samajwadi Party's (SP) strategy for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly election will revolve around caste-based politics. The same trick won't work for the SP again, they add.
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Rejig Triggers Unease In Punjab BJP, Old Guard Pushes Back
While both incidents stem from different issues, they underscore a common grievance increasingly being voiced within the Punjab BJP -- long-serving party workers believe they are being sidelined.
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"Bring Back Channi" Slogans Interrupt Punjab Congress Chief's Address
The incident has once again brought to the forefront the growing rivalry between different camps within the Punjab Congress
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Opinion | Social Justice, Electoral Math And Battle For UP's Upper Castes
The Cockroach Janta Party's protests at Jantar Mantar have wound down. But the national conversation they reignited - over social justice, equity and merit - hasn't gone anywhere. And Uttar Pradesh, heading into its consequential 2027 assembly election, may be the only state where that conversation collides directly with hard electoral arithmetic. ...
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Protests In Punjab Reach Parliament, Become Challenge For State Government
The protests by power employees, sanitation workers, and Aam Aadmi Clinics workers have become a major political issue, putting pressure on the Bhagwant Mann government.
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Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu Resigns, Likely To Contest Punjab Polls
Ravneet Singh Bittu is likely to contest the assembly election in Punjab, due next year, sources said
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UP Seat-Sharing Buzz As Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi And Akhilesh Yadav Meet
Akhilesh Yadav faces the challenge of preventing Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath from securing a hat-trick of election victories. For this, seat-sharing with the Congress is crucial
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Karnataka Congress Restructuring To Begin Tomorrow: State Party Chief
Hariprasad also dismissed speculation over his possible induction into the Karnataka Cabinet, while asserting that Cabinet formation is the sole prerogative of the chief minister.
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Analysis: Why It Is Challenging To Polarise Hindu Voters In Punjab
Winning over the Hindu electorate in Punjab has always proved highly challenging. Politicians, barring the hardliners, say they do not focus on Hindus and Sikhs separately. But the reality contradicts their assertion.
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With Election On Horizon, Why Punjab Matters More Than Ever For PM Modi
The repeal of the three farm laws, though politically compelled after prolonged protests, also remains a significant chapter in the BJP's attempt to rebuild trust in Punjab.
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Analysis: Congress' 'Equal Partnership' Demand May Exert Pressure On Samajwadi Party
The Congress may demand 150 seats in its proposed alliance with the Samajwadi Party.
