Bhagwant Mann

Punjab Chief Minister bhagwant mann again failed to appear in court for a criminal defamation case, prompting the judge to warn that his bail would be canceled if he doesn't appear on May 1. Mann, who last attended court in October 2022, faces charges filed in 2019 by ex-MLA Nazar Singh Manshahia over alleged accusations of bribery.

Two First Information Reports have been lodged against Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak in Punjab, following his recent switch from the Aam Aadmi Party to the BJP. While official details of the charges remain undisclosed, the registrations occurred shortly after his defection, amidst escalating political realignments in the state. Further information is anticipated.

Punjab CM bhagwant mann linked recent blasts in Amritsar and Jalandhar to BJP's election strategy, while police investigate the incidents. A suspected explosion occurred near Amritsar's Khasa cantonment, and a scooter blast injured a delivery worker in Jalandhar, with the Khalistan Liberation Army claiming responsibility. Investigations are ongoing, with forensic reports awaited.

Raghav Chadha accused the AAP-led Punjab government of a "dirty game of vendetta" against defectors joining the BJP, fearing fabricated cases. Punjab CM bhagwant mann countered, stating no one is above the law and that joining the BJP won't grant immunity. Mann assured the President that legal processes would proceed against those facing allegations.

This development comes after CM Mann left for his meeting with President Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in the national capital later in the day. He will raise the issue of recent merger of seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs into BJP, which included the likes of Raghav Chadha, Harbhajan Singh, Ashok Mittal, Sandeep Pathak, Rajinder Gupta, Vikram Sahney and Swati Maliwal.

Punjab Chief Minister bhagwant mann is seeking a meeting with President Murmu to recall seven Rajya Sabha MPs who defected from AAP. A minister questioned the authenticity of two signatures on the defection letter, suggesting a potential forgery. The party argues these defections betray the mandate and undermine democracy, seeking a constitutional precedent for removal.

Punjab's political landscape is heating up as rival factions, led by AAP MP Raghav Chadha and CM bhagwant mann, are set to meet the President. The dispute centers on alleged defections and police actions, with Chadha planning to highlight a "political vendetta" following FIRs against fellow MP Sandeep Pathak. BJP has also voiced concerns over alleged retaliation.

Punjab Chief Minister bhagwant mann fiercely criticized seven Rajya Sabha MPs who switched to the BJP, labeling them "traitors." He likened their defection to a domestic betrayal, suggesting their proximity to the BJP at the Centre led to their move.

Punjab Chief Minister bhagwant mann will meet President Droupadi Murmu on May 5. The meeting concerns seven Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MPs who have merged with the Bharatiya Janata Party. Mann seeks to discuss the recall of these MPs. The Rajya Sabha Chairman has officially accepted the merger. This reduces the Aam Aadmi Party's strength in the Upper House.

Punjab's May Day assembly session erupted in chaos after Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira accused Chief Minister bhagwant mann of attending the House drunk. Opposition parties, including Congress, BJP, and SAD, demanded alcometer tests and the CM's resignation, leading to a walkout and subsequent adjournment.

Twin explosions in Punjab's Jalandhar and Amritsar have sparked political debate, with former Union minister Farooq Abdullah downplaying the incidents and Punjab CM bhagwant mann accusing the BJP of fear-mongering. The NIA is assisting in the investigation of the blasts, which caused property damage but no casualties.

The Aam Aadmi Party government in Punjab moved a confidence motion in the state assembly following the defection of seven MPs to the BJP. Chief Minister bhagwant mann asserted the party's strength and national presence, aiming to dispel rumors of instability. AAP holds a significant majority in the 117-member assembly.

BJP has sharply criticised Arvind Kejriwal, labelling him the "Rahman Dakait of Delhi" and accusing him of lavish living. BJP leader Parvesh Verma alleged Kejriwal built a "Sheesh Mahal 2" while Delhi suffered during the Covid wave and has now moved into a luxurious bungalow, abandoning his image of simplicity.

Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak stated he has not received information about FIRs filed against him, suspecting political misuse. Punjab Police registered two non-bailable FIRs against Pathak after he switched from AAP to BJP. BJP and SAD leaders condemned the actions as political vendetta.