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Union Minister Bittu Claims Punjab’s Action Against Farmers Aims to Sabotage Negotiations with the Centre

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1 year ago

March 20, 2025

Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu condemned the Punjab police’s actions against protesting farmers at the Shambhu border, claiming that the crackdown aimed to disrupt ongoing negotiations between the farmer leaders and the Central government.

Bittu stated that he had spoken with Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, who were both dismayed upon learning about the Punjab government’s actions, especially after a productive seventh round of talks with the farmers.

“In my recent conversation with Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Piyush Goyal, they expressed their surprise at the developments, especially since we concluded the seventh round of meetings positively,” Bittu remarked.

He further asserted that the crackdown was intended to thwart the dialogue between the farmers and the Centre, as well as to influence the upcoming Ludhiana West by-election. “The AAP government seems more interested in winning elections than finding a resolution through constructive discussions. They detained farmers simply to secure this election,” Bittu accused.

In a strong rebuke against Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, Bittu claimed that Mann was following the orders of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. “You (Mann) only act according to Kejriwal’s directives. By prioritizing political power, you jeopardize the farmers and the entire state of Punjab. Mark my words, nothing will happen to Kejriwal, but the people of Punjab will not let you set foot in any village,” Bittu remarked.

Late Wednesday night, the Punjab police forcibly removed protesting farmers from the Haryana-Punjab border, detaining several farmer leaders, including Jagjit Singh Dallewal and Sarvan Singh Pandher, head of the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha.

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Jammu University Introduces Fuel-Saving Measures

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16 hours ago

May 14, 2026

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National : The University of Jammu has announced several fuel-saving measures following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. Vice-Chancellor Prof Umesh Rai said the university has decided to conduct all PhD viva voce examinations online to reduce travel and save fuel.

The university will also prefer virtual speakers for national and international conferences. In another step, the Academic Council meeting planned in Poonch has been shifted to the Jammu University campus to avoid unnecessary travel.

Prof Rai said the measures will help save fuel, time and resources. He also encouraged university staff to use bicycles and carpool while travelling to the campus.

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One Year On: Pahalgam Attack Still Haunts the Nation

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3 weeks ago

April 21, 2026

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National: One year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the nation remembers the 26 people who lost their lives. The attack took place on April 22 at Baisaran, a popular tourist spot.

At first, reports said only five people were injured. Later, it became clear that it was one of the worst terror attacks in the region in decades. Terrorists came out of the forest and opened fire on tourists.

Survivors said the attackers separated men from women and children. They then shot the men at close range. Many victims were reportedly targeted after being asked about their religion.

A heartbreaking image of Himanshi Narwal sitting beside her husband’s body became a symbol of the tragedy. Her husband, a naval officer, was among those killed.

The group The Resistance front, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. The case was investigated by the National Investigation Agency.

After months of tracking, security forces launched Operation Mahadev. On July 28, 2025, all three terrorists were killed after a long search operation.

The attack remains a painful memory and a reminder of the need for strong security.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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1 month ago

April 9, 2026

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New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.