Sukhbir Singh Badal
Controversy Erupts Over Alleged Election Rigging Audio in Punjab: Akali Dal Claims, Police Deny
Dec 04, 2025 05:12 pm CST
A political storm has erupted in Punjab as Shiromani Akali Dal President Sukhbir Singh Badal shares an alleged leaked audio recording suggesting a conspiracy to prevent opposition candidates from filing nominations for upcoming local elections. While Badal calls it a "democracy being subverted," Patiala Police firmly deny the authenticity of the recording, claiming it's AI-generated and created with malicious intent during the sensitive electoral period.
Centre's Move to Bring Chandigarh Under Article 240 Sparks Political Uproar in Punjab
Nov 23, 2025 02:28 pm CST
The Indian government's proposal to bring Chandigarh under Article 240 through the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2025 has ignited fierce opposition from Punjab's political leadership across party lines. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and opposition leaders have united against what they describe as an attempt to weaken Punjab's claim over its capital, highlighting the historical tensions surrounding Chandigarh's status as a shared capital between Punjab and Haryana.
Centre Proposes to Include Chandigarh Under Article 240: Punjab Leaders Express Strong Opposition
Nov 23, 2025 11:46 am CST
The Centre's proposal to include Chandigarh under Article 240 of the Constitution through the 131st Amendment Bill has sparked strong opposition from Punjab's political leadership. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, and SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal all condemned the move as an attempt to permanently separate Chandigarh from Punjab, despite historical claims and previous commitments to make it Punjab's capital.
Sikh Driver's Religious Rights Violated: Outrage After Turban Removed During US Court Appearance
Oct 29, 2025 03:04 pm CST
A 21-year-old Indian Sikh truck driver, Jashanpreet Singh, appeared in a California court without his turban after being charged with vehicular manslaughter, sparking outrage in the Sikh community. The incident has led to a petition demanding respect for his religious identity and raised concerns about cultural insensitivity in the American legal system, with community leaders calling for intervention and a fair investigation.