Topic: Punjab
Sunil Jakhar, Punjab leader from political dynasty that ‘doesn’t come up in everyday conversation’
Congress' Sunil Jakhar, 67, emerged as a dark horse as CM candidate when Amarinder Singh resigned. Had he made the cut, Jakhar would've been Punjab's first Hindu CM since state reorganisation in 1966.
Who are Dalit Sikhs? New Punjab CM Channi’s caste is just one among a complex hierarchy
Caste discourse around Charanjit Channi’s elevation has surprised many, especially as Sikhism espouses equality. But Sikhs have caste hierarchy similar to Hindus.
Was never in CM race, but refused deputy CM chair: Punjab Congress ex-chief Sunil Jakhar
Former MP Sunil Jakhar says Congress needs unity, in the wake of Captain Amarinder Singh’s resignation as CM and the battle that led to Charanjit Channi’s appointment.
Sidhu & Channi will both be face of Congress in 2022 polls, party clarifies after controversy
Congress spokesperson Randeep Singh Surjewala describes Channi's appointment as Punjab CM as historic, and lashes out at BJP & BSP for calling the decision an election stunt.
By declaring both Sidhu and Channi as election face, Congress undoing its own smart politics
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Newly sworn-in Punjab CM Charanjit Singh Channi appeals Centre to repeal ‘black’ farm laws
Channi said his party stands firmly behind farmers agitating against the laws, and he will become the voice of the common people of Punjab and will always remain accessible to them.
PM Modi congratulates new CM Charanjit Channi, says will continue to work with Punjab govt
Congress leader Channi was sworn in as the 16th chief minister of Punjab, making him the first Dalit to hold the top post in the state.
Congress got the messaging right in Punjab but the Gandhis and Sidhu can’t celebrate yet
If Channi succeeds in doing what Amarinder couldn’t do in over four years, it would be difficult for the Gandhis to boot him out. That will trouble Sidhu.
Picking Channi as Punjab CM has restored political canniness back into Congress game
Punjab has been a weathervane of Indian democracy. Congress CM drama over weekend shows good old-fashioned politics is back.
Congress veteran Ambika Soni declines Punjab CM’s post, says only a Sikh should hold it
Ambika Soni had emerged as one of the frontrunners for CM chair after Captain Amarinder Singh resigned, but in a Saturday meeting with Rahul Gandhi, she refused the role.
From would-be employed to badly employed—the group that will lead India’s next mass movement
We have for the first time a group that can spearhead a nation-wide movement for employment.
Sony India signs deal to buy Zee Entertainment, will own 53% of merged entity
Move came after Zee shareholders sought removal of key officials. However, Zee CEO Punit Goenka, whose removal was sought, will lead the merged entity.
Defence
Air Marshal VR Chaudhari appointed as next Chief of Air Staff
Air Marshal Chaudhari, presently serving as Vice Chief of the Air Staff, will take charge after the retirement of Air Chief Marshal Bhadauria on 30 Sept, the defence ministry said.
Modi at 71 has zero challenge. But one CM is emulating him, a divisive, rising BJP star
Yogi has put high command in a tough situation. If he doesn’t win UP next year, it will set back BJP’s prospects in 2024. If he wins, it will be seen as his win as much as theirs.