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Why Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Badal’s jibe at Amritpal signals impending fight for Punjab’s Panthic vote

Out of power for almost a decade, situation is acute for SAD because Amritpal is no longer an individual MP. His outfit is preparing for next year's Punjab elections.

‘I killed him’: In explosive call, Goldy Brar questions ‘martyr’ status of Hardeep Singh Nijjar

Brar also attempts to draw a distinction between himself & Lawrence Bishnoi during call with Paramjit Singh Pamma. ThePrint cannot independently verify authenticity of the clip.

A Rs 5 cr claim, CM’s wife & NHRC: The Punjab ‘rape’ case that has triggered a political storm

National Human Rights Commission has directed Punjab authorities to inquire into the allegation and submit an action taken report within two weeks.

Too many civil servants, too little work: CM Sukhu moves to cut IAS, IPS cadres in HP, save ‘Rs 200 cr’

With a relatively high bureaucratic density and strained state finances, Himachal Pradesh chief minister believes downsizing will save hill state a lot of money.

Between two Punjabs, via Portugal and Brazil: How Shehzad Bhatti’s ‘low-cost’ terror network works

With 200 operatives arrested across 14 states earlier this month, investigators draw picture of a criminal on the run handled by Pakistan’s ISI to drip-feed attacks across India.

Transfer-posting ‘syndicate’: ED sends Punjab top cop a reminder seeking case against CM Mann’s OSD

In a written communication, ED sought registration of a criminal case against Mann’s OSD Rajbir Singh Ghuman and two businessmen close to him.

Behind ticket for Indira assassination convict’s son, Amritpal’s gamble & a challenge for Akalis

Akali Dal (Waris Punjab De), headed by jailed MP Amritpal Singh, came into existence last January, offering a panthic alternative to Shiromani Akali Dal.

From opium addict to global fugitive: The rise, the run and the Jakarta fall of Punjab gangster Billa

Once a village youth battling addiction, Jobanjit Singh alias Billa became a wanted gangster, accused of murder and extortion, who crossed continents on a fake passport before his arrest.

As Modi meets Sachkhand Ballan chief, why Punjab’s largest Dalit dera matters politically

Home to Punjab's largest Ravidasia congregation, the dera has evolved into a symbol of Dalit assertion, religious identity and electoral significance.

The carefully curated selfhood of Diljit Dosanjh

Diljit Dosanjh is politically vague. But his films are clear reminders of Punjab’s wounds

On Camera

Diesel is making a comeback in India. Maybe we were too quick to write it off

Manufacturers such as Mahindra and Tata have a strong diesel portfolio. And the advent of GST 2.0 norms has seen diesel power capture over 18% of the market in July.

Wall Street piles on rate-hike bets as Warsh renews hawkish tone

The dollar rallied and gold fell, while 30-year Treasury yields were little changed, signaling confidence that the Fed will act to contain inflation and keep long-term borrowing costs in check.

India eases defence export rules, cuts procedural burden, expands licence window

At the centre is OGEL framework—a standing, one-time export authorisation that allows eligible defence exporters to generate authorisations for multiple consignments without applying separately for each.

Pakistan’s most embarrassing secret is internationalised. Now cricketing world is looking out for Imran

Given how arrogant and self-loving Imran is, he may not be capable of introspection even in the isolation of Adiala jail. The harsh truth is, he played the same game when it suited him.