Harpreet Singh, Brother of Pro-Khalistani Leader Amritpal Singh, Arrested with Drugs

Phillaur: Harpreet Singh, the elder brother of Khadoor Sahib MP and jailed pro-Khalistani leader Amritpal Singh, was apprehended on Thursday evening with 5 grams of methamphetamine (ICE) in Phillaur. The Jalandhar Rural Police arrested Harpreet Singh and another individual, Lovepreet Singh alias Luv, while they were en route to Ludhiana. Radical Sikh preacher Amritpal Singh has been detained under the National Security Act (NSA) at Dibrugarh jail in Assam along with nine of his accomplices since April last year. Amritpal Singh, a radical Sikh preacher, has been detained under the National Security Act (NSA) at Dibrugarh jail in Assam along with nine of his accomplices since April last year. He fought the 2024 Lok Sabha elections as an independent from the Khadoor Sahib seat and defeated Congress candidate Kulbir Singh Zira by nearly two lakh votes. The pro-Khalistani leader heads the 'Waris Punjab De' outfit and has styled himself after slain Khalistani militant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale. https://doonmozaic.in/punjab-drug-menace-2024/ Reaction to the…

Arvind Kejriwal Health Controversy: ED Alleges Manipulation, Tihar Jail Report Raises Questions

In a recent twist to the ongoing saga between Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and the Enforcement Directorate (ED), fresh allegations have surfaced regarding Kejriwal's health and treatment during his incarceration in Tihar jail. The ED has claimed that Kejriwal is deliberately spiking his blood sugar levels by consuming high-sugar foods like mangoes, sweets, and tea with sugar, in an attempt to garner sympathy from the court and secure bail. However, Kejriwal's legal team has vehemently denied these allegations, stating that he has been following a prescribed diet chart and using artificial sweeteners in his tea. They argue that the ED's claims are baseless and politically motivated. Amidst these allegations, the Tihar jail authorities have submitted a report to the Delhi Lieutenant Governor, asserting that Kejriwal's blood sugar levels are not alarming and that he has not been denied insulin. The report suggests that Kejriwal was on an insulin-reversal program prior to his arrest and had stopped taking insulin months…

Torrential Rains Cause Devastation in Uttarakhand: A Call for Resilience and Preparedness

The serene landscapes of Uttarakhand, often referred to as Devbhoomi (Land of the Gods), have once again been struck by the fury of nature. In a tragic turn of events, twelve people lost their lives, and six others were injured as heavy overnight rains triggered flooding, landslides, and house collapses across the state. The disaster has left a trail of destruction, bringing life to a standstill in many parts of the region. The Impact of the Torrential Rains The heavy rains, which began on Wednesday night, have wreaked havoc in several districts, with Haridwar, Tehri, Dehradun, and Chamoli being the worst affected. The Disaster Control Room reported that a seven-year-old child was swept away by a swollen stream in Haldwani, Nainital district, and remains missing. In Dehradun, two individuals, Sundar Singh and Arjun Singh Rana, were swept away by an overflowing seasonal canal near the Ordnance Factory in the Raipur area. Their bodies were later recovered by rescue teams. The…

Shashi Tharoor Takes on Politics, Religion, and Media Narratives

Shashi Tharoor Not Invited to Ayodhya Event Introduction:The upcoming Ram Temple idol installation ceremony in Ayodhya on January 22 has sparked discussions about the religious event and the intersection of politics, religion, and media attention. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's revelation that he wasn't invited has added a new dimension to the discourse. Shashi Tharoor's Perspective:Shashi Tharoor took to X to express that he hadn't received an invitation for the Ayodhya event. In a subtle jab at the BJP, he emphasized his belief in viewing religion as a personal attribute, not to be exploited for political gains. "I saw religion as a personal attribute and not one for political (mis)use," Tharoor stated, subtly questioning the intertwining of religion and politics. Media's Role:Tharoor also criticized the media for amplifying the event, accusing it of playing into the hands of those seeking political benefits. He asserted that major news coverage of the ceremony was distracting the public from pressing governance issues. "I also…

PM Modi Inaugurates Sudarshan Setu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate Sudarshan Setu, also known as the Signature Bridge, on Sunday. This landmark infrastructure project, situated in the Gulf of Kutch, connects mainland Gujarat with Bet Dwarka island off the Okha coast in Devbhumi Dwarka. The Sudarshan Setu, India's longest cable-stayed bridge, stretches over 4,772 meters, with a 900-meter-long cable-stayed section. Funded by the Union government at a cost of Rs 978 crore, the bridge marks Gujarat's first sea-link project. Its construction aims to provide all-weather road connectivity to Bet Dwarka, enhancing transportation between the island and the mainland. Supported by 32 piers and featuring seven cable-stayed spans, the bridge boasts a four-lane carriageway and walkways on either side adorned with verses from the Bhagavad Gita and images of Lord Krishna. Notably, solar panels form the roof of these walkways, adding a sustainable element to the project. Constructed as part of National Highway 51, managed by the NH division of Gujarat's roads and…

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