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26 Jun

Mann on Majithia Arrest: No Shield for Drug Offenders, Only Justice for Punjab

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Chandigarh, June 26, 2025 — Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann declared that his government would not protect anyone involved in drug trafficking, reaffirming a zero-tolerance stance in the wake of Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia’s arrest in a ₹540 crore drug money laundering case.Speaking to the media after the arrest, Mann described it as a landmark moment in the state’s ongoing war against drugs. "This is not about politics. This is about justice. No one regardless of influence or position will be spared if found guilty of playing with the future of Punjab’s youth," Mann asserted.Majithia was taken…

26 Jun

Majithia Sent to 7-Day Vigilance Remand in ₹540 Crore Drug Money Laundering Case

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Chandigarh, June 26, 2025 — A Mohali court on Thursday remanded Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia to seven days of vigilance custody, a day after his arrest by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau in connection with an alleged ₹540 crore drug money laundering racket. The case stems from FIR No. 02 of 2021 registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.According to public prosecutor Ferry Sofat, Majithia failed to account for the massive sum, with investigations showing that ₹161 crore in unaccounted cash had been deposited into companies he controlled, ₹141 crore was routed through foreign entities,…

25 Jun

Day 116 of ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’: 153 Smugglers Nabbed, Drugs Seized Across Punjab

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Chandigarh, June 25, 2025 — Punjab Police continues its aggressive crackdown under the ongoing anti-drug mission ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’ as 153 drug smugglers were arrested on the 116th day of operations. The massive state-wide action led to the recovery of 1.8 kg of heroin, 2.4 kg of opium, and ₹28,890 in drug money.The arrests, carried out under the supervision of Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav, took place simultaneously across all 28 police districts. With this latest action, the total number of arrests under the campaign has risen to 19,185 in just 116 days.Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has…

25 Jun

AAP Ministers Question Majithia’s Wealth, Assert Zero Tolerance Policy on Drugs

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Chandigarh, June 25, 2025 — Senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders on Tuesday stepped up their attack on Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majithia following revelations from an ongoing probe into alleged drug money laundering. Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema questioned the source of Majithia’s amassed ₹500 crore wealth, directly linking it to the state’s long-standing drug crisis.“Will Majithia explain if his wealth of ₹500 crore comes from the drug trade?” Cheema asked at a press briefing in Chandigarh, asserting that the AAP government is determined to root out narco-politics from the state. “This is an unprecedented…

25 Jun

DSGMC Executive Board Re-elected Unopposed: A Testament to Unity and Seva

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New Delhi (National Times): In a significant and symbolic development, the Executive Board of the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) has been re-elected unopposed, a rare and commendable instance that reflects deep-rooted unity, mutual trust, and a shared commitment to serve the Panth. The peaceful and uncontested re-election of the board stands as a testament to the collective will of the Sikh leadership in Delhi, placing service (Seva), harmony, and Panthic priorities above political rivalry or factionalism. Newly Elected DSGMC Office Bearers: Harmeet Singh Kalka – President Harvinder Singh K.P. – Vice President Atma Singh Lubana – Junior Vice…

25 Jun

Bikram Singh Majithia Arrested by Punjab Vigilance Bureau in Fresh Disproportionate Assets Case

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Amritsar/Chandigarh (National Times): In a major development with significant political ramifications, the Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) on Wednesday arrested Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader and former state minister Bikram Singh Majithia following raids conducted at his Amritsar residence and multiple other properties across the state. The arrest comes under a fresh FIR registered in a disproportionate assets case. According to senior VB officials, the raids were part of an extensive operation that covered 25 locations across Punjab, including nine sites in Amritsar district alone. The agency stated that the new FIR was the outcome of revelations made during the ongoing…

25 Jun

Bikram Singh Majithia Detained by Vigilance Bureau Amid Ongoing Investigation

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Amritsar (National Times): In a significant political development, Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) senior leader and former Punjab cabinet minister Bikram Singh Majithia was detained by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau on Wednesday morning, following a raid at his residence in Majitha. According to officials, a large team of around 30 Vigilance officers entered Majithia's house early in the day and carried out a search operation lasting several hours. The officers reportedly examined financial and property-related documents before detaining the veteran leader for questioning in an ongoing investigation. Sources suggest that the action is part of an inquiry into alleged disproportionate assets…

25 Jun

Heated Exchange Erupts as Bikram Majithia, Vigilance Bureau Officials Clash Over Alleged “Trespassing” During Raid

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Amritsar (National Times): Tensions flared on Wednesday morning when a team of over 25 officials from the Punjab Vigilance Bureau raided the residence of senior Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader and former cabinet minister Bikram Singh Majithia in Majitha, near Amritsar. The raid, reportedly part of an ongoing investigation into alleged financial irregularities, quickly escalated into a verbal standoff as Majithia and his family accused the officials of “trespassing” and using excessive force. According to sources, the officials entered Majithia’s residence around 7 a.m. and instructed him to cooperate with the investigation. However, the situation turned contentious when SAD MLA…

25 Jun

Vigilance Bureau Raids Bikram Singh Majithia’s House

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Amritsar (National Times): A team from the Punjab Vigilance Bureau raided the residence of senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader and former minister Bikram Singh Majithia on Wednesday morning in connection with an ongoing probe into alleged corruption and misuse of power. The raid, which began early in the morning at Majithia’s residence in Majitha, near Amritsar, continued for several hours. Officials from the bureau were seen examining documents and other materials, reportedly related to Majithia’s past tenure in the Punjab government. Tight security was deployed around the premises, with no one allowed to enter or leave the house during the…

24 Jun

Punjab Police Arrest 140 Drug Smugglers, Seize 3 Kg Heroin on Day 115 of ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Heroin Seizure, Punjab drug arrests, Punjab Police, Yudh Nashian Virudh

Chandigarh, June 24, 2025 — The Punjab Police continued its relentless crackdown on the drug trade under the anti-narcotics campaign “Yudh Nashian Virudh,” arresting 140 drug smugglers and seizing 3 kilograms of heroin along with ₹60,500 in drug money on the 115th day of the drive.According to officials, this brings the total number of drug-related arrests to a staggering 19,007 since the operation began marking a significant milestone in Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s ongoing war against drugs. The state-wide raids were conducted simultaneously across all 28 police districts under the supervision of Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav.Special…