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Tarsem Singh Deogan

Tarsem Singh Deogan is a senior reporter at Ludhiana. He has 16 years of experience in journalism. He has covered all beats and now focuses on crime reporting.

Articles by Tarsem Singh Deogan

Attack on right wing leader wasn’t pre-planned: Police

Two Nihangs have been sent to three-day police custody. The victim’s wife has questioned the role of the victim’s gunman. According to the police, one of the assailants has undergone de-addiction treatment.

BJP’s Punjab president Sunil Jakhar with other leaders interacting with injured Shiv Sena (Punjab) leader Sandeep Thapar at the DMC Hospital in Ludhiana on Saturday. (HT photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Jul 06, 2024 10:36 PM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Right wing leader attacked by 3 in ‘nihang’ attire, 2 held

The victim, leader of Shiv Sena Punjab, has been vocal against hardliners on social media. According to the police, he is stable. The assailants were caught roaming near Guru Granth Sahib University in Fatehgarh Sahib.

A protest outside the DMC hospital in Ludhiana after Shiv Sena Punjab leader Sandeep Thapar was attacked outside the civil hospital in Ludhiana on Friday. (Gurpreet Singh/HT)

Chandigarh

Updated on Jul 06, 2024 06:28 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Shiv Sena Punjab leader Sandeep Thapar attacked in Ludhiana, condition serious

Days after security cover reduced, scooter-borne Hindu outfit leader brutally attacked with swords on busy street outside Ludhiana civil hospital by men in nihang attire

An injured Shiv Sena Punjab leader Sandeep Thapar after he was attacked with swords at the civil hospital in Ludhiana on Friday. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Jul 05, 2024 04:01 PM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan

Despite having machines, Punjab farmers prefer to burn loose paddy straw: Report

Challenges to ending stubble burning persist, such as timely access to CRM machines, lack of proper training to use them and misperceptions over reduced yields and pest attacks on wheat sown using them.

Challenges to end stubble burning persist, such as timely access to crop residue management machines, lack of proper training to use them and misperceptions over reduced yields and pest attacks on wheat sown using them, say experts. (Gurpreet Singh/HT)

Chandigarh

Updated on Jul 03, 2024 08:38 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan

‘Cocktail of BNS, IPC’: Ludhiana cops in a fix

The case was no different for the Ludhiana Rural and Khanna police as the officials there seemed to be just as confused

The police registered at least three cases under the IPC, which was replaced by the BNS. (HT file photo for representation)

Chandigarh

Published on Jul 02, 2024 10:33 PM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Centre will initiate meetings with farmers again: MoS Ravneet Bittu

On allegations that the Centre was withholding the state’s share of funds, Bittu said chief minister Bhagwant Mann should clarify whether any minister of his government had gone to any central minister or senior officer with any scheme for Punjab or asked for funds for that.

Minister of state for railways and food processing industries Ravneet Singh Bittu on Saturday said the Centre will initiate meetings with farmers over their long-pending demands. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Jun 23, 2024 07:48 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Will discuss Mohali-Rajpura link with railway minister, says Bittu

According to Bittu, a detailed project report will be prepared at the earliest for the Mohali-Rajpura broad-gauge rail link that will make short the trip by 55 km as compared to the present route of Rajpura-Ambala.

The Union minister of state for railways and food processing, Ravneet Singh Bittu, says he will not hesitate to meet the parents of separatist leader Amritpal Singh as he has come to know that “they wanted to convey something” to him.

Bhopal

Updated on Jun 17, 2024 06:54 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Not allowing woman, son to board costs airline dear, asked to pay ₹1L

The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission ordered SpiceJet to pay ₹1 lakh to the Ludhiana-based complainants

Upon notice, the airline submitted that it acted according to the rules and regulations stipulated by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), and the central and state governments regarding Covid protocols (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Published on Jun 15, 2024 10:09 PM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Shun dynasty politics for SAD’s revival: Warring to Sukhbir

Taking about the statement of Union minister of state Ravneet Singh Bittu about inquiry into an embezzlement case during his tenure as transport minister, Ludhiana MP Amarinder Singh Raja Warring terms it vendetta politics.

Ludhiana MP Amarinder Singh Raja Warring

Chandigarh

Updated on Jun 14, 2024 08:08 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

After poll rout: Don’t drag SAD into controversy at crucial juncture, Ghumman tells Ayali

In a press statement issued on Monday, Ghumman said that he had no idea why Ayali was making such statements and it was “very unfortunate”

SAD vice-president Parupkar Singh Ghumman has accused legislature party leader Manpreet Singh Ayali of adopting “double standards”. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Jun 11, 2024 10:16 PM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Ludhiana youth shot in Canada, ‘gangster’ among four arrested

Canadian official says Yuvraj Goyal had no police record. A pall of gloom has descended on Rishi Nagar in Ludhiana

Chandigarh

Updated on Jun 10, 2024 07:20 AM IST

ByAnirudh Bhattacharyya/Tarsem Singh Deogan, Toronto/ludhiana

Bittu sworn in, Ludhiana gets 2nd Union minister after Tewari

Amit Shah, the then Union home minister, had promised that he would make his “friend” a “bada aadmi (renowned man)’ by including him in the council of ministers

Ravneet Singh Bittu, who lost the Lok Sabha polls, has been inducted into Modi cabinet as Union minister of state. (HT File)

Chandigarh

Updated on Jun 09, 2024 10:21 PM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Ayali skips meeting Sukhbir

Sukhbir, who was in the city to thank the cadre for their work during the Lok Sabha elections, left after meeting former MLA Ranjit Singh Dhillon, who contested unsuccessfully from Ludhiana. Former cabinet minister Maheshinder Singh Grewal, former MLA Darshan Singh Shiwalik and SR Kaler were also present in the meeting.

Shiromani Akali Dal legislature party leader Manpreet Singh Ayali skipped meeting party president Sukhbir Singh Badal, who was in Ludhiana on Saturday. (HT file)

Chandigarh

Published on Jun 08, 2024 10:18 PM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Kishori’s Amethi victory a double delight for Ludhiana

As the Congress workers in Ludhiana were celebrating party’s Punjab chief’s win, the news of Sharma defeating the Union minister and senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, that too by a healthy margin of 1,67,196 votes, brought more cheer to them

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi shared an old photo with Kishori Lal Sharma on X to congratulate him. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Jun 05, 2024 05:50 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

‘Raja’ crowned, Bittu bites dust in Ludhiana

Congress retains Ludhiana Lok Sabha seat for a fourth time as Punjab Congress chief Raja Warring wins by 20,942 votes. BJP candidate Bittu comes second.

A Congress supporter rides a scooter with party’s flag after announcement of results, in Ludhiana. (Gurpreet Singh/HT)

Chandigarh

Updated on Jun 05, 2024 06:00 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Warring thanks Ludhiana voters, others in introspection

Reacting to the results, Warring said, “The people of Punjab have reposed their unfailing trust in the Congress”

Warring assured that the Congress would acknowledge this support with service and commitment. (HT File)

Chandigarh

Updated on Jun 05, 2024 05:22 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan/Sukhpreet Singh, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: No major impact of Bains brothers for Congress

Warring managed to garner 32,982 votes from the Ludhiana South assembly segment, a strong bastion of Balwinder Singh Bains, while Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Ravneet Singh Bittu led with 37,378 votes

Aam Aadmi Party candidate Ashok Parashar Pappi got 19,289 and Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) candidate Ranijt Singh Dhillon got 4,939 votes from the segment. (HT File)

Chandigarh

Updated on Jun 05, 2024 05:20 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Dhillon in divine mode, Bittu goes for a ‘gedi’, Warring tries hand at cricket in Ludhiana

Warring said during his campaign, he also used to find time to play badminton, cricket and do yoga in public parks with locals

Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Singh Raja Warring at a cricket field. (HT)

Chandigarh

Published on Jun 02, 2024 10:59 PM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Ludhiana’s turnout updated to 60%

Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency saw a 60.12% voter turnout, 2.68% less than state average. Post-election scrutiny found no discrepancies in voting process.

The district election officer had set a target of a minimum of 70% polling. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Jun 02, 2024 10:54 PM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Warring’s ‘chai pe charcha’ with Pappi’s kin sparks row

After Warring left the house, Vikas Parashar claimed that sensing defeat, the Punjab Congress chief had surrendered before the AAP candidate and asked all Congress workers to vote in the latter’s favour

Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Singh Raja Warring at party worker Sushil Parashar’s house in Ludhiana on Saturday. Also seen is AAP candidate Ashok Parashar’s son sitting along with him. (HT)

Chandigarh

Updated on Jun 02, 2024 05:22 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

At 52.8% Ludhiana sees lowest turnout in 25 yrs

Ludhiana Lok Sabha segment saw its lowest voter turnout in 25 years at 52.84%. The election process was peaceful with no major incidents of violence reported.

As compared to the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, the voter turnout dipped over 9%. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Jun 02, 2024 05:18 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Man ‘who received liquor bottles in lieu of attending poll meet’ held

The accused has been identified as Gurmeet Singh of Indira Colony of Machhiwara. The role of former Congress municipal councillor, Paramjit Singh alias Pamma, is under the scanner

The accused has been identified as Gurmeet Singh of Indira Colony of Machhiwara. (Getty image)

Chandigarh

Published on May 31, 2024 11:57 PM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

INDIA bloc will throw ‘Agniveer scheme’ into dustbin: Rahul Gandhi

Terming farmers as backbone of India, Rahul gave them three guarantees – farm loan waiver, legal guarantee for MSP and farmer-friendly crop insurance scheme.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi with party’s Ludhiana candidate Amarinder Singh Raja Warring during a rally in Mullanpur Dakha in Ludhiana on Wednesday. (Gurpreet Singh/HT)

Chandigarh

Updated on May 30, 2024 01:09 AM IST

ByKaram Prakash, Tarsem Singh Deogan, Patiala/ludhiana

Rahul amps up populist pitch in Punjab, promises to waive farm loans

At Dakha rally for Warring, Congress leader vows to form Kisan Karja Mafi Aayog if voted to power besides reiterating ₹1 lakh annual grant for women from needy families and ₹1 lakh a year to unemployed graduates

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi campaigning for party candidate Amrinder Singh Raja Warring during the rally at Mullanpur Dakha in Ludhiana district on Wednesday. (Gurpreet Singh/HT)

Chandigarh

Published on May 29, 2024 02:59 PM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan

Kejriwal & Co befooling people of Punjab: Nirmala

According to Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, a study conducted by the MSME Promotion Council in January mentions that Punjab witnessed 85% decline in investments.

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman with Punjab BJP president Sunil Jakhar in Ludhiana on Tuesday. (PTI)

Chandigarh

Updated on May 29, 2024 05:34 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Double whammy: Graft-accused Ludhiana cop booked for carrying brother’s weapon on duty

Ludhiana cop was found in possession of his brother’s weapon when VB arrested him on graft charges in October last year

Chandigarh

Published on May 28, 2024 09:55 PM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Kejriwal turned Punjab into ‘ATM of corruption’, Amit Shah

Addressing a rally at Ludhiana’s grain market in support of the BJP’s Ludhiana candidate Ravneet Singh Bittu, he slammed the Congress and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), saying they hug each other elsewhere but turn into enemies in Punjab.

Union home minister Amit Shah in Ludhiana on Sunday. (Gurpreet Singh/HT)

Chandigarh

Updated on May 27, 2024 08:24 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan

Modi has no respect for farmers, Punjab: Priyanka

Without naming INDIA bloc partner Aam Aadmi Party, the Congress general secretary also talked about drug abuse, security of women in Punjab and FIR against the managing editor of a media house in Punjab.

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra during a rally in Khanna on Sunday. (Gurpreet Singh/HT)

Chandigarh

Updated on May 27, 2024 08:10 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Karam Prakash

Once comrades-in-arms, Warring, Bittu cross swords in Cong citadel

Amid electioneering, a bitter war of words has been going on between Bittu and Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, Congress candidate and president of the party’s state unit. In reply to Bittu’s jibe against the Congress about fielding a ‘parachute candidate’, Raja Warring has been terming him a ‘traitor’.

Chandigarh

Updated on May 27, 2024 07:34 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Sensing defeat, Modi promoting communalism, says Congress’ Jairam Ramesh

Congress Rajya Sabha member Jairam Ramesh said that the Modi government is misusing the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and CBI to target opposition leaders.

Chandigarh

Updated on May 26, 2024 07:22 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

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Tarsem Singh Deogan

Tarsem Singh Deogan is a senior reporter at Ludhiana. He has 16 years of experience in journalism. He has covered all beats and now focuses on crime reporting.

Two Nihangs have been sent to three-day police custody. The victim’s wife has questioned the role of the victim’s gunman. According to the police, one of the assailants has undergone de-addiction treatment.

The victim, leader of Shiv Sena Punjab, has been vocal against hardliners on social media. According to the police, he is stable. The assailants were caught roaming near Guru Granth Sahib University in Fatehgarh Sahib.

Days after security cover reduced, scooter-borne Hindu outfit leader brutally attacked with swords on busy street outside Ludhiana civil hospital by men in nihang attire

Challenges to ending stubble burning persist, such as timely access to CRM machines, lack of proper training to use them and misperceptions over reduced yields and pest attacks on wheat sown using them.

The case was no different for the Ludhiana Rural and Khanna police as the officials there seemed to be just as confused

On allegations that the Centre was withholding the state’s share of funds, Bittu said chief minister Bhagwant Mann should clarify whether any minister of his government had gone to any central minister or senior officer with any scheme for Punjab or asked for funds for that.

According to Bittu, a detailed project report will be prepared at the earliest for the Mohali-Rajpura broad-gauge rail link that will make short the trip by 55 km as compared to the present route of Rajpura-Ambala.

The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission ordered SpiceJet to pay ₹1 lakh to the Ludhiana-based complainants

Taking about the statement of Union minister of state Ravneet Singh Bittu about inquiry into an embezzlement case during his tenure as transport minister, Ludhiana MP Amarinder Singh Raja Warring terms it vendetta politics.

In a press statement issued on Monday, Ghumman said that he had no idea why Ayali was making such statements and it was “very unfortunate”

Canadian official says Yuvraj Goyal had no police record. A pall of gloom has descended on Rishi Nagar in Ludhiana

Amit Shah, the then Union home minister, had promised that he would make his “friend” a “bada aadmi (renowned man)’ by including him in the council of ministers

As the Congress workers in Ludhiana were celebrating party’s Punjab chief’s win, the news of Sharma defeating the Union minister and senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, that too by a healthy margin of 1,67,196 votes, brought more cheer to them

Congress retains Ludhiana Lok Sabha seat for a fourth time as Punjab Congress chief Raja Warring wins by 20,942 votes. BJP candidate Bittu comes second.

Reacting to the results, Warring said, “The people of Punjab have reposed their unfailing trust in the Congress”

Warring managed to garner 32,982 votes from the Ludhiana South assembly segment, a strong bastion of Balwinder Singh Bains, while Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Ravneet Singh Bittu led with 37,378 votes

Warring said during his campaign, he also used to find time to play badminton, cricket and do yoga in public parks with locals

Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency saw a 60.12% voter turnout, 2.68% less than state average. Post-election scrutiny found no discrepancies in voting process.

After Warring left the house, Vikas Parashar claimed that sensing defeat, the Punjab Congress chief had surrendered before the AAP candidate and asked all Congress workers to vote in the latter’s favour

Ludhiana Lok Sabha segment saw its lowest voter turnout in 25 years at 52.84%. The election process was peaceful with no major incidents of violence reported.

The accused has been identified as Gurmeet Singh of Indira Colony of Machhiwara. The role of former Congress municipal councillor, Paramjit Singh alias Pamma, is under the scanner

Terming farmers as backbone of India, Rahul gave them three guarantees – farm loan waiver, legal guarantee for MSP and farmer-friendly crop insurance scheme.

At Dakha rally for Warring, Congress leader vows to form Kisan Karja Mafi Aayog if voted to power besides reiterating ₹1 lakh annual grant for women from needy families and ₹1 lakh a year to unemployed graduates

According to Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, a study conducted by the MSME Promotion Council in January mentions that Punjab witnessed 85% decline in investments.

Ludhiana cop was found in possession of his brother’s weapon when VB arrested him on graft charges in October last year

Addressing a rally at Ludhiana’s grain market in support of the BJP’s Ludhiana candidate Ravneet Singh Bittu, he slammed the Congress and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), saying they hug each other elsewhere but turn into enemies in Punjab.

Without naming INDIA bloc partner Aam Aadmi Party, the Congress general secretary also talked about drug abuse, security of women in Punjab and FIR against the managing editor of a media house in Punjab.

Congress Rajya Sabha member Jairam Ramesh said that the Modi government is misusing the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and CBI to target opposition leaders.

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