17 June - Indian Updates - Telegram Restricted Ahead of NEET Exam and Punjab Politics Intensifies - Pritam Singh Rupal & Ranjodh Singh

In today’s crucial episode of Indian Updates on Radio Haanji, hosts Pritam Singh Rupal and Ranjodh Singh deliver a meticulous breakdown of the major administrative and political events shaping the national landscape. We begin with the government’s unprecedented security measure restricting the Telegram application until June 22nd in a direct bid to prevent paper leaks and unfair practices for the upcoming NEET exam on June 21st. The duo analyzes the growing systemic pressure on the National Testing Agency and the public demand for definitive structural reforms to protect student welfare. Moving into regional updates, the episode covers Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s landmark decision ensuring that female government workers are stationed within 40 kilometers of their residences. We also explore the political landscape as the Election Commission gears up for scheduled assembly polls, prompting strategic huddles within the Congress leadership in Delhi. Finally, we dissect the shifting dynamics within the Shiromani Akali Dal, evaluating the internal dissent, accusations surrounding the political use of the Akal Takht, and how rival political parties are responding to the ongoing crisis.