Under the concept of “alternative politics,” the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has announced plans to build a strong base of young supporters in Punjab. The party believes that students can play a vital role in restoring political values and bringing qualitative change to politics, which it argues has seen a decline in recent years. As … Read more
President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday approved the conferment of the Vir Chakra on Group Captain Ranjeet Singh Sidhu, a native of Gidderbaha in Muktsar district, for his distinguished role in Operation Sindoor. He is among 15 personnel to receive the prestigious gallantry award this year. Sidhu’s family hails from Raike Kalan village in Bathinda. A … Read more
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Saini on Wednesday attended a state-level programme at the Pipli grain market in Kurukshetra, where he distributed land allotment certificates to eligible families from the Kumhar/Prajapati community. The initiative, aimed at promoting social upliftment and preserving traditional pottery skills, will provide beneficiaries with reserved panchayat land for making earthenware and operating … Read more
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener Arvind Kejriwal today launched 24 sector-wise Industrial Advisory Committees, envisioning a transformative step to establish Punjab as a hub of industry and commerce. Addressing the gathering during the launch of this first-of-its-kind initiative in the country, National Convener of AAP termed it … Read more
Mohali, Phase 9 witnessed a devastating explosion at an oxygen gas cylinder manufacturing unit on Wednesday, claiming the lives of two people and leaving nearly six others injured. The blast occurred at Hi-Tech Gas Private Limited, located in Phase 9 of the city.Authorities rushed to the scene immediately after the incident, and rescue operations are … Read more
NIA Raids Immigration Agent’s House in Amritsar Over Suspected Illegal Foreign Transfers; Documents Seized, Security Tightened The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted a surprise raid at a house in Amritsar’s Shastri Nagar on Tuesday morning. The residence belongs to Vishal Sharma, an immigration agent who runs a business in Ranjit Avenue reportedly related to sending … Read more
A 40-year-old scrap dealer was allegedly stabbed to death by his live-in partner in Gurugram’s DLF Phase 3 area early Saturday after an argument triggered by his conversation with his ailing wife, police said. The deceased, Harish Sharma, belonged to Baliawas village and had been in a live-in relationship for over a year with 27-year-old … Read more
In a significant move ahead of the Monsoon Session, the Punjab Cabinet on Friday gave its approval to introduce the Seeds (Punjab Amendment) Bill, 2025, aiming to curb the sale of spurious seeds by making such offences cognisable and non-bailable. The decision was taken during a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. According … Read more
Two days after a car carrying 11 people plunged into a canal in Bathinda, the police personnel involved in the dramatic rescue were honoured by Punjab DGP and Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. Kawariya Krishna — the first to jump into the water and initiate the rescue — has also been recognised for his bravery by … Read more
Eight patients escaped from a de-addiction centre located in Ghabdan village of Sangrur district, Punjab. During their escape, the accused attacked an on-duty policeman, Malkit Singh, and a nurse. Malkit Singh lost consciousness during the attack and was later admitted to the hospital. The police have launched a manhunt to trace the absconding individuals, with … Read more