Jalandhar

Hockey Olympian and MLA Pargat Singh mourned the death of 114-year-old runner Fauja Singh, praising him as a symbol of Punjabi spirit. Singh urged stricter action against hit-and-run cases following Singh's death from one.

A man, Gurpreet Singh, intoxicated, entered a Gurdwara in Virkan, harassed and assaulted the Granthi. The incident, captured on CCTV, caused outrage. An FIR was filed after the video went viral. Police are searching for the accused, who fled.

Three young girls, aged 10, 6, and 3, disappeared from Onkar Nagar, Phagwara, on July 4. Their mother, Rina Devi, suspects Kamaruddin, a painter who lived with them, of abducting them. Police have registered a case and are investigating urgently.

Phagwara launched 'Yudh Nashon Ke Virudh,' a campaign to combat drug abuse. Authorities are combining enforcement with public outreach, involving community leaders and residents. Since March 1, police registered 130 NDPS Act cases and arrested 166 individuals. The initiative aims to foster a drug-free society through shared responsibility.

Jai Inder Kaur, Punjab BJP Mahila Morcha president, met with Som Parkash and encouraged Mahila Morcha members to promote the Modi government's policies. She emphasized women's importance in Punjab politics and expressed confidence in BJP forming the next government in 2027 through grassroots engagement.

ATO Kamlesh Kumari met with IVY World School to enforce the Safe School Vahan Scheme. She mandated the driver's possession of all transport-related documents and personnel certifications. Feedback from parents on safety is required. School management will be held accountable for any deficiencies.

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BJP leaders in Punjab criticized the AAP government following Anmol Gagan Maan's resignation. They called it a failure, citing internal frustration, broken promises, and a chaotic governance style. They claim Punjab faces debt, rising crime, and a paralyzed administration.

A Hadiabad resident reported a ₹15 lakh land deal fraud to Phagwara police, leading to a criminal breach of trust case against Sarwan Singh. Separately, a police officer died after being hit by a car; the driver fled. Finally, police arrested Ravi Kumar for snatching a woman's purse.

Village school to be named after the marathon runner; statue to be installed at govt college: CM Mann

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann says the school in Beas village will be renamed after the veteran marathon runner and a statue in his honour would be erected at the sports college in Jalandhar

Phagwara police recovered and returned 25 lost mobile phones to their owners. Inspector Usha Rani, using technical surveillance and IMEI tracking, led the operation. SP Rupinder Kaur Bhatti highlighted the initiative's success in combating petty crime and boosting public trust.

Hoshiarpur defeated Nawanshahr in a cricket match, scoring 252/9 and restricting Nawanshahr to 182. Rachit Soni and Kulveer Singh scored half-centuries for Hoshiarpur. Akashdeep took four wickets for Nawanshahr. Karamveer, Rajat Sharma, and Haral Vashisht each took two wickets for Hoshiarpur. Hoshiarpur earned four points and will play Mohali next.

Satnam Singh Chahal urges scrutiny of travel agent ads promoting foreign jobs due to exploitation of young Punjabis. He calls for vetting, digital tracking, and international cooperation to combat trafficking and create databases to monitor irregular migration, emphasizing awareness and treating migrants as victims.

LPU launched the Capgemini Code Experience Lab, a facility replicating a real-world tech workplace. It focuses on work-readiness, providing hands-on experience through live projects, AI integration, and industry-standard tools. This collaboration with Capgemini aims to prepare students for professional tech roles.

Deputy Commissioner Amit Kumar Panchal inspected the Phagwara tehsil office. He reviewed citizen services, the e-Registry system, and gathered public feedback. He emphasized monsoon preparedness, directed fogging, and ordered a 1076 helpline awareness campaign.

The Daily Morning Football Club Nawanshahr won their second match in a tournament against drug abuse. The tournament, part of a district-wide anti-drug campaign, aims to engage youth in sports. The winning match on July 17 against Balura village ended 1-0, highlighting strong defense and goalkeeping.

Brother booked under Human Smuggling Act

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The complainant alleged that accused recorded explicit videos and photographs without her consent

The call came from foreign number

They also cut a cake and shared a light hearted moment

Four men came in car with gas cutters

Victim’s body found in well

Four mobile phones also recovered from the accused at the time of arrest