Punjab

Alleges unfair treatment by London police

The Indian government's plan to restructure Panjab University's governing bodies, replacing elected officials with nominated members, has sparked outrage in Punjab. Political parties accuse the Centre of undermining the state's autonomy, attempting to politicize the university, and potentially violating the Panjab University Act of 1947. They are preparing legal challenges.

Punjab police conducted vehicle checks on Sunday, disrupting newspaper deliveries. The police cited intelligence about potential smuggling of weapons or drugs by anti-India groups. Political leaders and journalists condemned the operation as an attack on press freedom. No illegal items were reportedly found.

Malkeet Singh, an NRI from Dhariwal village, was murdered while working in his fields. Two suspects, including Bikram Singh (previously linked to a 2018 grenade blast), are being sought by police. The victim and Bikram had a recent dispute. Singh's sister demands the suspects' arrest and action regarding Bikram's bail.

Sekhon decorated with India’s highest wartime gallantry award

Indian team clinch ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 by beating South Africa in the final by 52 runs

Tewari Extends support to agitating student leaders

The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) nominated Harjinder Singh Dhami for SGPC president, while a breakaway faction will also field a candidate. The election for key SGPC posts, including president, will be held Monday, impacting the Tarn Taran byelection. Last year, Dhami won against Bibi Jagir Kaur. The SGPC has 148 members with voting rights.

PM Modi to flag off 4 Vande Bharat trains on Nov 7

The SGPC commemorated the 1984 anti-Sikh riots with a religious service at the Golden Temple, calling the event a genocide. They also celebrated Bhagat Namdev's birth anniversary with a Gurmat program.

Amritsar, a holy city, struggles with severe waste management issues. Garbage piles up due to failed municipal services and broken promises from politicians, despite the upcoming Guru Teg Bahadur anniversary. While political leaders use the city's beauty for photo opportunities, neglect and corruption plague the area, contrasting sharply with volunteer efforts and historical reverence.

Police call viral document fake

Punjab opposes the Centre's plan to add two BBMB members from Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh, citing 'federal erosion.' The state argues the Punjab Reorganisation Act limits whole-time members to two and challenges the move in the Supreme Court. Punjab also objects to equal representation for Rajasthan and Himachal.

Lays foundation stone for projects worth Rs138 crore in Muktsar

PSPCL suspended Chief Engineer Harish Sharma of the Ropar thermal plant due to high power generation costs, causing losses. The Power Engineers Association opposes the suspension, calling it arbitrary and criticizing cost comparisons with modern private plants.

Anandpur Sahib and Nangal villagers allege rampant illegal mining after monsoon floods

AAP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra, accused of rape, has evaded arrest for two months despite a large police presence. He escaped from police custody in September and has since remained off the radar. Despite numerous raids across multiple states, his whereabouts are unknown.

Two men were arrested for the murder of Kabaddi player Tejpal Singh in Ludhiana. Tejpal was killed while intervening in a fight when his friend, Parlabh Singh, was attacked by the accused, who had an old rivalry with Parlabh. A country-made weapon was seized.

Preliminary investigations confirm the weapon was licensed; accused identified and a case is being registered

Justice Harpreet Singh Brar asserted that the constitutional philosophy prioritised human dignity above all else

Rajya Sabha MP Balbir Singh Seechewal, an environmentalist, attends the procession and distributes plants to the attendees

Issued under the Panjab University Act, 1947, the Centre’s notification abolishes the Graduate constituency — the foundation of alumni representation — and reduces the Senate’s strength from 90 members to 31, comprising 18 elected, six nominated and seven ex-officio members

Three FIRs registered, mining vehicles seized in Dera Bassi sub-division

Tejpal Singh, 25, was recently shot dead in Jagroan by assailants over old enmity

The Bar Association has been on an indefinite strike, demanding action against those who allegedly attacked Advocate Harmandeep Singh Sandhu at Jawahrewala village