Punjab

Fauja Singh's granddaughters, Ramandeep and Japneet, mourned his passing. Japneet, his favorite, longed for their daily handshake. Ramandeep, raised by him, felt orphaned. Both shared cherished memories, including his grief after his son's death and his ability to find joy.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoles death in a letter to family

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.

Cyclists from Jalandhar, Phagwara, and Nakodar rode to Beas Pind to honor the late Fauja Singh, the world's oldest marathon runner. The group, including doctors and professors, paid their respects, inspired by Singh's life, and advocated for preserving his legacy.

Punjab will start procuring paddy on September 15, two weeks early, to avoid crop damage from high moisture. This follows an earlier shift in paddy transplantation dates. The CM also discussed increasing commission for commission agents with the Union Minister.

AAP says reaching out to farmers against Oppn’s ‘misleading’ campaign

Women's involvement in Punjab's drug trade is rapidly increasing. Statistics reveal a high percentage of female inmates charged with drug offenses. They are becoming key players in distribution, motivated by profit, addiction, and family involvement, replacing male smugglers. This growing trend presents a new challenge for law enforcement.

Non-medical students adding biology through NIOS for NEET are facing recognition issues. Parents and students are seeking clarity from medical authorities, particularly the National Medical Commission and Baba Farid University, before the July 31 application deadline. The one-year NIOS biology course's validity is questioned despite regulations allowing it.

Punjab and Haryana High Court's Chief Justice Nagu rejected being addressed as 'My Lord,' favoring 'Sir' or 'Your Honour.' This aligns with a movement distancing the judiciary from colonial-era formalities. The change emphasizes equality and constitutional values, with some Bar associations supporting the shift.

Punjab RERA has prohibited Chandigarh builder Motiaz from marketing or selling flats in 'The Royale Sector 39 Extension' in Mohali. The builder publicized the project without RERA registration and ignored notices, violating the RERA Act. The ban is in effect until further notice.

To begin his 4-day trip on July 23

Heavy rainfall is forecast for Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir (July 21-24), and Haryana (July 21-22). Himachal Pradesh may experience isolated very heavy rainfall (July 21-23) and potential flash floods. July rainfall is deficient in Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, while Haryana has received above-average rainfall.

Non-medical students seeking to add biology through NIOS for NEET are facing recognition hurdles. Parents and students are struggling to get confirmation from the National Medical Commission and Baba Farid University despite citing regulations allowing NIOS study. The deadline for application is July 31.

The Anti-Narcotics Task Force seized 15.4 kg of heroin from Prabhjit Singh, a UK returnee. He was arrested in Chheharta while delivering drugs, acting on instructions from Pakistani smugglers he connected with while abroad. Investigations are ongoing to determine the drug's origin.

THE TRIBUNE INTERVIEW: ‘Must understand the state's soul — 'dastar' means 'sardari', not just turban’

Three Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) operatives were arrested for grenade attacks on police posts in Patiala and Haryana. They acted under instructions from foreign-based BKI members and Pakistan's ISI. Two hand grenades, two pistols were seized. More attacks were planned.

AAP called Sukhbir Badal's comments 'absurd' regarding Kejriwal and sacrilege accusations. AAP accused Badal of making these statements due to political decline and demanded an apology for 2015 sacrilege incidents when he was deputy chief minister. AAP also raised concerns about the Nakodar sacrilege case of 1986 and subsequent government actions.

The observation came in open court when an advocate referred to the Chief Justice as ‘Your Lordship’

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

The accident occurred near Musahibpur village in Hoshiarpur district

Describing such acts as 'a part of a growing menace', Justice Sumeet Goel asserted these reflected not just criminal intent but also constituted a serious affront to human dignity and national interest

Accused involved in grenade attacks on police posts at Badshahpur, Patiala and Azeemgarh, Haryana, says Punjab DGP

No bidders after 3 tender rounds; library plan pitched to state government

SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal made the announcement during a public gathering in Chabal

The study highlights how scientists suggest that trees and plants along roads act as effective barriers by absorbing sound