The Enforcement Directorate seized assets worth ₹53.64 lakh from a former forest officer in a money laundering case. A bank clerk in Faridkot is being sought for embezzling ₹6 crore from SBI accounts. An illegal drug de-addiction center in Dhuri was shut down. Police also seized 50 liters of 'lahan,' pills, and heroin in Sangrur.
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Punjab's AAP government launched a land pooling policy, drawing criticism from the opposition and farmer groups. Minister Aman Arora defended it, claiming it was based on the SAD-BJP's framework. The policy aims to acquire over 65,000 acres for urban development, offering landowners higher-value plots.
The Punjab government revoked a nine-year-old order, shifting approval authority for municipal works from the Local Bodies Department Directorate to the administrative secretary's office. Critics fear this centralizes power, causing delays. The move follows a government initiative involving Additional Deputy Commissioners.
Three child beggars, apprehended under the Jeevanjyot 2.0 campaign, escaped from a care home in Amritsar. Despite police security, the children, aged 10-15, fled by climbing a wall with a ladder. Authorities are investigating the escape and lack of security measures.
The ED attached Rs 21 crore of Dr. Amit Bansal and his family due to a money laundering investigation. Bansal allegedly illegally sold Buprenorphine/Nalaxone drugs from 22 de-addiction centers, depositing illicit profits into hospital accounts, then his and his family's accounts. Raids were conducted in multiple cities.
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AAP MP Ashok Kumar Mittal raised concerns about Indian civil aviation safety, citing the AI-171 crash and an IndiGo incident in Patna. He questioned infrastructure limitations at Patna airport and safety measures for larger aircraft. The Aviation Minister acknowledged the issue, hinting at a potential new airport due to land constraints.
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in Ludhiana ranked 93rd globally in agricultural sciences by EduRank-2025. It's the only state agricultural university from India in the top 100. IARI, New Delhi, ranked 47th. PAU also holds top positions in national rankings.
Health officials seized 368 kg of fake ghee from a manufacturing unit in Tarn Taran. The unit, operating under the brand 'Noor,' mixed vanaspati ghee and refined oil with artificial essence to mimic desi ghee. The premises were sealed after samples failed quality tests.
The Punjab anti-sacrilege bill faces new demands. The Ravidassia community wants their scripture included, citing their significant political influence. Other religious groups may follow suit, with the committee seeking public suggestions and examining similar laws. The bill aims to punish sacrilege with imprisonment.
Davinder Singh, from near Bhulath, India, died suspiciously in Winnipeg, Canada. He was found in a lake. His family, who last spoke with him on July 16th, believes he was murdered. They are demanding a thorough investigation by Canadian authorities and intervention from the Indian government.
A portion of the road along the paddy fields in Malleyana village in Nihal Singh Wala subdivision was washed away due to heavy rain
Kataria is currently under observation and is expected to resume his routine activities soon
Accused Amit Dhingra is alleged to have manipulated customer records to carry out unauthorised withdrawals
Commutes death to 30 years RI without remission
Behind this inspiring transformation is a retired CRPF Inspector, Jaspal Singh, who has dedicated his post-retirement life to steering children away from the grip of drugs
The committee directed officials to ensure that the benefits of all welfare schemes reach the rightful beneficiaries at the grassroots level without delay
The vehicle carrying 30 students was on its way to the school at Handowal village when a bus belonging to a private transport company rammed into it
Five of them were neutralised using technical counter measures in the Modhe village at Amritsar border alone
As 245 matters get listed before a single Bench in a day, judicial functioning enters the realm of the impossible. Stakeholders and experts believe it is time to cap daily listings, prioritise hearings, and protect the constitutional promise of meaningful justice
Legislation to be presented in Assembly before November
Car trapped in railway under-bridge floodwater, family had come to Moga to get a member's MRI done
The meeting was held in the Vidhan Sabha secretariat and was convened to chalk out plans for seeking feedback from public as well as religious leaders and heads of religious institutions on the provisions of the new Punjab Prevention of Offences against Holy Scriptures Bill, 2025
The British Embassy's fraud chatbox initiative is showing positive results. Indian nationals are the largest recipients of UK visit visas and a significant group for study visas. The UK does not tolerate extremism. A UK-India Free Trade Agreement is expected to boost both economies.
Arvind Kejriwal condemned the Gujarat government's lathicharge on dairy farmers, calling it a government for billionaires. He and Bhagwant Mann expressed solidarity with the farmers, criticizing the BJP and Congress. Mann highlighted AAP's work in Punjab, promising similar improvements in Gujarat.
Punjab Police struggle to trace threats to the Golden Temple due to 'Dark Net' and VPN usage. Authorities await a response from a US-based software company to identify the email's origin. Similar threats targeted other locations. One arrest has been made, and investigations are ongoing.
Alsi pinni’, which the legend loved, served by family at bhog ceremony
A CBI court acquitted former ASI Gurnam Singh in the 1992 abduction case of Karanbir Singh due to insufficient evidence. The youth's mother alleged police abduction, but the prosecution couldn't prove it. The family plans to appeal the verdict.
Illegal mining persists in Ropar, Anandpur Sahib, and Nangal despite the monsoon ban. Nighttime operations, often disguised as desilting, are common. The administration has increased crackdowns, confiscating machinery and filing charges. Five FIRs have been registered, with more pending.
Eight inmates undergoing drug de-addiction fled the Sangrur rehabilitation center, six with NDPS Act cases. This follows previous escapes in January and April. The inmates attacked a nurse before fleeing. Police are contacting the families.
Ashwani Kumar suggests Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation reflects shifting political dynamics. Kumar acknowledges disagreements with Dhankhar's views but praises his personal qualities, knowledge of constitutional law, and contributions to national discourse. He hopes Dhankhar remains active in politics.
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