Pass percentage of four-wheeler licence aspirants drops to 40
Pass percentage of four-wheeler licence aspirants drops to 40
A law student was injured when a bomb that he was allegedly assembling exploded on September 10
The 61-year-old former first-class cricketer says his son's journey to become the No 1 T20I batter began when a young Abhishek would insist on batting with his father's kit
Anti-narcotics agencies have also witnessed a six-time increase in the seizure of synthetic drugs from 2019-24, the Narcotics Control Bureau says in its annual report for 2024
The arrested accused said he killed the woman at the instance of Charanjit Singh, an NRI from Mehma Singh Wala village, who had promised to pay him Rs 50 lakh
The family of Buta Singh (25) from Chak Kanian Kalan village, Moga, claims that he is among many men, especially from north India, who have been forcibly pushed into the Russia-Ukraine conflict
The Congress leader found Amritpal Singh weeping while standing on a bed in his house
For over a month, the level at Pong Dam has remained above the upper limit of 1,390 feet due to heavy rain in the dam’s catchment area
Punjabi singer Gurdas Maan has confirmed his participation
Facing flak, SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami has ordered a probe, which is likely to be completed by Tuesday evening
Gandhi was in Punjab to assess flood damage and meet affected families in Amritsar and Gurdaspur district
Hoshiarpur panchayats resolved not to provide land, housing, or official documentation support to migrants
Humane World for Animals India has mobilised an urgent disaster-response operation
INTACH plans to honour Saragarhi martyr by tuning his village into a destination for military and border tourism
TEDxBasant Nagar, themed 'Amritsar Reimagined,' brought together diverse speakers and performers to discuss local development. Organized by Rouble and Shikha Tuli, the event involved community engagement, workshops, and drives led by volunteers, showcasing Amritsar's history, culture, and future potential.
Ravneet Singh Bittu, after visiting Abohar, instructed the Railway Manager to address passenger issues at Abohar station, including lack of amenities and the un-restored Udyan Abha Toofan Express. Passengers lack basic facilities despite numerous train stops.
The Indian government denied permission for Sikh pilgrims to travel to Pakistan for Guru Nanak Dev's birth anniversary due to security concerns. Sikh organizations are protesting, requesting a symbolic pilgrimage with a smaller group and shorter duration to maintain the tradition.
Preparations on at constituency level: Officer
Punjab BJP held protests at 361 sites, accusing the Bhagwant Mann government of misappropriating Rs 12,000 crore in central disaster relief funds meant for flood victims. The BJP alleges the funds were siphoned off, leaving victims without sufficient aid, and threatened to escalate agitation if assistance doesn't reach the affected.
Volunteers and the administration struggle to plug a massive, deep breach in Ghonewal village, one of 20 in Ajnala. The 500m breach flooded 190 villages. Despite work since September 3rd, only half is plugged, as the breach's depth, initially thought to be 25-30 ft, is now estimated at 50 ft.
The Union Minister is gathering data on Punjab flood damage for maximum compensation. She visited affected areas in Patiala, met families, and instructed officials to ensure aid reaches all victims. This follows Prime Minister Modi's direction for ministers to assess the damage.
The Pong Dam's water level rose significantly due to heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh, exceeding the danger mark. Inflows at the dam far exceeded outflows. Rainfall was exceptionally high in Mandi and Kangra districts. Bhakra Dam's water level was below the danger mark. The IMD forecasts more rain.
A 25-year-old debt-ridden farmer in Sultanpur Lodhi attempted suicide after floods destroyed his paddy crop on 16 acres. His family, also impacted by 2023 floods, says he was overwhelmed by debt and stopped eating. He is currently hospitalized, with the family unsure of the exact loan amount.
RBI allows Rs 15,000-cr cash credit limit for initial 15 days
CM questions ‘delay’, quips he should have waited until floodwaters receded
No bridge to cross river, Congress hires private boats; police stall plan citing security
Bhagwant Mann also raises issue of Diljit Dosanjh film ban in wake of Pahalgam attack | Says will write to the Centre soon
Sharma is currently Director, Internal Quality Assurance Cell, Panjab University, Chandigarh
The directions came on a bunch of petitions filed in public interest by the District Bar Association, Malerkotla
The Commission categorically ruled that negligence must be “culpable or gross” and could not be inferred merely from an error of judgment