Punjab

Union minister Pralhad Joshi denies deleting Punjab NFSA beneficiaries, asks state for data cleanup

IMD warns of more showers in the coming days

Ujh, Ravi rivers swell following heavy rain in Jammu and Kashmir, and Himachal Pradesh

The course has been introduced for BTech, BCom, BBA and BVoc degrees for the 2025-26 academic session

4 pistols seized from them   

The collision was so severe that 4 of the 7 occupants of the pickup died on the spot

Rs 16 crore recovered; over 9,000 first-time taxpayers come forward

Family stages protest outside Majitha road police station

Punjab's government colleges face a severe teacher shortage. A Supreme Court ruling quashed recent assistant professor appointments, exacerbating the issue. The student-teacher ratio is poor, with many principal positions vacant. Recruitment has been stalled for decades, relying on part-time staff.

A Heritage Street will be built in Anandpur Sahib, leading to Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib. The project will include marble work, landscaping, and lighting to create a spiritual atmosphere. The first phase will cost Rs 25 crore.

Women farmers, a central force in the 'Jitt Rally' at Samrala, demonstrated leadership and resilience alongside their male counterparts. They actively participated in all aspects, emphasizing their shared stake in the protest against the land pooling policy, which resulted in a major victory.

Nawanshahr murder

US nationals duped of Rs 330 crore

Industry Minister Sanjeev Arora stated leaders should be chosen based on merit, not religion. AAP is courting Hindu voters, while Arora focuses on industrial growth and maintaining power subsidies. He aims to help local industries expand and improve power efficiency.

Guru Nanak Dev University's VC, Dr. Karamjeet Singh, clarified controversial remarks linking Guru Nanak's philosophy with Vedanta to the Akal Takht. This followed a video of him with the RSS chief. The SGPC removed him from a committee. Dr. Karamjeet denies distorting his message, claiming he promoted Sikh values.

Barnala police arrested four alleged criminals after intercepting their car. The suspects, including Satnam Singh (linked to the Bambiha gang), opened fire on police but were apprehended. Four pistols were seized, and an FIR was filed.

Gidderbaha police arrested three men for impersonating police officers and defrauding shopkeepers. The men, including two named Kulwinder Singh, stole cash using fake authority. They confessed to duping at least seven shopkeepers. Karnail Singh also committed similar scams in two shops.

#HeartOfPunjab:The government is heavily burdened by its promise of 300 units of free power to all domestic consumers—a subsidy that swallows a significant share of revenue

Government school teachers accuse authorities of flawed, non-transparent transfer practices. They allege favoritism, hidden station options, and ignored special needs categories, particularly in Bathinda and Barnala. The Education Minister denies the allegations.

To woo farmers, Dalits, small traders ahead of 2027 Assembly poll

Approximately 23 lakh Punjab residents relying on ration support haven't completed eKYC verification, representing about 15% of beneficiaries. Ludhiana, Amritsar, Gurdaspur, Tarn Taran, and Jalandhar have the most outstanding verifications, prompting the state government to intensify efforts, especially in rural areas.

Punjab Police prevented BJP's awareness camps statewide, citing data collection concerns and a government order. BJP leaders accused the AAP government of suppressing their outreach. The conflict escalated over subsidized ration distribution and beneficiary verification.

Punjab's finance minister accused the BJP of stealing Punjabis' personal data under the guise of awareness camps, potentially violating data protection laws. He alleged the BJP plans to cancel ration cards, depriving many of subsidized food. The AAP vowed to protect beneficiaries and prevent card cancellations.

Over 25 villages in Sultanpur Lodhi are on alert due to rising Beas River water levels. Heavy rainfall and water release from Pong Dam caused the increase. Crops have been submerged, and residents are concerned about silt accumulation. The administration is monitoring the situation and providing relief.

A mandatory entrepreneurship course is being implemented for undergraduate students. The program, already in 18 universities, requires students to develop and execute business ideas, evaluated on viability, innovation, and revenue. Students may be tasked with earning Rs 10,000 per semester. The course will launch in specific programs in 2025-26, expanding later.