Bhakna's image will also appear in community-painted mural
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Govt’s sluggish prep puts locals on edge again
Farmers protested low water levels in the Gang Canal, burning effigies of Rajasthan's Chief Minister and the Prime Minister. They marched due to only 400 cusecs of water being released, far below the June quota of 2,500 cusecs set by the BBMB. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Raghav Goyal from Abohar achieved an All-India Rank of 87 in NEET UG 2025, scoring 648/720. Previously, he topped the ICSE Class X exam in Punjab with 99.6%, securing second AIR nationally. He also scored 92% in the Punjab School Education Board Class XII (medical stream). (This summary is generated via AI.)
Government school students in Punjab excelled in competitive exams. 474 students cleared NEET, while 265 qualified for JEE (Mains) and 44 for JEE (Advanced). Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains credited the students' hard work and teachers' dedication for this success, highlighting the government's focus on quality education. (This summary is generated via AI.)
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A senior BJP leader in Punjab stated that people want the BJP to form the next government in 2027 in alliance with a regional party, possibly the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD). He believes PM Modi can address Punjab's issues. This follows similar sentiments from other BJP and Akali leaders about potential future alliances. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Abohar police arrested Kuldeep Singh Deepu's wife, her friend, and a hired man in connection to his murder. Deepu was found dead near Guru Kripa Ashram. Investigation revealed his wife, Shimla Rani, was having an affair, leading to marital tension. Deepu left home with an excuse of urgent work, and his body was later discovered with injuries. (This summary is generated via AI.)
The Food Corporation of India (FCI) is currently very busy. It's receiving milled rice and dispatching it from Punjab to other states to create storage space. They have already moved 10 LMT of rice in May and will dispatch 14 LMT this month. FCI aims to receive all rice by July-end. Punjab godowns currently have 7 LMT free space, 60 LMT old rice, and 100 LMT wheat. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Major target killing plot foiled by Mohali special cell cops
Partap Singh Bajwa criticized the BJP for sending Haryana CM Saini to campaign in Punjab, accusing them of attempting to divide society. Bajwa cited Saini's 'anti-Punjab policies,' including the Haryana Police's actions against protesting farmers and efforts to deny Punjab its water rights. He called Saini's presence an insult and accused the BJP of exploiting divisions for political gain. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Preventing heavy groundwater depletion
Raghav Goyal of Abohar achieved AIR 87 in NEET UG 2025 with a score of 648/720. Previously, he topped the ICSE Class X in Punjab with 99.6% (AIR 2) and scored 92% in his Class XII medical stream exams. He preferred online home study and focused on his studies without distractions. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Punjab experienced near-normal day temperatures with light rain in several districts, attributed to weather disturbances. Rainfall in June is 22% below average. Bathinda remains the hottest at 42.2°C, down from recent highs. Temperatures were previously above normal. The forecast predicts light to moderate rain with thunderstorms and gusty winds until June 20. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Delhi CM slams ruling party chief Kejriwal, says he can’t stay without power
HEART OF PUNJAB: What vigilantes like Amritpal Mehron do is to take this vulnerability and mix it up with a misplaced sense of moral superiority so as to justify violence — murder becomes a justified, if extreme, form of punishment
Rana KP Singh urged the Jal Shakti Ministry to complete the Bhakra Dam project as originally planned by the British. The initial plan included dams on the Swan, Mindhawan, and Sirsa rivers to manage floods, generate power, and support irrigation, but financial constraints and the 1962 war halted the construction of these additional dams. He believes constructing these dams is essential. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Hisar recorded a maximum temperature of 39°C
He takes over from Dharminder Singh Gill, who has successfully completed his two-year tenure as president
The institute has attracted funding of Rs 600 crore from different sources and published 1,056 research papers
Police seize one Zigana .30 bore pistol (Turkish made) and nine live cartridges during the operation, says the DGP
The National Investigation Agency took over the case from Punjab Police in March 2025
Police seek deportation of Mehron; murder of Kamal Kaur Bhabhi was planned months ago
Sangrur police busted a theft gang responsible for approximately 100 thefts of GUC-1 devices from mobile phone towers in seven Punjab districts. Four gang members were arrested, and two others were nominated. Police recovered 31 GUC-1 cards and a car. The arrested individuals, employed by telecom companies, admitted to the thefts. (This summary is generated via AI.)
The Anandpur Sahib hydel canal is severely neglected, causing revenue loss for PSPCL. Lack of cleaning and maintenance leads to frequent shutdowns and lost power generation. A proposed capacity upgrade for an extra 5MW of power has been ignored due to budget and manpower constraints, despite its economic benefits. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini faced protests in Ludhiana due to Haryana's alleged misuse of Punjab's water. Protesters, angered by water-sharing disputes, accused Haryana of exploiting Punjab's resources. The issue of water rights has become central to the Ludhiana West byelection, with the AAP government vowing to protect Punjab's water share. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Alka Lamba, campaigning for Bharat Bhushan Ashu, criticized Arvind Kejriwal, accusing him of prioritizing personal gain over Punjab's welfare. Lamba, formerly an AAP MLA, claimed AAP's governance failed, pointing to unfulfilled promises, rising drug-related deaths, increased state debt, and alleged misuse of resources. Ashu also questioned Kejriwal's cabinet minister selection. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Will reappear in the comedy show after a gap of six years
Two Ludhiana fathers, Rashpal Singh and Amarjeet Singh, supported their sons, Mehtab and Arshpreet, to succeed in the challenging JEE exams despite financial hardships. Both fathers worked tirelessly, Rashpal as a farmer and Amarjeet as a tire repairman, sacrificing to provide for their sons' education and aspirations. Their sons' achievements honor their unwavering dedication. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Punjab Congress leaders allege a conspiracy behind the recent damage to BR Ambedkar statues. They accuse the government of corruption related to a land pooling policy and increased state debt. The opposition also claims widespread corruption in the mining sector involving AAP leaders. (This summary is generated via AI.)
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