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Haryana CM Appeals to Restore Punjabs Glory

Chandigarh, June 25: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini addressed the people from the sacred land of Sri Muktsar Sahib in Punjab on Wednesday. He urged them to regain their lost pride and work towards making the state number one in the country through development, good governance, and politics driven by national interest. Paying homage ... Read more Haryana CM Appeals to Restore Punjabs Glory

Morningstar 25 Jun 2026 12:17 am

Punjab SC Commission Summons Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu for Casteist Remarks

Chandigarh, June 25: Railway Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu appeared before the Punjab State Scheduled Caste Commission on June 24, following allegations of making casteist remarks against police officers. He submitted a written apology during the hearing. Commission Chairman Jasveer Singh Gadhi instructed Bittu to visit four locations associated with the Scheduled Caste community to express ... Read more Punjab SC Commission Summons Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu for Casteist Remarks

Morningstar 25 Jun 2026 12:11 am

Hansi water row escalates, villagers stall work at site

The Times of India 24 Jun 2026 11:19 pm

Punjab BJP Claims Viral Video of CM Bhagwant Mann Tied to Religious Sentiments

Chandigarh, June 24: Sunil Jakhar, former president of the Punjab Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), stated on social media that the viral video of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is not a political issue but one related to religious sentiments. In his post on X, Jakhar emphasized that the video does not pertain to politics. Instead, it ... Read more Punjab BJP Claims Viral Video of CM Bhagwant Mann Tied to Religious Sentiments

Morningstar 24 Jun 2026 11:02 pm

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann Accused of Being a Liar and Alcoholic by Bikram Singh Majithia

Chandigarh, June 24: Amidst the controversy surrounding a viral video allegedly linked to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majithia labeled him a liar and alcoholic on Wednesday, questioning his disgraceful actions. The dispute intensified following allegations of forgery related to the forensic report of the video. Speaking to ... Read more Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann Accused of Being a Liar and Alcoholic by Bikram Singh Majithia

Morningstar 24 Jun 2026 10:41 pm

The many layers of Bhagwant Mann 'sacrilege' video row: Akal Takht verdict, forensic claims, FIR and political fallout

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann accused the BJP of pressuring forensic labs to falsely claim he paid for a fake report clearing him in a sacrilege video controversy. He maintains the viral video is fabricated and doesn't show him. Meanwhile, Gurugram police arrested two individuals for allegedly preparing fake AI-generated reports at the behest of Punjab government officers, escalating the political fallout.

The Times of India 24 Jun 2026 9:26 pm

Pathankot on high alert ahead of Amarnath Yatra, security grid intensified

Pathankot is bolstering security for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra, commencing July 3. Intensified flag marches, vehicle checks, and round-the-clock patrols are underway across the district, a sensitive area bordering Jammu and Kashmir and near the international border. Security forces, in coordination with the Army and BSF, are focused on ensuring the safe passage of pilgrims and maintaining law and order, urging public vigilance against suspicious activities.

The Times of India 24 Jun 2026 7:11 pm

Opposition trying to defame me, says Mann; claims his fake videos being released

CHANDIGARH: Amid the video row, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Wednesday rejected allegations that the forensic report that gave a clean chit to him was fabricated and lashed out at the opposition parties, alleging that they have joined hands to defame him. Manns remarks came a day after the Haryana Police arrested two men []

Kashmir Reader 24 Jun 2026 6:50 pm

Political Turmoil in Punjab Over Alleged Fake Video of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann

Chandigarh, June 24: A political storm has erupted in Punjab over an alleged fake video involving Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. The Congress party has demanded his resignation, while the Punjab government has dismissed these claims as a result of cheap politics, asserting that there is a conspiracy to tarnish the Chief Ministers image. Health Minister ... Read more Political Turmoil in Punjab Over Alleged Fake Video of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann

Morningstar 24 Jun 2026 1:06 pm

Punjab man shoots aunt, 13-year-old cousin and friend dead before shooting self; land dispute suspected

In a tragic turn of events in Gurdaspur, Punjab, a 35-year-old man named Manjot Singh is alleged to have shot his aunt, her young son, and a friend before taking his own life. Authorities suspect that the violent act was rooted in a land dispute. Investigations are ongoing to piece together the details surrounding this heart-wrenching incident in Mundi Kalar village.

The Times of India 24 Jun 2026 12:58 pm

IAS officer held for siphoning Rs 60 crore from Haryana govt a/cs

Haryana's education and agriculture departments saw another IAS officer, Pankaj Aggarwal, arrested in a Rs 60.5 crore funds swindle. He allegedly approved opening bank accounts and transferred vast sums, violating guidelines. This arrest follows that of former Panchkula municipal commissioner RK Singh, with both cases linked to a larger Rs 593 crore scam across eight state departments. The CBI is investigating the alleged siphoning of funds through shell entities.

The Times of India 24 Jun 2026 7:45 am

Haryana Chief Minister Launches Auto Mutation System and Paperless Listing 2.0

Chandigarh, June 24: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini launched the Auto Mutation System and Paperless Listing 2.0 on Tuesday. This initiative is seen as a significant step towards good governance, transparency, and digital administration in the state. Residents will no longer need to submit separate applications for land record mutations. They can now download ... Read more Haryana Chief Minister Launches Auto Mutation System and Paperless Listing 2.0

Morningstar 24 Jun 2026 1:16 am

Driver claims Rs 1.54L robbery; police flag discrepancies

The Times of India 24 Jun 2026 1:00 am

SIR awareness drive for PwDs held at Aasha Kiran

The Times of India 24 Jun 2026 1:00 am

Mayor, MLA launch ward meetings to plug civic gaps

List Of Pending Works To Be Drawn Up; Officials To Be Held Accountable For Delays

The Times of India 24 Jun 2026 12:59 am

Panchkula MC offers 100% interest waiver on property tax dues till June 30

Civic Body Urges Owners To Clear Pending Liabilities; Camps To Aid Verification, Payments

The Times of India 24 Jun 2026 12:55 am

Farmers plan 10-day march against US deal from Aug 15

The Times of India 24 Jun 2026 12:34 am

Mann clip: BJP misused Haryana Police, alleges AAP

The Times of India 24 Jun 2026 12:29 am

CBI arrests 2nd IAS officer in Hry funds scam

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 11:24 pm

SUV driver refuses toll fee, runs over manager twice

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 11:19 pm

Ynagar cops seize smack worth crores, 4 held

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 11:14 pm

Two held for killing senior citizen during theft bid

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 11:09 pm

Punjab BJP President Writes to World Bank Chief on Rural Economy Concerns

Chandigarh, June 23: Punjab BJP President Kaul Singh Dhillon has written to World Bank Chief Ajay Banga, welcoming his recent comments on Punjabs rural economy. Dhillon stated that Bangas remarks have sparked an important discussion on the economic realities of Punjab, which should be addressed seriously rather than through political blame games. In his letter, ... Read more Punjab BJP President Writes to World Bank Chief on Rural Economy Concerns

Morningstar 23 Jun 2026 9:07 pm

Toll manager killed after SUV runs him over during toll dispute in Haryana

A toll manager was tragically killed at the Badopatti toll plaza on the Hisar-Sirsa National Highway after a dispute over toll charges. The deceased, Sanjay Shukla, was allegedly run over by an SUV by individuals claiming exemption from payment. The incident escalated with threats and assault, leading to the fatal encounter. Police have registered a murder case and are actively searching for the accused.

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 8:36 pm

Removal of T-point triggers violent protests in Hansi; local authorities face backlash against unfulfilled water promises

Fresh tension erupted in Channot village after authorities removed an allegedly illegal T-point water connection late Monday night. Protests led to police using tear gas and lathicharge, injuring an ASI. This reignited a long-standing water dispute, despite villagers believing their demands were accepted earlier. Officials maintain the connection was unauthorized, while promising alternative water supply arrangements for the village.

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 8:25 pm

PWD contractor dies by suicide in Hisar; poliec suspects use of licensed firearm

A 30-year-old contractor, Aman Sharma, reportedly died by suicide at his Hisar residence on Tuesday. Police suspect he used his licensed firearm. Family members, present at the time, discovered him unresponsive. Sharma had recently stepped away from his contracting business due to financial losses. Investigations are ongoing, with statements from family being recorded.

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 8:10 pm

7 Chandigarh University Students Win Prestigious IndiaAI Fellowship Awarded by the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology

7 Chandigarh University Students Win Prestigious IndiaAI Fellowship Awarded by the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology

The Hindu 23 Jun 2026 7:30 pm

UT eyes high-rise development in 17 peripheral pockets via CMP tweaks

Officials Project It As Key Mechanism For Implementing Long-Pending Plans

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 6:09 pm

IDFC First scam: CBI arrests senior IAS officer for embezzling 60 crore

The case is part of a CBI investigation into embezzlement of 657 crore from the accounts of the Haryana government and Chandigarh administration maintained at IDFC First Bank

The Hindu Businessline 23 Jun 2026 11:42 am

AAP govt revamps 2015 sacrilege SIT, names Bathinda DIG chief

Punjab's AAP government has reshuffled the special investigation team (SIT) tasked with probing the 2015 sacrilege incidents, appointing Bathinda range DIG Harjeet Singh as its chairman. This development occurs as the same officer joins another SIT investigating the Behbal Kalan police firing cases. The reconstituted SIT is directed to expedite its investigation into the deeply sensitive cases that have seen multiple leadership changes and legal hurdles over the years.

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 10:07 am

CBI Arrests Senior IAS Officer in IDFC First Bank Fund Misuse Case

New Delhi, June 23: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested IAS officer Pankaj Agarwal in connection with the misuse of government funds linked to IDFC First Banks Chandigarh Sector 32 branch. The arrest was made on Monday, and Agarwal is set to be presented in court today, Tuesday. The CBI took over the ... Read more CBI Arrests Senior IAS Officer in IDFC First Bank Fund Misuse Case

Udaipur Kiran 23 Jun 2026 9:59 am

CBI arrests IAS Pankaj Agarwal in Haryana govt funds misappropriation case

A top Haryana IAS officer, Pankaj Agarwal, has been apprehended by the CBI. He is accused of misusing government funds from accounts held by the Haryana School Shiksha Pariyojna Parishad and the Haryana State Agriculture Marketing Board at a Chandigarh bank. The investigation centers on the alleged diversion of these substantial sums. Agarwal is slated to appear in court today.

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 9:33 am

Petrol bomb hurled at BJP leader's husband Dr Tarsem Garg's clinic in Punjab

Unidentified assailants on a motorbike hurled a petrol bomb at Dr. Tarsem Garg's clinic in Bathinda late Monday night. The fiery projectile landed in the courtyard, causing minor damage to a parked scooter but no injuries. Dr. Garg, whose wife is a BJP nominee and whose clinic is near the RSS district office, expressed bewilderment regarding the motive. Authorities have launched an investigation, forming teams to apprehend the culprits.

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 9:18 am

Accused in 2025 kidnapping-murder case denied bail

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 2:00 am

PUs Meghalaya PhD row: Complaint in 2013, Action in 2026

Scrutiny Shifts From Degrees To PUs Handling of Controversy

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 1:32 am

Bailable warrants against BDPO in pending RTI case

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 1:13 am

Pathankot teen who died in New York accident cremated

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 1:03 am

Punjab facing crisis on multiple fronts, claims Randhawa

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 12:58 am

Double murder convict shot dead in Sonipat encounter

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 12:53 am

BJP selling jobs of Haryana, alleges Hooda

The Times of India 23 Jun 2026 12:53 am

Haryana Cabinet Approves Online Transfer Policy and Expands Womens Commission

Chandigarh, June 23: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, the Haryana Cabinet approved the Model Online Transfer Policy (MOTP) and the Teachers Transfer Policy (TTP) on Monday. The aim is to enhance the utilization of human resources, increase employee satisfaction, improve administrative efficiency, and strengthen public service delivery. Under the new policy, ... Read more Haryana Cabinet Approves Online Transfer Policy and Expands Womens Commission

Morningstar 23 Jun 2026 12:16 am

2 killed as motorcycles collide head-on in Fatehabad

The Times of India 22 Jun 2026 11:33 pm

Pipeline tap sparks fresh water dispute in Hansi; FIR filed

The Times of India 22 Jun 2026 11:33 pm

NEET aspirant dies by suicide in Hisar hours before exam

The Times of India 22 Jun 2026 11:23 pm

Punjab cabinet eases capital subsidy norms to boost industry

The Times of India 22 Jun 2026 11:18 pm

AAP MP Claims BJP Ideology Will Not Succeed in Punjab

Chandigarh, June 22: The political rhetoric between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has intensified ahead of the Punjab Assembly elections in 2027. AAP MP Malwinder Singh Kang asserted that the BJPs influence will not take root in Punjab during BJP National President Nitin Nabins visit to the state. Nitin ... Read more AAP MP Claims BJP Ideology Will Not Succeed in Punjab

Morningstar 22 Jun 2026 9:46 pm

Punjab Cabinet Approves Ordinance to Regulate Fee Hikes in Private Schools

Chandigarh, June 22: The Punjab Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, approved an ordinance on Monday aimed at regulating fee increases in private schools that do not receive government aid. This move also involves changes to industrial incentive regulations and aims to strengthen digital governance. According to the Chief Ministers office, the Cabinet has ... Read more Punjab Cabinet Approves Ordinance to Regulate Fee Hikes in Private Schools

Morningstar 22 Jun 2026 9:06 pm

Punjab Government Caps Private School Fees at 5% Annual Increase

Chandigarh, June 22: The Punjab government has announced that private schools in the state will not be allowed to raise their fees by more than 5% annually. This decision was revealed by the Bhagwant Mann administration. Punjab Cabinet Ministers Harjot Singh Bains and Harpal Singh Cheema discussed the new fee structure for schools. During a ... Read more Punjab Government Caps Private School Fees at 5% Annual Increase

Morningstar 22 Jun 2026 8:02 pm