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Man Dies After Medicine, Chemist Held In Ludhiana
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Sachin Pilot to tour Punjab, to meet gangster-hit families
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Oct 15 (IANS) AICC General Secretary and in-charge of Punjab, Sachin Pilot, will undertake a five-day visit across the state from October 16 to meet families who have lost loved ones to gangster violence and the breakdown of law and order in the state, the party said on Thursday. He said his visit would cover multiple districts, comprising Moga, Bathinda, Mansa, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Kapurthala, Hoshiarpur, Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Tarn Taran and Amritsar. In each district, Pilot will visit homes of bereaved families, offer condolences, and listen to their accounts of the crimes and of the response they have received from the police and the state government. Many of these killings have been claimed by or linked to organised gangs. Several families have waited months, and some years, for arrests, chargesheets or a fair trial. The purpose of the visit is to give these families a voice. The Congress will carry their demand for justice to the public, to the state government and, where needed, to the courts. Pilot will highlight the steady deterioration of law and order in Punjab, which has unequivocally eroded any moral right of the current AAP government to remain in office. Newly appointed Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee (PPCC) President Pargat Singh on October 11 assumed office in Chandigarh, pledging to fight for the rights, dignity and better future of the people of the state. Speaking on the occasion, the state Congress chief said the real strength of the state lay in its ordinary citizens: farmers who feed the country, young people struggling to secure their future, traders and business owners who contribute to the state's economy, and families aspiring to a safe, dignified and better life. He added that the Congress had a responsibility not merely to contest elections but also to become the voice of the people and stand firmly for their rights. The people of Punjab are waiting for their rights, justice and a secure future. It is our responsibility to meet the expectations of every section, from farmers to young people. The Congress is united, and our struggle is against a system that has failed to secure people's rightful entitlements, he had added.
Season's first snowfall blankets J&K's higher reaches; snow-clearing ops begin at Pir Panjal
Srinagar , Oct 15 : The upper reaches of Doda district in Jammu and Kashmir witnessed the first snowfall of the season on Thursday, while fresh snowfall blanketed Gurez Valley in Bandipora district and Pir Ki Gali in the Pir Panjal Range, bringing down temperatures across the region. In Doda, snowfall and cloudy conditions covered the mountainous landscape, marking the onset of winter-like conditions in the higher reaches. In north Kashmir's Gurez Valley, fresh snowfall blanketed the mountainous region in white, with around two inches of snow recorded in the plains and four to five inches in the higher reaches. Dawar, Tulail, Bagtore, Tragbal and Razdan Top also witnessed fresh snowfall, transforming the surrounding landscape. Following the snowfall at Razdan Top and other higher reaches, the 85-km-long Bandipora-Gurez road has been closed to vehicular traffic. The snowfall has raised concerns over road safety amid falling temperatures and slippery conditions. Travellers have been advised to follow official weather and traffic advisories and avoid using the route until authorities confirm the resumption of vehicular movement. Meanwhile, the Border Roads Organisation's 79 Road Construction Company (RCC) initiated snow-clearing operations at Pir Ki Gali after the season's first snowfall in the Pir Panjal Range, aiming to clear the route for traffic between Poonch and Kashmir. Elsewhere, fresh snowfall in the Dhauladhar mountain range and continuous rainfall in Dharamshala have brought a sharp drop in temperatures, leaving tourists and residents grappling with unusually cold weather. Dharamshala recorded a minimum temperature of 6 degrees Celsius, while the maximum remained around 11 degrees Celsius, prompting residents and visitors to seek warmer clothing. The sudden change in weather caught several tourists unprepared. Madhav and Vishvas, who travelled to Dharamshala from Ludhiana in Punjab, told ANI that they had not anticipated such cold conditions. We were not aware that the weather would be so cold here. We never expected such conditions. The shops are still closed, and we are shivering while waiting for them to open. We will have to buy some warm clothes, which will certainly disturb our budget, they said.
Assailants robbed cash by injuring one
HarSimrat Kaur Demands Resignation of Punjab CM Over Drug Trafficking in Ludhiana Jail
HarSimrat Kaur criticizes Punjab government for drug trafficking issues in Ludhiana jail and calls for CM Bhagwant Manns resignation. HarSimrat Kaur Demands Resignation of Punjab CM Over Drug Trafficking in Ludhiana Jail
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Bhagat Singh-Like Photo On Ludhiana Voter Roll Sparks Row, Authorities Clarify
A photograph resembling freedom fighter Bhagat Singh in Ludhiana Easts draft voter roll triggered criticism.
Veteran Bollywood actor Raza Murad, who has worked in over 500 films, first came to Kashmir in 1976 and has been returning ever since for shoots, for his honeymoon on a houseboat, and later with his daughter. In a candid conversation with Rising Kashmirs Idrees Bukhtiyar, he recalled the golden era of film shootings in Gulmarg, Yusmarg and Srinagar. He credited Shammi Kapoor's Junglee for putting Kashmir on Bollywood's map, questioned why people rush to Switzerland when Kashmir is far more beautiful, admitted his love for Goshtaba, and said that while much has changed over the decades, Kashmir remains an emotion timeless, beautiful, and always welcoming. Q: Do you remember your first trip to Kashmir? Raza Murad: Yes, very clearly. I first came to Kashmir in 1976. We were shooting in Ludhiana and one of my close friends, actor Satish Kaul, who is originally from Kashmir, suggested we visit. After the shoot, we took a flight from Amritsar to Srinagar and stayed at Nedous Hotel. I was here for four days, and from then on, I kept coming back. Q: How was it shooting in Kashmir those days? Raza Murad: In 1977, Kishore Kumar was making a film called Door Wadiyon Mein Kahin. The shooting was held in Gulmarg, and we stayed at the Highland Park Hotel. Another schedule was shot in Yusmarg. Later, I worked in Khuddar with Amitabh Bachchan. I remember we had to shoot a court scene, and for that, a courtroom set was created inside Nedous Hotel in Srinagar. Many actors were visiting Kashmir at that time - it was a golden era for film shoots in the valley. Q: What personal memories do you have of Kashmir? Raza Murad: Absolutely. The year after, I got married, and I came here again for my honeymoon. We stayed in a houseboat - it was a magical experience. Later, I returned with my daughter because she always wanted to see Kashmir. Q: You often compare Kashmir to Switzerland. Why? Raza Murad: I honestly dont understand why people run to Switzerland. Our Kashmir is far more beautiful than Switzerland -whether its the lakes, mountains, or snow. In the 1990s, unrest had stopped film producers from coming here, and we had to recreate Srinagar in places like Kullu and Manali. But now, the situation has improved, and filmmakers once again love to shoot in Kashmir. Q: J&K government has been promoting film tourism. Do you think that's needed? Raza Murad: I remember when Mehbooba Mufti, the former chief minister, came to Mumbai to announce the film policy. I was present at that meeting. Kashmir doesnt need recommendations -filmmakers themselves want to shoot here. They are drawn by the sheer beauty: the lakes, the gardens, the snow-covered mountains. Q: In your view, who brought Kashmir into Bollywoods limelight? Raza Murad: If anyone deserves credit, it is Shammi Kapoor. His film Junglee, which was among the first colour films shot here, marked the beginning of Kashmirs journey in Bollywood. He later shot Kashmir Ki Kali, Janwar, and many more films here. I personally feel there should be a colony or a road named after him in Srinagar because he played such a pivotal role in promoting Kashmir through cinema. Q: How do you find Kashmir today compared to your earlier visits? Raza Murad: Kashmir has changed a lot. Many new stores and facilities have opened. When I came with my daughter in 1995, there were no mobile phones here. We had to go to a PCO to make a call. Now, things are very different. Q: Any favourite Kashmiri delicacies? Raza Murad: Yes, I love to eat Goshtaba whenever I am here - that is my absolute favourite. Q: And the places youve enjoyed the most in the valley? Raza Murad: Ive been to Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Dal Lake, the Mughal Gardens, Shankaracharya Temple, and, of course, the Lalit Hotel. Each place has its own charm. But for me, Kashmir as a whole is an emotion - timeless, beautiful, and always welcoming.
Director Agriculture Kashmir flags off farmers group for exposure visit
Srinagar, Oct 12: Director Agriculture Kashmir, Sartaj Ahmad Shah, today flagged off a group of 45 progressive farmers from different zones of Srinagar district for an exposure visit and capacity-building programme to Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana. The exposure visit has been organised by Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare Department, District Srinagar, under the HADP project, Promotion of aromatic and medicinal plants. While interacting with the farmers on the occasion, the Director said that the main objective of this exposure visit cum capacity building programme is to train the local farmers in the niche sector of medicinal and aromatic plants for a gradual shift from survival livelihood to high return agribusiness. As Kashmir offers unique agro-climatic conditions for the cultivation of aromatic and medicinal plants, this exposure visit will provide an opportunity for the trainees to explore new income-generating avenues in Lavender, Rosemary, and specialised aromatic and medicinal plants that thrive locally. Director Agriculture stressed to the participants to take full advantage of this opportunity so that they get acquainted with the latest high-value varieties of medicinal and aromatic plants, their nursery management, post-harvest Extraction and processing, besides exploring market dynamics. Chief Agriculture Officer Srinagar, Aijaz Hassan Mir, Sub-Divisional Agriculture Officer Srinagar and other senior officers of the department were present on the occasion.
From Homemaker to Dairy Entrepreneur: Punjab Woman Builds Thriving Business Through Innovation
Starting with a small milk-selling operation at home, Ludhianas Rupinder Kaur Grewal has built The post From Homemaker to Dairy Entrepreneur: Punjab Woman Builds Thriving Business Through Innovation appeared first on Khalsa Vox .
Probe Agency Summons Ludhiana Top Cop In Case Linked To Bhagwant Mann Viral Video
The case stems from an FIR registered by Gurugram Police, which arrested two men, Arun Mehandru and Ankit, for allegedly fabricating forensic and cyber analysis reports claiming that the controversial video of Mann was AI-generated.
Controversy Erupts in Ludhiana Over Voter List Featuring Freedom Fighters Image
A voter list in Ludhiana allegedly features an image of Bhagat Singh, sparking demands for an investigation from Congress leaders. Controversy Erupts in Ludhiana Over Voter List Featuring Freedom Fighters Image
11-month-old girl sexually assaulted in Ludhiana; accused on run
Ludhiana: Man Booked For Allegedly Assaulting Infant
Police in Ludhiana have booked a 35-year-old man, Sanjay Kumar, for allegedly sexually assaulting an 11-month-old girl. The incident was reported on Saturday, and the accused is currently absconding. A case has been registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and POCSO Act.
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Delhi CM slams Arvind Kejriwal for hollow promise to check stubble burning in Punjab
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday hit out at Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal for betraying Punjab farmers and not offering any solution to stubble burning that adds to air pollution in north India during winter. Taking to his official X account, the Delhi Chief Minister shared a video of stubble burning in Punjab's Tarn Taran and reminded Kejriwal of his promise to resolved the problem that adds to air pollution in the National Capital Region (NCR). She accused Kejriwal, a former Delhi Chief Minister himself, of lack of intent and willpower to find a collective solution with Punjab farmers, despite the Centre providing resources for the purpose. In her message on X, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said, Kejriwal ji had said, give me one year, and I'll stop the burning of stubble in Punjab. Years passed by. Farmers kept waiting for help, and the 'AAP'da government, instead of freeing them from the compulsion to burn stubble, just left them to fend for themselves. Stubble burning has started again in Tarn Taran. The Central government provided funds, gave machines, offered subsidies, yet Bhagwant Mann ji and Kejriwal ji's 'AAP'da government couldn't even manage arrangements on the ground, she added. Resources were fully provided, but intent, willpower, and accountability all three have failed. The people of Delhi have rejected Kejriwal ji. Is he now venting the frustration of that crushing defeat on the people of Delhi? CM Gupta asked. Highlighting that efforts are being made in the NCR to curb air pollution, the Delhi CM said, We are working day and night to roll out new solutions on the ground to clean up Delhi's air. Meanwhile, in Punjab, the fire from stubble burning has exposed the 'AAP'da government's true colours. No preparation, no solutions. Just false promises and betrayal of the farmers. Earlier, the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM) has deployed of flying squads in 18 districts across Punjab to monitor stubble burning, a statement said. The deployment, from October 1 to November 30, has been structured in successive phases, with flying squads assigned to respective districts for different deployment periods to ensure sustained field-level monitoring throughout the paddy harvesting season 2026, it added. The deployment of flying squads in Punjab covers key paddy-producing districts, including Sangrur, Tarn Taran, Firozpur, Muktsar, Bathinda, Amritsar, Moga, Mansa, Fazilka, Patiala, Ludhiana, Kapurthala, Faridkot, Barnala, Malerkotla, Gurdaspur, Jalandhar and Fatehgarh Sahib, it said. The teams will coordinate with farmers, Parali Protection Force, district-level authorities, state government nodal officers, officers of the respective State Pollution Control Boards, the CAQM Cell at SAS Nagar and the Commission, the statement said.
Sambit Patra targets Punjab govt over crime, cites HC-ordered CBI probe
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sambit Patra on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, alleging corruption and a deteriorating law-and-order situation following a Punjab and Haryana High Court direction for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into corruption allegations against the Chief Ministers OSD and others. Addressing a press conference at the BJPs central office in New Delhi, Patra alleged that law and order has collapsed, and corruption has reached its peak in Punjab. He referred to the High Courts direction for a CBI investigation into allegations of corruption against Chief Minister Bhagwant Manns OSD, Ranbir Singh Ghuman, and others. Patra claimed that allegations had been made that Ghuman and certain other officials facilitated the delivery of government benefits in exchange for bribes or commissions. He said the court had directed the CBI to carry the inquiry forward, complete the investigation within two months and submit its report. The BJP MP from Odishas Puri Lok Sabha constituency also referred to what he described as four murders and attacks on police personnel in Punjab in the past 48 hours and sought answers from Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, Arvind Kejriwal and the AAP regarding corruption and the law-and-order situation. Briefing the media, Patra cited an incident on Sunday evening in Amritsar in which social media influencer and makeup artist Mad Sandhu was murdered. He also referred to three murders in Ludhiana within a span of 48 hours, including that of a former sarpanch. According to Patra, Sarpanch Navtej Singh of Malewal village was murdered on Saturday evening, while 29-year-old Laddi Khan of Mullanpur Dakha village was shot dead. He further stated that another murder took place in Anant Vihar Colony, Sahnewal, Ludhiana, where 35-year-old Dinesh Kumar was allegedly stabbed to death. Accusing Arvind Kejriwal and the AAP of double standards, Patra claimed that if a similar situation had occurred in a BJP-ruled state, the party would have organised rallies, held press conferences and demanded dismissal of the government. He further alleged that even police personnel were not safe in Punjab. When police officers themselves are being killed, who will take responsibility for the safety of ordinary citizens? Patra asked. Patra cited several incidents involving attacks on police personnel. He said that on February 22 this year, ASI Gurnam Singh was shot dead at the Aandhiyan Police Post in Gurdaspur district and Home Guard Ashok Kumar was also killed on the same day. He further stated that on May 24, in Hamza village under Fatehgarh Churian on the Majitha Road in Amritsar district, ASI Joga Singh was allegedly killed while on duty by assailants on a scooter. Patra also claimed that ASI Harjit Singh was killed on September 18. He added that five days later, an attempt was made on the life of ASI Jaswant Singh, who narrowly escaped. According to Patra, ASI Sukhchain Singh also came under gunfire on Sunday but survived. We have highlighted the number of police personnel who have been killed, Patra said, while also referring to incidents of firing at police stations.
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Ex-Sarpanch Murdered In Ludhiana
A former sarpanch, Navjeet Singh Neetu, was fatally shot by two bike-borne assailants in Ludhiana's Ladhowal area. Police suspect the murder was a result of an ongoing land dispute between two families. An investigation is underway, and seven persons have been booked in connection with the case.
Former sarpanch shot dead in Punjab's Ludhiana by bike-borne assailants
A 55-year-old former village sarpanch was allegedly shot dead in Punjabs Ludhiana by bike-borne assailants on Saturday. The incident happened around 6:30 PM, when victim Navtej Singh alias Neetu was returning home to Krishna Nagar...
'Hit by nearly 10 bullets': Former sarpanch shot dead by masked bikers in Ludhiana
Former sarpanch Navjeet Singh Neetu was brutally gunned down by unknown assailants on Saturday evening. While driving home, his vehicle was targeted, receiving multiple rounds of gunfire, resulting in about 10 injuries that led to his death shortly after reaching the hospital. Investigators are looking into a land dispute as a potential motive, and an FIR will be filed once the victim's family's statements are collected.
Car rammed, 3 bullets to chest: Ludhiana youth shot dead in attack targeting friend
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The driver, identified as Ladi Khan of Bhundri village, sustained multiple bullet injuries and died in the attack.
Raja Warring, MP from Ludhiana, resigned as Punjab Congress president on September 30, about six months before the 2027 Assembly elections, ending a tenure that began in April 2022 and was marked in recent months by open rivalry between his camp and Charanjit Singh Channi's.
Punjab Congress leader Warring meets Rahul Gandhi, submits resignation
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 2 (IANS) Punjab Congress leader Amarinder Singh Raja Warring on Friday said he met Rahul Gandhi, and he gave him his resignation from the post of Punjab President amid developments surrounding the leadership of the partys state unit. He (Rahul) gave me a lot of love. He sought information about the situation in Punjab, what is happening with the government, and what we should do. I shared with him my four-and-a-half years of experience as the state President How we have to fight those challenges, and where our strengths are.... There was this entire discussion with him, Warring told the media after meeting the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha. Before the meeting, Warring said, I am going to meet the boss. I have always said whats in my heart to Rahul-ji. The Congress leadership is yet to formally announce his successor. The meeting comes a day after Warring indicated his exit from the post of Punjab Congress president by changing his social media bio to Former PPCC President. Warring had travelled to Delhi on Thursday evening amid speculation over his resignation and the appointment of a new state party chief. Speaking to the media in Delhi, Warring had said that he was no longer the president and expressed hope that whoever succeeds him would work actively for the party. His meeting with Rahul Gandhi assumes significance against the backdrop of prolonged factional differences within the Punjab Congress. The Congress high command has been holding consultations with state leaders to address internal differences and strengthen the organisation ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. Warring, the Ludhiana MP, has led the Punjab Congress for nearly four years. His departure from the state leadership marks an important organisational development for the party as it prepares for the upcoming electoral contest.
ICAR, FCI join hands for safe, sustainable management of storage pests in wheat and rice
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and the Food Corporation of India (FCI) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to undertake research on alternative fumigation technologies for safe and sustainable management of storage pests in wheat and rice, an official statement said on Thursday. India's critical grain reserves have relied heavily on aluminium phosphide (ALP) and malathion for post-harvest pest control. However, widespread and repeated use has led to severe consequences, including pest resistance frequencies reaching 72-100 per cent in key Indian states and escalating fumigation cycles that drive up operational costs. Furthermore, current chemical methods pose significant respiratory threats to workers and long-term ecological risks. This initiative seeks to directly address these challenges by standardizing the commercial use of nitrogen gas, carbon dioxide (CO2), and a synergistic combination of CO2 and phosphine. Three major trials will be conducted in Phase-I -- Nitrogen gas (>99 per cent) fumigation for effective management of storage pests in wheat stored in metal silos; combined carbon dioxide and phosphine gas fumigation for managing/controlling storage pests in wheat and rice stored in bags at FCI/CWC warehouses; and Carbon dioxide fumigation for managing/controlling storage pests in wheat and rice in bags enclosed in hermetic covers. Following the two-year Phase-I pilot, Phase-II will expand into a one-year multi-location trial across varied agro-climatic zones to establish region-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The initiative aims to develop scientifically validated, scalable and sustainable alternatives to conventional chemical fumigation, addressing concerns related to increasing pest resistance, occupational exposure, environmental impacts and fumigant residues, said the statement. The research study is supported by the Department of Food & Public Distribution (DFPD), Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution. The two-year Phase-I project will be implemented by ICARCentral Institute of Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology (CIPHET), Ludhiana.
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sept 30 (IANS) The AATS of Delhi Police's Dwarka District has busted an illegal international call centre operating from Vipin Garden, Uttam Nagar, and arrested five persons for targeting foreign nationals by impersonating Amazon and Apple technical support executives. Acting on specific intelligence, a team led by Inspector Manish Yadav, AATS Dwarka, under the supervision of ACP/Operations Subhash Malik, conducted discreet surveillance and technical verification of the suspected call centre. A raid was subsequently conducted during the intervening night of September 28 and 29, during which five persons were found involved in cyber fraud targeting foreign nationals. The operation was carried out following directions from DCP, Dwarka, Kushal Pal Singh, as part of a special drive against illegal call centres involved in fraudulent activities. A dedicated team comprising SIs Dhananjay Kumar and Jitender Singh, ASI Dev Kumar, Head Constables Inder Singh, Sandeep, Sonu, Manish, Manoj, Pradeep, and woman Head Constable Mamta was constituted to identify such establishments, ascertain their modus operandi and apprehend those involved. According to police, the accused contacted foreign nationals through VoIP applications, including MicroSIP, X-Lite and Google Voice, while posing as Amazon and Apple technical support executives. After gaining the victims' confidence, they induced them to install AnyDesk and other remote-access software and subsequently deceived them into making payments or divulging sensitive financial information. Police said 10 laptops, four mobile phones, two Wi-Fi routers, headsets and other calling accessories were recovered from the premises. Digital evidence, including Google Voice, MicroSIP, X-Lite and AnyDesk applications, international contact databases, call scripts, login credentials and other incriminating data, was also recovered. The accused have been identified as Simranjeet, 33, a resident of Ludhiana; Mark Martin, 47, of Gurugram; Elton John Salters, 43, of Kolkata; Abhishek S Abraham, 30, of Mehrauli, Delhi; and Anita, 34, of Kendrapara, Odisha. Police said Simranjeet worked as a call-centre operator and managed operational infrastructure, including allocating user IDs, passwords and other login credentials. Martin handled overseas calls and persuaded foreign victims by posing as a technical support executive. Salters operated multiple systems and communicated with foreign nationals through VoIP applications and had previously been involved in similar activities, Abraham allegedly worked as a call-centre agent involved in cyber fraud operations, while Anita allegedly worked as a caller and used a dedicated laptop to contact foreign nationals under fictitious identities. Of the five persons apprehended, one woman has been served a notice. A case has been registered under FIR No. 259/2026 dated September 29, under Sections 318(4), 319(2), 61(2) and 3(5) of the BNS and Sections 66(C) and 66(D) of the IT Act at Mohan Garden Police Station. Further investigation is underway.
Third Wave Coffee forays into Kerala with two outlets in Kochi
This market expansion complements the brands recent new market entries across Visakhapatnam, Jalandhar, Lucknow, and Ludhiana, further strengthening the presence across Indias high-potential emerging markets
Bhagat Singh To Punjab's Water: AAP Widens Its Political Campaign
The clearest example came in Ludhiana, where the AAP government organised 'Jashan-e-Inquilab' at Punjab Agricultural University to mark Bhagat Singh's birth anniversary.
Police arrest inter-state drug peddler in Jammu, heroin-like substance recovered
Jammu Tawi, Sept 29: Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested an inter-state drug peddler and recovered 21.04 grams of heroin-like substance from his possession in the Domana area of Jammu, police said on Tuesday. The accused, identified as Rohit Kumar, son of Tarsem Lal, a resident of Labour Colony, Jawahar Nagar Camp, Ludhiana, was apprehended by [] The post Police arrest inter-state drug peddler in Jammu, heroin-like substance recovered appeared first on Northlines .
PAU Jr. Field/ Lab Helper Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline
Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana (PAU) Recruitment 2026 for 1 post of Jr. Field/Lab Helper. Candidates Can Apply Offline. The last date to apply offline is 13-10-2026. The candidate shall apply offline through PAU official website.
From Punjab To Abu Dhabi: Who Is Canada's New UAE Ambassador Angad Singh Dhillon?
Angad Singh Dhillon, 35, a Chandigarh-born aide to Prime Minister Mark Carney with roots in Ghungrana, Ludhiana, has been named Canada's ambassador to the UAE.
Panjab University Regional Centre (UIL) Ludhiana will hold the 4th counselling for LL.M 1st semester 2026-27 on 29 September 2026, 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Check categories called, documents list, undertakings and instructions.
Punjab ministers attend Jashn-e-Inquilab in Ludhiana, criticise BJP
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Police Raid Home of Former SGPC Member Amid Rape Allegations
Police conducted a raid on the home of Amarjeet Singh Chawla in Ludhiana following serious rape allegations against him. Police Raid Home of Former SGPC Member Amid Rape Allegations
Thousands Swarm Ludhiana for Bageshwar Baba's Hanuman Katha: Massive Influx at GLADA Ground
Woman Alleges Drug Abuse by Husband During Punjabs Anti-Drug Campaign in Ludhiana
A woman claims her husband has been using and selling drugs for a decade, highlighting the urgent need for action against drug abuse in Punjab. Woman Alleges Drug Abuse by Husband During Punjabs Anti-Drug Campaign in Ludhiana
AAP alleges Centre misusing agencies ahead of assembly polls amid ED searches in Punjab
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema slammed the Centre over the the Enforcement Directorate's search operations in the state, accusing it of misusing probe agencies ahead of the state assembly polls. AAP workers on Thursday staged a protest outside the GMADA office and raised slogans against the Union government. The ED on Tuesday search operations at the offices of GMADA in Mohali; IAS officer and Principal Secretary, Housing and Urban Development, Vikas Garg; and a Delhi-based realty company as part of a money laundering investigation. The agency also searched the residence of the nephew of Punjab minister Hardeep Singh Mundian in Sahnewal in Ludhiana on Wednesday.
Ravneet Singh Bittu Detained In Ludhiana After Egg-Tomato Protest As Bhagwant Manns Convoy Passes
BJP leader and former Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu was detained by Ludhiana Police after protesting with eggs and tomatoes as Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Manns cavalcade passed through the city. Bittus office says he wanted to hand over material from an alleged attack on his convoy near Batala. Police claim he attempted to throw eggs and tomatoes at Manns convoy. Bittu has alleged that hundreds attacked his vehicles while he was travelling to Pathankot for the BJPs anti-drug yatra. The confrontation has intensified political tensions between the BJP and AAP in Punjab.
BJP's Ravneet Bittu detained in Ludhiana over protest near Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's convoy
Bharatiya Janata Party's senior leader Ravneet Singh Bittu was detained on Saturday while he was protesting near the gate of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in Ludhiana, as Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's conclave was passing through...
Ravneet Bittu detained after protesting near CM Manns cavalcade in Ludhiana
Digital Desk | Ludhiana, Sep 19 (IANS) Former Union Minister and BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu was detained by Punjab Police on Saturday after he protested near the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) gate when Chief Minister Bhagwant Manns cavalcade was passing through the area. Bittu held up a bottle towards the Chief Ministers convoy, saying that he was returning the bottle to the Chief Minister and asking him to enjoy his liquor while allowing Arvind Kejriwal to loot Punjab from Delhi. The incident took place as CM Mann arrived at PAU for the Kisan Mela. Bittu also returned the eggs and tomatoes that were allegedly thrown at his cavalcade near Batala town on Friday while he was travelling for the BJPs Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra. He had alleged that his convoy was attacked on Friday and that vehicles in his cavalcade were damaged. Speaking after the protest, Bittu said: Yesterday eggs and tomatoes were thrown at my cavalcade. Today I have returned them. If AAP workers are going to protest against BJP leaders, rallies and yatras, then BJP workers will also exercise their democratic right to protest against the Punjab government and its leaders. We will not remain silent. Bittu said the BJP would continue to raise issues concerning Punjab and would organise peaceful democratic protests outside the Chief Ministers programmes and offices whenever required. This is a clear message to the Punjab government: political opposition cannot be silenced through police action. BJP workers will answer every democratic protest democratically and will continue to stand with the people of Punjab, Bittu said. The BJP leader was subsequently detained by the police. A day earlier, after his convoy was pelted with tomatoes and eggs while en route to Pathankot to attend BJP national President Nitin Nabins flag-off of the partys Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra, Bittu pardoned all three people apprehended by his security team. Despite the seriousness of the incident, Bittu made it clear that such incidents cannot be allowed to undermine the democratic rights of political leaders and workers.
BJP Leader Ravneet Bittu Detained in Ludhiana Over Alleged Protest Against CM Mann
Former Union Minister and BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu was detained by Punjab Police in Ludhiana on Saturday after allegedly attempting to throw eggs and tomatoes at Chief Minister Bhagwant Manns convoy near the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) gate. Bittu, who was present at the PAU for the Kisan Mela, also held up a liquor [] The post BJP Leader Ravneet Bittu Detained in Ludhiana Over Alleged Protest Against CM Manns Convoy appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Protests Erupt in Ludhiana as BJP Leader Ravneet Bittu Detained During CMs Visit
Ravneet Bittu was detained in Ludhiana while protesting against CM Bhagwant Mann, following an earlier attack on his convoy. Protests Erupt in Ludhiana as BJP Leader Ravneet Bittu Detained During CMs Visit
Punjab BJP to launch four anti-drug marches across state today
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 18 (IANS) To bring the issue of drug abuse into sharper focus in Punjab ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections, with the ruling Aam Aadmi Party and Opposition parties trading accusations over the government's handling of the issue, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will launch four statewide marches against drug abuse in the state from Friday. The marches will cover all 117 Assembly constituencies before culminating in a rally later this month, which will be addressed by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatras will begin from four locations between September 18 and 21 and collectively cover about 4,000 km, according to the Punjab BJP. BJP national President Nitin Nabin will flag off the first march from Ekta Sthal at Madhopur in Pathankot district on Friday. The march will pass through constituencies in Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Ferozepur, Kapurthala and Jalandhar before reaching its destination. The second yatra will begin on September 19 from Fatehgarh Sahib and will be flagged off by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta after she pays obeisance at Gurdwara Sri Jyoti Saroop Sahib, Punjab BJP general secretary and yatra in-charge Rajesh Bagha said. It will travel through parts of Ludhiana, Fatehgarh Sahib, Mohali, Ropar, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr and Phagwara before concluding in Jalandhar. The third yatra will start on September 20 from the Sadiki border in Fazilka, near the Asafwala 1971 War Memorial, with Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal scheduled to flag it off. It will cover constituencies in Fazilka, Muktsar, Bathinda, Faridkot, Moga, Ludhiana and Malerkotla. The fourth march will begin on September 21 from Gurdwara Sri Damdama Sahib in Talwandi Sabo. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini will flag it off. That route will cover Bathinda, Mansa, Barnala, Sangrur and Patiala districts before heading towards Jalandhar. All four yatras are scheduled to converge in Jalandhar on September 30, when the BJP will hold a public rally addressed by HM Shah. The BJP has described the campaign as an effort to build public awareness against drug abuse. Party leaders have also raised concerns about law and order and corruption in Punjab as part of their wider political messaging.
Deported From US, Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Member In Punjab Police Custody
The accused, Karamveer Singh, a resident of Bahadur Ke village in Ludhiana, was arrested by the AGTF team at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, New Delhi, upon his arrival
Driver struggles to stop EV after car reportedly moves on its own in Ludhiana, video goes viral
A video reportedly showing an MG Windsor EV moving without anyone inside the vehicle in Ludhiana has surfaced on social media, leaving the driver visibly panicked. The video has been shared by multiple accounts, with the driver repeatedly heard saying that the car is moving on its own and that he has no control over it.
A viral video from Ludhiana allegedly shows a locked MG Windsor EV moving without its owner in control, sparking a social media debate over vehicle technology and safety. The cause of the incident has not been officially confirmed.
AAP MLA allegedly slaps truck driver in Ludhiana, issues clarification after video goes viral
AAP MLA Rajinder Pal Kaur Chhina allegedly slapped a truck driver in Punjab's Ludhiana following an altercation between the two. The incident was captured on video, which has since gone viral on social media. The...
Two Gang Members Killed in Police Encounter in Ludhiana
In a police encounter in Ludhiana, two armed gang members were killed, thwarting a potential shooting incident. Two Gang Members Killed in Police Encounter in Ludhiana
Two gangsters shot dead in Punjab; shooting bid averted
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 13 (IANS) In a major breakthrough, a joint team of the Punjab Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) and Ludhiana Commissionerate Police on Sunday averted a shooting bid and neutralised two armed operatives belonging to the Doni Bal gang during an encounter near Atam Park in Ludhiana. Ludhiana Commissioner of Police Swapan Sharma has identified the deceased assailants as Karanjot Singh, alias Nona, and Sandeep Singh, both residents of Amritsar. Police teams have recovered three sophisticated automatic pistols along with around 50 cartridges from their possession. Sharing operation details, Sharma said that acting on precise intelligence inputs regarding a planned attack, joint teams laid a special checkpoint at the Under Bridge near Atam Park and intercepted two suspects approaching on a black-coloured motorcycle without a registration number. Upon being signalled to stop, the assailants attempted to flee and opened indiscriminate fire at the police personnel, he added. During the chase, the assailants continuously fired multiple shots at the joint police party, and two bullets hit the official police vehicle. Exercising retaliatory fire in self-defence, the police team neutralised both armed attackers on the spot, he said. Sharma added that preliminary investigations showed the neutralised assailants were directly in touch with gangsters Doni Bal and Shaganpreet Singh, and were tasked with orchestrating a mass shooting at a blood donation camp, organised at Marryland Palace on Dugri Road in Ludhiana on Sunday. Sharing the criminal antecedents of the deceased, the Ludhiana Commissioner of Police said that Karanjot Singh was a history-sheeter facing two previous criminal cases registered under the Arms Act, Robbery, and the NDPS Act. The second deceased, Sandeep Singh, was facing one criminal case. He said that more accomplices are being traced and will be nabbed soon. A case was registered under Sections 109, 221, 132, 62 and 111 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and Section 25 of the Arms Act in Ludhiana.
Punjab BJP Mahila Morcha Announces New Executive Committee With Four Ludhiana Leaders
Punjab: Ludhiana bicycle industry hit by long power cuts; industrialists warn of shifting units
Digital Desk | Ludhiana, Sep 13 (IANS) The bicycle industry in Punjab's Ludhiana is facing difficulties due to prolonged power cuts, with industrialists claiming that frequent and lengthy interruptions in the electricity supply are affecting production and forcing them to rely on generators. Industrialist Avtar Singh Bhoghal, associated with the bicycle industry, said that the sector has been facing electricity-related problems for the past several days. He said the long power cuts were disrupting the normal functioning of industrial units and making it difficult for them to carry out their work smoothly. Speaking to IANS, Bhoghal said manufacturers were being forced to switch to generators whenever the electricity supply was disrupted. Although generator power allows units to continue working, he said it significantly increases the cost of production. He said the impact of the power cuts was also being felt by workers and labourers. According to Bhoghal, when electricity is unavailable, industrial units have to depend on generators to complete their work, while the disruption also affects the regular functioning of the labour force. Even today, our labour is being affected because the electricity is off. We are getting the work completed through generators, but the cost of production is much higher, Bhoghal said. He said the situation had become a matter of concern for the industry, particularly because manufacturers were already having to bear the additional expenses associated with running generators. The prolonged outages, he said, were making industrial operations more expensive. Bhoghal warned that if the power situation continued in the same manner, industrialists could be compelled to consider shifting their businesses to other states. He said manufacturers cannot continue to depend on generators for extended periods because of the additional cost involved. If the situation remains like this, we will be forced to prepare for shifting our industry to another state, he said. The concerns raised by the bicycle industry come amid complaints of electricity shortages in different parts of Punjab. For Ludhianas industrial sector, reliable power supply is important to maintain regular production and control operating costs. Bhoghal said the authorities need to address the electricity-related problems faced by industrial units so that production is not repeatedly disrupted. He cautioned that if the present situation persists, the rising cost of running industries could leave manufacturers with little option but to explore moving their units outside Punjab.
Surjewala seeks welfare board for Surat diamond workers, says exports fell to USD 12 bn
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Sep 12 (IANS) Newly appointed Gujarat Congress in-charge and Rajya Sabha MP Randeep Singh Surjewala on Saturday demanded the creation of a welfare board for diamond workers in Surat, claiming an economic crisis in the industry and a fall in diamond exports from USD 24 billion to USD 12 billion. Surjewala, who arrived in Ahmedabad on Saturday, said 12-14 lakh diamond workers in Surat are facing economic difficulties amid an international slowdown and policy-related challenges. He demanded a Diamond Workers' Welfare Board to provide salary security for up to 24 months, meet medical expenses and provide financial assistance to workers' families during periods of unemployment. He also sought relief for Surat's textile industry, including the removal of the five per cent GST on fabric and relief on job work, saying this is necessary to revive textile centres such as Surat, Tiruppur and Ludhiana. Surjewala made the remarks while addressing a press conference at Rajiv Gandhi Bhavan following his first extended meeting with senior leaders and office-bearers of the Gujarat Congress after taking charge as the party's state in-charge. He said the Congress would begin a fresh campaign for a ew, strong, progressive and employment-oriented Gujarat based on what he described as Mahatma Gandhi's four fundamental principles of ruth, courage, organisation and movement. On education, Surjewala said around 20 incidents of paper leaks and irregularities, including the BAMS surgery examination, are a serious concern. The Congress would raise the issue and challenge the government over the impact on the future of young people, he said. He said state leaders, MLAs and office-bearers would submit issues and suggestions from their respective areas, which would be compiled into a New Agenda for New Gujarat. The party would then formulate a movement-oriented programme focused on people's issues. State party president Amit Chavda said farmers, youth and other sections are facing various difficulties, including economic distress, unemployment, inflation and rising costs of education and healthcare. The Congress would work as a united team to fight for the rights and issues of people across the state, he asserted.
Ludhiana Lions reach Sher-E-Punjab T20 semis with five-wicket win
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Sher-E-Punjab T20: Ludhiana Lions seal semis spot with five-wicket win over Amritsar Soormas
Digital Desk | SAS Nagar (Punjab), Sep 11 (IANS) Ludhiana Lions secured their place in the semifinals of the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League by defeating Amritsar Soormas by five wickets at the I.S. Bindra Stadium in Mohali on Friday. Chasing a target of 177, Ludhiana needed just 62 runs to qualify for the semifinals as they had a better net run rate than their rivals. The Lions, however, went a step further and completed the chase in the 19th over to register a convincing win and seal their place in the last four. Batting first, Amritsar Soormas posted 176/9 in 20 overs. They were put under early pressure after Sahaj Dhawan was dismissed cheaply, but Jashanpreet Singh and Abhay Choudhary helped steady the innings with a 32-run partnership for the second wicket. Choudhary played an attacking knock of 25 off 15 balls, but his dismissal triggered another setback for Amritsar. The Soormas lost wickets at regular intervals and slipped to 97/5, leaving them in danger of being bowled out for a below-par total. Rahul Kumar then led the recovery for Amritsar. He found a reliable partner in Ishmeet Singh Sandhu, and the two added 64 runs for the sixth wicket. Rahul took the attacking role and kept the scoreboard moving with some good strokes. Rahul eventually scored a valuable 57 off 36 balls, giving Amritsar some much-needed momentum in the middle overs. Ishmeet also played an important role in the partnership before the Lions managed to break the stand. Amritsar lost a few more wickets towards the end but managed to reach 176/9, giving Ludhiana a target of 177. For Ludhiana, Kartik Chadha was among the pick of the bowlers, finishing with 2/31 in four overs. He played a key role in keeping the Amritsar batters under pressure and preventing them from adding more runs in the final overs. The Lions did not get off to an ideal start in the chase either. They lost two early wickets and were reduced to 32/2, bringing Amritsar back into the contest. However, Salil Arora and Karteek Sharma then produced a superb partnership to completely change the game. The two batters attacked the bowling and put Ludhiana in a strong position, bringing the equation down to 67 runs from 60 balls. Salil was in excellent touch and smashed 70 off just 35 balls, hitting six sixes and four fours. Karteek provided strong support and also completed his half-century as the pair put together a massive 120-run partnership. Salil's dismissal briefly gave Amritsar some hope, but Ludhiana were firmly in control by then. Karteek continued to guide the chase and scored 56 off 40 balls before he was dismissed, with the Lions needing only 9 runs from 19 balls at that stage. Krish Bhagat fell soon after while attempting to clear the field, but the Lions had very little left to do. They completed the chase in the 19th over, finishing with a five-wicket victory at the I.S. Bindra Stadium that has hosted international matches in the past. Mohali Kings will now face Amritsar Soorma in the first semi-final while Ludhiana Lions will lock horns with Jalandhar Warriors in the second semi-final. Playoffs Schedule: 12th September 2026 Semifinal 1: Mohali Kings vs Amritsar Soorma at 1:00 PM Semifinal 2: Ludhiana Lions vs Jalandhar Warriors at 7:00 PM
BJP, SAD, RPI should forge alliance to stop Cong: Ramdas Athawale on Punjab polls
Digital Desk | Amritsar, Sep 11 (IANS) Union Minister and Republican Party of India(A) chief Ramdas Athawale on Friday said the RPI, along with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), should form an alliance to stop the Congress from coming to power in the upcoming Punjab Assembly polls. Speaking to IANS, he said that, given the current law-and-order situation in the state and rising discontent among all sections, the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is certain to depart. The law-and-order situation in Punjab is not good. Bhagwant Mann, who is the Chief Minister from the Aam Aadmi Party, was given power by the people. But in these five years, he has not been able to deliver justice to the people of Punjab. The farmers, the poor, the youth, women, Dalits, Sikh and Hindu communities here are all dissatisfied. I believe the departure of the Aam Aadmi Party is certain, and an NDA government can be formed here, Ramdas Athawale said. The Union Minister added: I personally believe that the BJP and the Akali Dal should come together. Earlier also, they have been in coalition for a long time. So, I think that in order to stop the Congress from coming to power in Punjab, an alliance between BJP, Akali Dal and RPI is necessary. Last month, SAD President Sukhbir Singh Badal's meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi had triggered fresh speculation about a possible revival of the SAD-BJP alliance ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. While Badals office did not disclose the agenda of the meeting, sources within the SAD said that discussions between the leaders focused on issues related to Punjab, including the law-and-order situation in the state and alleged irregularities in welfare schemes under the ruling AAP government. Meanwhile, speaking about the alleged desecration of BR Ambedkar's statue in Ludhiana, Ramdas Athawale said: It seems to me that some anti-social elements are trying to create division in society. The stature of Dr B.R. Ambedkar is very grand. Insulting his statue will not lessen his respect. These people are taking wrong steps...Insulting Babasaheb Ambedkar's statue is completely wrong. He sought a thorough investigation into the incident and immediate arrest of the accused. The incident had sparked outrage in the city, which observed a 'bandh' from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday.
