Elections 2025

Political uproar in Punjab after state Vigilance Bureau raids house of realtor Gill a day after he joined BJP

CHANDIGARH: Political uproar erupted in the state after the Punjab Vigilance Bureau on Friday raided the residence of former Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader and prominent realtor Ranjit Singh Gill. The move came just hours after Gill joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) late Thursday night. He was inducted into the saffron party by Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. A separate search was also conducted at Gills office in Kharar. There was a heavy police presence outside Gills Gillco V

2 Aug 2025 7:50 pm
'Hit by a vehicle, driver fled': Son of 'Sikh Superman' Fauja Singh reveals what happened

Fauja Singh, the 'Turbaned Tornado,' tragically passed away at 114 in a hit-and-run incident in Punjab. The marathoner, who began running at 89, inspired generations by shattering records and completing marathons worldwide. His death has prompted heartfelt tributes, with leaders like the Governor of Punjab and former CM Captain Amarinder Singh expressing their condolences, honouring his enduring spirit and commitment.

15 Jul 2025 3:06 pm
Punjab govt to introduce stringent anti-sacrilege bill, proposes life term or death penalty

CHANDIGARH: The Aam Aadmi Party-led Punjab Government is set to introduce a fresh and more stringent bill to tackle acts of sacrilege during a special two-day assembly session scheduled for July 10 and 11. The proposed legislation includes provisions for life imprisonment or even the death penalty for individuals found guilty of desecrating any religious scripture. This will be the third consecutive Punjab government to bring forward anti-sacrilege legislation. Previous attempts by the Shiromani

7 Jul 2025 4:24 pm