In a joint operation, the Fazilka police and BSF intercepted a youth carrying 1.5 kg of heroin on the Fazilka-Ferozepur highway. The accused, Angrez Singh from Ferozepur, was arrested and remanded. The incident coincided with a drug awareness seminar, where locals highlighted ongoing drug issues, prompting assurances from DSP Rakesh Kumar for strict police action.

Former world champion, Sweety Boora, has accused her husband, Deepak Hooda, of domestic abuse and hidden preferences amidst a viral altercation video. She alleges video manipulation and police biased support, despite previously lodging an FIR for dowry harassment against Hooda. Both faced-off, leading to conflicting claims and legal action.

Punjab and Haryana have seen a significant reduction in the number of farmers between 2001 and 2011, with 1.30 lakh and 5.37 lakh farmers leaving agriculture respectively. The trend is attributed to industrial job opportunities and urbanization. The government is encouraging diversification through schemes to make agriculture more profitable.

Farmer groups in Punjab oppose the US delegation's visit to India to finalize a trade agreement impacting the agriculture sector. They believe the deal will lead to reduced import duties on American agricultural products, worsening the crisis for Indian farmers. The agreement is expected to increase farm debt and suicide rates, prompting strong opposition from various farmer organizations.

Farm leaders have accused the police of raiding homes of various farmer organization leaders late Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning. The raids might relate to a morcha in Faridkot or a proposed protest. Farm forums have condemned the police's actions as dictatorial.