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Former Haryana minister's son Gaganjot Sandhu shoots self dead in Punjab's Rupnagar

Gaganjot Sandhu, son of the late former Haryana minister Jaswinder Singh Sandhu, allegedly shot himself. The incident occurred on Friday at his farmhouse in Kakot village. Gaganjot Sandhu was alone when he reportedly used his licensed weapon. Police officials from Sadar station are investigating the matter thoroughly. The body was moved to Rupnagar Civil Hospital for a post-mortem examination.

Punjab Police Brings Amritpal Singh Back From Moldova in Major Extradition Operation

After months of legal proceedings and international manhunt, Punjab Police has recovered alleged gangster associate Amritpal Singh who was out on the run from authorities for more than two years in Moldova. Singh, who was brought back to the country via

Punjab Police Brings Amrit Dalam Back From Moldova | First European Extradition

Punjab Police has achieved a major breakthrough against transnational organised crime by extraditing 28-year-old fugitive gangster Amritpal Singh, alias Amrit Dalam, from Moldova.The Punjab Police says this is its first-ever extradition from a European country. Dalam, described as a key operative of the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang, is wanted in more than two dozen criminal cases, including seven murder cases and cases under the UAPA, Arms Act and narcotics laws.According to police, Dalam was detained in Moldova while allegedly attempting to cross into war-hit Ukraine. His movements were tracked from Sharjah to Turkey and then Moldova as part of a six-month international manhunt dubbed Operation Eastern Reach.The operation involved the Punjab Police Anti-Gangster Task Force, Overseas Fugitive Tracking and Extradition Cell, central agencies and international partners.Watch the full report for more details.

Akali Dal Waris Punjab De MLA demands action in Dalit labourer suicide and activist torture

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Delhi Police recover kidnapped 14-year-old girl from Zirakpur; apprehend 16-year-old boy

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) The Delhi Police have safely recovered a 14-year-old girl who was kidnapped from Delhi and apprehended a 16-year-old boy who enticed her to Zirakpur in Punjab, officials said on Saturday. The recovery was made following sustained Intelligence gathering, technical surveillance, field efforts and effective coordination between police teams across states. According to the police, a case was registered at Bharat Nagar Police Station on September 5 following a complaint regarding the kidnapping of the minor girl. After the FIR was registered, the investigation was taken up on priority, and dedicated teams were deployed to trace the girl and the boy who had allegedly enticed her. A dedicated team from Police Post Sangam Park, led by SI Rajesh Pilania, In-charge of PP Sangam Park, and comprising SI Naveen and Head Constable Manish, was constituted for the investigation. The team worked under the close supervision of Inspector Ram Kishore, SHO of Bharat Nagar Police Station, and the overall guidance of ACP Ashok Vihar Akash Rawat. During the investigation, the police conducted extensive analysis of CCTV footage, developed human Intelligence inputs and carried out technical surveillance. The team also conducted continuous raids and searches at suspected locations across Delhi. Acting on Intelligence inputs developed during the investigation, the police team travelled to Zirakpur in Punjab and conducted a coordinated operation at an identified location. The operation resulted in the safe recovery of the minor girl while the 16-year-old boy was apprehended. The girl is being brought back to Delhi, while necessary legal formalities are being completed as per law. The Delhi Police said the prompt action, technical surveillance, Intelligence gathering, sustained field efforts and interstate coordination played a crucial role in tracing the minor and ensuring her safe recovery. Further investigation into the case is underway.

Lashkar, Jaish scatter terror camps across Pakistan in bid to evade Indian strikes

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) Terror outfits Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed have initiated a massive expansion drive across Pakistan, establishing mini training facilities to decentralise terror operations, intelligence sources have said. The Muridke camp, which was destroyed during Operation Sindoor last year, is no longer the primary training facility of the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). The outfit has instead been setting up smaller training camps across Pakistan, with a particular focus on Punjab province. The same is the case with the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), which has also been expanding its recruitment drive rapidly. An Intelligence Bureau official says that this signals a shift in strategy whereby terror camps would be spread across the country and not be primarily focused in one single area. The Murdike training camp and the Bahawalpur headquarters of the Jaish have been rebuilt with the help of the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) and Pakistan Army, which has pumped in a lot of money. While these facilities remain operational, the scale of activity has come down drastically. These hold more symbolic value today, the official said. Another official said the strategy of setting up mini training camps across Pakistan for both the Lashkar and Jaish is aimed at more than simply expanding recruitment activities across the country. The ISI has deliberately adopted this approach so that even if a few camps are targeted or destroyed, the others can continue to operate, the official said. Post Operation Sindoor, there was a lull in activities by the Jaish and Lashkar. This was because the cadre had become demoralised and massive terror infrastructure had been destroyed, the official said. Another official said that the ISI does not want a similar scenario as it realises that rebuilding infrastructure and then boosting the morale of the cadre is a challenging job. This has also put the brakes on terror-related activities targeting India. Jammu and Kashmir is a case in point. Infiltration has become extremely difficult, and as a result, the number of battle-hardened Pakistani terrorists operating in the Valley has declined significantly. The ISI has been finding it difficult to resume its operations, prompting it to adopt the strategy of setting up mini training camps across Pakistan, officials said. This would ensure that terror operations continue without a break even if there is a big hit on some of the training terror camps, the official added. Until recently, a major chunk of the recruitment would take place in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The region is on the boil currently, and this has hampered smooth operations that the ISI carries out. The new directive to the Jaish and Lashkar is to recruit from all parts of the country. The idea is to recruit over 1,000 terrorists and train them at these mini camps that have been set up across the country. They would then be kept on standby and moved to PoK and subsequently into Jammu and Kashmir only when a window for infiltration opens up, officials said. At present, more than 500 terrorists are believed to be stationed at launchpads in PoK. However, amid the ongoing unrest in Pakistan, its security apparatus is finding it difficult to keep a close watch on these launchpads, which require extensive security and surveillance. This has left the terrorists at these launchpads exposed, and the focus is more on managing the situation rather than making infiltration attempts. During an infiltration, the security agencies are present in full strength to oversee the process. This is currently not taking place due to the protests that have been on for nearly three months now. In the past years, the ISI has also brought in several leaders of the Hamas into Pakistan. The ISI plans to deploy Hamas operatives at these mini training camps across the country. The involvement of Hamas would make the recruits more battle-hardened. When multiple such camps are set up, it becomes hard for the Indian agencies to track them. Moreover, the ISI would ensure that once the training programme is completed, it would shut that camp and then open it at another location. This once again largely eliminates the risk of a camp being identified and then hit, an official said.

Ludhiana Lions reach Sher-E-Punjab T20 semis with five-wicket win

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Congress MP Raises Concerns Over Organized Crime Influence in Punjab

Congress MP Sukjinder Singh Randhawa urges investigation into financial activities linked to organized crime in Punjabs Gurudaspur district. Congress MP Raises Concerns Over Organized Crime Influence in Punjab

Hafiz Saeed Traced to Pakistan: NIA Tells Jammu Court, Gets Warrant

The application described Saeed, a resident of Sargodha in Punjab (Pakistan), as an absconding accused in a case related to the arrest of Mohammad Naqeeb Bhat during a check at Pandach on the outskirts of Srinagar earlier in the year.

NIA says Hafiz Saeed is in Pakistan, secures second warrant in 2 months

LeT founder Hafiz Saeed, India's most-wanted terrorist, is in Pakistan, the NIA told a Special Court in Jammu, securing a second non-bailable warrant (NBW) against him in two months in connection with a terror case related to the supply of weapons, funds, and directions to terror groups operating in the Union Territory. The court was hearing an application filed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) seeking an NBW against Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) founder and designated terrorist under Section 75 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). The application described Saeed, a resident of Sargodha in Punjab (Pakistan), as an absconding accused in a case related to the arrest of Mohammad Naqeeb Bhat during a check at Pandach on the outskirts of Srinagar earlier in the year. A China-made grenade and 15 live rounds were recovered from Bhat, a resident of Batpora. Bhat was booked at Zakoora Police Station under the UAPA, the Arms Act and the Explosive Substances Act. The subsequ

Fugitive gangster Amrit Dalam extradited from Moldova, says Punjab police

Mr. Dalam is wanted in multiple cases of murder, attempt to murder, Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), Arms Act and Narcotic offences, among others

Punjab Police Secures First-Ever Extradition From European Nation

In a first-ever extradition from Europe and a major breakthrough against transnational organised crime, Punjab Police with the assistance of central agencies secured the extradition of fugitive criminal Amritpal Singh.

Fugitive extradited from Republic of Moldova: Punjab police

Punjab Police has extradited a key operative of the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang from the Republic of Moldova with central agencies help, a top police officer said on Saturday. Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said it was the first-ever extradition from Europe secured by the state police. Yadav said Amritpal Singh, alias Amrit Dalam, was Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Punjab Police Achieves Historic Extradition from Europe

Punjab Police successfully extradites fugitive Amritpal Singh from Moldova, marking a significant milestone in combating organized crime. Punjab Police Achieves Historic Extradition from Europe

3 held by Delhi cops for pro Khalistan graffiti at Singhu border

Three men have been arrested from Punjab for allegedly writing objectionable slogans and painting pro-Khalistan graffiti at the Singhu border here on the directions of designated terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, police said on Saturday. The slogans and graffiti were found on walls at the Singhu border on September 6, following which the Special Cell registered Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Gangster Amritpal Singh extradited to India from Moldova, 21 criminal cases registered in Punjab

Punjab Police's Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) has achieved a major breakthrough with the extradition of alleged gangster Amritpal Singh alias Amrit Dalam alias Gurpal Singh from Moldova to India. The accused, who was allegedly working...

Weather today September 12, 2026: Check IMD rain forecast for Delhi, Punjab, Gujarat, Andhra, Telangana, MP, UP, Karnataka

Weather Today: IMD has forecast rain across several states on September 12, with Delhi, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka all seeing varying chances of showers. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is possible in parts of Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana during the coming days.

Punjab Police secures first-ever extradition from Europe

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 12 (IANS) In a first-ever extradition from Europe and a major breakthrough against transnational organised crime, Punjab Police with the assistance of central agencies secured the extradition of fugitive criminal Amritpal Singh, alias Amrit Dalam, a key operative of the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang, from the Republic of Moldova, Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said on Saturday. He is wanted in multiple cases of murders, attempt to murder, the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), Arms Act and Narcotic offences, etc, the DGP wrote on X. He said this was the first-ever extradition secured by Punjab Police from a European country, marking a significant milestone in the fight against organised crime. The success of Operation Eastern Reach, a six-month Intelligence-led international manhunt, was made possible through sustained surveillance and close coordination of the AGTF (Anti-Gangster Task Force) Punjab and OFTEC (Overseas Fugitive Tracking and Extradition Cell) Punjab with central agencies and international partners, the DGP said. He commended the AGTF and the OFTEC for their relentless efforts. The DGP also thanked the Moldovan authorities, Azerbaijan authorities, the International Police Cooperation Unit (IPCU) of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the Ministries of Home Affairs and External Affairs and all other central agencies as part of the international cooperation. Meanwhile, the Punjab Police's Gangstran Te Vaar campaign entered its 235th day on Saturday. A day earlier, the police conducted 601 raids at identified and mapped locations linked to associates of gangsters across the state. As per the information, after the campaign was launched by the Punjab DGP on January 20, police teams from all the districts in coordination with the AGTF have been conducting special operations across the state. On Friday, police recovered four weapons and arrested 261 individuals, taking the total arrests to 69,703 since the launch of the campaign. Apart from this, preventive action has been taken against 236 people. Police teams have also arrested eight proclaimed offenders during the operation, an official statement said.

Delhi-NCR likely to receive more rain on BRICS Summit day; air quality remains in satisfactory category

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) Delhi-NCR is likely to witness continued rainfall on Saturday as monsoon activity remains active over the region, coinciding with the start of the BRICS Summit in the national Capital. The weather conditions assume significance as New Delhi hosts the two-day BRICS Summit at Bharat Mandapam. The national Capital has been making final preparations for the high-profile gathering, which will bring together leaders and representatives of 11 major emerging and developing economies. The participating countries are Brazil, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, India, Iran, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and the UAE. The theme of Indias Chairship 2026 is 'Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.' According to the latest weather forecast, rainfall is expected to continue over Delhi for the next few days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has advised residents to remain updated about changing weather conditions, particularly during spells of intense rain, thunderstorms and lightning. Rainfall could also affect traffic movement and daily commuting in the Delhi-NCR region, especially during periods of heavy showers. People travelling to work or other destinations have been advised to take weather conditions into account while planning their journeys. The southwest monsoon remains active over several parts of the country. The IMD has forecast heavy rainfall across around 20 states on Saturday, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Rajasthan. In Rajasthan, several areas are expected to experience rain accompanied by thunderstorms. The weather department has issued warnings for thunderstorms and lightning in both East Rajasthan and West Rajasthan for September 12. Odisha is also likely to receive rain and thunderstorms, with yellow warnings issued for several districts. The IMD has warned that some parts of the state could record heavy to very heavy rainfall through September 13. Bihar is expected to experience widespread monsoon activity, with rain, thunderstorms and strong winds likely in different parts of the state. Some areas could also receive heavy showers. Haryana is likely to see rain and thunderstorms as monsoon activity continues over northern India. The latest forecast suggests that some parts of the state could receive heavier rainfall along with thunderstorms. In Himachal Pradesh, several areas are likely to remain under unsettled weather conditions, with rain and thunderstorms forecast for Saturday. The IMD has issued rainfall-related warnings for multiple districts. Uttarakhand is also expected to receive fairly widespread rainfall and thunderstorms. The state is likely to remain under an enhanced spell of monsoon activity through September 14. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the satisfactory category, according to monitoring data from various stations across the city. The recorded AQI levels included NSUT Jaffarpur (83), Punjabi Bagh (117), Shadipur (71), Mandir Marg (76), Pusa (98), Chandni Chowk (73), Commonwealth Sports Complex (82), NSIT Dwarka (113), JNU (66), Burari Crossing (86), North Campus, DU (104), IIT Delhi (82), Anand Vihar (83), Mundka (105), Rohini (114), Patparganj (79) and Nehru Nagar (115).

Delhi Police arrests 3 for pro-Khalistan graffiti at Singhu Border

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) Delhi Police arrested three accused for allegedly painting pro-Khalistan graffiti at the Singhu Border, purportedly at the behest of terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannu, official sources said on Saturday. According to police sources, the offensive slogans and graffiti were painted on walls at the Singhu Border, between the states of Delhi and Haryana, on September 6. Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, the chief of the banned group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), had claimed responsibility for the act in a post on 'X'. Investigators obtained clues about the accused from CCTV footage at the Singhu Border, based on which the police team arrested all three individuals. The police have also recovered the car used by the accused. According to police sources, one of the accused was in direct contact with Pannu. The Special Cell of Delhi Police has registered a First Information Report (FIR) and initiated an investigation into the matter. This comes after pro-Khalistan outfits operating in foreign countries altered their operational framework under direct instructions from Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), shifting focus from violent crime towards political campaigning to evade international law enforcement crackdowns, Intelligence officials say. With the international agencies now working closely with the Indian authorities on the Khalistan issue, these groups have decided to change their modus operandi. The Khalistan movement abroad is increasingly shifting towards a political campaign rather than a violent one. The Pakistani spy agency that controls this movement has clearly instructed the pro-Khalistan groups not to openly engage with the gangsters as they have been doing all these days. An Intelligence Bureau official said that the shift comes amid the close coordination between Indian and international security agencies. This has led to a severe crackdown, which has made operations hard for these groups. The crackdown was possible as these Khalistani groups were indulging in violence, extortion rackets, and money laundering. Their close nexus with the criminal gangs abroad gave the agencies the leeway to act tough on them as heinous crimes, which included murders, narcotic smuggling and money laundering, the official said. The ISI realises the importance of keeping pro-Khalistan groups such as SFJ relevant. They have been encouraged to pursue the issue as a purely political movement, organising referendums, holding marches and demanding a separate Khalistan carved out of Punjab.

Omar Mansoor Brings Punjabi Design to New York Fashion Week

ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Omar Mansoor Brings Punjabi Design to New York Fashion Week Pakistani designer Omar Mansoor presented his Spring/Summer 2027 collection, The Living Loom, at New York Fashion Week. The post Omar Mansoor Brings Punjabi Design to New York Fashion Week appeared first on DESIblitz .

From across India, officials discover Kashmir beyond its tourism image

As the curtains fell on Jammu and Kashmirs first International Film Festival in Srinagar, officials from various states who attended the four-day event returned with more than memories of films and red-carpet ceremonies. The festival gave them an opportunity to experience Kashmir beyond its conventional tourist image, they say. Officials from the Departments of Information, Culture and Tourism said the festival allowed them to interact with local people, explore different parts of the Valley and gain a closer understanding of its culture, lifestyle and people. Sudhakar T, Director, Information and Publicity, Government of Puducherry, described his participation in the inaugural International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir as a truly memorable experience, both personally and professionally. From the ceremonial opening at INOX Srinagar to the grand opening ceremony at SKICC, the festival was executed with remarkable precision, he said, referring to the lamp lighting, felicitation of the jury and personalities of Indian cinema, musical performances and the address by the chief guest. It was heartening to see a festival of this scale being hosted for the very first time in the Valley, bringing together filmmakers, artists and industry voices from across the world, Sudhakar said. For him, however, the experience went beyond the festival venues and the glamour surrounding the event. What struck me most, beyond the glamour of the red carpet, was the opportunity the festival gave to explore Kashmir itself both the urban rhythm of Srinagar and the quieter, rural stretches beyond it, he said. He said interacting with local people and understanding their daily lives, warmth and connection with the land added an entirely different dimension to his experience. The festivals focus on Jammu and Kashmirs cinematic heritage also helped visitors understand the region beyond its tourist attractions, he said. Sections such as Cinematic Echoes, celebrating the stories and legacy of J&K cinema, and the J&K Library, documenting local filmmakers and talent, provided a window into the regions creative landscape. The festival was also spread across different venues, including SKICC, INOX Srinagar, Gulmarg and Wave Mall in Jammu. The floating cinema concept, which took films to Kashmirs iconic waterscapes, further connected the event with the regions landscape and culture. A tourism official from Himachal Pradesh, whose department had set up a stall at the festival, said the event provided an opportunity to showcase the state while interacting with filmmakers, visitors and officials from different parts of the country. Alka, an official from Punjabs Department of Information, also described the experience as great, saying the festival provided an opportunity to learn about Kashmir and interact with people from different parts of the country. Officials said the festival had successfully brought together cinema, culture and tourism while creating opportunities for people from different parts of India to engage with Kashmir beyond the usual tourist experience. For Sudhakar, the festivals strongest impression was the sense of place it created. The cinema was world cinema, but the spirit was unmistakably Kashmiri its people, its culture and its landscape formed as much a part of this festival as the films themselves, he said.

Australia Tightens Student Visa Scrutiny as Refusal Rate Hits Decade High

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With eye on poll, BJP to begin drug-free Punjab drive amid row over Dalit villagers death

The campaign comes close on the heels of a row that erupted following the death of a Dalit villager, who was reportedly under pressure to apologise for questioning Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema over the supply of chitta(synthetic drugs) in the State.

HC stays transfer of cop, issues contempt notice to Punjab Bureau of Investigation director

HC directs Punjab to allot sites to Op Blue Star oustees at Rs 1k/ sq yd

BJP announces Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatras from Sept 18

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

After Congress Comments On Punjab's Schools, AAP's Himachal Counter

The verbal exchange began after a school audit in Punjab was questioned by Congress leader Sachin Pilot.

Punjab flags flaws in new Bhakra-Pong rule curves

Sukhbir Singh Badal Offers Support to Family of Suicide Victim Gulzar Singh

Sukhbir Singh Badal assures support to Gulzar Singhs family after tragic suicide linked to drug issues in Punjab. Sukhbir Singh Badal Offers Support to Family of Suicide Victim Gulzar Singh

Pakistan Faces Growing Discontent Over Power Imbalance in Punjab

A report highlights Punjabs dominance in Pakistan, fueling discontent among other provinces over resource allocation and political power. Pakistan Faces Growing Discontent Over Power Imbalance in Punjab

Punjab Congress President Criticizes State Government Over Drug Crisis During Family Visit

Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Wading highlights the worsening drug crisis in Punjab during a visit to Gulzar Singhs family. Punjab Congress President Criticizes State Government Over Drug Crisis During Family Visit

Indias green hydrogen hubs could spread beyond the coast, says report

WRI India has identified inland sites in Jharkhand, Rajasthan and Punjab where clean power, water, pipelines and industrial demand could support production.

ED attaches land worth Rs 3.91 crore in Rs 307 crore Indore bank fraud case

Digital Desk | Indore, Sep 11 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate's (ED) Indore Sub-Zonal office has provisionally attached three commercial land parcels valued at around Rs 3.91 crore in Hukmakhedi village of Indore under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, officials said on Friday. The properties belong to M/s Vishwakarma Creations Private Limited and are linked to a major bank fraud and money laundering case involving Neo Corp International Limited (NCIL) and related entities. The provisional attachment order was issued on September 10, 2026. According to the ED, the company received proceeds of crime generated through a bank fraud that caused a combined loss of Rs 307.44 crore to public sector banks, an ED press note said. The investigation was initiated on the basis of two FIRs. The first was registered by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)'s Anti-Corruption Bureau in Bhopal, against Utkarsh Trivedi and others for allegedly cheating the Punjab National Bank of Rs 57.47 crore. The second FIR was filed by the CBI's Economic Offences Wing at Mumbai against NCIL, its directors Sunil Kumar Trivedi and Utkarsh Trivedi, and others for causing a wrongful loss of Rs 249.97 crore to the State Bank of India, it said. The ED probes revealed that substantial funds originating from the loan accounts of NCIL and its related entities were routed through intermediary companies controlled and managed by Sunil Kumar Trivedi and Utkarsh Trivedi. These funds were layered and diverted before reaching M/s Vishwakarma Creations Private Limited, which subsequently utilised or dissipated them, the ED said. Investigators found that the land parcels standing in the name of Vishwakarma Creations were acquired from the proceeds of the alleged crime. The attachment has been made to prevent further dissipation of the properties. Earlier in the same case, the ED had provisionally attached an immovable property valued at around GBP 2,45,000 (around Rs 2.08 crore) located at 24 Cygnet Avenue in Feltham, Middlesex, in the United Kingdom. Officials said that the attachment is part of ongoing efforts to recover proceeds of crime and establish the complete money trail. Further investigation into the role of the companies and individuals involved is currently underway.

Naman Dhir scores 173 as Amritsar Soormas win Sher-e-Punjab T20 League

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Sukhbir Badal assures all help to family in suicide case

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 11 (IANS) Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) President Sukhbir Badal on Friday assured all help to the family of Gulzar Singh, who committed suicide after being allegedly intimidated by the panchayat and pressurised to issue an apology to Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Cheema for questioning him on the rampant sale of synthetic drugs (chitta). Gulzars son Lakhwinder met the Akali Dal chief at the latters residence on Friday and narrated the tale of horror which had led to the death of his father. He disclosed in detail how the Punjab Police, on the directions of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, had forcibly carried out Gulzars cremation by using brute force. Lakhwinder said the family was not permitted to see Gulzar in his final moments and even the latters cremation was carried out without its consent. We were even denied the right to perform isnaan and ardas and Gulzars mother, wife and children were not allowed to even bid him a final farewell, he claimed. Expressing shock at the turn of events, Badal said the disclosures had both pained and angered him. The family has suffered an unimaginable ordeal at the hands of a callous and cruel government which has no concern for the people and is only worried about protecting Finance Minister Harpal Cheema, who is responsible for the death of Gulzar. He said since Gulzar had implicated the Finance Minister in his dying declaration, the police would eventually have to register an abetment to suicide case against him. I have assured Lakhwinder that SAD will take this case to its logical conclusion and have also assured him of all legal, financial and social assistance to help this family recover from the trauma and humiliation they have endured at the hands of the AAP government, Badal said. He also made it clear that the officers who inflicted cruelty on the family of the suicide victim would also have to answer for their misdeeds. No one has the right to trample on the rights of a grieving family in this manner. He said action should be taken against each and every person guilty of humiliating Gulzar and forcing him to take his life. This should start from the top and cover all the guilty, Badal added.

Pakistan passing through difficult situation: Report

Digital Desk | Islamabad, Sep 11 (IANS) Pakistan has been going through a difficult situation as Punjab, which is the most populous province of the country, is not ready to give up its dominating power position. Punjab has remained the centre of power in Pakistan due to its colossal representation in the judiciary, bureaucracy, military and security agencies, a report has detailed. By referring to Punjabs hold over power since the inception of Pakistan till today, it means the populous and prosperous region of central Punjab because of the marginalisation of its southern Saraiki belt which wants to seek provincial status but is denied by Lahore. What the Chief Minister of Punjab said the other day that the neighbours of Pakistan are not causing harm but it is Balochistan and KPK which hurts Punjab is a serious allegation, Moonis Ahmar mentioned in a report in The Friday Times. More than 65 per cent of officers and soldiers in Pakistan's military hail from central and northern Punjab. Imbalance in the military's composition, backing Punjab, increases the sense of deprivation among other provinces of Pakistan. Furthermore, the representation of central Punjab in federal bureaucracy is sizeable, showcasing Punjab's dominance in the military and bureaucratic establishment in comparison to other provinces of Pakistan. Similarly, most of the judges in the superior judiciary come from Punjab, while industrialists and investors from Punjab dominate the corporate sector. Power imbalance is also seen between Punjab and other provinces of Pakistan. According to critics, the central Punjab led by Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) wants to ensure that their region maintains dominance over Punjab, and it even expands to Balochistan, Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. PML-N does not support the division of Punjab but is in favour of the division of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Sindh. In June, a report highlighted that Punjab province, despite receiving the largest share of water under Pakistan's 1991 Water Apportionment Accord, continued to encroach on the allocations meant for other provinces, aided by its upstream advantage, a lack of transparency in water measurement, and weak enforcement of the accord. Sindh, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Punjab provinces have frequently clashed over water distribution, accusing the federal government in Islamabad of favouring the latter despite its access to water from five rivers in addition to the Indus. They view the issue as a longstanding failure of federal governance, according to a report in Athens-based 'Directus.' The water distribution problem has not remained limited to technical disagreements but has evolved into a profound political crisis, exposing deep mistrust between the federation and its provinces. Even though the water distribution problems have a historic background, the Cholistan Canal project of 2025 cemented the perceived sense of injustice. The anger is directed at the prosperous and politically influential province of Punjab. Other Indus-dependent provinces fear that their interests are being sacrificed as political power takes precedence over governance, the report detailed. It noted that downstream provinces have grown increasingly concerned about the impact on agriculture, drinking water supplies, economic development, and the Indus Delta's ecological preservation as Pakistan's Indus River System Authority (IRSA) restricts southward water flows. Sindh has accused IRSA of unfair distribution as the province is most dependent on Indus Water. According to the report, Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have faced even greater challenges, with their grievances largely ignored. Balochistan has long complained of inequitable water distribution, delayed deliveries, and structural flaws in the water allocation formula.

Pakistan's Federal Constitutional Court upholds ban on Ahmadiyya community publication

Digital Desk | Islamabad, Sep 11 (IANS) Pakistan's Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) has endorsed the Punjab government's ban on a 23-volume publication of the minority Ahmadiyya community. The division bench dismissed petitions filed by the Ahmadiyya community against the provincial government's ban, a report has claimed. The Ahmadiyya petitioners had approached the court against the Lahore High Court and Multan Bench decision, which dismissed their cases on grounds that included considerable delay and failure to use legal means within the prescribed limitation period. In the petitions, the Ahmadiyya community said that the ban imposed by the Punjab government violated their right to religious freedom under Article 20. The FCC said a decision on whether Article 20 had been violated needed analysis of the validity, strength and reasoning underlying the bans and forfeiture under the CrPC and relevant ordinance. The court said that it dismissed the petitions as petitioners had not brought the actual material before the court through the appropriate legal remedies, according to a report in Christian Daily International. It slammed the petitioners' lawyer for making arguments regarding fundamental rights and religious freedom instead of showing the content of the publication and explaining its alleged effect. The judges said that the claim that the executive had violated the religious freedom of petitioners was an afterthought and contended that the argument amounted to a general discourse on fundamental rights and Article 20. The court said that it was not able to determine the constitutional question in the manner requested by the petitioners, considering the procedural failures and lack of relevant material, according to a report in Christian Daily International. On September 7, the United Nations experts expressed grave concern over continued discrimination, violence, and legal restrictions targeting members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community in Pakistan, while calling on authorities to ensure their safety and uphold the country's international human rights commitments. We are deeply concerned by persistent reports that members of the Ahmadiyya community continue to face harassment, criminal prosecution, violence, and exclusion because of their religious identity, the experts said. Every individual has the right to freedom of thought, conscience, religion, or belief. No one should be subjected to discrimination, intimidation, or violence, nor should they be prevented from peacefully manifesting their faith, or face discrimination with respect to any of their human rights, they added. The experts cited reports of ongoing attacks on Ahmadi places of worship, desecration of graves and disruption of religious observances, including during Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Adha. They also flagged arrests and prosecutions of Ahmadis over religious practices or identity, alongside hate speech against the community. The experts stressed the need for effective measures to prevent violence, ensure accountability, and protect vulnerable communities across Pakistan. The State has a responsibility to exercise due diligence to prevent human rights violations, investigate allegations promptly and impartially, prosecute those responsible in accordance with international standards, and provide effective remedies to victims, the experts said. Pakistan must break the pattern of impunity that has allowed perpetrators of attacks and incitement to hatred and violence to act without restraint. These attacks take place with tacit official complicity whilst the cycle of fear prevents people and institutions from upholding the rights and dignity of these minority groups, they noted. The experts called on the Pakistan government to ensure that all individuals, regardless of their religion or belief, enjoy equal protection under the law without discrimination.

Sr Men Inter-Department Nationals: PSPB, RSPB, CAG, AIPSCB reach semifinals

Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Sep 11 (IANS) Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB), Railway Sports Promotion Board (RSPB), Comptroller & Auditor General of India (CAG) and All India Police Sports Control Board (AIPSCB) reached the semifinals of the 6th Hockey India Senior Men Inter-Department National Championship 2026 on Friday. The knockout stages of the event got underway with all four quarterfinals completed on Friday, headlined by a dramatic shootout finish between All India Police Sports Control Board and Food Corporation of India. In quarterfinal 1, Petroleum Sports Promotion Board edged past Sports Authority of India 3-2. Gurjot Singh, Manpreet and Varun Kumar were on target for PSPB, while Sachin Dungdung struck twice for SAI in a losing cause. The quarterfinal 2 saw Railway Sports Promotion Board keep a clean sheet to beat Central Board of Direct Taxes 2-0, with Singh Gursahibjit and Simranjot Singh finding the net either side of half-time. In quarterfinal 3, Comptroller & Auditor General of India came through a seven-goal contest against Punjab National Bank, winning 4-3. Skipper Parmod, Majji Ganesh, Deepak and Angad Bir Singh all found the target for CAG, while Panchal Prikshit, Abhimanyu and Neeraj replied for Punjab National Bank. The day's standout tie was quarterfinal 4, in which All India Police Sports Control Board (AIPSCB) and Food Corporation of India could not be separated after regulation time, finishing 2-2. Mohammad Haris and Shamsher Singh scored for AIPSCB, while Navraj Singh struck twice for FCI to force a shootout. AIPSCB held their nerve from the spot, with Shamsher Singh, Lalit Kumar Upadhyay, Vijay Kumar Gond and Mohammed Haris all finding the target, while goalkeeper Malhotra Paras produced the key saves to seal a 4-3 shootout win and send his side through. With all four quarterfinals now decided, the semifinal line-up is confirmed for September 13, with Petroleum Sports Promotion Board taking on Railway Sports Promotion Board in semifinal 1, and Comptroller & Auditor General of India facing All India Police Sports Control Board in semifinal 2. Semifinal line-up: Semifinal 1: Petroleum Sports Promotion Board vs Railway Sports Promotion Board Semifinal 2: Comptroller & Auditor General of India vs All India Police Sports Control Board

Weather Tomorrow September 12: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Odisha, Himachal Pradesh and more

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Panic gripped the Manada area under Jashipur police limits in Mayurbhanj district on Friday after two bike-borne miscreants opened fire in broad daylight and looted approximately Rs 2 lakh from a local bank extension agent. The incident targeted Pradeep Mohanta, a Bank Mitra and business correspondent operating a Punjab National Bank-approved Common Service Centre (CSC) [] The post Robbers Flee with Lakhs from Bank Mitra After Firing in Mayurbhanj appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Govt cheated suicide victim's family, says Punjab Congress chief Warring

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 11 (IANS) Punjab Congress President, Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, on Friday said the Aam Aadmi Party government had cheated the family of Gulzar Singh, who died of suicide after being allegedly insulted by Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, about the job offer, when there was no actual offer. He said the family was provided a recommendation letter from the local Deputy Commissioner to the government for a job to one of the family members. He said the family was made to believe that it was an offer letter before Gulzar Singhs cremation. He said, It is a clear case of cheating and fraud done with the family of a person who was forced to commit suicide after being intimidated and humiliated by the henchmen of Finance Minister Cheema. Warring reiterated the Congress demand for immediate dismissal of Cheema from the ministry and his arrest after registration of a case for abetment to suicide. He said the government will have to take action eventually, pointing out that in an earlier case related to another minister Laljit Singh Bhullar, the government had also tried to protect him but had eventually to sack him and put him behind bars. Later replying to the media, Warring rejected the government's charges that the Opposition was doing politics on the matter. Warring pointed out that a helpless poor man, whose son has fallen prey to drug addiction, was forced to commit suicide and in the dying declaration he had named the minister. Warring said as the leader of the principal Opposition party it is my duty to stand by the family. He said he had assured the family that the Congress will ensure justice, including punishment to all those guilty. Warring said the entire rank and file of the Congress, right from the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, to the grassroots, stood by the family for getting justice. He said Congress workers staged demonstrations all over the state seeking action against Cheema.

DA news update: Punjab employees call off pen-down strike after state govt assures no disciplinary action

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BJP announces 4 'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatras'; Nitin Nabin to flag off first on September 18

The BJP will launch four statewide drug-free Punjab yatras across all constituencies. These yatras aim to mobilize people and turn the fight against drugs into a mass movement. Party chief Nitin Nabin will flag off the first yatra on September 18 from Madhopur. The yatras will focus on drugs, law and order, and corruption issues. The party plans to contest all 117 assembly seats in upcoming polls.

Heavy rain lashes parts of Delhi-NCR, red alert issued ahead of BRICS Summit

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 11 (IANS) Several parts of the national capital received rain on Friday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting more spells of showers, thunderstorms, and lightning in Delhi over the coming hours and also issuing a red alert for the city. The IMD had predicted light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning in northern Delhi, with moderate to heavy showers expected in several other parts of the capital. The latest spell of rain comes just a day before the BRICS Leaders Summit is scheduled to begin in New Delhi. The Met Department has forecast further rainfall during the two-day summit, which will be held on September 12 and 13. For Saturday, September 12, the IMD has forecast one or two spells of very light to light rain at several places from early morning to the forenoon, along with thunderstorms and lightning. Another spell of light to moderate rain is likely from evening through the night. The rainfall is also expected to bring some relief from the prevailing heat. Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 36.6 degrees Celsius on Thursday, while the maximum temperature is likely to remain below 33 degrees Celsius from Saturday. According to meteorologists, the prevailing weather conditions are linked to the movement of the monsoon axis over the region. The axis is expected to shift southward, while easterly winds are likely to become dominant from Friday. These conditions may result in intermittent spells of moderate rain across parts of Uttar Pradesh, Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, and Rajasthan over the weekend. However, the rainfall is expected to remain largely localised, with only around 30-40 per cent coverage, indicating that several areas across the plains may remain dry. The weather conditions are particularly significant as Delhi prepares to host the BRICS Leaders Summit on September 12 and 13. The summit will bring several world leaders and delegations to the capital, with events scheduled at Bharat Mandapam. Saturdays programme includes a closed-door leaders session, the Bharat Innovates Exhibition, a family photograph, a tree-planting ceremony and a gala dinner hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The main open session will be held on Sunday, followed by the release of the New Delhi Declaration.

'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra' to begin on September 18, Amit Shah to join concluding event in Jalandhar

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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.

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Was the Sikh Struggle Just an Internal Conflict?

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Drug trafficking accused escaped from NCB Jammu custody arrested in Punjab

Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), in close coordination with Jammu and Kashmir Police and Punjab Police, on Thursday traced and apprehended Aqib Bashir, a notorious drug trafficker who had fled from NCB custody in Jammu. The operation is a strong example of three-day sustained search and tracking operation across J&K and Punjab and prompt coordination and intelligence sharing between J&K Police, Punjab Police and NCB besides the valuable support of the media fraternity in disseminating the alert, said an NCB Jammu spokesperson. It also reflected strong coordination between Central and state and UT agencies, spokesperson said. After fleeing from Jammu, the accused, according to the spokesperson, reached Jalandhar via the Pathankot route. He initially attempted to evade detection by taking shelter under the cover of darkness and hiding in a forest area near Narwal Fruit Mandi, Jammu. To conceal his identity, he clean-shaved, changed his clothes and altered his appearance. He subsequently used his contacts in Jalandhar to seek shelter and evade the search teams. Continuous intelligence inputs and coordinated field efforts enabled the agencies to track and narrow down his location. The NCB (Jammu, Amritsar, Chandigarh)Punjab Police team apprehended him when he was reportedly preparing to move towards Delhi or another state, spokesperson said, adding that the successful operation reflected the effectiveness of inter-agency coordination, real-time information sharing, sustained efforts and public cooperation.

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Sukhbir Badal Accuses Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann of Misusing Power for Personal Gain

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'Healthy competition' helps Tanya Chaudhary set national record in hammer throw

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 11 (IANS) A healthy competition with fellow trainee Anushka Yadav proved beneficial for Tanya Chaudhary of Uttar Pradesh as he set the national record in women's hammer throw in the Indian Athletics Series Final in New Delhi. It was like the fulfilment of a dream for Tanya, and the fact that she set a new mark just before the upcoming Asian Games was like icing on the cake as the 22-year-old took the spotlight on the opening day of the meet on Thursday. Day One of the prize-money meet saw two national records being set in the hammer throw, with Tanya achieving the feat that she has been chasing for the past three years. Tanya achieved her quest by improving the national record in the womens hammer throw as she hurled the iron ball to a distance of 68.35m, improving the national record of 65.25m, which was set by Sarita Singh in 2017. My previous personal best is 63.91m. I have done 65m-plus two or three times (at the inter-university level), but those were not official. Now, I am able to do it (break the national record). It is a new beginning, she said. Normally, I used to be nervous. But I was focused on my technique today. Tanya, who trains along with Anushka at the same ground at Bhagpat in Uttar Pradesh under different coaches, said the healthy competition helped her move forward. We both are from the same ground. So, there is healthy competition between us. So, it is good for both of us to move forward. Though Tanya could not breach the Asian Games qualifying mark, she has made it to the team for the mega event in Aichi-Nagoya in Japan and is looking forward to continuing the momentum in Japan. It was because of injury. Now I feel I will do better. I had multiple injuries at the same time: a hamstring injury and a stress injury in the femur bone. The injuries were going on since January. In the men's section, Delhis Nirbhay Choudhary recorded a throw of 71.02m, which was better than the previous national record of 70.73m set by Neeraj Kumar in 2016. The other major attraction for Indian athletics fans was the successful return to action by Avinash Sable in the men's 3000m steeplechase. Sable, representing Maharashtra, won the steeplechase in a time of 8 minutes 32.39 seconds in his first race in the distance in more than a year. Spotlight was also on 400m runners as the top six finishers in the mens race clocked below 46 seconds. Top three in the womens 400m race also dipped below 53 seconds. I will do better and win a medal at the Japan Asian Games, said Vishal TK, winner of the gold medal and national 400m record holder, in the post-race interaction. Maharashtras promising sprinter Harita Bhadra, winner of the womens 100m dash, said the Indian Athletics Series Final was good preparation for the Asian Games. It was a good experience for me to race in the 100m dash with the top sprinters, Harita added. Odishas Animesh Kujur won both the 100m and 200m dash in the mens section. Results: Men: 100m: Animesh Kujur (Odisha) 10.21 seconds, Gurindervir Singh (Punjab) 10.32 seconds, Rushiprasad Desai (Maharashtra) 10.33 seconds. 200m: Animesh Kujur (Odisha) 20.59 secs, Jishnu Prasad (Kerala) 20.63 secs, Abhay Singh (Madhya Pradesh) 21.04 secs. 400m: Vishal TK (Tamil Nadu) 45.36 seconds, Jay Kumar (Uttar Pradesh) 45.50 seconds, Manu TS (Kerala) 45.68 seconds. 800m: Mohammed Afsal (Kerala) 1:46.40 secs, Prakash Gadade (Maharashtra) 1:46.56 secs, Krishan Kumar (Haryana) 1:46.73 secs. 1500m: Rahul Baloda (Rajasthan) 3:39.89 secs, Yoonus Shah (Uttar Pradesh) 3:40.37 secs, Sunil Dawar (Madhya Pradesh) 3:43.68 secs. 110m hurdles: Krishik M (Karnataka) 13.65 secs, Muhammed Lazan (Kerala) 13.84 secs, Manav R (Tamil Nadu) 13.85 secs. 400m hurdles: Santhosh Kumar (Tamil Nadu) 50.08 secs, Ruchit Mori (Gujarat) 50.61 secs, Subhas Das (West Bengal) 50.73 secs. 3,000m steeplechase: Avinash Sable (Maharashtra) 3:32.39. Shubham Bhandare (Maharashtra) 8:50.31, Vikash Dalal (Haryana) 8:50.43. Shot put: Tajinderpal Singh Toor (Punjab) 20.64m, Samardeep Singh Gill (Madhya Pradesh) 19.59m, Karanveer Singh (Punjab) 19.51m. Hammer throw: Nirbhay Choudhary (Delhi) 71.02m (NR, previous best 70.73m), Damneet Singh (Punjab) 68.12m, Ashish Jakhar (Haryana) 67.51m. Javelin throw: Rohit Yadav (Uttar Pradesh) 81.10m, Manoj Kumar (Tamil Nadu) 80.73m, Yashvir Singh (Rajasthan) 80.40m. Pole vault: Dev Kumar Meena (Madhya Pradesh) 5.40m, Reegan G (Tamil Nadu) 5.30m, Ramratan (Rajasthan) 5.10m. High jump: Aadarsh Ram (Tamil Nadu) 2.18m, Aaditya R (Madhya Pradesh) 2.15m, Basant (Rajasthan) 2.15m. Long jump: Mohd Atta Sazid (Haryana) 8.01m, Arya S (Karnataka)7.90m, Sarun Payasingh (Odisha) 7.61m. Triple jump: Karthik Unnikrishnan (Kerala) 16.43m, Gailey Venister (Tamil Nadu) 16.04m, Vishal Bahadur (Jharkhand) 15.85m. Women 100m: Harita Bhadra (Maharashtra) 11.22 seconds, Abinaya Rajarajan (Tamil Nadu) 11.31 seconds, Giridhrani R (Tamil Nadu) 11.35 seconds. 400m: Aishwarya Mishra (Maharashtra) 52.51 secs, Prachi (Uttar Pradesh) 52.75 secs, Poovamma MR (Karnataka) 52.76 secs. 800m: Lili Das (Uttarakhand) 2:03.41 secs, Pooja (Haryana) 2:04.02 secs, Gowthami J (Tamil Nadu) 2:05.63 secs. 1500m: Thota Sankeertana (Chhattisgarh) 4:37.95, Nikita Sharma (Himachal Pradesh) 4:38.62 secs, Pragati (Haryana) 4:39.88 secs. 100m hurdles: Nandhini Kongan (Tamil Nadu) 13.30 seconds, Anjali C (Kerala) 13.33 secs, Pragyan Prashanti (Odisha) 13.37 secs. 400m hurdles: Anu Raghavan (Kerala) 57.23 secs, Sinchal Kaveramma (Karnataka) 59.91 secs, Tanu Chaudhary (Uttar Pradesh) 1:01.47 secs. 3,000m steeplechase: Praul Chaudhary (Uttar Pradesh) 9:22.49, Prachi Devkar (Maharashtra) 10:28.35, Susmita Tigga (Odisha) 10:33.94. Pole vault: Nitika (Madhya Pradesh) 4.10m, Baranica Elangovan (Tamil Nadu) 4.10m, Karthika V (Tamil Nadu) 4.10m. High jump: Pooja Singh (Haryana) 1.81m, Reet Rathor (Uttar Pradesh) 1.81m, Supriya SB (Karnataka) 1.78m. Triple jump: Lasha Ilango (Tamil Nadu) 13.76m, Niharika Vashisht (Punjab) 13.24m, Bhairabi Roy (West Bengal) 13.06m. Long jump: Ancy Sojan (Kerala) 6.76m, Shaili Singh (Uttar Pradesh) 6.65m, Bhavani Yadav (Andhra Pradesh) 6.42m. Hammer throw: Tanya Chaudhary (Uttar Pradesh) 68.35m (NR, previous best 65.25m), Anushka Yadav (Uttar Pradesh) 66.34m, Kulvinder Kaur (Rajasthan) 59.13m. Shot put: Manpreet Kaur (Haryana) 17.19m, Krishna Jayashankar (Tamil Nadu) 16.61m, Srishti Vig (Delhi) 15.99m. Discus throw: Seema Kaliramana (Haryana) 56.52m, Priya (Haryana) 54.82m, Nidhi Rani (Haryana) 54.16m. Javelin throw: Annu Rani (Uttar Pradesh) 57.50m, Rashmi K (Andhra Pradesh) 57.22m, Uma Choudhary (Rajasthan) 52.89m. Prize money: Total cash awards: R 65 lakh. 1st: R 1 lakh, 2nd: R 50,000, 3rd: R 25,000, 4th: R 20,000, 5th: R 15,000, 6th: R 10,000.

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Jammu Tawi, Sep 10: A drug trafficker, who escaped from the custody of the Jammu Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), has been caught in the neighboring state of Punjab. The NCB officials, in a statement issued here on Thursday, said that the NCB, in close coordination with the Jammu and Kashmir Police and Punjab Police, had [] The post Drug trafficker who escaped NCB custody arrested in Jalandhar appeared first on Northlines .

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Aqib Bashir, who had escaped from the custody of the Narcotics Control Bureau in Jammu, was re-arrested in Jalandhar, Punjab, in a joint operation by the NCB, J&K Police and Punjab Police.

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'Villagers Stopped BJP Leaders': Politics Spirals Over Punjab Man's Suicide

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Sher-E-Punjab T20: Naman Dhirs 95 powers Amritsar Soormas to third straight win

Digital Desk | Mohali, Sep 10 (IANS) Amritsar Soormas continued their impressive late-season surge in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League with a thrilling nine-run win over Jalandhar Warriors, securing their third consecutive victory and strengthening their playoff push. Batting first, the Soormas posted 178/9, powered by another sensational knock from Naman Dhir, who followed his match-winning 173 in the previous game with a blazing 95 off 48 balls, including six fours and eight sixes. Dhir struck at 197.92, once again putting the opposition under pressure and giving Amritsar a strong platform. Jalandhar mounted a spirited response, led by Randeep Singh (32 off 22), with Prabhsimran Singh (28) and Aryan Yadav (26) also contributing. However, Amritsar kept striking at crucial moments to restrict the Warriors to 169/8. Jaipartap Singh Johal, Akash Pandey and Shubham Rana picked up two wickets apiece, while Dhir also chipped in with 1/15. The win takes Amritsar Soormas to second place with eight points from seven matches, ahead of Jalandhar on net run rate. Having won their last three games, the Soormas are now firmly in contention for a top-four finish, with just one league-stage game remaining. Amritsar will close out their league campaign against Ludhiana Lions on Friday (September 11) at 7 PM at the I.S. Bindra Stadium, Mohali. With the playoff race finely poised, the Soormas will look to carry their winning momentum into the final game and strengthen their case for a top-four finish. Skipper Ramandeep Singh led from the front with a blistering, unbeaten 71 off 36 balls as Mohali Kings stormed into the semifinals of the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League with a five-wicket win over Bathinda Royals at the I.S. Bindra Stadium on Wednesday. Chasing a competitive target of 185, Mohali Kings got off to a disastrous start, losing two wickets with just four runs on the board. But skipper Ramandeep and Anmolpreet Singh (49 off 28 balls) revived the chase with a crucial 52-run stand for the third wicket before Ramandeep took control to take his side over the line.

Gender-based violence deep-rooted and multi-faceted challenge in Pakistan: Report

Digital Desk | Islamabad, Sep 10 (IANS) An effective multi-sectoral approach is needed to combat Gender-Vased Violence (GBV) in Pakistan, as the issue is deep-rooted and multi-faceted in society, stemming from individual attitudes, family dynamics and community norms, a report has detailed. Prevention measures and conviction rates in cases related to gender-based violence in Pakistan remain low despite the passage of anti-rape legislation, domestic violence laws and several amendments addressing crimes against women, according to a report in The Friday Times. Lack of political will, stereotypes, societal taboos, and judicial processes mired in caveats and complexities together prevent effective action against gender-based violence in Pakistan. Authorities might be making some efforts to curb gender-based violence in Pakistan; however, it is clearly not enough or is not being conducted in a way that produces any discernible results, the report detailed. If we are serious about nipping GBV in the bud, the whole ecosystem nurturing violence against women must be disabled, and we need to decide where to start. GBV is a deep-rooted, multi-faceted challenge in our society, stemming from individual attitudes, family dynamics, community norms, and so much more, and hence requires a commitment to multi-sectoral approaches before we can even cause a dent in this scourge, it mentioned. Recently, six women were allegedly raped, while three young girls, including a mentally challenged 15-year-old, were sexually assaulted in different places in Pakistan's Punjab province. All the incidents occurred in Lahore in the past few days, despite Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz's repeated claims of a zero-tolerance policy against gender-based violence, Pakistan-based daily Dawn reported. In one shocking incident, the suspect took a mentally challenged girl to a deserted place, where he allegedly raped her. In another incident, a woman in Hanjarwal said that her former husband forcefully entered her house and allegedly raped her. She alleged that the suspect physically assaulted her when she resisted and threatened her against reporting the incident to police. Another woman said that a cab driver told her about a job opportunity with a good salary package at a factory. A few days later, the driver contacted the woman and told her to come to a place in Kahna to share details about the job. When she reached the location, the cab driver and his friend gang-raped her and also made a video of the gang rape and committed the crime again through blackmail. A woman from Johar Town filed a complaint with the police, where she alleged that a man established physical relations with her on the promise that he would get married to her but refused to do so after she got pregnant. Nishtar Colony police registered a rape case against a suspect who sexually assaulted a woman several times. Similarly, Shahdara Town police registered a case after a woman complained that a man raped her several times. In July, Sahil's Six Months Cruel Numbers Report revealed that 3,172 cases of gender-based violence were reported in Pakistan in the first six months of 2026, including 18 cases involving transgender persons. According to the report, 644 murders, 514 cases of torture, 462 abductions, 363 suicides, 280 rapes, 175 injuries, 132 honour killings, and 21 other crimes, including harassment, gang rape and pornography cases, were reported in Pakistan in the first six months of 2026, Dawn reported. As per the report, 334 victims were in the age group 21-30 years, while 306 victims were aged between 11-20 years and 120 victims were aged between 31-40 years. The ages of victims were not included in 71 per cent of the cases. The six-month report was based on information gathered from national and regional newspapers from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan, Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT), Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan.

'Sher-E-Punjab T20 League is an opportunity for IPL': Ludhiana Lions' Salil Arora

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) Ludhiana Lions wicketkeeper-batter Salil Arora has called the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League an opportunity for the young players to catch the attention of the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises and play in the cash-rich league. Speaking to IANS, Arora emphasised that the players who do well in this tournament can have a bright future, as the Indian national selectors also pay a visit to watch matches. This is a very good league. It's an opportunity for youngsters to play IPL. A strong performance here can lead to an IPL contract, Arora told IANS. On top of that, you get experience by playing in a big league like this. And there are selectors who come here, like the IPL selectors and the Indian selectors. So this is a very big opportunity for us, he added. Arora has been a strong performer for Ludhiana as they sit close to a place in the semifinal. He has played a few fiery knocks, including a 38-ball 78 against Fazilka Falcons. The young batter reflected on his performances in the tournament. I am getting a lot of confidence (from these knocks). So, I will try to carry this momentum forward in the next match. We want to win the next match and play the semifinals. Salil, who has played U19 cricket for India, is currently part of the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL and has been impressive in the limited time he got to bat in the death overs. He opened on his first-year IPL experience and the time he spent with the likes of Pat Cummins, Heinrich Klaasen, Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma. Yes, they told me beforehand that my role would be as a finisher. And players like Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma, they used to back me all the time. Like, there were 1-2 matches that didn't go well. They used to back me and motivate me that I will do it. And the coaches used to tell me that I am a good player and I will do it. So they didn't let my confidence go down. So in the end, positive results came, he added. Arora wants to play for India next as he aims for another strong Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, having scored 358 runs in the previous edition, when he was Punjab's leading run-scorer in the domestic T20 tournament. Yes, I see the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy as a strong opportunity. I want to perform there and then go to IPL. And then I want to perform in the IPL and play for the Indian team. This is my dream and my goal, he said.

Punjab BJP chief Dhillon's convoy attacked by AAP workers

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 10 (IANS) The convoy of Punjab Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Kewal Singh Dhillon was allegedly attacked by workers of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Thursday, but he and other senior party leaders escaped unhurt. The attack took place when Dhillon was on his way to Toor Banjara village in Dirba in Sangrur district to offer condolences to the family of Gulzar Singh, who had allegedly died by suicide after being allegedly distressed by the state government. He was accompanied in the vehicle by BJP National Vice-President Manpreet Singh Badal, former State Presidents Sunil Jakhar and Ashwani Sharma. Dhillon said in a statement that the tenure of the Aam Aadmi Party had turned into a rule of hooliganism, where no one was safe. He noted that today AAP workers stopped and attacked his vehicle. This was not an attack on me, but an attack on democracy, Dhillon was quoted as saying. He said he was going with senior leaders of BJP to raise his voice for justice for Gulzar Singh's family, but on the way AAP workers, allegedly acting at the behest of their masters in Delhi, surrounded his vehicle. He added that even more shocking was the fact that the police administration stood just 100 metres ahead and watched the entire incident as a mute spectator. The (AAP) government is attempting to silence not only the voice of the people but also that of the Opposition. The Aam Aadmi Party has resorted to politics of 'saam, daam, dand, bhed'. The State BJP Chief said that the Aam Aadmi Party had crossed all limits of oppression and that its end was now near. The self-respecting people of Punjab are ready to give a befitting reply to this high-handedness. He said the BJP would not be intimidated by such attacks by the AAP government and would firmly confront every act of high-handedness by the Punjab government. During their return journey to Chandigarh, the route of Dhillon and the accompanying BJP leaders was also blocked by AAP workers. However, Dhillon and the other BJP leaders got out of their vehicles, proceeded towards the road blocked by the AAP workers, and crossed the route on foot along with the convoy, the statement added.

Nitin Nabin in Rudrapur: Modi govt has consistently stood with Sikh community, honoured its sacrifices (Lead)

Digital Desk | Rudrapur (Uttarakhand), Sep 10 (IANS) Addressing the Punjabi Gaurav Sammelan in Uttarakhand's Rudrapur on Thursday, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Nitin Nabin said the Narendra Modi government has consistently stood with the Sikh community in moments of historical injustice, persecution and crisis, while taking concrete steps to honour its faith, heritage, sacrifices and contribution to the nation. Beginning his address by recalling his association with Patna Sahib, Nabin said that Patna was his home and karmabhoomi and that the sacred land associated with Guru Gobind Singh Ji gives members of the Sikh community energy, strength and direction to serve the nation. He paid respects to Nanakmatta Sahib, where Guru Nanak Dev Ji visited around 500 years ago during his third Udasi, and also bowed before Hemkund Sahib, Nanakmatta Sahib and Reetha Sahib. Recalling the trauma of Partition in 1947, Nabin said that Sikh families in the Terai left behind their homes, belongings and memories of their ancestors and settled in the region. He paid tribute to their contribution to the development of the Terai and Udham Singh Nagar, saying their hard work helped transform the region into the granary of Uttarakhand. Referring to the Sikh community's difficult circumstances in Afghanistan, Nabin said the Central government stood firmly with Sikhs facing crisis there. He also highlighted the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), saying it fulfilled commitments made at Independence by providing a pathway to citizenship for persecuted Hindu and Sikh communities arriving from Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan. Nabin then recalled the pain of the 1984 anti-Sikh massacre. He said that for three decades, the perpetrators were not brought to justice, but Prime Minister Narendra Modi constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) in 2015, thereby advancing the process of justice. He noted that the nation would never forget the inhuman suffering inflicted on innocent Sikh families and that the BJP would never forget this painful chapter. Highlighting another historic step, Nabin said devotees had been able to view Kartarpur Sahib only through binoculars for 72 years. Prime Minister Modi opened the Kartarpur Sahib Corridor on November 9, 2019, he added, correcting this historic wrong and enabling devotees to visit the sacred place where Guru Nanak Dev Ji spent 18 years of his life. He also highlighted the declaration of December 26 as Veer Bal Diwas, saying that the decision ensured nationwide recognition for the supreme sacrifices of six-year-old Baba Zorawar Singh and nine-year-old Baba Fateh Singh. Nabin highlighted the Rs 2,700-crore ropeway project to Hemkund Sahib, saying it would make the arduous pilgrimage easier and enable devotees to have darshan in just 45 minutes. Paying tribute to the sacrifices made by the Sikh community for India's freedom and the protection of its borders, the BJP Chief said the community deserved respect and recognition on the development front. He praised the spirit of brotherhood within the Sikh community and said the way Sikh families in Patna Sahib move forward shoulder to shoulder is an example for all sections of society. He said the sacred land of Nanakmatta Sahib inspires people through the sacrifices and supreme valour.

'I Played The Ball, Not The Bowler': Salil Arora Recalls No-look Six Off Bumrah In IPL 2026

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Punjab batter Salil Arora made headlines when he smashed a 10-ball 30 against Mumbai Indians in one of the matches during his debut Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season for Sunrisers Hyderabad, where he hit a spectacular no-look six off India pace icon Jasprit Bumrah. Arora played a strong hand in the death overs in SRH's clash against five-time winners MI, as he helped his team chase down 244 at the Wankhede Stadium. Heinrich Klaasen led the chase with his unbeaten 30-ball 65, but Salil also made a strong impact coming in at No.6 in the death overs with his 30-run outing, which included three sixes and two fours. He hit one of those maximums to Bumrah, a no-look hit straight down the ground to one of the best modern-day cricketers in the world. Speaking exclusively to IANS, Arora recalled his memorable knock, emphasising that his focus was not on the bowler, but on the ball rather. When I went to bat, there were a lot of big names in front of me. Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah and Suryakumar Yadav among others. So our senior players and coaches were just telling me, 'don't think that there are big players in front of you'. So when Bumrah came to bowl to me, I didn't think he was coming in. I played the ball, not the bowler, and backed my batting, Salil told IANS. Arora, who is currently playing for Ludhiana Lions in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League, had a stellar outing in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025-26, wherein he scored 358 runs, including an unbeaten 125 off 45 balls against Jharkhand. That helped him earn an IPL deal with SRH as he was picked for Rs 1.50 crore by the 2016 champions. Arora reflected on the advice he received from the SRH leadership group and sharing the dressing room with the likes of Pat Cummins, Heinrich Klaasen, Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan. Arora, who is currently playing for Ludhiana Lions in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League, had a stellar outing in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025-26, wherein he scored 358 runs, including an unbeaten 125 off 45 balls against Jharkhand. That helped him earn an IPL deal with SRH as he was picked for Rs 1.50 crore by the 2016 champions. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Like, there were 1-2 matches that didn't go well. They used to back me and motivate me that I will do it. And the coaches used to tell me that I am a good player and I will do it. So they didn't let my confidence go down. So in the end, positive results came, he added. Article Source: IANS

Punjab CM using green pen for torture, alleges Sukhbir Badal

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 10 (IANS) Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) President Sukhbir Badal on Thursday said that Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann was using his self-proclaimed green pen for loot and torture with the latest incident of a youth consuming poison in despair after being tortured at the Dhuri police station. The Akali Dal chief was addressing a gathering in Kharar town, and he promised that the constituency would be developed in a holistic manner once the party took over the reins of the state. Asserting that the latest incident followed a spate of cases of torture and suicide in Sheron and Toor Banjara villages in which two people were tortured for showing a black flag to the Chief Minister and for questioning Finance Minister Harpal Cheema on the rampant sale of drugs, Badal said: This is the change AAP has brought into Punjab politics. Shaming the Chief Minister for brandishing a green pen while claiming it would bring in a revolution by being used for public good, he said: All this green pen has done is silence the voice of dissent and loot the resources of the state. He said today, again in a shocking incident, the police tortured youth Chamkaur Singh to such an extent in Dhuri that he consumed a poisonous substance in police lock-up. Badal said even as all this was happening, CM Mann was indulging in lies and mimicry in fake Lok Milni programmes and strutting around on stages in an inebriated condition. Simultaneously he is also handing over clean chits to thugs, drug lords and even rapists. He said the manner in which the Chief Minister had inducted alleged gangster Gurpreet Singh Sekhon into AAP and made him the partys in-charge of Zira, despite the fact that he had 50 criminal cases pending against him, revealed his true stand on tackling gangsters. Badal announced that the party would tackle the menace of gangsters and drugs once it came to power by enacting special laws which would allow seizure of their properties and a minimum jail term of 20 years.

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'Dream is to play for India': Salil Arora wants more SMAT, IPL success for national cap

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) Punjab and Sunrisers Hyderabad batter Salil Arora is looking ahead to the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and the Indian Premier League as he looks to fulfil his dream of playing for India in the future. The 23-year-old, who is currently playing for Ludhiana Lions in the ongoing Sher-E-Punjab T20 League, had a stellar Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy campaign in 2025-26 and also impressed many with his exploits in the IPL 2026. Arora was Punjab's leading run-scorer in the SMAT 2025-26, having scored 358 runs in eight innings, including a maverick unbeaten 125 off 45 balls against Jharkhand. His SMAT exploits helped him earn an IPL contract with the SRH ahead of the 2026 season, and he impressed in his limited time at the crease in the death overs, with a notable knock of 30 off just 10 balls being one of his major highlights from the season. Speaking to IANS, Arora revealed that his dream remains to play for India as he is eyeing another strong SMAT and an IPL and is not looking to take pressure from his previous strong outings. Yes, I see the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy as a strong opportunity. I want to perform there and then go to the IPL. And then I want to perform in the IPL and play for the Indian team. This is my dream and my goal, he told IANS. Arora, the wicketkeeper batter, is currently part of the leadership group of Ludhiana in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League and has led the side in the absence of Arshdeep Singh. He has played a few fiery knocks, including a 38-ball 78 against Fazilka Falcons, and has also batted higher up the order at No.3 in the tournament. The young batter shared that the outings in the state franchise league have helped him, while he also opened on the change in batting position in the league. I am getting a lot of confidence (from these knocks). So, I will try to carry this momentum forward in the next match. We want to win the next match and play the semifinals. I felt the need to bat higher up the order, as per the requirements of the team. So as I changed the batting order, the result was also positive. So I thought I should play up, he said, highlighting his unbeaten 78 off 38 deliveries.

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The Joy Of Bowling Dhoni Bhai Out Was Different: Kartik Chadha Recalls CSK Experience

Punjab T20 League: For Kartik Chadha, the spin sensation from Jalandhar, the opportunity to spend time with Chennai Super Kings during IPL 2025 was surreal from the moment he received the call. But it was an intra-squad game at Chepauk, and a dismissal of Mahendra Singh Dhoni, that gave the young leg-spinner perhaps his biggest confidence boost. Kartik, who worked with CSK as a net bowler, said that simply getting the opportunity to join the franchise was difficult to comprehend. Yes, it was a very unreal moment when I got the call that we have seen you, and you should come and join us at CSK. So it was very unreal at first. When I went there obviously Dhoni bhai is such a big name. So it was a big deal to share the dressing room with him. It was a big deal for me, Kartik told IANS in an exclusive interaction on Thursday. The experience went beyond merely being around established stars. Kartik, who is currently a part of Ludhiana Lions in the Sher-e-Punjab league, had the opportunity to bowl in intra-squad matches, and his performances in those games gradually changed how he viewed himself. Then, when I practised with him. Played matches. There were intra-squad matches. I bowled very well there, and thats when I started believing that I belong there. My confidence only boosted thereafter; I thought, yes, I can do it. One particular intra-squad game remains especially memorable. Kartik claimed four wickets, with Dhoni among his victims. I remember we had an intra-squad match, and I took four wickets. I also bowled out Dhoni bhai. It was like a normal practice game. Like a match simulation type, but I managed to bowl out Dhoni bhai there. The significance of the dismissal was not lost on Kartik, even though he was quick to point out that he was also being hit during the contest. I was getting hit equally, but the joy of bowling Dhoni bhai out was different. The CSK experience became an important part of Kartiks development, particularly because it allowed him to test his leg-spin against high-level batters in a competitive environment. His hard work was evident when he dismissed Indias ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill during one of the encounters at the ongoing league in Punjab. But the path to that opportunity had not been straightforward. Injuries had repeatedly interrupted his progress, including a fractured finger during last year's Maharaja Ranjit Cup and an ankle injury shortly before the Sher-E-Punjab League. I had been facing a lot of issues with my fitness for a very long time because there was always some injury or the other. Last year, during the Maharaja Ranjit Cup, I fractured my finger, so it was a very tough time. And 2-3 months ago, my ankle got fractured. I got a ligament tear. I thought that even after doing so well, I was getting injured my ankle got fractured before Sher-E-Punjab and after our districts. The timing of the latest injury made it particularly difficult to accept. So it was a very disturbing moment. There was a very good flow this time, but I got injured. So I was down for 1-1.5 months. I had been facing a lot of issues with my fitness for a very long time because there was always some injury or the other. Last year, during the Maharaja Ranjit Cup, I fractured my finger, so it was a very tough time. And 2-3 months ago, my ankle got fractured. I got a ligament tear. I thought that even after doing so well, I was getting injured my ankle got fractured before Sher-E-Punjab and after our districts. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories But then I did my best to recover from the ankle injury. After that, I had faith in myself that I could do it. But at that time, I felt this was not possible. But then when I came back, I played matches and practised. So that momentum started again. Then I came to Sher-e-Punjab. So I have been backing myself since then. Article Source: IANS

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Sher-e-Punjab T20: 'Focus only on the next game,' says Arshdeep ahead of crucial clash

Digital Desk | Mohali, Sep 10 (IANS) Ludhiana Lions captain Arshdeep Singh said the team would not be distracted by the points table and would instead focus on executing its plans as they look to secure their place in the top four when they take on Amritsar Soormas in their final league match of the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League at the IS Bindra Stadium on Friday. Ludhiana are currently third on the points table, with most teams still in contention for the remaining three playoff spots. Mohali Kings are the only side to have already secured their place in the last four. We go into our final league match with the same mindset, focusing only on the game in front of us and not getting distracted by the points table, Arshdeep said ahead of the clash. Ludhiana enter the match with renewed confidence after ending a three-match losing streak with a six-wicket win over Shubman Gills Fazilka Falcons in their previous outing. Salil Arora starred with 78 off 38 balls, while Bikramjeet Singh and Arjun Rajput contributed 58 and 35, respectively, to help Ludhiana chase down the target comfortably. Were at the business end of the tournament. I believe we have played much better cricket than our current points suggest. With one league match remaining, the plan is simple: go out, execute our plans and do everything within our ability to fight for a place in the playoffs, said Arshdeep. It is still within our reach. Im confident that if we tighten up the small things that have gone against us in the last few matches, we can find ourselves in the final four. Arshdeep also praised the contribution of both senior players and youngsters in the Ludhiana squad. Every member of the squad, whether an experienced senior or a young talent who may not have as many games under his belt, has taken his role and responsibility extremely seriously. The boys have consistently put their hands up for whatever the team needs and have played crucial roles for Ludhiana Lions, he said. Among the emerging players, Arjun Rajput, Kartik Chadha, Sahil Bhaskar and Madhav Singh Pathania have made important contributions. Rajput scored 82 runs off 45 balls and claimed four wickets for 27 runs in the same match against Bathinda Royals, while Chadha has been among the leading wicket-takers in the tournament. He is currently second on the wicket-taking charts behind his Ludhiana teammate Sahil Bhaskar. Arjun Rajput is an obvious name. Hes slowly been making his presence felt and has also earned his U19 call-up. I genuinely believe he has a very bright future ahead, Arshdeep said. Kartik Chadha is another player who really stands out to me. He has shades of multiple Indian superstars in his game, and Im confident that whenever he gets the opportunity, hell grab it with both hands. His bowling performances already speak for themselves. Ludhiana Lions will face Abhishek Sharmas Amritsar Soormas at 7 pm on Friday in what promises to be a crucial encounter in the race for the playoffs.

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Self-belief, ability to read batters driving Sher-E-Punjab success, says Kartik Chadha

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) Kartik Chadha has been one of the finds of the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League, but the Ludhiana Lions leg-spinner insists there has been no sudden transformation behind his emergence. For him, the performances have been a result of backing his ability, trusting his process and understanding the batters he is up against. The 22-year-old is currently sitting atop the wickets table after making a strong impact in the tournament, but Kartik believes the confidence was present from the very beginning. I have been playing tournaments for the last two years. But this one is happening on a higher level. We have got a good platform. I am backing myself, and from day one, I am backing my strength. And I have always believed in myself since the first game, be it against any team or any player. I just believed in myself and knew I could do it. And I was following the process, which is why I am getting good results, Kartik told IANS in an exclusive interaction on Thursday. His performances have been built around an attacking skill that is difficult to marry with consistency. Kartik, however, has spent years trying to make control a defining part of his leg-spin. Its been a lot of years now. Four years or so. I am just working on it regularly. I have been with IPL for two years and have also worked as a net bowler. So I have gained a lot of experience from there. And I have learned a lot. So I am just backing myself. And I practise bowling a lot. Thats the reason behind consistency. And the rest is all about confidence. And it is very important to believe in yourself in the end. For a spinner operating in the middle overs, reading the batter can be just as important as the quality of the delivery itself. Kartik says understanding the situation and identifying where a batter is looking to score determines his approach. It all depends upon the situation, actually. What is the demand of the situation? And obviously, how the player is playing. We should know his strengths, where he can play. And where he is hitting the shots. So it is important to be self-aware and to back yourself. You have to believe in yourself. That you can do it. He believes the battle is ultimately one of information and anticipation. Because even when the batsman comes on to the crease, he will aim to strike you. So we just have to see how he is playing and where he is playing the shots. The main thing is how you read the batter. The one who reads the batter well takes the upper edge! Kartik's success has come despite conditions that can make life particularly difficult for a leg-spinner. The art demands wrist consistency, while evening matches can introduce dew, making gripping the ball harder. No one can see your struggle from the scorecard alone. Basically, what happens is A leg-spinner has to be bowled from the opposite hand. So its tough to bowl from the wrist, because consistency is required. At the level at which we are playing now, with the number of batters we are facing, it happens that you have to do that. On top of that, dew factors come into play. The ball gets a little wet during play, making it more difficult. Kartik feels those difficulties are part of what makes his craft so demanding. So this little thing comes up: the art of leg spin is a little difficult. Because I have been playing for 8 years, I reached here. So its basically that. This art form is a little difficult to see in cricket. So I will say this reflects that.

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BJP national president Nitin Nabin will flag off the yatra, sources said, and Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to attend the concluding event in Jalandhar.

Sher-e-Punjab T20: Responsibility Helps Me Grow, Says Ramandeep As Mohali Kings Storm Into Semis

Punjab T20 League: Asserting that responsibility helps him grow as a player, skipper Ramandeep Singh led from the front with a blistering, unbeaten 71 off 36 balls as Mohali Kings stormed into the semifinals of the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League with a five-wicket win over Bathinda Royals at the I.S. Bindra Stadium here on Wednesday. Chasing a competitive target of 185, Mohali Kings got off to a disastrous start, losing two wickets with just four runs on the board. But skipper Ramandeep and Anmolpreet Singh (49 off 28 balls) revived the chase with a crucial 52-run stand for the third wicket before Ramandeep took control to take his side over the line. Our dressing room is very calm; as we all know, not every match can be won. I think responsibility helps me to grow, and I try to finish the game on my own, Ramandeep said after the match ended. Despite securing a spot in the semifinals, Ramandeep cautioned his side against complacency as the group stage draws to a close. My message for the team is we have two matches left, and we must keep our heads down and keep on working, he added. Earlier, Bathinda Royals staged a solid recovery after being reduced to 17/2. Harnoor Singh (43 off 36 balls) and Gourav Choudhary (35 off 22 deliveries) put on a 74-run partnership for the third wicket, before late flourishes from Ridham Satyawan (31 off 19 balls) and Shahbaz Sandhu (38 not out off 23 deliveries) propelled them to 184/6 in 20 overs. Mohali Kings coach Harvinder Singh expressed satisfaction with how the teams tactical plans and player combinations were executed to get the desired result. Our team combination is something we are working on, and players have performed the way we were thinking. As soon as the tournament started, we counselled senior players about taking responsibility, so that was the plan today also that even if wickets were down, we will not lose patience and take the game till the end, Harvinder noted. Mohali Kings coach Harvinder Singh expressed satisfaction with how the teams tactical plans and player combinations were executed to get the desired result. Our team combination is something we are working on, and players have performed the way we were thinking. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories To youngsters, I say that trust your strength. I say control the controllables. In T20 cricket, it is all about momentum. These are some mental skills you use. Now the games are a knockout, so we want to give 110 percent in the next matches to win the trophy. Article Source: IANS

Bank Ordered To Pay For Failed ATM Transaction And Compensation

A Delhi consumer commission has directed Punjab and Sind Bank to refund Rs 10,000 to a customer whose ATM transaction failed to dispense cash but debited his account. The bank was also ordered to pay significant compensation for delayed reversal, mental agony, and litigation expenses, reinforcing consumer rights in banking disputes.