Coal Ministry rejects inadequate coal supply as cause of Punjab power crisis
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 13 (IANS) The Ministry of Coal on Sunday clarified that adequate coal has been made available to power plants in Punjab and attributed the state's reduced power generation to factors including low utilisation of its own plants, reported breakdowns at independent power plants and inadequate lifting of coal already offered by Coal India Limited (CIL). The clarification came after media reports attributed reduced generation at Punjab's thermal plants to plant outages and inadequate coal supply. The ministry said the government has already enabled coal movement to Punjab's independent power plants (IPPs) from PSPCL's captive mines and that CIL remains committed to ensuring uninterrupted coal supply for power generation in the state. It said higher utilisation of PSPCL's own plants, monitoring of breakdowns at IPPs and timely lifting of coal offered by CIL subsidiaries would help optimise power generation and address Punjab's requirements. The ministry said it has enabled supply of coal from PSPCL's captive Pachhwara Central Coal Mine to IPPs, subject to fulfilment of statutory payment obligations to the Jharkhand government. Coal from the Pachhwara mine can also be used by IPPs not owned by PSPCL, including Nabha Power Limited (Rajpura) and Talwandi Sabo Power Limited (Mansa), up to 50 per cent of annual production after meeting the requirements of specified end-use plants. The ministry said CIL supplies to Punjab's IPPs remain adequate. Against Nabha Power's average consumption of around 4.3 rakes per day over the last three days, rake supply averaged around five rakes per day. For Talwandi Sabo Power, against consumption of around 3.8 rakes per day, supply averaged around five rakes per day. During September 2026 so far, average supply has been around 4.9 rakes per day for Nabha Power and 4.1 rakes per day for Talwandi Sabo Power, higher than their average consumption, it said. Between April 2026 and September 11, production at the mine stood at 83.67 per cent of the annual target, while despatch was 68.44 per cent of the target. As of September 11, coal stock at PSPCL's plants stood at around 114 per cent of the normative requirement, indicating adequate coal availability, the ministry said.
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Punjab-born man killed in Australia truck crash three weeks after daughter's birth
Punjab-born man killed in Australia truck crash three weeks after daughter's birth
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Diljit Dosanjh offers fans free turban wrapping at historic Wembley concert
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Punjab receiving 1,051 MW less power from Central Power Pool, says Tarunpreet Singh Sond
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Punjab: Ludhiana bicycle industry hit by long power cuts; industrialists warn of shifting units
Digital Desk | Ludhiana, Sep 13 (IANS) The bicycle industry in Punjab's Ludhiana is facing difficulties due to prolonged power cuts, with industrialists claiming that frequent and lengthy interruptions in the electricity supply are affecting production and forcing them to rely on generators. Industrialist Avtar Singh Bhoghal, associated with the bicycle industry, said that the sector has been facing electricity-related problems for the past several days. He said the long power cuts were disrupting the normal functioning of industrial units and making it difficult for them to carry out their work smoothly. Speaking to IANS, Bhoghal said manufacturers were being forced to switch to generators whenever the electricity supply was disrupted. Although generator power allows units to continue working, he said it significantly increases the cost of production. He said the impact of the power cuts was also being felt by workers and labourers. According to Bhoghal, when electricity is unavailable, industrial units have to depend on generators to complete their work, while the disruption also affects the regular functioning of the labour force. Even today, our labour is being affected because the electricity is off. We are getting the work completed through generators, but the cost of production is much higher, Bhoghal said. He said the situation had become a matter of concern for the industry, particularly because manufacturers were already having to bear the additional expenses associated with running generators. The prolonged outages, he said, were making industrial operations more expensive. Bhoghal warned that if the power situation continued in the same manner, industrialists could be compelled to consider shifting their businesses to other states. He said manufacturers cannot continue to depend on generators for extended periods because of the additional cost involved. If the situation remains like this, we will be forced to prepare for shifting our industry to another state, he said. The concerns raised by the bicycle industry come amid complaints of electricity shortages in different parts of Punjab. For Ludhianas industrial sector, reliable power supply is important to maintain regular production and control operating costs. Bhoghal said the authorities need to address the electricity-related problems faced by industrial units so that production is not repeatedly disrupted. He cautioned that if the present situation persists, the rising cost of running industries could leave manufacturers with little option but to explore moving their units outside Punjab.
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Ammy Virk Safe After Canada Shooting Near Concert Convoy
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Diljit Dosanjh makes history under the famous Wembley arch
Wembley Stadium billed Diljit Dosanjh as the first Punjabi singer to headline the iconic music venue.
Power cuts paralyse Punjab rice mills; Opon. slams AAP over Roshan Punjab promise
In a statement, Punjab Power Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond said Punjab is currently receiving 1,051 MW less power against its share from the Central Power pool. The Centre should immediately provide Punjab its due share, he added
Punjabs Power Crisis Blamed on AAP Government, Says Sunil Jakhar
Sunil Jakhar criticizes Punjabs AAP government for mismanagement leading to a severe power crisis affecting industries and households. Punjabs Power Crisis Blamed on AAP Government, Says Sunil Jakhar
Akali Dal Protests Removal of Punjab History Papers from University Curriculum
The Akali Dal expressed concern over Punjab Universitys decision to remove history papers related to the states rich heritage. Akali Dal Protests Removal of Punjab History Papers from University Curriculum
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Inter-state gang targeting Char Dham pilgrims busted, key accused arrested
Digital Desk | Chamoli, Sep 12 (IANS) The Chamoli Police in Uttarakhand have invoked the Gangsters Act against an organised inter-state gang allegedly involved in pickpocketing and cheating pilgrims during the ongoing Char Dham Yatra, with the gang leader arrested from Devprayag. The accused, identified as 26-year-old Sunil Kumar, a native of Bharatpur in Rajasthan and currently residing in Punjab's Bathinda was arrested on September 11 following sustained technical surveillance and ground-level intelligence gathering. According to the police, the gang took advantage of the heavy rush of devotees during the Char Dham Yatra and systematically targeted pilgrims. The investigation revealed that the accused were not part of an ordinary or loosely connected group but were operating as an organised inter-state criminal gang. A case was registered at Kotwali Shri Badrinath on April 27, 2026, under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). As the investigation progressed, police established links between the accused and a wider organised network involved in targeting pilgrims. Police had earlier arrested four members of the gang. They were identified as Krishna Kumar, 28, a resident of Punjab's Bathinda; Diya, 25, a resident of Mor Mandi in Bathinda; Sunil Kumar, 26, a native of Rajasthan's Bharatpur and currently residing in Bathinda; and Lalit Kumar, 31, a resident of Rajasthan's Alwar. During interrogation, police uncovered details of the gang's activities and found that its members had allegedly targeted pilgrims not only in the Badrinath Dham area but also in Kedarnath Dham. A separate case in connection with similar incidents has also been registered at Sonprayag police station. According to the police, the findings in both cases established the organised and inter-state nature of the gang's criminal activities. Chamoli Police subsequently prepared a detailed gang chart and obtained approval from the District Magistrate before initiating action under the Gangsters Act against the gang and its members. Police teams maintained continuous surveillance on the suspects and combined technical inputs with information collected on the ground. The coordinated investigation eventually helped them trace the gang leader. Based on technical surveillance, Sunil Kumar was arrested from Devprayag on September 11. Police said the action is an important step towards ensuring the safety of pilgrims during the Char Dham Yatra and curbing organised criminal activities targeting devotees.
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SAD opposes removal of 4 Punjab history papers from PU PG syllabus
Gangster's extradition from Moldova shows Mann government's resolve: Punjab minister
Pilot to join Sept 15 Punjab Congress protest against Cheema
Punjab gangster Amritpal Singh extradited from Moldova to India
Punjab gangster Amritpal Singh has been extradited from Moldova to India in connection with multiple criminal cases, including a double murder, the CBI said. The extradition marks Indias first such case from a European country, according to the agency
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Punjab faces 3,000 MW power shortfall amid 10-hour outages, says minister
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BJP attacks Punjab education system, RP Singh claims 70 pc schools face teacher shortage
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) The political tussle over the state of school education in Punjab intensified further on Saturday, with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national spokesperson R.P. Singh targeting the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government over alleged shortages of teachers and deteriorating conditions in schools. Singh was responding to a statement by Congress leader and All India Congress Committee (AICC) Punjab In-charge Sachin Pilot, who had appealed to the BJP to keep an equal watch on schools in Punjab. Taking a swipe at the Punjab government, the BJP National spokesperson said Pilot was showing some consideration towards the AAP and claimed that the situation in Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's home district Sangrur was also poor. Sachin Pilot is showing some mercy towards the Aam Aadmi Party. The condition of schools in Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's own district Sangrur is bad, Singh added. He alleged that several schools in the district were functioning without adequate teachers. There are 55,000 teachers, but 18,000 teacher posts have not been filled yet. Seventy per cent of schools do not have teachers. The school education system has collapsed, the BJP spokesperson claimed. On Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's remarks regarding India's electoral system, Singh said there was no doubt that the world recognised the strength of India's election process. He said that conducting elections on such a large scale, from voter registration to counting, while maintaining transparency throughout the process, was a major achievement. Reacting to Enforcement Directorate action at the residence of a close aide of former Uttarakhand Chief Minister Harish Rawat, Singh said cash amounting to Rs 32 lakh and gold had allegedly been recovered from the residence of the aide's personal assistant. He questioned how the personal assistant, whose salary was not very high, could have accumulated such assets and said questions were being raised about in whose name the properties had been acquired. He also reacted on Andhra Pradesh government action against former Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party Chief Jagan Mohan Reddy. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu is acting according to the law. Jagan Mohan Reddy should not cry over it. Action should be taken according to the law, and if anyone feels that it is not being done according to the law, they can approach the court, Singh said. Following the change of government in 2024, the Chandrababu Naidu-led administration has stepped up investigations into alleged irregularities during the previous YSRCP government.
Akali Dal opposes removal of papers on Punjab history by Panjab University
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 12 (IANS) The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) on Saturday expressed concern over the removal of four papers covering the history of Punjab from the postgraduate history syllabus of the Panjab University in Chandigarh, contending that the move would do a disservice to preserving the state's rich historical heritage. Giving details on the issue, senior Akali leader Daljit Singh Cheema said the four papers, which provided students an opportunity to study the history of Punjab from the 15th to the 17th century, the 18th century, the 19th century, and the 20th century, should not be tinkered with in any form. He said he had taken up the issue with the Vice-Chancellor as well as the Head of the Department of History, both of whom had assured him that the decision was being reversed shortly and the entire earlier syllabus would be restored. Stressing that such decisions, which had deep cultural and historical sensitivities for Punjabis, are not repeated in future, Cheema said: Punjabs history must remain an integral and respected part of the academic study. Panjab University, where 75 per cent of graduating students are women, is a 143-year-old varsity with its alma mater including former Prime Ministers Dr Manmohan Singh and I.K. Gujral, and former President Shankar Dayal Sharma. In Chandigarh, the joint capital of Punjab and Haryana, a beautiful red sandstone campus was designed for the varsity by Pierre Jeanneret under the guidance of Swiss-French architect Le Corbusier. The university moved here from 1958 to 1960. Till the re-organisation of Punjab in 1966, the university had its regional centres at Rohtak, Shimla, and Jalandhar, and its affiliated colleges were located in Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and the Union Territory of Chandigarh. With the re-organisation of Punjab, the university became an Inter-State Body Corporate catering to the newly organised states of Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and Punjab and Chandigarh. Gradually, the colleges of Himachal and Haryana were affiliated to the universities in the respective states, and Panjab University was left with the affiliated colleges in the Union Territory of Chandigarh and parts of Punjab. The Panjab University Campus, located in Sectors 14 and 25, spreads across 550 acres.
Punjabs power sector ruined: BJP leader Jakhar blames AAP govt
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 12 (IANS) Former Punjab BJP president Sunil Jakhar on Saturday targeted the Bhagwant Mann-led state government over the power situation in the state, saying that its mismanagement and financial handling of the power corporation had contributed to the electricity crisis. Jakhar said the government had financially weakened the power corporation to serve its political interests, and claimed that this had left Punjab facing the threat of blackouts. He said after the so-called advertised revolutions in education and healthcare, the truth behind what he described as the Aam Aadmi Party governments false electricity revolution had also been exposed. Not only are industries facing prolonged power cuts, but domestic consumers are also experiencing long outages. This is evidence of the governments poor management and the financial damage inflicted on the power corporation to serve its political interests, Jakhar said in a statement here. The BJP leader said the electricity shortage was affecting the states economy and claimed that farmers were not receiving adequate power supply even at night, let alone during the day, at a time when irrigation requirements had increased because of the weak monsoon. Jakhar also warned that the coming period could be even more difficult for Punjabs power sector. He further said that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, instead of focusing on the problems facing the state, was preoccupied with saving his position. Jakhar said a government could not be run through jokes and blamed the present situation on what he described as the governments failure to focus on its administrative responsibilities. He further said that the government had attempted to reshape the financial structure of the power corporation to suit its political requirements, which, according to him, had contributed to the current situation. Jakhar said the time had come for the people of Punjab to hold the government accountable.
Bumrah Needs Game Time To Build Confidence On Return From Knee Injury, Says Captain Shreyas Iyer
Arun Jaitley Stadium: India skipper Shreyas Iyer said returning fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah's focus is entirely on match readiness and winning championships as he prepares to return to international action in Sunday's T20I opener against Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Bumrahs return after missing England's third ODI and the Sri Lanka Test series delivers a crucial boost for India, whose T20I form has faltered since June via defeats to Ireland and England, before winning the series in Zimbabwe. The two-time T20 World Cup winner boasts 121 wickets in 95 T20Is, a resume highlighted by his Player of the Tournament performance in 2024 and a Player of the Match display in this year's final against New Zealand. Iyer also noted that even established players require time on the field to regain match sharpness following a lay-off. See, as a player comes out of an injury, it's important that he gets game time and you need that sort of confidence when you are coming into the game. He has played so much cricket over the years. He is immensely experienced, but at the end of the day, if you would ask me as an individual who is coming out of an injury, I would want more game time and more confidence leading up to a certain tournament. Definitely, I interacted with him yesterday. He is in that mindset where he wants to come and perform for the team and see to it that we win championships, said Iyer in the pre-match press conference on Saturday. The right-handed batter was optimistic about the squads preparation overall, highlighting that high-intensity training sessions over the past two days have gone well despite ongoing workload management considerations. See, as I mentioned, we are just focusing on tomorrow's game at the moment. Looking at every individual who has come out of an injury, they are looking fit and fine. They are in great shape. We had two high-intensity sessions yesterday and the day before yesterday. So, I honestly can't tell you how we are going to manage it. But all I can assure you is that the team is looking promising. We are having great preparation. I want to be optimistic in terms of how we approach the game. Iyer praised the inclusion of fast bowler Yash Thakur, who was called up to the squad following a fresh thigh injury to Harshit Rana. Nagpur-based Thakur made his T20I debut in July against Zimbabwe and picked up two wickets in as many games. Thakur has also been with the Punjab Kings, a franchise Iyer captains in the IPL since 2025. As you see, Yash, he has been playing a lot of domestic cricket as well. He has performed consistently for his team, Vidarbha. They have won championships, and he has been someone who has been consistent throughout. So, he definitely deserves to be here. Leading up to the Asian Games, his name was already there as a backup. So, he is someone who is a quality bowler who has experience bowling in the domestic and also in the IPL. We have all seen him. He is a fantastic fielder as well. So, looking at all these qualities, I feel that he is the right match-up against a quality opponent and definitely, he has got the mindset of a champion, he said while replying to a query from IANS. As you see, Yash, he has been playing a lot of domestic cricket as well. He has performed consistently for his team, Vidarbha. They have won championships, and he has been someone who has been consistent throughout. So, he definitely deserves to be here. Leading up to the Asian Games, his name was already there as a backup. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories So, whoever gets the opportunity in place of them, they have to see to it that they seize their position and definitely help the team to victory. I am glad that Nitish is back from his injury, and he is looking in great shape, and the efforts that he put in yesterday, I saw the workload was pretty intense. Yes, looking forward to seeing him in this series and then all the games going forward. Article Source: IANS
BJP Criticizes Punjabs Education System, Claims 70% of Schools Lack Teachers
BJP spokesperson R.P. Singh criticizes Punjabs education system, claiming a severe shortage of teachers in schools across the state. BJP Criticizes Punjabs Education System, Claims 70% of Schools Lack Teachers
MRSPTU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University (MRSPTU) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Assistant Professor (Guest Faculty) post. Eligible candidates can apply through email by 15 September 2026. The detailed notification and application details are available on the official website.
CBI coordinates extradition of fugitive Punjab gangster from Moldova (2nd Lead)
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), in coordination with the Ministry of External affairs (MEA), the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and Punjab Police, on Saturday secured the extradition of a Red Notice fugitive, involved in double murder and other crimes, from Moldova, achieving India's first-ever extradition from a European nation, an official said. Amritpal Singh alias Gurpal Singh was brought to India from Moldova on the request of Punjab Police, the official said in a statement. He was wanted in multiple criminal cases registered in Punjab. The criminal cases against the subject include double murder with the use of firearms, offences under the Arms Act and NDPS Act. His criminal activities included offences related to forgery/cheating, use of forged documents and violations of the Passport Act. The CBI in a statement said, At the request of Punjab Police, the CBI got a Red Notice published against the subject through INTERPOL channels. Subsequently, the subject was geo-located and arrested by the Moldovian authorities. Thereafter, an extradition request was submitted to the Moldovian authorities. Following due legal process, the Moldovian authorities granted extradition of the subject to India, it added. A four-member team of Punjab Police visited Chisinau in Moldova to bring him back to the country, the CBI said. The CBI, as the National Central Bureau for INTERPOL in India, coordinates with all law enforcement agencies in India through BHARATPOL for assistance via INTERPOL channels. More than 175 wanted criminals have been successfully brought back to India in the last few years through coordination via INTERPOL channels, the statement said. Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said that Amritpal Singh alias Amrit Dalam is a key operative of the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang. He is wanted in multiple cases of murders, attempt to murder, the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), Arms Act and Narcotic offences, the DGP said on social media platform 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. Accused Amritpal Singh was detained by Moldovan authorities on February 24, while he was attempting to cross the Otaci state border towards Ukraine, following which the extradition process against him was initiated through Punjab Police's Overseas Fugitive Tracking and Extradition Cell (OFTEC).
PAU Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Junior Research Fellow post. Eligible candidates can submit their offline applications by 22 September 2026. The prescribed application form and detailed notification are available on the official website.
Moldova extradites wanted Punjab gangster Amritpal Singh to India after Red Notice
Amritpal Singh, a Red Notice subject, has been extradited from Moldova to India. He is wanted in Punjab for serious criminal cases including murder and drug offenses. The extradition followed coordination between Indian agencies and Moldovan authorities. Singh was apprehended near the Moldova border after an Interpol Red Notice was issued. He will now face multiple criminal charges registered against him in Punjab.
Afghanistan Could Start With Nabi To Put Indian Openers On Early Tight Leash, Warns Sarandeep
T20 World Cup: Afghanistan could deploy veteran off-spin bowling all-rounder Mohammad Nabi with the new ball in Sunday's opening T20I game to target India's heavy left-handed top order, warned former off-spinner and national selector Sarandeep Singh. A significant part of the build-up to the three-game series has been how the Indian batting line-up could counter the threat posed by Nabi, ace leg-spinner Rashid Khan and wrist-spinner Noor Ahmad, especially in the power play and middle overs. Bowling Nabi upfront also depends on whether India stick with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to bat alongside Abhishek Sharma or bring back Sanju Samson. I am saying that before Rashid Khan as well, if Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Abhishek Sharma play as openers, it is possible that Mohammad Nabi can be seen bowling in the first over. That can be a strategy or plan from them, as hes an off-spinner and he will definitely be given a chance. We saw in the T20 World Cup, which we won, Abhishek Sharma was having a tough time in the beginning, Sarandeep told IANS in a select virtual interaction organised by FanCode, the official digital broadcasters of the three-game series. He also reminded of how Abhishek had a rough time against off-spinners in this years T20 World Cup, something which Afghanistan can look to exploit via their crafty spin troika. Everyone began bowling off-spin to him and were able to get Abhishek Sharma out often. But I feel both of them will start hitting from the very first ball. Ishan Kishan will fare sensibly against them, but I think more than Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi will play a role, especially if he bowls with the new ball. We will have to see if Rashid Khan has a strategy or plan to counter them, as he has been playing IPL for so many years. He has played a lot on Indian soil and has shared the dressing room with the Indian players and has got to know each other very well. I think we will see them with a great bowling plan for him tomorrow. There is no doubt that Nabi will bowl the first over against both those openers. Sarandeep also believes that Afghanistan's extensive experience across global T20 leagues makes them a formidable opponent to take on the Shreyas Iyer-led Indian team. I said the same thing a while ago. Their spin bowling attack, 6-7 players in the middle order, pacers and batters play T20 cricket worldwide. They play in big leagues and have a great experience of playing T20s. Rashid Khan will definitely play a big role in bowling against the Indian middle order. Highlighting the conditions at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, Sarandeep expected high-scoring encounters could be the norm in three games, while adding that India should look to play Varun Chakaravarthy, Washington Sundar and Axar Patel as their spin bowling combination. The way Delhi Premier League games happened sometime ago and how Arun Jaitley Stadium wickets usually behave, it supports a lot of batting. We have seen big runs coming off the pitches in the T20 World Cup and domestic season. As far as spinners are concerned, India always likes to go with the all-rounders. Ravi Bishnoi was in the scheme of things, but was not able to perform as well. Varun Chakaravarthy is a regular spinner; Washington Sundar and Axar Patel can bat and bowl as well. I feel it will be a good combination for India, as there should be variations as well. There should be a left-arm spinner and an off-spinner, and India will definitely go with them, he added. Turning to the fast bowling unit, Sarandeep recalled how he met Jasprit Bumrah during his recovery from a left knee injury at the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, and the big boost the current T20 World Cup holders, India, get from his return. It is a big advantage for India to have Bumrah back because you get a confidence boost. I was taking a high-performance camp at the Centre of Excellence and was even there with the North Zone team as their coach in the Duleep Trophy games. I saw Bumrah doing his fitness work there. He was becoming fully fit and was bowling his heart out. Whenever he comes, he bowls his heart out. He never plays if he is not fit, as he comes back when he is fully fit. He fared well in the Centre of Excellence practice games and played well in the match simulations and looked fully fit. I was meeting him there every day. Bumrah being fully fit and his arrival in the Indian team is a big boost for us as other fast bowlers start looking better. Addressing pace additions following Harshit Rana's being ruled out due to a fresh thigh strain, Sarandeep highlighted Yash Thakur's earned progression through domestic and international shadow tours. Nagpur-based Thakur made his T20I debut in July against Zimbabwe and picked up two wickets in as many games. Yash Thakur had a very good time with Punjab Kings in the IPL, but when Vidarbha won the Vijay Hazare Trophy, he played really well. He has been performing well in domestic cricket over the past 2-3 years and has earned the opportunity as a result. He performed well in Sri Lanka in the A games and then in the Zimbabwe tour. He got a chance here because Harshit is currently unfit. Hopefully, he can make his place here in the Indian team. We have a lot of injury concerns. The advantage here is that the fast bowler who is fit will get more opportunities. Analysing Shreyas Iyer's task as Indias captain to get some winning momentum for his team after winning just three out of ten games, Sarandeep pointed to tactical adjustments and managing bowler workloads during fast-paced situations as key challenges for him. In T20, its really difficult to tell which areas he should improve because the game ends so soon that you don't know when it began. But there are some crucial points regarding the situation of the game like the bowling changes which are very important. Should the spinners be in the circle or not? Also, who will bowl your final bowlers as Harshit Rana is not there now to do that and Yash Thakur has come in. Nitish Reddy is coming back after injury and where he fits in is important. Then, making crucial bowling changes at the right time is very important. Your batting line-up is set and you have all the batting orders. But when you go to the field, you have to know who will bowl at what phase of the game. In T20, its really difficult to tell which areas he should improve because the game ends so soon that you don't know when it began. But there are some crucial points regarding the situation of the game like the bowling changes which are very important. Should the spinners be in the circle or not? Also Read: Special Cricket Stories So it might be possible that Jasprit Bumrah doesn't take wickets at the start, but your other bowlers should be ready and Yash Thakur should also do well. You already have Ashdeep Singh who always comes and takes wickets for you. The main thing is how you rotate Varun Chakaravarthy, Washington Sundar, and Axar Patel. They have so much experience and won so many matches for you. So how to rotate these three spinners will be a very big challenge for Shreyas Iyer, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
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 Cricket Association IS Bindra: Ludhiana Lions' medium pacer Krish Bhagat paid an emotional tribute to his grandfather, Bhagat Chunni Lal, after powering his team into the semifinals of the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League. Bhagat picked two wickets as the Lions defeated Amritsar Soormas by five wickets in a crucial clash at the Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali. He later dedicated his wickets to his late grandfather Chunni Lal, who was also a former Punjab minister. Dadu passed away last night. He inspired me a lot, so I dedicated this wicket to him. He came from Pakistan and when he arrived in India, he did not even have a place to stay. His journey has inspired me a lot, and that is why I dedicated the wicket to him, he said. Krish, who made his IPL debut for Mumbai Indians in 2026, began his journey in cricket at age 5. He comes from a family involved in the sports manufacturing business, as he developed an early interest in the game after seeing bats at the family factory. I was only five when I started playing cricket. Whenever I used to go to my familys sports manufacturing factory, there were bats there, and I used to get fascinated by them. I started insisting that I wanted to play cricket, so my family put me in an academy, and I kept playing, he said. The medium pacer further revealed that his family gave him complete backing to do whatever he chose and never put pressure on him to study. My family never put any pressure on me. They told me to commit 100 per cent to whatever I was doing, he said. Krish emphasised that, when he was growing up, his love was only for cricket, not for any other sport. I never really tried any other sport. There is such a big craze for cricket in India, and I enjoyed playing it with my friends. I used to go to the park and play cricket. As I started playing competitive cricket, I knew this was the sport I wanted to pursue, he added. The MI bowler then opened up on his experience of playing in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League, revealing that the state league has given him valuable experience, especially when it comes to adapting to different conditions and match situations. I am learning how to adapt to different situations and conditions. We have back-to-back matches and the pitch is being used a lot, so its behaviour keeps changing. Learning how to adapt to the conditions has been one of my biggest takeaways from this league, he said. The MI bowler then opened up on his experience of playing in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League, revealing that the state league has given him valuable experience, especially when it comes to adapting to different conditions and match situations. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The rising cricketer further revealed that India all-rounder Hardik Pandya and South Africa legend Jacques Kallis remain his idols. My idols are Hardik Pandya and Jacques Kallis. I continue to take inspiration from both of them, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
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.
Akali Dal Voices Concerns Over Punjab Universitys History Syllabus Changes
Akali Dal leader criticizes Punjab University for removing key history papers, emphasizing the importance of Punjabs rich heritage in education. Akali Dal Voices Concerns Over Punjab Universitys History Syllabus Changes
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.
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
Punjab Police secures first extradition from Europe, repatriates gang operative
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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: 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.
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.
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.
Mitti De Putt Cast Strikes a Chord with Students at Khalsa College
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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
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Sher-E-Punjab T20: Ludhiana Lions seal semis spot with five-wicket win over Amritsar Soormas
Digital Desk | SAS Nagar (Punjab), Sep 11 (IANS) Ludhiana Lions secured their place in the semifinals of the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League by defeating Amritsar Soormas by five wickets at the I.S. Bindra Stadium in Mohali on Friday. Chasing a target of 177, Ludhiana needed just 62 runs to qualify for the semifinals as they had a better net run rate than their rivals. The Lions, however, went a step further and completed the chase in the 19th over to register a convincing win and seal their place in the last four. Batting first, Amritsar Soormas posted 176/9 in 20 overs. They were put under early pressure after Sahaj Dhawan was dismissed cheaply, but Jashanpreet Singh and Abhay Choudhary helped steady the innings with a 32-run partnership for the second wicket. Choudhary played an attacking knock of 25 off 15 balls, but his dismissal triggered another setback for Amritsar. The Soormas lost wickets at regular intervals and slipped to 97/5, leaving them in danger of being bowled out for a below-par total. Rahul Kumar then led the recovery for Amritsar. He found a reliable partner in Ishmeet Singh Sandhu, and the two added 64 runs for the sixth wicket. Rahul took the attacking role and kept the scoreboard moving with some good strokes. Rahul eventually scored a valuable 57 off 36 balls, giving Amritsar some much-needed momentum in the middle overs. Ishmeet also played an important role in the partnership before the Lions managed to break the stand. Amritsar lost a few more wickets towards the end but managed to reach 176/9, giving Ludhiana a target of 177. For Ludhiana, Kartik Chadha was among the pick of the bowlers, finishing with 2/31 in four overs. He played a key role in keeping the Amritsar batters under pressure and preventing them from adding more runs in the final overs. The Lions did not get off to an ideal start in the chase either. They lost two early wickets and were reduced to 32/2, bringing Amritsar back into the contest. However, Salil Arora and Karteek Sharma then produced a superb partnership to completely change the game. The two batters attacked the bowling and put Ludhiana in a strong position, bringing the equation down to 67 runs from 60 balls. Salil was in excellent touch and smashed 70 off just 35 balls, hitting six sixes and four fours. Karteek provided strong support and also completed his half-century as the pair put together a massive 120-run partnership. Salil's dismissal briefly gave Amritsar some hope, but Ludhiana were firmly in control by then. Karteek continued to guide the chase and scored 56 off 40 balls before he was dismissed, with the Lions needing only 9 runs from 19 balls at that stage. Krish Bhagat fell soon after while attempting to clear the field, but the Lions had very little left to do. They completed the chase in the 19th over, finishing with a five-wicket victory at the I.S. Bindra Stadium that has hosted international matches in the past. Mohali Kings will now face Amritsar Soorma in the first semi-final while Ludhiana Lions will lock horns with Jalandhar Warriors in the second semi-final. Playoffs Schedule: 12th September 2026 Semifinal 1: Mohali Kings vs Amritsar Soorma at 1:00 PM Semifinal 2: Ludhiana Lions vs Jalandhar Warriors at 7:00 PM
Punjab flags flaws in new Bhakra-Pong rule curves
Fraudster Impersonating Rahul Gandhi's Aide Brought to Hyderabad From Punjab
The accused allegedly contacted the complainant through WhatsApp calls and messages, falsely representing himself as Kanishka Singh and offering political favours, positions and other benefits in exchange for money.
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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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.
Cybercrime police bring impersonation fraud accused on PT warrant from Punjab to Hyderabad
Police said investigation indicated that the accused had duped 14 victims across various States to the tune of 3 crore in cash and gold ornaments. No money was lost by the complainant in the Hyderabad case
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: Residents can expect heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across various regions. The Delhi-NCR and Rajasthan areas are likely to face persistent rain and storms, while Odisha and Bihar prepare for intense rainfall and gusty winds. Northern states, including Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Punjab, will also experience unsettled weather patterns throughout the day.
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 government employees called off their pen-down strike after the state assured that no disciplinary action would be taken against those who participated in the mass leave protest on 27 August.
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.
NC MP Ruhullah Mehdi criticises own party for 'abandoning' fight against Waqf Act, Vande Mataram
Digital Desk | Srinagar, Sep 11 (IANS) Dissident National Conference (NC) leader and Lok Sabha member Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi on Friday criticised his party for allegedly abandoning the fight against the amended Waqf Act and the imposition of stanzas of the Vande Mataram national song. Ruhullah said on X that J&K needed to show greater sensitivity towards the concerns of the minorities. The dissident NC Lok Sabha member criticised his party for allegedly abandoning the fight against the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 and the imposition of stanzas of Vande Mataram, saying Jammu and Kashmir needs to show greater sensitivity to the concerns of minorities. In his post, Ruhullah said he had opposed the Waqf amendment but later found that his party had abandoned the fight and could not even muster the courage to bring a resolution against it in the J&K Legislature. He said Punjab and some southern states had taken such a step. Ruhullah also said he had opposed the imposition of stanzas of Vande Mataram, terming it 'unconstitutional', but alleged that his party had instead fallen in line with BJP & RSS in submission. At a time when minorities are being pushed to the wall, lets not normalise the communal onslaught of the RSS and BJP, he said, urging people to stand up for the legitimate concerns of minorities across India. Ruhullah said Jammu and Kashmir, being the largest Muslim-majority region in the Union of India, should be more sensitive to religious beliefs and concerns of minorities. Jammu & Kashmir has a historical opportunity to stand for what is right. Lets not squander that chance, he said, adding that the present circumstances called for statesmanship, sensitivity and courage and not another compromise. Ruhullah has been sharply criticised by NC leaders, including the party president, Dr Farooq Abdullah, for getting elected to the Lok Sabha as the NC candidate and then acting against the party interests. Dr Abdullah challenged Ruhullah to resign from the Lok Sabha and then get elected on his own political strength. Ruhullah has announced that he will resign from both the party and the Lok Sabha on November 3, a day when his father was killed by the terrorists in 2000.
'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra' to begin on September 18, Amit Shah to join concluding event in Jalandhar
Punjab BJP president Kewal Singh Dhillon has announced that the party will launch a statewide 'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra' to raise awareness against drug abuse and mobilise public support for a drug-free Punjab. Dhillon said...
