PNB aims to bring cost-to-income ratio below 50% this fiscal, 45% by FY29: MD Chandra
Punjab National Bank is focusing on bringing its cost-to-income ratio below 50 percent in the current financial year. The bank aims to further decrease it to around 45 percent by 2028-29. In the first half of the current fiscal year, the cost-to-income ratio was 50.38 percent, reflecting a decline from previous levels. The bank's net profit has reached Rs 5,500 crore, with targets for continued growth ahead.
Delhi U-19 Coach Nayyar Seeks Two-week Camp To Iron Out Flaws Before Cooch Behar Trophy
Cooch Behar Trophy: New Delhi, Oct 24 (PTI) Delhi U-19 mens team coach Rajeev Nayyar said he has requested the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) to set up a two-week camp for improving their fielding and fitness for the Cooch Behar Trophy. He added that the association has assured him of time for having a camp ahead of the red-ball competition starting on November 26. The development comes after Delhi had a disappointing Vinoo Mankad Trophy campaign, where they finished at the bottom of their group. These kids have not grown up yet. They listen to their coaches. A 16 to 19-year-old kid listens. So, I had time and spoke to the officials. I said, See, its Diwali, and there are more holidays in between, like Karva Chauth. I told them that I want a camp for one to two weeks. We are lacking in fielding and fitness, so we will work on it, as well as do match simulations, because when you play practice matches, you are playing against each other, and you have already played against each other before. We are not playing friendly matches against other states. We will be playing intra-squad games because we dont have time. I told them this is better. The rest is up to the DDCA officials - the final call is theirs. It will be as per what they say. Whenever the camp is set up, I will share my playing experiences of 20 years with all the players, Nayyar told IANS in a free-wheeling chat. Nayyar said fielding and fitness would take priority over skills whenever the camp happens. When a kid plays cricket, I first check whether he is fit or not. If he is fit, then he will bat, bowl and field. Secondly, I will look at his fielding. Fielding is very important because even after making 100 runs, if you give away 10 runs in the field and drop a catch, that batter can go on to score a hundred. So, skills come later, and thats why I was thinking that this time, God willing, we will get a camp of two weeks, and I will work on our fielding and fitness. After that, skills work will continue, but I will pay more attention to fielding and fitness. Nayyar wants his players to use the camp to identify their own weaknesses, so they head into the four-day competition without any glaring flaws. Being a coach, no matter how the team is, I have to share my experiences and keep the players motivated, because we are in a very good pool. We have Himachal and Chandigarh. Our first match is against Punjab at Ropar. Then we have a match in Hyderabad, and then a match against Rajasthan. There are five good teams. But we dont say their team is good and our team isn't. We will say our team is better than theirs. I always tell the kids to believe in themselves. You have to believe in yourself. You are the best. When you walk onto the ground, you shouldnt have any flaws. Errors should be rectified before the match, in the nets. If there is a camp, players should tell us, Sir, I want high catches. I want slip catches. I want short catches. I am weak against left-arm bowling, off-spin, or the short ball. I just want the boys to practise a lot so that there are no weaknesses when the Cooch Behar Trophy begins. The request for a longer build-up to the Cooch Behar Trophy comes after Delhi were left short of preparation time for the Vinoo Mankad Trophy. The side opened with a commanding chase of 339 against Gujarat but then lost to Himachal Pradesh by 35 runs and were routed by Karnataka by 198 runs. Their match against Jharkhand was washed out, and a five-wicket defeat to Chandigarh left them at the bottom of the Group E table. Nayyar said the team had only a brief period to come and practise together, before playing for the age-group tournament. In the elite stage, all the teams were good Karnataka, Jharkhand, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh and Gujarat. But our start to the season was good. We won the first game against Gujarat by chasing 339. I was so happy with such a good start, because I had been a coach with the UTCA team before, and then I was the coach of the Ranji Trophy team. When I got the responsibility of coaching the under-19 teams, I understood that this is the phase where we get to know whether a kid will play for India or not and whether he is focused or not. In the under-19s, players can get to play for India in the World Cup as well. That is a very important tournament for them. He also felt the washout against Jharkhand proved costly. In the remaining four matches, we had to win the fourth game. They batted first and scored 280. But what happened? I mean, with VJD, we needed 80 runs in 10 overs. We should have changed that. But, unfortunately, by the time we had 230 runs, it rained heavily. So, we missed out on that game. If we had won that match, we would have got two points, and we would automatically have finished third, ahead of UTCA. This happened because they won two matches from the fourth game onwards. If we had won the fourth match against Jharkhand, we would have got the two points as well and finished third. That was it. With the Cooch Behar Trophy next on the calendar, Nayyar stressed the importance of red-ball cricket in young players by stating that the IPL alone would not take them into the Indian team. I was in Delhi and had a word with the officials, because I know a lot about red-ball cricket. I have played more than 100 matches. But nowadays, players are not interested in playing four-day games. They just love to play T20s and are more interested in it because they are only watching the IPL. But we have to make the kids understand that red-ball and first-class cricket are very important, because the IPL alone wont take you into the India team. How many people get to play for India? In the IPL, they perform well. They are selected for Indias T20 and one-day teams as well. But Indias Test teams are selected on the basis of four-day matches. See, if you know how to play a four-day game, you can play one-day and T20 cricket easily. But for those who only know how to play one-day and T20 cricket, the longer format is difficult. There are very few kids who are able to play T20, one-day, Test and four-day games. It is very difficult to play all of them, but it is not impossible. Nayyar said Delhis talent pool had thinned since his playing days but credited the DDCA for taking the initiative to create more playing opportunities. At one time, when I used to play Ranji Trophy, there were 10 Test players in the Delhi dressing room who had played for India. It is not like that now. But there is potential. The DDCA is doing a lot for the players. Now there is the DPL, which is just like the IPL. I am very thankful to the president, Rohan Jaitley Sir, who has done such a great job for the kids and the officials as well. I was watching all the games. Every year, the DPL is improving. When players are getting everything from the association, they have to give back to the association as well. This is very important. It is a very good platform. I am not blaming the academies, but kids go to an academy, bat, bowl and come back home. The DDCA is doing a lot for the players. Now there is the DPL, which is just like the IPL. I am very thankful to the president, Rohan Jaitley Sir, who has done such a great job for the kids and the officials as well. I was watching all the games. Every year, the DPL is improving. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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28-year-old shot dead in Amritsar over parked scooter, three booked
A 28-year-old marketing professional was allegedly shot dead outside his house in Punjab's Amritsar following an altercation over a parked scooter, police said on Saturday. The incident took place on Friday night in the Anand...
Patchy access to Indian-language ballots across US despite growing voter numbers
Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 25 (IANS) An Indian-American voter in Chicago can cast a ballot on Nov 3 on a touchscreen in Hindi, Gujarati or Urdu at every polling site in the city, while one in Texas, home to more than 628,000 Indian Americans, will find no Indian language on the ballot at all, an IANS review of election offices across the country has found. The Chicago Board of Election Commissioners offers touchscreen and audio ballots in the three languages at every site, and paper ballots in Hindi in precincts with high need. Bilingual officials speaking Hindi and Urdu staffed early-voting sites in Wards 33, 34, 39 and 40 earlier this year, with Gujarati also offered in Ward 40. Suburban Cook County runs phone hotlines in Hindi at (312) 603-6743, Gujarati at 603-6746 and Urdu at 603-6748. The picture is patchier elsewhere. In Nassau County, New York, the state Board of Elections determined in July 2025 that the county must provide Malayalam under the New York Voting Rights Act, with about 6,509 Asian Indian voting-age citizens with limited English. The state posts Malayalam versions of mail, absentee and accessible-ballot request forms. But IANS found no evidence on the Nassau Board of Elections website of a Malayalam ballot, a Malayalam sample ballot or Malayalam interpreters days before the vote. Middlesex County, New Jersey, is covered for Asian Indian languages under Section 203 of the federal Voting Rights Act, which extends to ballots. IANS found only vote-by-mail applications in Gujarati, Hindi and Punjabi, and no evidence of translated ballots or sample ballots. In Texas, which had 628,608 Indian Americans in the 2023 American Community Survey, IANS found only remote Hindi interpreters in Harris County. The Harris ballot itself is in English, Spanish, Vietnamese and Chinese. Help is more visible in other places. In Queens, the New York City Board of Elections provides Hindi, Punjabi and Bengali interpreters, with Bengali on ballot-marking devices. Brooklyn offers Bengali and Urdu. California counties provide reference, or facsimile, ballots in Hindi, Punjabi, Bengali, Urdu, Telugu, Gujarati and Nepali under state law. Santa Clara County lists Hindi as an official ballot language. In Hamtramck, Michigan, the city has posted a Bangla sample ballot for November, even though a court-ordered Bengali programme expired in 2025. In July 2025, the Justice Department issued guidance to agencies to minimise non-essential multilingual services. Section 203 remains law through 2032. NPR reported in September that a 78-page Department of Homeland Security list of jurisdictions offering non-English election materials covered Section 203 jurisdictions, which means it likely includes Indian- and Bangladeshi-language areas such as Cook, Middlesex, Queens and Hamtramck. The list has not been published. The Census Bureaus next Section 203 determinations, which decide which counties must offer which languages, are expected in December 2026. The stakes are measured in numbers. According to AAPI Data, about 891,000 adults in the US speak Hindi, the fifth most spoken language among Asian adults. Some 529,000 speak Urdu, 498,000 Telugu, 458,000 Gujarati and 429,000 Bengali. About 16.7 per cent of Asian Indian adults have limited English proficiency, the lowest among major Asian groups, against 44.2 per cent of Bangladeshi adults. Census data show 998,170 Indian Americans in California, 628,608 in Texas, 446,417 in New Jersey, 416,407 in New York and 277,961 in Illinois. Under federal law, any voter who needs help may bring a person of their choice into the booth, other than an employer or union representative. Voters seeking help can call the APIAVote and Advancing Justice-AAJC hotline at 1-888-API-VOTE, which lists assistance in Hindi, Punjabi, Bengali and Urdu.
On Camera, Punjab Man Thrashes Wife. He Wanted Thar, Bike After Marriage
Ritish Sharma, who worked in the healthcare sector, married Twinkle, who ran a salon, after her divorce.
Ludhiana CCTV Allegedly Shows Husband Assaulting Wife, Throwing Her Onto The Road
A domestic violence case has come to light in Ludhiana, Punjab, after CCTV footage allegedly showed a husband assaulting his wife and throwing her onto the road. The woman has accused her husband of harassing her over dowry demands, alleging that he demanded a Thar SUV and later a motorcycle. Police have begun an investigation, and the CCTV footage has reportedly been submitted as part of the case.
NIA chargesheets six in Punjab railway blast linked to KZF
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NHRC Member Criticizes Kejriwal Over Safety of Sleeper Buses in Punjab
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The Sacred Waters of Amritsar: Where History, Faith and a City Took Shape
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Mehak Bains Strikes a Chord with Classical Roots and Contemporary Aspirations
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Suspicious pigeon with coded ring, Pak currency causes a flutter in Jammu
An official pointed out that such episodes are not uncommon in border areas of J&K and Punjab, where pigeons have been used for smuggling or for sending messages across the frontier. On Saturday, the pigeon was found near a temple in Sambas border area of Mawa around 6.40am and was immediately captured by locals after they spotted a ring tied to its leg.
Interview | AAP had 4.5 years to end drug menace, gangsterism in Punjab: Sachin Pilot
PM Modi trying to stop Punjabs free Tirath Yatra scheme, claims Kejriwal
Punjab farm fires at 574; 113 FIRs lodged
Ex-IAS officer Gopinathan to head Punjab Congress election war room
PUNBUS, PRTC staff call off strike after marathon talks; bus services restored across Punjab
AAP accuses Centre of using NHRC to stop Punjabs Tirath Yatra scheme
Minding the mind: Over 100 students paint mental health message at KCW
Stubble burning: Punjabs hotspot districts under CAQM watch
Roadways workers call off strike after govt assurance
800cr Budha Dariya cleaning project clogged by continued dung dumping
Murder Accused On Bail Held In Punjab After 2 Years By TN Cops
The Korattur police, belonging to the Avadi commissionerate, went to Punjab on Friday: Reports
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BJP Criticizes Punjabs Law and Order Amid Rahul Gandhis Upcoming Rally
BJP spokesperson R.P. Singh criticizes Punjabs law and order and questions Rahul Gandhis rally timing linked to 1984 riots. BJP Criticizes Punjabs Law and Order Amid Rahul Gandhis Upcoming Rally
NIA Files Charges Against Six in Shambhu-Rajpura Railway Blast Case
The NIA has filed a chargesheet against six individuals linked to the railway blast in Punjab, which killed a Khalistani activist. NIA Files Charges Against Six in Shambhu-Rajpura Railway Blast Case
Kejriwal challenges Amit Shah and Majithia over Punjab drug eradication claims
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Enjoy The New Punjabi Music Video For 'Mac 10' By Wazir Patar
Enjoy the latest Punjabi song 'Mac 10' sung and composed by Wazir Patar, with lyrics penned by Hukam. The lyrical video lets listeners follow along with the lyrics while enjoying the distinctive musical style of Wazir Patar. Directed by Gurjant Panesar, the video features cinematography by Vishal Anand. Released under the Times Music label, 'Mac 10' is available on major music streaming platforms. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Punjabi lyrical video 'Mac 10' and experience the musical style of Wazir Patar and Hukam. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Explore new Punjabi songs of 2026, latest Punjabi video songs, Punjabi music and Wazir Patar's music.
Akali Dal Demands Resignation of Punjab CM Over Activists Death
The Akali Dal calls for Punjab CM Bhagwant Manns resignation following the death of activist Parminder Jhota, raising concerns over law and order. Akali Dal Demands Resignation of Punjab CM Over Activists Death
Punjab BJP Calls for Expanded CBI Investigation into Drug Cases
Sunil Jakhar urges CBI to widen drug investigation scope during tribute to anti-drug activist in Punjab. Punjab BJP Calls for Expanded CBI Investigation into Drug Cases
Churchill Brothers Host Punjab FC In ISL Clash
Churchill Brothers SC are set to face Punjab FC in an Indian Super League match in Margao. Churchill Brothers are looking to bounce back from a heavy defeat, with their coach apologising to fans and expecting a strong response. Punjab FC, known for their late goals and defensive organisation, are confident but wary of their opponents.
Robin, Simmons, Jayawardene, And Ponting Have Influenced Me As Coaches, Says Pollard
New Mumbai Indians: New Mumbai Indians head coach Kieron Pollard named Robin Singh, Phil Simmons, Mahela Jayawardene and Ricky Ponting as the coaches who have influenced him the most, and credited them for showcasing qualities which have left a mark on him. Pollard spent the last four IPL seasons as MI's batting coach, after having retired as a player from the league ahead of the 2023 edition, and has now been elevated to the top job. He takes charge of MI ahead of IPL 2027 after Jayawardene, under whom he worked for a decade, parted ways with the franchise last week. Ponting, his former MI captain, will now be his rival head coach at Punjab Kings. One coach I've taken a lot from is Robin Singh. I came in 2010, and he was a coach at that time. And the amount of work, the work ethic, part of it, was next to none. He didn't know when to stop, right! But it was something that I'll never forget because the work that he would have put in, would have given me the opportunity to go out and perform. Then you look at somebody like a Phil Simmons outside of the IPL zone; the calmness that he brings and it gives you the opportunity to express yourself as a person and as a cricketer. Use your instinctive abilities to make decisions as a leader and as a cricketer, and then we come and we speak about it after, and try to dissect certain things as to why it would have happened that way. So those are the couple of people, and then obviously I spoke about Mahela, the tactical genius of what he brought; it's next to none, and that sometimes is taken for granted. Things that people would not think about, set fields and that that was, from a fantastic perspective. And again, one of my rivals would now be my rival coach. You will walk into a wall for somebody like Ricky Ponting, the way he motivates you, but when he's finished with you in that perspective, not even a wall can stop you at that time, said Pollard in a video on the franchises social media accounts on Saturday. MI was the only IPL team Pollard played for in the IPL. Signed ahead of the 2010 season, he turned out for them in 189 matches till 2022, scoring 3412 runs and taking 69 wickets. Pollard was part of all five of the franchise's IPL title triumphs in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020, respectively. He also won the Champions League T20 titles with MI in 2011 and 2013. Pollard now inherits a side that has lost some of its old dominance. MI reached the playoffs in 2023 and 2025 but finished 10th in 2024 and ninth in 2026. His ties with the MI network extend well beyond the IPL. Pollard is head coach of MI London in The Hundred and has played for MI New York in Major League Cricket, MI Cape Town in the SA20 and MI Emirates in the ILT20. Still active on the franchise circuit, Pollard will, however, turn out for Joburg Super Kings in the upcoming SA20 season after they signed him at the auction earlier this month, with MI Cape Town making no rival bid. In the Caribbean Premier League, where MI do not own a team, Pollard has represented his home side Trinbago Knight Riders since 2019. Reflecting on how T20 cricket has changed over the years, Pollard said bowlers would have to work much harder to keep up with the batters. It has changed a lot. It's gone from 140 and 160 being competitive to trying to not get 120 in the power play. So that in itself, should tell you how that landscape has changed. Yes, it has gotten more on the on the batter side, but it's all good. I think one thing in life is change, and being able to adapt to change, and for us as a team and for myself as an individual, that's the challenge. It's never going to be the same, but being able to catch up with the evolution of where T20 cricket is going, or come up with methods where you can, as I say, slow the batsmen down. That means the bowlers will have to work doubly, doubly hard in order for that to happen. But again, the game is going fast, but we still have an opportunity as individuals to bring it back to a level and control what we can at different times. On the growing role of analytics, something which will dictate MIs retention choices ahead of the mid-November deadline and help them prepare for the mini auction in Goa on December 16, Pollard admitted to spending far more time with the team analyst as a coach than as a player but pointed out that data could not replace a cricketer's instinct. I think it's going to be a fight, but no, I think data is important. When you look at it from this perspective, for the last four years, I've seen a different part of data. Whereas when I was playing, and I can safely tell you, the analyst, I spent more time with him in the last four years than I spent with him in about 13 years of playing. But getting to understand what the data brings helps you as an individual and helps prepare you as well. But I still believe the natural instinct of the cricketers still needs to be taken into account. So there just needs to be the balance as to how much data and the human part of cricket that is still there because we are still humans playing. It's not a robotic game. And when you put in a length, that's exactly what is there. Different variations have happened from the time the ball is delivered before it gets to the batter, he added. Pollard also felt players had become too guarded in showing their personalities, partly because of the game's disciplinary rules, and wanted MI's players to express themselves freely. I think that's very important, and that's something that has been leaving the game and is not true. Sometimes a lot of the guys wanted to show their personality and be free, but through the rules and regulations of the demerit points and all of these things, I think at times we have gotten a bit robotic in that sense. Pollard also felt players had become too guarded in showing their personalities, partly because of the game's disciplinary rules, and wanted MI's players to express themselves freely. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Cong gets into poll mode for Assembly elections in five states
Cong gets into poll mode for Assembly elections in five states New Delhi: The Congress party has gone into poll mode ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Goa, Manipur and Uttarakhand. The party has appointed chairpersons for its election War Rooms in the five states, with the appointments taking immediate effect. [] The post Cong gets into poll mode for Assembly elections in five states appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Punjab police file 20 FIRs, detain 52 in Ludhiana anti-drug drive
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Idea From Shahid Kapoor's 'Farzi', Paper From Alibaba: 6 Arrested For Making Fake Notes
Rajasthan Police have arrested four more people, including the alleged mastermind of a fake currency racket inspired by the web series 'Farzi' . The mastermind was caught in Punjab after a 1,300-km chase.
Experience The New Punjabi Music Video 'Gal Meri' by Simar Dorraha & Harpi Gill
Get ready to be swept away by the latest punjabi track 'Gal Meri' beautifully sung by Simar Dorraha & Harpi Gill. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music given by Brahim and beautiful lyrics are penned by Waris. Don't miss the chance to witness Simar Dorraha & Harpi Gill's performance in the captivating punjabi video track 'Gal Meri'. Dive into a world of musical excellence by exploring more punjabi tracks in the music videos section of punjabi Etimes. Discover the incredible vocal talents of Simar Dorraha & Harpi Gill. Indulge in the latest punjabi video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by Brahim, immerse in the punjabi music video tracks.
Experience The New Punjabi Music Video 'Freeze' by Brandon Harry
Get ready to be swept away by the latest punjabi track 'Freeze' beautifully sung by Brandon Harry. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music given by Brandon Harry & Sukh Lotey and beautiful lyrics are also penned by Brandon Harry & Sukh Lotey. Don't miss the chance to witness Brandon Harry's performance in the captivating punjabi video track 'Freeze'. Dive into a world of musical excellence by exploring more punjabi tracks in the music videos section of punjabi Etimes. Discover the incredible vocal talents of Brandon Harry. Indulge in the latest punjabi video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by Brandon Harry & Sukh Lotey, immerse in the punjabi music video tracks.
ED searches seven premises in Hyderabad over alleged 326-crore bank fraud
The investigation concerns the alleged defrauding of a consortium of banks led by Punjab National Bank, along with IDBI Bank, Union Bank of India, Andhra Bank (now part of Union Bank of India), and Bank of Baroda, resulting in a loss of 326.49 crore
Samba, Oct 24: A man was found dead inside an office room at the SIDCO Industrial Complex in Samba district on Saturday, officials said. An official said that the deceased was working at the Phase III of the SIDCO Industrial Complex, Samba. He was found unconscious by fellow workers, who later informed the police. He was subsequently identified as Kamal Kumar, a resident of Jalandhar, Punjab. Meanwhile, police have taken cognisance of the incident and medico-legal formalities are underway.(KNO)
NHRC Queries Punjab Over Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana Bus Safety
The Commission has given both authorities seven days to submit detailed Action Taken Reports (ATRs) outlining the steps taken in response to its directions.
NHRC directs Punjab Chief Secretary to inspect Tirth Yatra buses within 7 days
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BJP certain to win upcoming local body elections, Opposition divided: Dilip Ghosh
Digital Desk | Newtown, Oct 24 (IANS) West Bengal Minister, Dilip Ghosh, on Saturday expressed confidence in the BJP's victory in the upcoming local body elections, claiming that the Opposition was divided and lacked public support. He also criticised Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, questioned statements made by Mamata-All India Trinamool Congress leader Kunal Ghosh and commented on protests in Kolkata and drug abuse in Punjab. Speaking to reporters, Dilip Ghosh said, The BJP organisation works throughout the year and begins preparing for the elections well in advance. Now that the election time is approaching, decisions are being made and candidate selection is underway. Meetings are being held continuously, in which national leaders, state leaders, and our district in-charges in Kolkata are all working together to prepare the list of candidates, and the names will be announced as soon as the election dates are announced. Responding to statements made by Kunal Ghosh, an MLA from the Mamata-All India Trinamool Congress, Dilip Ghosh questioned the basis of his remarks and the authority under which he was speaking. On what basis is Kunal Ghosh making these claims, and on behalf of which party? Is he the chief spokesperson of any party? He keeps making statements at will. There is no substance or logic in his statements, and there is no logic in it, he said. Meanwhile, on Friday, Kunal Ghosh had said, Regarding what happened at Chorebagan, it is out of fear of the BJP. In the Chorebagan Puja Committee, the top leadership posts are held by BJP individuals and influential people. That is why they didn't catch them. Instead, they started targeting and arresting our workers who had organised the agitation. Harassment started from the morning, and they are arresting people on baseless, useless grounds. Regarding LoP Rahul Gandhi, the West Bengal Minister said discussions surrounding the Congress leader often focussed on his foreign visits rather than his political role, contributions or the electoral performance of his party. Whenever Rahul Gandhi is discussed, the discussion revolves around why he went abroad, when he went, where he went, and when he will return. Why is there no discussion about his role in politics, his contributions, and his party's electoral results, he said. He further said that some people think they can do whatever they want under the banner of the CJP. Some people think they can do whatever they want under the banner of the CJP. No one has such freedom. There is a legal system in the country and India is a democracy. Everyone has the right to protest for their rights and demands, but this must be done within the framework of the system. The police will cooperate, and the government will cooperate. It is not right to protest anywhere, he added. Reacting to a CJP rally in Kolkata, he said protests could be organised across states but claimed that the Opposition in Kolkata was divided and that such demonstrations would not succeed. They will protest not just in Kolkata, but in every state. The Opposition in Kolkata is divided among themselves. Anyone can do anything they want, but no one will succeed. The people here do not support this kind of anarchy, he told reporters. On the issue of drug abuse in Punjab, Dilip Ghosh questioned the Aam Aadmi Party's ability to tackle the problem. He said voters might have supported the party out of frustration with the Congress and other political parties rather than confidence in its ability to eliminate drug abuse. No one expected the Aam Aadmi Party to eradicate drug abuse. Perhaps people voted for them because they were fed up with the Congress or other parties. How can people who are addicted themselves create a drug-free society, he alleged.
Shiromani Akali Dal urges Punjab governor to dismiss CM Bhagwant Mann over drug trade allegations
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NHRC orders Punjab to inspect unsafe buses in Tirth Yatra Yojana
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MHA to build 60,000-strong civil defence network in 12 states, UTs; Army to train volunteers
New Delhi, Oct 24: The home ministry will conduct a first-of-its-kind joint training with the Army to build a civil defence network of around 60,000 volunteers in 12 states and Union Territories (UTs) as part of a pilot project, according to an official statement. In the first phase, a three-day specialised training will be given for civil defence master trainers from the participating states and UTs, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said in a statement. The initiative stems from Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Independence Day speech, in which he announced the vision of a vibrant civil defence network equipped with modern systems, technologies and contemporary preparedness capabilities to address emerging security challenges. In furtherance of this vision, the Directorate General of Fire Services, Civil Defence and Home Guards, Ministry of Home Affairs, is undertaking a first-of-its-kind pilot initiative to strengthen civil defence preparedness through specialised training of civil defence master trainers by the Indian Army, it said. Six hundred civil defence master trainers -- 50 from each participating state and UT -- will be trained by the second week of November 2026 through a three-day specialised training programme at designated Indian Army training establishments. The participating states/UTs are Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Delhi, Meghalaya, Sikkim, Assam, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, it said. The initiative seeks to enhance civil defence personnel's preparedness to respond effectively to contemporary security threats, hostile situations and emergencies, it said. The personnel will receive training in three broad areas: threat awareness, protection and emergency response, and communication and coordination. Each master trainer will have to train 100 civil defence volunteers in their respective state or UT. The initiative aims to prepare 60,000 civil defence volunteers across the participating states and UTs, significantly expanding its reach and impact, the statement said.
DA hikes: From Himachal Pradesh's Diwali increase to Kerala, Telangana, Sikkim, Punjab and Andhra Pradesh announcements Check full list of states that have released dearness allowance hikes this year.
Follow the Money Behind Khalistan
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Punjab police apprehend extortion suspect after Tarn Taran encounter
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Murder case accused arrested in Punjab
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Punjab House passes resolution against electoral irregularities
Taking part in the discussion on the resolution on Day 2 of the Assembly session, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann blamed the BJP for alleged vote loot, terming it dangerous for democracy, and demanded the scrapping of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls
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Stone-pelting on Kashmir-bound bus: 'Robbery plot' behind Punjab attack
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Calls for Investigation into Voter Fraud Allegations
Punjabs CM Bhagwant Mann demands the cancellation of the Special Intensive Review, citing threats to democracy from voter manipulation. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Calls for Investigation into Voter Fraud Allegations
BJP Spokesperson Criticizes Rahul Gandhis Foreign Engagements and Punjabs Law and Order Issues
BJP spokesperson RP Singh condemns Rahul Gandhis foreign meetings and highlights Punjabs ongoing drug crisis and political challenges. BJP Spokesperson Criticizes Rahul Gandhis Foreign Engagements and Punjabs Law and Order Issues
Jhota Murder: Family's Standoff Continues, Demands CM, DGP Quit
The family of slain anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa continues to refuse a post-mortem of his body, demanding the resignation of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and DGP Gaurav Yadav. Despite the government agreeing to a CBI probe, compensation, and other concessions, the family and a joint action committee insist their key demands, including the resignations, have not been met, prolonging the standoff.
Enjoy The New Punjabi Music Video For 'Ain Taan' By Amar Sehmbi
Enjoy the latest Punjabi song 'Ain Taan' sung by 'Amar Sehmbi'. The music for this captivating track has been composed by 'Black Virus', who has also penned the composition, with lyrics written by 'Guri Sangali'. The song is presented by Jasvirpall Singh and produced by Jasvirpall Singh and Jagjitpal Singh. The publicity designs and video have been created by Yasheen Ghurail, with the song released under the music label Jass Records. Don't miss the opportunity to listen to the latest Punjabi audio song 'Ain Taan' by 'Amar Sehmbi' and enjoy its vibrant musical style. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of 'Amar Sehmbi', new Punjabi songs of 2026, latest Punjabi audio songs, Punjabi music and 'Black Virus' music.
Enjoy The New Punjabi Music Video For 'Jee Sohneya' By Priya
Enjoy the latest Punjabi song 'Jee Sohneya' sung by 'Priya'. The music for this captivating track has been composed by 'Black Virus', with lyrics penned by 'Guri Sangali'. The music video features 'Rahul Bassi' as the male lead and has been skillfully directed by 'Dilsher Singh' and 'Khushpal Singh'. The song is presented by Jasvirpall Singh and produced by Jasvirpall Singh and Jagjitpal Singh, with projects by Vipen Joshi. The video has been created by Tru Makers, with publicity designs by Yasheen Ghurail. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Punjabi video song 'Jee Sohneya' by 'Priya' and enjoy its melodious vibe. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of 'Priya', new Punjabi songs of 2026, latest Punjabi video songs, Punjabi love songs and 'Black Virus' music.
Delhi BJP questions AAP on CM Manns goods on which he was forced to pay customs duty, fine
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) Delhi BJP President Harsh Malhotra on Friday criticised Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Manns failed bid to evade customs duty while returning to the country after a foreign visit and asked Arvind Kejriwal to share details of the goods for which the former was penalised by the customs. People of the country and Punjab want Arvind Kejriwal to explain why Bhagwant Mann violated customs rules and what taxable goods he was allegedly trying to evade tax on, said Malhotra. The Delhi BJP President said Mann was often in the news for allegedly setting several records by entering Parliament and the Assembly after consuming alcohol, but now he has become the first Chief Minister in the country to be fined Rs 50,000 under the Customs Act, 1962. The Delhi BJP President drew the attention of Aam Aadmi Party Convenor Arvind Kejriwal to reports according to which Mann, while returning from a foreign trip, allegedly attempted to pass through the green channel despite carrying luxury taxable goods, in violation of customs rules. However, alert customs officials stopped him, inspected his baggage, and subsequently imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 on several items, Malhotra said, quoting reports. The Delhi BJP President said that it is beyond comprehension what message Mann wanted to convey to ordinary citizens by allegedly making an unruly attempt to pass through the green channel despite carrying taxable goods. In another development, Delhi BJP spokesperson Praveen Shankar Kapoor hit out at the AAP for attempts to allege a scam in the poor quality of paper in textbooks distributed in government schools. Kapoor said Delhi witnessed a textbook crisis for Classes 6 to 12 throughout the 11 years of AAP governments rule. Moreover, as soon as the Kejriwal government came to power in the Municipal Corporation in 2022, it created a shortage of textbooks there as well. The Delhi BJP spokesperson said that records bear witness to the fact that, during Kejriwals 11-year rule, cases concerning the failure to provide textbooks reached the courts almost every year, and the Education Department was reprimanded on numerous occasions. Kapoor said it was laughable that Delhi AAP convenor Saurabh Bharadwaj, a former minister in a government under whose tenure there was a textbook crisis in almost every academic session, was now raising questions about the poor quality of textbook paper. It appears that Bharadwaj considers himself an expert capable of judging the quality of paper as well, said Kapoor.
UP Man Arrested for Stone Pelting at Kashmir Bus in Punjab
SRINAGAR: Five days after a Srinagar-bound bus was pelted with stones near Doraha in Punjabs Ludhiana district, Khanna Police on Friday arrested one accused in connection with the incident, while two others remained absconding. Media reports suggest police identified the arrested accused as Abhishek alias Golu, a native of Tadi Ghat village in Uttar Pradeshs []
Asim Munirs Tukde-Tukde Plan? Why Pakistan Could Go From 4 Provinces To 15
Pakistans political map could be headed for a dramatic shake-up. Reports suggest the countrys four provinces Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan could eventually be reorganised into as many as 12 to 15 provinces, while another proposal discusses empowering around 160 smaller administrative units.The debate comes as Field Marshal Asim Munirs authority has expanded significantly through constitutional changes. Critics are asking whether breaking up powerful provinces could weaken established political strongholds and shift more influence towards Islamabad and Pakistans military establishment.Pakistan has experimented with its political map before. The controversial One Unit Scheme of 1955 merged the western provinces before being abolished in 1970. So could another redrawing of boundaries reshape Pakistans balance of power and why should India be watching closely?
Enjoy The New Punjabi Music Video For 'Zaroor (Reprise)' By Karan Michael
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Tamil Nadu Sprinters Shine With New National Records
Promising sprinters Abinaya Rajarajan and Neil Samraj set new national records in the Under-20 women's 100m and Under-18 men's 100m respectively at the National Junior Athletics Championships in Chennai. Punjab's Amanat Kamboj also secured a gold in the U20 discus throw with a meet record.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 23 (IANS) Singer Mika Singh has said that his brother Daler Mehndi does not want the Uttarakhand controversy to be dragged further following Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhamis apology on behalf of state minister Subodh Uniyal. Speaking exclusively to IANS, Mika said he has brought the Daler Mehndi controversy to a close after CM Dhamis apology. He added that Daler called him on Friday morning and asked him not to let the matter be dragged further. He further said that CM Dhami has invited both brothers to Uttarakhand, and they would soon visit the state to perform. Talking about an artists responsibility towards the audience, Mika raised the question of whether a performer should take the stage when unwell, given their accountability to the people who come to watch them perform. He also held a press conference, where he said, Just this morning, I spoke with my elder brother, dear friend, and someone I hold in high regard, the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Pushkar Singh Dhami. Whenever I visit Dehradun, he meets me with great warmth and is extremely down-to-earth. The way he communicated with Daler Paaji and me was very polite and humble. He offered an apology on behalf of the Minister, and though I told him it wasn't necessary since he made no mistake. Mika added, The problem is that this happened to my brother, who is completely innocent and did nothing wrong. What was I supposed to doif I kept making video statements back-to-back, people would say this is all I do. However, I carefully thought it through and recorded a video at night, and when I called Paaji the next day, he broke down crying because he was emotional. On top of that, I can be quite straightforward and tend to scold him for agreeing to things, but before I could even say anything, he started crying like a child... He further mentioned, I want to express my deepest gratitude to the entire Bollywood industry, the people of Punjab, and all of Daler Paajis fans for the immense support shown after watching the video where he was scolded. It felt very wrong to see Daler Paaji spoken to in that manner, as reprimanding someone publicly nowadayswhether at school or collegesparks widespread controversy. Even during my 23 years of struggle, no one ever scolded me like that, except once in my childhood at a wedding when I ate before the guests arrived, which was my mistake. For the unversed, Daler Mehndis performance at the Siddhpeeth Maa Kunjapuri Tourism and Development Fair in Uttarakhand became a subject of controversy after state minister Subodh Uniyal stopped his show midway. The minister alleged that Mehndi was under the influence of alcohol and lip-syncing during the religious Navratri event. Following the incident, several personalities from the entertainment industry, including Mika Singh, Palash Sen, Kapil Sharma, Ila Arun, Anupam Kher, and Sudesh Lehri, voiced their support for Daler Mehndi.
Punjab BJP Criticizes CM Mann Over Voter List Controversy
Punjab BJP leader Keval Singh Dhillon criticizes CM Bhagwant Mann for his remarks on the special intensive revision of voter lists. Punjab BJP Criticizes CM Mann Over Voter List Controversy
Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann told the Punjab Assembly he was kept at the airport for two hours on his return from France and asked to pay an arbitrary challan of 50,000; the House passed a resolution for an independent probe into the functioning of the Election Commission
Experience The New Punjabi Music Video 'Nishana' by Jigar & Sulakhni Kaur
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Akali Dal Urges Punjab Governor to Dismiss CM Bhagwant Mann Following Jhotta Murder Case
Akali Dal calls for CM Bhagwant Manns dismissal and compensation for late anti-drug activists family in Punjab. Akali Dal Urges Punjab Governor to Dismiss CM Bhagwant Mann Following Jhotta Murder Case
Fake Marksheets Racket Busted In Bareilly, Accused Jailed
A 45-year-old man, Pradeep Kumar Gangwar, has been arrested in Bareilly for allegedly creating and distributing fake marksheets and certificates. Police recovered 27 fake documents, 11 stamps, cash, and mobile phones from him. The case emerged after a complaint from a Punjab resident who was defrauded of Rs 50,000 for fake BA marksheets. Investigations are ongoing into the authenticity of the documents and potential accomplices.
Punjab Assembly Suspends Congress MLA Sukhpul Singh Khaira for Misconduct
Congress MLA Sukhpul Singh Khaira has been suspended from the Punjab Assembly for using offensive language during a session. Punjab Assembly Suspends Congress MLA Sukhpul Singh Khaira for Misconduct
Pakistan's Lahore becomes the world's most polluted city as AQI hits hazardous 410
Lahore was ranked the world's most polluted city on Friday after its AQI reached 410, a hazardous level, according to IQAir. The platform reported that PM2.5 pollution was 45.2 times the World Health Organisation's annual guideline value. The city and other parts of Pakistan's Punjab province face recurring smog between October and February, prompting health experts to advise residents to limit exposure to polluted air.
'Head of customs brother of CEC': Punjab CM's big claim after airport 'detention'
PNB Bank Rohtak Recruitment 2026
Punjab National Bank has released the notification for 2 vacancies, including Faculty and Watchman / Gardener posts. Eligible candidates can submit their offline applications till 10 November 2026.
Punjab BJP slams CM Mann over remark on SIR exercise
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Oct 23 (IANS) Punjab BJP President Kewal Singh Dhillon on Friday criticised Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann over his speech in the Assembly regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Calling Manns speech surprising, Dhillon said, You run the state government, your officers carried out the exercise, and you yourself conducted the SIR. Now you are the one raising questions about it. He said the entire process was carried out by the state governments administrative machinery. From Deputy Commissioners and Sub-Divisional Magistrates (SDMs) to officials at the booth level, all the personnel involved were under the state governments administration. The Centre had no role in the exercise, Dhillon said in a statement. If your officers made mistakes during the SIR, why did your party leaders visit the Election Commission and claim that everything was in order? he asked. He pointed out that while the Chief Minister was alleging irregularities in the SIR in the Assembly, leaders from his own party were telling the Election Commission that everything was fine. He challenged Mann to identify even a single voter in the state whose name had been wrongly deleted from the electoral rolls. Dhillon said if any irregularities had indeed occurred, it would be a serious matter for which the state government itself would be responsible. He described Manns remarks as evidence of what he called an incompetent government, alleging that it had lost its ability to think clearly and make sound decisions. He added that Mann appeared to have lost faith even in his own ministers and officials. Dhillon said when the SIR exercise began in Punjab, Mann had promised that no voter in the state would be allowed to have their name deleted from the electoral rolls. If anyones name had been wrongly removed, the Chief Minister must answer for it, he said. Mann could not evade responsibility by making baseless allegations against the Central Government, he added.
Mumbai's American School Gets Threat Mail. It Mentions Celebs, A Punjab Link
The email mentions Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan and several other celebrities.
Akali Dal appeals to Punjab Governor to dismiss CM for patronising drug trade
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Oct 23 (IANS) The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) on Friday appealed to Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria to dismiss Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, besides urging him to grant a Rs two crore compensation to the family of slain anti-drug crusader Parvinder Singh Jhota and a class one job to his widow. A party delegation, led by President Sukhbir Singh Badal, also called for action against all Ministers, legislators and civil and police officials accused of patronising the drug trade and issuing arms licenses to drug offenders. It urged that the ongoing Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into Jhota's murder be expanded to cover the cases of Gulzar Singh of Toor Banjara in Dirba, who named Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema in his dying declaration, and Bikramjit Singh of Hargobindpur Sahib, who was hacked to death for opposing the drug mafia. Briefing the Governor, the SAD President said that these series of corrective steps should be taken to instill confidence in Punjabis at a critical juncture when the state was battling the scourge of drugs. He also stressed that the drug crusader's family was a family of Punjab and even though Jhota's father had not asked for any personal benefit, the state must look after the family. He said Jhota's wife was a teacher and should be given a gazzetted class one job. Asserting that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann was responsible for the murder of Jhota, Badal cited Jhota's father Bhim Singh's statement to the police in which the latter highlighting how his son had been fallen victim to the politician-police nexus behind the drug trade in Punjab. The SAD Chief said that Bhim Singh had asserted that this nexus was receiving patronage from the top level, including Chief Minister Mann. He added that the anti-drug crusader's father had also gone on record to state that his son had told him that the State Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav was behind the false cases registered against Jhota. The memorandum said that these steps would send a clear message to Punjabis that enough was enough. Punjab and Punjabis have realised that the drug menace and its perpetrators and patrons are the number one enemy of the state and that they must be dealt with most sternly, Badal said.
PAU Field Assistant Recruitment 2026
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for the post of Field Assistant. Online applications will be accepted till 30 October 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, rgrcell.org.
Naman Dhir's rise: How the 'jugaadu' cricketer carved his space
Naman Dhir's surprise India call-up raised eyebrows but the Punjab all-rounder is beginning to justify the selectors' faith. From contemplating a move to Canada after repeated rejections to impressing with bat and ball, Dhir's journey is one of resilience, adaptability and the unwavering support of his father and late mentor.
Punjab Chief Minister Criticizes Amit Shah Over Drug Issues and Election Predictions
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann responds to Amit Shahs comments on drug supply and upcoming elections, asserting local will over central government claims. Punjab Chief Minister Criticizes Amit Shah Over Drug Issues and Election Predictions
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi-Abhishek Sharma selfie goes viral!
After the match, Naman Dhir also said that Abhishek's pep talk, especially the Punjabi bit pumped up the players.
