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Amit Shah Celebrates Dussehra in Ludhiana, Symbolically Burns Chitta Ravana

Home Minister Amit Shah attended Dussehra festivities in Ludhiana, symbolically burning Chitta Ravana and addressing drug issues in Punjab. Amit Shah Celebrates Dussehra in Ludhiana, Symbolically Burns Chitta Ravana

Daily Kiran 21 Oct 2026 2:33 am

Amit Shah vows to eliminate Punjab

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The News Mill 21 Oct 2026 2:12 am

Experience The New Punjabi Music Video 'Hathiyar' by Babbal Rai

Get ready to be swept away by the latest punjabi track 'Hathiyar' beautifully sung by Babbal Rai. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music given by Desi Routz and beautiful lyrics are penned by Veet Baljit. Don't miss the chance to witness Babbal Rai's performance in the captivating punjabi video track 'Hathiyar'. 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 Babbal Rai. Indulge in the latest punjabi video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by Babbal Rai, immerse in the punjabi music video tracks.

The Times of India 21 Oct 2026 1:25 am

Experience The New Punjabi Music Video 'Gidda (Animated Lyrical)' by Diljit Dosanjh

Get ready to be swept away by the latest punjabi track 'Gidda (Animated Lyrical)' beautifully sung by Diljit Dosanjh. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music given by Jatinder Shah and beautiful lyrics are penned by Kumar. Don't miss the chance to witness Diljit Dosanjh's performance in the captivating punjabi video track 'Gidda (Animated Lyrical)'. 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 Diljit Dosanjh. Indulge in the latest punjabi video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by Diljit Dosanjh, immerse in the punjabi music video tracks.

The Times of India 21 Oct 2026 1:25 am

Indias OTT market attracts new bets, but turning viewers into revenue remains tough

India's OTT market continues to grow with new platforms targeting niche demographics and unique content offerings. Recent launches include Tiger TV and Brew TV, aiming to attract Hindi, Punjabi, and independent filmmakers. These platforms face the challenge of low average revenue per user despite significant audience scale and revenue potential. Industry experts emphasize the need for sustainable revenue models amid fierce competition among over 50 players.

The Economic Times 21 Oct 2026 1:10 am

Ex-AAP Sarpanch Arrested In Punjab Over Links To Cop Caught With 15 kg Heroin

Constable Karandeep Singh was attached to the Punjab Police's anti-drone unit.

NDTV 21 Oct 2026 12:35 am

Never felt this sad: Amit Shah on Punjab's drug crisis

Amit Shah vowed to eradicate the drug trade from Punjab by December 31, 2029. Shah began his Punjab visit in Gurdaspur, where he met the family of 40-year-old Bikramjit Singh, whose death was allegedly linked to the drug menace.

The Economic Times 21 Oct 2026 12:08 am

AAP claims Punjab CM Mann detained for three hours at Delhi airport, fined 50,000

In a statement, Mr. Pannu accused the Centre of creating obstacles in the path of Punjabs progress

The Hindu 20 Oct 2026 11:33 pm

Hosiery businessman attacked by father, FIR lodged

The Times of India 20 Oct 2026 11:05 pm

Govt staff to go on 2-day mass leave today, tomorrow

The Times of India 20 Oct 2026 11:05 pm

PAUs farm magazine now speaks to farmers

The Times of India 20 Oct 2026 11:05 pm

Faith, festivity light up city as Dussehra draws huge crowds

The Times of India 20 Oct 2026 11:04 pm

Firecracker licence forms available from today at 6 sites

The Times of India 20 Oct 2026 11:02 pm

Shah meets Punjab drug victims' families, seeks CBI probe

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday met the families of individuals who lost their lives due to drug-related issues in Punjab, saying he had never felt so deeply saddened in life as he did while meeting them and also called out the AAP government for failing to curb the menace.

Rediff 20 Oct 2026 10:53 pm

Bhagwant Mann Questions Amit Shah: Where Was the Concern for Punjab When Drugs Took Root?

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has questioned Union Home Minister Amit Shah over the drug menace in Punjab, asking why stronger action was not taken when the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Shiromani Akali Dal were in power together in

Oneindia 20 Oct 2026 8:43 pm

Amit Shah sets December 31, 2029 as deadline to make Punjab 'Nasha Mukt'

Addressing a gathering at a Vijayadashami event in Ludhiana, the Home Minister said that the transfer of Parwinder Singh Jhota's murder inquiry to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) ensures that influential conspirators will not be spared.

The Economic Times 20 Oct 2026 8:31 pm

Shah Pushes For CBI Probe In Punjab Drug Deaths, Vows Drug-Free State

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, during his Punjab visit, urged Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to transfer drug-related death investigations in Sangrur and Batala to the CBI, following Mann's decision to hand over anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota's murder case to the central agency. Shah met families affected by drug-related incidents and pledged to make Punjab drug-free by December 31, 2029, calling for collective action against the menace.

Rediff 20 Oct 2026 7:22 pm

Never felt so deeply saddened in life: Amit Shah after meeting kin of drug menace victims in Punjab

Amit Shah slammed the AAP government, saying it failed to curb the menace, and the drug trade continues to grow day by day in Punjab. After visiting Gurdaspur, Mansa and Sangrur, Shah spoke to reporters in Ludhiana, where he said he never felt so deeply saddened in his life.

The Economic Times 20 Oct 2026 7:05 pm

HM Shahs visit sends strong message to drug smugglers: Punjab BJP chief

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Oct 20 (IANS) Punjab BJP President, Kewal Singh Dhillon, on Tuesday said Union Home Minister Amit Shahs visit to Punjab had sent a strong message that the days of drug smugglers were numbered and that the state would soon be free from drugs. Dhillon made the statement after accompanying Shah during meetings with families of victims allegedly affected by the drug menace, including the family of Parvinder Singh Jhota. He said he accompanied the Home Minister to meet the families of Vikramjit Singh in Gurdaspur, Gulzar Singh in Turbanjara in Sangrur, and Jhotta in Mansa. According to Dhillon, the families were assured that justice would be delivered. Targeting the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, Dhillon alleged that it had failed to control drug trafficking and that those raising their voices against drugs were being killed. Reacting to the state government's decision to hand over the Jhota murder case to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Dhillon claimed that the move was prompted by political pressure following Shahs visit rather than a genuine commitment to justice. He alleged that the state government had initially attempted to portray Jhotas murder as a case of personal enmity. Dhillon demanded that the Punjab government publicly apologise to Jhotas family and the people of the state. He said the decision to transfer the investigation to the CBI reflected the government's inability to ensure justice for the victims family. The BJP state President further said his party had taken up the matter earlier, writing to the Punjab Governor on October 13 to demand a CBI investigation, as the party believed the state government would not take appropriate action. Dhillon claimed that the families of Jhota and other victims could expect justice only through the intervention of Shah, the Central government and the CBI. He demanded that all similar cases be transferred to the central agency for impartial investigations and accountability. Launching a further attack on the AAP government, Dhillon said it could not evade responsibility for the situation in Punjab. He claimed that the people of the state were ready to remove the government, which he accused of coming to power on the basis of false promises.

bhaskarlive 20 Oct 2026 6:48 pm

Never Felt So Deeply Saddened in Life: Shah After Meeting Kin of Drug Menace Victims In Punjab

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said he never felt so deeply saddened in life as he did while meeting the family members of those who died in incidents linked to Punjab's drug menace. Shah slammed the AAP government, saying

Oneindia 20 Oct 2026 6:29 pm

Amit Shah Criticizes AAP Government Over Drug Issues in Punjab

Union Home Minister Amit Shah blames AAP government for Punjabs drug crisis, citing political protection as a key issue. Amit Shah Criticizes AAP Government Over Drug Issues in Punjab

Daily Kiran 20 Oct 2026 6:03 pm

Punjab Lecturer Cutoff 2026 - Check Hindi and Biology Cut-Off Marks PDf

Punjab Lecturer Cadre Hindi and Biology cut-off marks 2026 are released for original document scrutiny on 23 October 2026 at Mohali. Check category-wise cut-offs for Fresh and Backlog posts, documents to carry and important instructions.

FreeJobAlert 20 Oct 2026 5:44 pm

Sara Ali Khan celebrates Dussehra with Ayushmann Khurrana at Golden Temple ahead of Udta Teer

Sara Ali Khan marked Dussehra with a picture featuring her Udta Teer co-star Ayushmann Khurrana from the Golden Temple in Punjab. The actress shared the festive post on social media, sending her followers wishes for love, luck and laughter. Sharing the picture, Sara wrote, Happy Dussehra Wishing everyone love, luck and laughter The photograph shows Sara and Ayushmann posing together outside the Golden Temple. Their latest social media appearance comes days ahead of the theatrical release of Udta Teer, which is scheduled to hit cinemas on October 23, 2026. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sara Ali Khan (@saraalikhan95) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bollywood Hungama (@realbollywoodhungama) Sara Ali Khan and Ayushmann Khurranas Udta Teer Directed by Akash A. Kaushik, Udta Teer is described as a spy-comedy that combines action and humour. Ayushmann plays Bilal Ahmed, a Pakistani spy who travels to India for a mission. However, after an accident and explosion, he loses his memory and begins to believe that he is an Indian counter-terrorism officer. The resulting identity mix-up forms the central premise of the film, as Bilal attempts to navigate his new belief about himself while being unaware of his actual identity. Sara plays Yamini, the female lead. The film also features Rahul Bose, Ram Kapoor, Gulshan Grover, Suhail Nayyar, Raghubir Yadav, Brijendra Kala and Supriya Pilgaonkar. The cast also includes the late Mukul Dev in one of his final screen appearances. Udta Teer is produced by Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, Apoorva Mehta, Guneet Monga Kapoor and Achin Jain under Dharma Productions and Sikhya Entertainment. The film has also been in the news after Nepal reportedly denied permission for its public screening. The decision was announced around October 19-20, with authorities citing provisions concerning content that could affect relations with friendly nations or national interests. The films India-Pakistan spy premise has been widely linked to the decision, although the Nepal release remains blocked. Also Read:Udta Teer New Trailer Out Now: Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan offer a fresh glimpse of comedy and action

Bollywood Hungama 20 Oct 2026 5:41 pm

HM Amit Shah meets family of man allegedly killed for opposing drug trade

The family reportedly handed him a list of demands, including a fair investigation, a government job and financial assistance. The visit is part of Shahs tour of Punjab to meet the families of three individuals whose deaths have drawn attention to the states drug menace

Mid Day 20 Oct 2026 5:37 pm

No Secret Takedowns: Punjab

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ruled that authorities seeking to block online content must provide the affected user with a copy of the blocking communication when it is sent to a social media platform. The October 5, 2026, order was passed by Justice Tribhuvan Dahiya in a petition filed by Haryana 24 News []

The LogicaI Indian 20 Oct 2026 5:28 pm

Punjabs drug trade worse than reports suggest: Shah

The Economic Times 20 Oct 2026 5:26 pm

Shah meets families of anti-drug activists killed in Punjab; targets AAP

Amit Shah visited families of drug-related victims in Punjab, expressing condolences and discussing safety issues. He criticised the AAP government for its failure to tackle the drug menace effectively. Shah highlighted the dangers faced by those who oppose drug trafficking in the state. The recent murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota escalated political tensions in Punjab.

The Times of India 20 Oct 2026 5:07 pm

Asian Champions Trophy 2026: Hockey India announces free entry for spectators

Hockey India offers free entry passes for all 20 matches of the Men's Hero Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026 held across Jalandhar and Mohali from October 27

Mid Day 20 Oct 2026 4:43 pm

Shah Meets Families Of Drug Victims In Punjab

Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited Punjab to meet families of individuals who died in incidents linked to the state's drug menace. He assured justice to the families of Gulzar Singh, Bikramjit Singh, and anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota, who were victims of drug-related issues. The visit comes amidst a political slugfest ahead of upcoming Assembly elections, with opposition parties criticising the AAP government over the drug problem.

Rediff 20 Oct 2026 4:31 pm

Discover The New Punjabi Music Video For 'She So Fire' Sung By Deep Jandu

Enjoy the latest Punjabi song ''She So Fire'' sung by 'Deep Jandu'. The music for this captivating track has been composed by 'Deep Jandu', with heartfelt lyrics penned by 'Amrit Maan & Onkar Malhi'. The music video for ''She So Fire'' has been skillfully directed by 'Diljot Garcha'. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Punjabi video song ''She So Fire'', by 'Deep Jandu' and immerse yourself in its mesmerizing melodies. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of 'Deep Jandu', New Video Songs of 2026, 'Deep Jandu' songs, Punjabi Gana Video Song, 'Diljot Garcha' music videos and 'Amrit Maan & Onkar Malhi' songs.

The Times of India 20 Oct 2026 4:25 pm

Amit Shah Meets Kin of Anti-Drug Activists in Punjab

Hours before Shah's visit, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced that the government has decided to transfer the murder case to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)

Deccan Chronicle 20 Oct 2026 4:19 pm

Akali Leader Criticizes Punjab Government Over Parvinder Singh Jhotta Murder Case

Bikram Singh Majithia criticizes Punjab government regarding the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhotta, raising serious questions. Akali Leader Criticizes Punjab Government Over Parvinder Singh Jhotta Murder Case

Daily Kiran 20 Oct 2026 4:13 pm

Hockey India opens doors to fans with free entry at Asian Champions Trophy

Hockey India on Tuesday announced that fans will get free entry to all the matches of the men's Asian Champions Trophy to be held in Jalandhar and Mohali from October 27 to November 5. Olympian Surjit Singh Hockey Stadium in Jalandhar and the Olympian Balbir Singh Senior International Hockey Stadium in Mohali will together host a total of 20 matches. All league-stage matches from October 27 to November 2 will be played in Jalandhar, while the semi-finals and medal matches will be played in Mohali on November 4 and 5. Fans can secure their free entry passes by registering on Hockey India's online ticketing partner www.ticketgenie.in. Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey said, By making entry free for the Hero Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026, we hope to bring more supporters to the stands and give them an opportunity to experience the excitement of top-level international hockey. Hockey India's Secretary General, Bhola Nath Singh said he is looking forward to seeing packed stadi

Business Standard 20 Oct 2026 3:52 pm

Watch: Amit Shah to meet families of three victims amid Punjab drug row

Amit Shahs visit to Punjab has brought the States drug crisis into the political spotlight, with the BJP and AAP trading accusations. Shah is scheduled to meet the families of three people who died in incidents linked to the drug menace. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has announced that the probe into anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhotas murder will be handed over to the CBI.

The Hindu 20 Oct 2026 3:45 pm

Amit Shah meets family of man killed for opposing drug trade in Punjab's Gurdaspur | Video

Amid growing concerns over drug trafficking and law and order in Punjab, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday (October 20) met the family of Bikramjit Singh in Gurdaspur as part of a series of...

India TV 20 Oct 2026 3:41 pm

WSO Releases Report on India-Linked Disinformation Targeting Sikh Canadians

India-linked disinformation targeting Sikh Canadians is the focus of a new WSO report examining fabricated allegations, suspected bot networks, media amplification and the wider impact on Sikh communities in Canada. The post WSO Releases Report on India-Linked Disinformation Targeting Sikh Canadians appeared first on Sikh Siyasat News .

Sikh Siyasat News 20 Oct 2026 3:29 pm

Master Trust Expands Financial Services with F&O Clearing and Settlement

Ludhiana (Punjab) [India], October 20: Master Trust Limited (MASTERTR, BSE: 511768), a diversified financial services company offering broking, lending, wealth management, portfolio management, and investment solutions through a strong digital

bhaskarlive 20 Oct 2026 3:29 pm

Watch: Amit Shah meets family of Bikramjit Singh, killed after speaking out against drug dealers

Union Home Minister Amit Shah meets the family of Bikramjit Singh, who was killed in an attack in Gurdaspur on October 15. The attack was reportedly linked to drugs, though the police have disputed the claim. The visit comes amid concerns over Punjabs drug problem.

The Hindu 20 Oct 2026 3:28 pm

ISI shifts propaganda playbook, uses foreign influencers to evade Indian agencies

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) In the aftermath of the Indian agencies cracking down heavily on Indian influencers who were promoting pro-Pakistan content, fresh Intelligence reports suggest that the ISI is reaching out to foreign nationals for this purpose. Post Operation Sindoor, the agencies busted several modules that were promoting pro-Pakistan content. They were lured with a fancy lifestyle and vacations, among other perks, to put forward Pakistans propaganda. However, scores of such influencers were arrested, and this led to the busting of a major pro-Pakistan propaganda wing of the ISI within India. An Intelligence Bureau official said that the ISI has directed its stooges to scout for international influencers to push anti-India propaganda. The Pakistan spy agency has handed out a script to such influencers, which focuses on putting out content that is harmful to the Indian state, the official said. Some of the content that these influencers are expected to speak on is Jammu and Kashmir and the Khalistan movement, and also abuse Indians. The ISI has been scouting for persons in the UK, Canada, Australia, among other nations. In exchange, these influencers are handed large sums of cash and even taken on sponsored and lavish trips to Pakistan and other countries, the official said. An official said that while the Jammu and Kashmir issue remains the major script, there has been an increase in pro-Khalistan content that is being put out by these international influencers. Content promoting the proscribed pro-Khalistan terror outfit, Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), has only increased in the last couple of months. These influencers have been putting out detailed content about how Punjab should be separated from India and a Khalistan nation should be formed, the official said. Another official said that the strategy is very clear. If an international audience is putting out such content, it tends to get noticed more. It also appears that the issues that the ISI has been pushing have been internationalised. This automatically makes the issue look very large, and people tend to take notice, the official noted. The impact of similar content being put out by an Indian or a Pakistani is far lesser when compared to the ones by recruits from other foreign nations. While the ISI always had its stooges across the globe, the push that is currently being made is much larger when compared to the earlier days. When a Pakistani puts out such content, it is easily dismissed as propaganda-driven or fake. An Indian putting out similar content is today easily debunked as compromised. This phenomenon is bigger, especially in the wake of the Indian agencies busting the major propaganda wing of the ISI using Indian influencers, officials say. Further, tracking and bringing the international players to justice is much harder, as it would involve multiple exchanges by the agencies and several treaties would be at play. When the scripts were initially handed out to these international stooges, there was an emphasis on driving a wedge within the Indian community by spreading hate and inciting communal tensions. However, the ISI has asked these influencers to back down on such scripts as the agenda becomes too obvious. Instead, issues in Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab are being pushed with human rights angles. Titles, such as Indias brutality in Punjab or Jammu and Kashmir, are being pushed heavily. Such videos are heavily promoted by the Pakistan propaganda channels, and a large amount of money is spent to amplify such content so that it reaches a wider audience, officials say. Another interesting aspect of this racket that the ISI is running is about how long the content remains on the internet. The videos are generated and soon posted. However, after 15 days to one month, the ISI instructs these influencers to take down the content from social media. It is like a hit job that these elements are carrying out. By the time they have to take down the content, the damage is already done, and the narrative would have been set on social media. This also helps in evasion, as the Indian agencies would find it harder to track the origin of such content, an official said.

bhaskarlive 20 Oct 2026 3:18 pm

Sara Ali Khan seeks blessings at the Golden Temple with Udta Teer co-star Ayushmann Khurrana

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 20 (IANS) Bollywood actress Sara Ali Khan took blessings at the Golden Temple with her Udta Teer co-star Ayushmann Khurrana. Talking about his visit, Ayushmann shared that he is visiting the Golden Temple for the third time and whenever he comes here, it is always a great experience. On Tuesday, Sara took to her official Instagram handle and uploaded a picture of herself and Ayushmann posing in front of the Golden Temple. Twinning in white ethnic wear, the co-stars faced the camera with their hands folded in front of the temple. Wishing all on the auspicious occasion of Dussehra, the 'Atrangi Re' actress wrote on the photo-sharing app, Happy Dussehra (Folded hands and Two heart emojis) Wishing everyone love, luck and laughter (Hug emoticon) (sic). Ayushmann and Sara are currently busy promoting their upcoming laughter ride, 'Udta Teer. Earlier this month, both of them were seen enjoying the rich culture of Punjab, imbibing the spirit of the place. Ayushmann, who is from Chandigarh, was seen savouring a big glass of traditional Punjabi lassi. Accompanying him, Sara was also enjoying her experience, exploring the Punjabi culture. She took to her Insta account and posted a clip of herself posing in a beautiful pink salwar Kameez, standing in the middle of a farm. The 'Kedarnath' actress said, Sat Sri Akal, viewers. This morning, I had a dream. I am in Chandigarh, in the heart of Punjab. With me is a man who is extremely amazing. Please put your hands together for Ayushmann Khurrana sahib. Directed by Aakash Kaushik, the promising cast of the movie also includes Rahul Bose, Ram Kapoor, Gulshan Grover, Mukul Dev, Suhail Nayyar, Raghubir Yadav, Brijendra Kala, Sandeep Anand, Supriya Pilgaonkar and Smita Tambe, along with others. Udta Teer, which was initially scheduled to be out in the cinema halls on October 9, is now slated to be released on October 23.

bhaskarlive 20 Oct 2026 3:18 pm

Amit Shah Meets Family Of Punjab Man Killed Over Anti-Drug Campaign

BJP Punjab Vice President Fatehjang Singh Bajwa said Amit Shah's visit conveyed the message that the party would fulfil its commitment to eradicate drugs from the state.

NDTV 20 Oct 2026 3:08 pm

32-year-old mechanical engineer left his job to pursue organic farming in village; today, he earns Rs 3 lakh profit per acre selling vegetables and pulses directly to customers

Jobandeep Singh left his engineering job after four months and returned to his village in Punjab to pursue agriculture as a business. He now grows organic crops across four acres, maintains livestock and sells directly to around 50 regular customers. His experience highlights how crop diversification, natural farming methods and direct marketing can offer an alternative approach to small-scale agriculture.

The Economic Times 20 Oct 2026 2:54 pm

Amit Shah Meets Family of Anti-Drug Activist Vikramjeet Singh in Punjab

Amit Shah visited Vikramjeet Singhs family in Punjab, addressing demands for justice and support in the fight against drug violence. Amit Shah Meets Family of Anti-Drug Activist Vikramjeet Singh in Punjab

Daily Kiran 20 Oct 2026 2:48 pm

Amit Shah visits Punjab, meets family of Batala man who died in incident linked to drug menace

Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited Punjab to meet families impacted by the drug crisis in the state. He assured the family of Bikramjit Singh that justice would be served following his tragic death. Shah's visit included meetings with families of other victims of drug-related incidents in Punjab. The Punjab Chief Minister responded by stating that the Jhota murder case would be handed to the CBI.

The Economic Times 20 Oct 2026 2:35 pm

Amit Shah arrives in Punjab, to meet anti-drug fight victims

CHANDIGARH: Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Punjab on Tuesday as part of his day-long visit to Gurdaspur, Sangrur and Mansa to meet the family members of those who died in incidents linked to the opposition to the drug menace in the state. Ahead of Shahs Punjab visit, tight security arrangements have been made []

Kashmir Reader 20 Oct 2026 2:21 pm

Amit Shah meets families of anti-drug campaign victims during Punjab visit

Union Home Minister Amit Shah visits Gurdaspur, Sangrur and Mansa to meet the families of Bikramjit Singh, Gulzar Singh and anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann has announced a CBI probe into Jhota's murder amid a political row over drugs

Mid Day 20 Oct 2026 1:55 pm

Amit Shah arrives in Punjab, to meet Parvinder Singh Jhotas kin

Hours before the visit, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said his government has decided to hand over the Jhota murder case to the CBI

The Hindu 20 Oct 2026 1:44 pm

Amit Shahs Visit Marks a Turning Point in Punjabs Fight Against Gangster Rule

Amit Shahs visit to Punjab is seen as a crucial step towards restoring peace and tackling organized crime in the state. Amit Shahs Visit Marks a Turning Point in Punjabs Fight Against Gangster Rule

Daily Kiran 20 Oct 2026 1:43 pm

HM Shah meets family of slain anti-drug activist Vikramjeet Singh in Punjabs Gurdaspur

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Oct 20 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday visited Punjabs Gurdaspur district, bordering Pakistan, to meet the family of Vikramjeet Singh, who was allegedly killed after opposing drug trafficking. The Home Minister spent around 15 minutes with the family. The family, it is learnt, handed him a list of demands, comprising a fair probe, a government job and financial aid. The visit is part of HM Shahs tour of Punjab to meet the families of three individuals whose deaths have drawn attention to the states drug menace. The other planned meetings are with the family of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa and the family of Gulzar Singh in Sangrur. Vikramjeet Singh was allegedly shot dead on October 15 in the Mari Pannwan village area under Hargobindpur Sahib in Gurdaspur district. The incident reportedly occurred in the context of opposition to drug sales. HM Shahs visit comes amid growing public concern over drug-related violence and demands for stronger action against those involved in narcotics trafficking. The Union Home Ministry has also sought detailed reports from the Punjab government regarding the recent deaths. During his Punjab visit, HM Shah is also scheduled to attend Dussehra celebrations at Daresi Ground in Ludhiana, where the anti-drug message is expected to feature prominently. The meeting with Vikramjeet Singhs family is part of the Centres engagement with families affected by drug-related violence in Punjab. Ahead of the day-long visit of Home Minister Shah, the AAP government reiterated its support for the family of Parminder Singh Jhota, who has been fighting against drug abuse, and announced that his case will be handed over to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in response to the familys demand. We stand firmly with the father and family of Parminder Singh Jhota, who has been fighting against drugs. Respecting the familys demand, we are handing over the case to the CBI, the Chief Minister wrote on X. Responding to the state governments decision, former state BJP President Sunil Jakhar said the government took way too long in issuing the CBI order. The Punjab government has finally been forced to bow before public outrage and hand over the investigation of Parvinder Singh Jhota's murder to the CBI. But this is not just one case. Under the patronage of the Aam Aadmi Party government in Punjab, there have been numerous such incidents where drug traffickers have murdered people for raising their voices against drugs or forced them to commit suicide, Jakhar wrote on X. We request the honorable Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah ji, who is on a visit to Punjab, that now when the CBI investigation begins, it should be conducted on a broader scale and completed within a stipulated timeframe to expose the entire nexus behind it, so that the victims can get complete justice, he added.

bhaskarlive 20 Oct 2026 1:41 pm

PSSSB Group D Admit Card 2026 Out Today - Download Hall Ticket at sssb.punjab.gov.in

PSSSB Group D Admit Card 2026 is expected to be released on 20 October by the Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board for 2,098 vacancies under Advertisement No. 04/2026, including Servant, Watchman and other Group D posts. The written examination is scheduled for 25 October 2026.

FreeJobAlert 20 Oct 2026 1:07 pm

Mika Singh backs Daler Mehndi after MLAs alcohol claims in viral video, says, 'I'll quit singing if anyone...'

Daler Mehndi performed at the Maa Kunjapuri Mela and faced criticism from minister Subodh Uniyal. The MLA claimed that the Punjabi singer seemed disoriented and questioned his ability to entertain the audience. Recently, singer Mika Singh came out in support of Daler Mehndi. Read on to know what he said.

The Economic Times 20 Oct 2026 12:50 pm

Punjab cop fatally shoots family and himself after Mansa dispute

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The News Mill 20 Oct 2026 12:42 pm

Punjab Deputy Commissioner's Security Officer Shoots And Kills Own Son; Wife And Second Son Injured

Punjab Senior Superintendent of Police Vaibhav Choudhary said preliminary inquiries indicated a matrimonial dispute between the constable and his wife. Police recovered the service weapon that was reportedly used in the crime, while a forensic team collected evidence from the residence.

NDTV 20 Oct 2026 12:16 pm

Anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota's murder probe to be handed over to CBI: Bhagwant Mann

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday stated his government will hand over the probe into the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The CM also expressed...

India TV 20 Oct 2026 12:00 pm

Punjab Government to Hand Over Investigation of Jota Murder Case to CBI

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announces CBI investigation into the murder of anti-drug activist Parminder Singh Jota. Punjab Government to Hand Over Investigation of Jota Murder Case to CBI

Daily Kiran 20 Oct 2026 11:38 am

Anti-drug activist Jhota's murder: Punjab CM orders CBI probe

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has ordered a CBI probe into the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota, following intense pressure from his family and supporters after his killing on October 13 in Mansa.

Rediff 20 Oct 2026 11:23 am

Punjab Lecturer Result 2026 Out - Download Subject-Wise Marks List PDF

Punjab Lecturer Result 2026 has been released on 19 October by the Education Recruitment Directorate, Punjab, for 1,013 Lecturer Cadre vacancies, including 829 fresh and 184 backlog posts. The written examination was held on 19, 20, 26 and 27 September 2026. Candidates can download subject-wise result PDFs for Biology, Hindi, English, History, Mathematics, Political Science and Punjabi, check their roll numbers, names, categories, examination marks and latest selection updates here.

FreeJobAlert 20 Oct 2026 11:11 am

Delhi-Born engineer quits corporate world after personal loss, becomes author of 14 books

Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 20 (IANS) A friends sudden death at 35 pushed Delhi-born engineer Monica Saigal to quit her corporate career and start writing, a choice that has since produced 14 books, the Northern Virginia author said. I always wanted to write since I was about five years old, Saigal told IANS. But she grew up in what she called a very conservative, you know, Delhi Punjabi household, and our choices were doctor, lawyer, engineer, or marry rich. So I always like to say Im one of the original three idiots. I became the engineer with two masters degrees, she said. Saigal was born in Delhi and was six when her family moved to Bahrain, where it stayed for close to 30 years. The family later returned to India, and she earned her engineering degree from BMS in Bangalore. She came to the US in 1991 for graduate study, first at Lynchburg College in Virginia and then at George Washington University. She remembers arriving in a freezing January, having never seen snow before, and finding small-town Virginia startlingly quiet after the craziness of being in India where all your senses are wide awake all the time. There was no Indian grocery store in Lynchburg. She recalled borrowing cardamom from the wife of the lone Indian professor on campus. She later worked at Ernst & Young and then at Hewitt Associates in Northern Virginia. A close friend in Cleveland, a German American, kept urging her to write. Saigal kept saying she would do it after retiring. Then came a phone call from the friends husband. At 35, the friend had fallen on a sidewalk, hit her head and died. Her question kept ringing in my mind, you know, what makes you think youre going to be old enough to retire? Saigal said. So I quit my full-time job, cutting the family income by half and started to write. And I havent looked back since. The early years were lean. The first year I started writing about food, I made $5,000, she said. Food writing led to cookbooks, including Modern Spice, published by Simon & Schuster. She later pitched a childrens book, Papas Butter Chicken, to Random House without an agent, inspired by cooking with her father. She called it one of her most precious books because I just lost my dad recently. When the book reached him, she said, he looked so awkward, but he looked so proud. One of her hardest books came from her own life. Her former husband fell seriously ill, and she became his caregiver in the intensive care unit. She turned that experience into a journal-style book for ICU caregivers, copies of which she said have been donated to visitors at Inova Fairfax Hospital. Caregiving, I think, is one of the hardest acts of love that you can perform for someone, she said. And its also one of those thats so, so, so exhausting. We dont talk about that. Her new book, The Lotus Blooms Twice, is a short story collection about women in later life. At a certain age in life, the labels start going away, Saigal said. Like, unfortunately, Ive lost my parents. Im no longer married. My children are now independent. So when all the labels go away, who are you? The title draws on the lotus, which she said closes at night and then blooms again with the morning sunlight. She wants that second bloom to come with intention and with ease, rather than with the usual praise for womens endurance. Why cant we be joyful and feminine and filled with ease, with the sisterhood supporting us instead of, wow, life is hard, she said. Saigal, 57, said many of the stories deliberately leave their endings open. I have succeeded in annoying the reader, which was my goal, she said. But Ive also succeeded in opening up discussions. She sees a bright moment for Indian writing in English. Now you go to an Indian bookstore in India and you are spoiled for choices, she said. She said readership in India remains strong: Like in India, theres a very high number of readers. Her advice to aspiring writers is blunt. Sit and write. You cannot edit a blank page and you cannot sell an idea, she said. Asked whether she regrets leaving a six-figure salary, she laughed. There are days. Dont get me wrong, she said. I feel very satisfied and I feel very much at peace, and I think thats priceless. Many of these arts are not a profession. Its a calling, she said. And if you dont answer that calling, its not going to leave you alone.

bhaskarlive 20 Oct 2026 10:42 am

Anti-drug activist Jhota murder case: Punjab govt to hand over probe to CBI

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Oct 20 (IANS) Ahead of the day-long visit of Union Home Minister Amit Shah in the state, the AAP government in Punjab on Tuesday reiterated its support for the family of slain anti-drug activist Parminder Singh Jhota, who has been fighting against drug abuse, and announced that his case will be handed over to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in response to the familys demand. We stand firmly with the father and family of Parminder Singh Jhota, who has been fighting against drugs. Respecting the familys demand, we are handing over the case to the CBI, the Chief Minister wrote on X. Reaffirming its commitment to tackling the drug menace in Punjab, the government said its fight against drug traffickers would continue with full determination. Our fight against drug traffickers is a decisive one. We will not back down from taking any stringent measures necessary to make Punjab drug-free, he added. Home Minister Shah is visiting Punjab amid growing concern over drug trafficking and drug-related violence, with the death of anti-drug activist Jhota in Mansa bringing the issue into sharp focus. During his visit, HM Shah is scheduled to meet the families of three people whose deaths have drawn attention to the states drug problem. His itinerary includes Mansa, Sangrur and Gurdaspur, followed by Dussehra celebrations in Ludhiana, where an effigy symbolising Chitta, a synthetic drug, is scheduled to be burnt alongside Ravana. The visit comes at a time when the drug menace has become a major political issue in Punjab ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. The Union Home Ministry has also sought detailed reports from the Punjab government regarding three cases linked to the controversy. In Mansa, HM Shah is scheduled to meet the family of Jhota, an anti-drug activist who was shot dead on October 13. His killing has triggered protests and demands for justice, intensifying public debate over the safety of people who speak out against drug trafficking. Jhotas father, Bhim Singh, has expressed support for HM Shahs visit and invited the Union Home Minister to his residence. He has also appealed to HM Shah to meet the family at home rather than at the protest site. The familys demand for justice has become a central issue in the ongoing confrontation surrounding the case. Apart from Mansa, HM Shah is scheduled to visit Mari Panwan village in Gurdaspur district to meet the family of Bikramjit Singh, who was killed on October 15. In Sangrur district, HM Shah is expected to meet the family of Gulzar Singh, who died by suicide on September 7 after an alleged confrontation concerning drug sales in his village and remarks directed at Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema. The circumstances and allegations surrounding the case have become part of the wider political debate. State BJP General Secretary Anil Sareen said the three families HM Shah is scheduled to meet have become symbols of the fight against drugs in Punjab. The BJP has pledged that Punjab will be completely drug-free by December 31, 2029, after the party forms the government in the state. Sareen said HM Shahs visit comes at a time when Punjab is struggling with the devastating impact of drugs, while Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is enjoying himself on a foreign tour. The BJP alleged that the Aam Aadmi Party government has left Punjab to fend for itself, whereas the BJP stands firmly with the affected families.

bhaskarlive 20 Oct 2026 10:29 am

NCB Seizes 1.538 Kilograms of Heroin and a Pistol in Fazilka, Punjab

The NCB has arrested three individuals in Fazilka, Punjab, seizing 1.538 kg of heroin and a pistol in a major drug bust. NCB Seizes 1.538 Kilograms of Heroin and a Pistol in Fazilka, Punjab

Daily Kiran 20 Oct 2026 10:28 am

Punjabi University B.A Result 2026 Out - Direct Link to Check 4th Sem Result @ punjabiuniversity.ac.in

Punjabi University Patiala has released the B.A. Honours Multi Disciplinary (FYIP) in Performing & Visual Arts Sem-IV result for the May 2026 exam.

FreeJobAlert 20 Oct 2026 10:20 am

ISL: Mumbai City held to 1-1 draw by Punjab FC

Mumbai City had started their campaign with a 1-2 loss to newly promoted Churchill Brothers FC

Mid Day 20 Oct 2026 9:41 am

Amit Shah to visit Punjab today, meet families of those killed for opposing drug peddlers

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Punjab on Tuesday amid growing political tensions over the drug menace in the state, and will meet the families of individuals who recently lost their lives for speaking out against drug peddlers. Announcing the visit in a post on X, BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu earlier said that Punjab was grappling with a serious drug problem and called for decisive action, strong leadership and firm determination to safeguard the states youth and future. Punjab welcomes Honble Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah Ji on his visit to Punjab on 20th October. At a time when Punjab is battling the grave menace of drugs, we need decisive action, strong leadership and a firm resolve to secure our youth and our future, the former Union Minister said. Bittu also targeted the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab over the drug situation, alleging that it had lost public support before completing its term. He appealed to people across the state to support Shahs efforts to tackle the problem. The AAP Govt in Punjab has lost its mandate much before his completion of term. I appeal to every Punjabi to support Amit Shah Ji and have faith in our collective mission to make Punjab drug-free, once and for all. Let us unite to save Punjabs youth and reclaim Punjabs future! he added. Earlier on Sunday, in a post on his official X account, HM Shah said he would meet the family members of individuals who were killed after raising their voices against drug peddlers allegedly operating under the patronage of the AAP government. The meetings are scheduled to take place in Mansa, Sangrur and Gurdaspur later in the day. The AAP government has spared no effort in pushing Punjab into the abyss of drugs, as a result of which numerous families have had to lose their children, Shah said. I will meet the family members of those individuals who recently lost their lives for raising their voices against the drug peddlers thriving under the patronage of the AAP government, in Mansa, Sangrur, and Gurdaspur on Tuesday (October 20). The grief these families have endured cannot be expressed in words, he said. The Home Minister further asserted that attempts to silence those speaking out against the drug trade would not succeed. He expressed confidence that the people of Punjab would respond strongly to the issue. Shahs visit comes amid an intensifying political debate over drug abuse in Punjab, with the BJP stepping up its criticism of the AAP government and calling for stronger action to combat the menace and protect the states youth. This will be Shahs second visit to Punjab in 20 days. He last visited the state on September 30 to address an anti-drug rally in Jalandhar.

bhaskarlive 20 Oct 2026 7:38 am

Vanishing farmland

Kashmir is slowly losing its ability to feed itself. Cultivable land in Jammu and Kashmir is barely 4.4 percent of the total geography; mountains, forests and rough terrain make up the rest. Yet this small stretch of fertile ground is exactly what we are covering with housing colonies, shopping complexes and roads, or turning into orchards. The numbers tell the story. Paddy acreage fell from 1,62,309 hectares in 2012-13 to 1,32,641 in 2024-25, a loss of nearly 5.93 lakh kanal. Satellite studies show the Valleys farmland shrank by about 28 percent between 1992 and 2015. Kashmir now grows perhaps half of what it eats. The rest comes from Punjab and Haryana. Rice imports rose from 3.74 lakh tonnes in 2022-23 to 4.86 lakh tonnes in 2024-25. A staple we once grew in plenty now depends on trucks, highways and open supply routes. Anyone who remembers a blocked highway in winter knows how fragile that is. Farmers should not be blamed. A grower who earned

Greater Kashmir 20 Oct 2026 6:54 am

Ease of Doing Business Act gets all-round welcome amid calls for environmental safeguards

Srinagar, Oct 19:The Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) will constitute a joint committee comprising representatives of the business community, citizens groups, environmentalists and experts to examine concerns over certain provisions of the newly assented Jammu and Kashmir Ease of Doing Business Act, 2026, even as business leaders at a stakeholder deliberation on Monday strongly backed the legislation, describing it as a long-awaited intervention to address bureaucratic delays and facilitate investment. The decision was taken at a marathon consultative meeting, presided over by KCCI President Javid Ahmad Tenga, which brought together business leaders, environmentalists, civil society representatives and professionals to discuss the legislation's implications for investment, building permissions, land use and environmental protection. While industry representatives broadly welcomed the Act as a long-awaited measure to address bureaucratic delays, experts raised concerns over its interaction with existing planning laws, building regulations, seismic zoning and environmental safeguards. Participants agreed that procedural simplification should not compromise planned urban development, public safety or the Valley's fragile ecology. Welcoming the participants, Tenga said the business community had consistently sought an end to unnecessary bureaucratic delays and red tape. The Ease of Doing Business Act is a welcome step in this direction, as it seeks to address many of the difficulties entrepreneurs have been facing while obtaining permissions and carrying out their business activities. The majority of the provisions of the Act have been welcomed by the business community, he said. However, he said certain provisions required detailed examination through constructive dialogue. Our objective is not to oppose the legislation or dilute its purpose of facilitating business and investment. We want the Act to achieve its intended objectives while ensuring that the concerns raised by experts and citizens are properly considered. Economic development, environmental protection and planned urban growth must go hand in hand, Tenga said. However, certain provisions have raised concerns among some stakeholders, and we believe these issues need to be examined through constructive dialogue rather than allowing differences to persist. It is in this context that KCCI has decided to constitute a joint committee comprising representatives of the business community, the Group of Concerned Citizens (GCC), the Environmental Policy Group (EPG) and experts from relevant fields. The committee will deliberate on the specific provisions that have been questioned and provide an opportunity for all stakeholders to present their views and examine the implications. The Act was introduced in the Legislative Assembly by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on September 28 and passed the following day. Its provisions include time-bound approvals, elimination of redundant No Objection Certificates (NOCs), self-certification and deemed approvals, subject to applicable statutory conditions. Former FCIK President Syed Shakeel Qalander presented a point-by-point response to the apprehensions raised by the GCC and EPG, referring to the provisions and safeguards contained in the Act. He traced the industrial communitys decades-long efforts, particularly through FCIK, to replace discretionary bureaucratic controls with transparent, time-bound and accountable administrative procedures. He said repeated permissions, overlapping regulatory requirements and prolonged delays had often left otherwise viable projects financially distressed even before commercial production began. Qalander maintained that procedural simplification should not be confused with exemption from substantive legal obligations, asserting that the industrial community had neither sought nor would support any relaxation compromising environmental protection, public safety or planned development. He urged stakeholders to assess apprehensions about possible misuse against the actual provisions of the Act rather than allow them to undermine the objective of administrative reform. On building permissions and development controls, he proposed a joint committee to examine the proposed amendments to the Unified Building By-laws, 2021, and issues concerning construction in residential and other sensitive localities. Genuine deficiencies, wherever established, should be collectively taken up with the government for appropriate correction, he said. Aijaz Rasool presented the concerns raised by the EPG, emphasising the need to ensure that administrative simplification did not weaken regulatory oversight in environmentally sensitive areas and established residential neighbourhoods. Former judge Khaliq-uz-Zaman presented the GCC's perspective, clarifying that the group was not opposed to facilitating industry but wanted safeguards against possible misuse of certain provisions. A GCC member and former chief town planner raised concerns over Section 22, saying its implementation could permit departures from established planning parameters, including Floor Area Ratio (FAR), building heights, ground coverage and other development controls. Hakim Iftikhar said Section 30(2) needed to be read alongside Section 22 to understand the legislation's overriding effect. While welcoming the protection afforded to specified environmental laws under Section 30(4), he called for comparable clarity regarding Master Plans, urban and regional planning laws, development-control regulations and building-safety provisions. He also flagged the Schedule III provision concerning residential buildings up to 24 metres in height without prior permission, saying the exemption's scope needed to be clarified. Manzoor Ahmad Tak and Touseef Ahmad Bhat stressed the importance of protecting the Valley's fragile ecology. Touseef said industrial facilitation should translate into tangible public benefits, including employment and responsible business practices. GCC member Iftikhar Drabu advocated an amicable resolution of ecological concerns, while writer and international development professional Arjimand Hussain Talib cautioned against drawing sweeping conclusions without examining the Act in its legal and administrative context. He suggested that industry and citizens jointly identify genuine deficiencies and distinguish them from differences of interpretation. Industrial consultant Sayyed Parvaiz Qaisar, drawing on his experience of providing consultancy services to more than 9,000 projects, said procedural complexities, repeated clearances and prolonged delays had forced many aspiring entrepreneurs to abandon projects midway. He cautioned against speculation before the government notified the Act's rules and operational guidelines. Kashmir Small Scale Industrial Association President Syed Fazal Illahi cited the requirement introduced by the Industries and Commerce Department in 2017 for departmental permission to induct partners into a business, despite the arrangement being governed by partnership law. He said the requirement had resulted in delays lasting months and sometimes years. FCIK President Shahid Kamili said industrial organisations had never sought permission to violate Master Plans, environmental regulations or other legitimate safeguards. Entrepreneurs, he said, wanted timely decisions and predictable procedures rather than discretionary concessions. He also highlighted operational difficulties faced by enterprises after establishment, arguing that reforms must address hurdles affecting businesses throughout their functioning. Industrial Estate Lassipora representative Sheikh Nisar Ahmad and the president of the Industrial Estate Association, Anchidora, Anantnag, also highlighted delays in routine approvals that consumed time and resources and disrupted business operations. Syed Afaq Qadiri, president of the Integrated Handicraft and Textile Park, Zakoora, linked the need for administrative facilitation to unemployment and the migration of skilled youth. Representatives of the educational sector, including G.N. War and Nazrul Islam Baba, said reforms envisaged under the Act addressed longstanding demands to reduce multiple regulatory requirements faced by educational institutions. KCCI Secretary General Faiz Ahmad Bakshi supported the legislation's objective but stressed that environmental safeguards must remain paramount. He said Jammu and Kashmir could not afford to lose agricultural land. J&K Hoteliers Club President Mushtaq Ahmad Chaya described the legislation as a positive step and cautioned against opposing it merely for the sake of opposition, saying specific concerns should instead be taken up with the government. Gowhar Maqbool acknowledged that several of his earlier apprehensions had been addressed through explanations offered by industrial representatives, underlining the value of direct engagement between stakeholders. Former KCCI president G.M. Dug highlighted regulatory difficulties confronting the tourism sector and called for examining how the Act could help tourism enterprises become more competitive and self-sustaining. The meeting was attended by KCCI Senior Vice President Umar Nazir Tibetbaqal, Junior Vice President Farooq Amin, Joint Secretary General Akib Chaya, executive committee members Ashiq Hussain Shangloo, Fayaz Punjabi, and G M Dug, KHAROA President Gowher Maqbool, Afaq Qadri, Nasrul Baba, Tauseef Ahmad Bhat and other trade and industry representatives. The proposed committee will examine the contentious provisions of the Act, amendments to the Unified Building By-laws, 2021, and associated land-use concerns, with the aim of identifying areas requiring clarification or additional safeguards. Participants said the forthcoming rules and guidelines would be crucial in determining how the legislation operates on the ground.

Greater Kashmir 20 Oct 2026 6:36 am

A Decisive Debate on Pro-Khalistan Politics in Western Countries is Essential

Amid the ongoing controversy over pro-Khalistan activities in Canada, IndiaCanada relations, and the safety The post A Decisive Debate on Pro-Khalistan Politics in Western Countries is Essential appeared first on Khalsa Vox .

Khalsa Vox 20 Oct 2026 6:00 am

Outrage in Mansa Over Parvinder Singh Jhota Murder; Justice Committee Demands Resignations

Tensions rise in Mansa as the Justice Committee demands resignations from Punjabs Chief Minister and DGP following the murder of Parvinder Singh Jhota. Outrage in Mansa Over Parvinder Singh Jhota Murder; Justice Committee Demands Resignations

Daily Kiran 20 Oct 2026 2:33 am

Amit Shah's Punjab visit puts drug crisis in focus ahead of polls

Shah will travel to Mansa, Sangrur and Gurdaspur to meet the families of Parvinder Singh Jhota, Gulzar Singh and Bikramjit Singh. The visit comes days after the Ministry of Home Affairs sought detailed reports from the Punjab government on the three cases.

The Economic Times 20 Oct 2026 12:34 am

Missing Kokernag labourer found dead in Ludhiana, family demands investigation

Srinagar, Oct 19: Grief and anger gripped Darpora village of Hallpora in Kokernag area on Monday after the body of a 28-year-old labourer, Aijaz Ahmad Dar, son of Abdul Majeed Dar, who had been missing for weeks, was brought home from Punjab. According to the details, soon after the body arrived family members of Dar [] The post Missing Kokernag labourer found dead in Ludhiana, family demands investigation appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 20 Oct 2026 12:16 am

Punjab & Sind Bank Q2 net profit surges 40% to 412 cr on improved income

Punjab & Sind Bank on Saturday reported a 40 per cent jump in net profit to Rs 412 crore for the second quarter ended September 30, helped by improved core income and reduction in bad assets. The public sector lender posted a net profit of Rs 295 crore in the same period of the previous fiscal. The bank's total income increased to Rs 3,747 crore in the second quarter from Rs 3,373 crore a year ago, Punjab & Sind Bank said in a regulatory filing. Interest income rose to Rs 3,394 crore in the September quarter of FY27 from Rs 2,999 crore in the year-ago period. During the quarter, net interest income rose 22 per cent to Rs 1,162 crore against Rs 950 crore in the second quarter of the last financial year. Net Interest Income of the bank improved to 2.65 per cent from 2.56 per cent at the end of September 2025. Cost-to-income ratio reduced to 29.19 per cent compared to 61.87 per cent in the year-ago period. The bank's operating profit also increased to Rs 617 crore from Rs 505 ...

Business Standard 19 Oct 2026 11:21 pm

In Punjab Shocker, Man Assaults Ex-Wife's Mother, Runs Over 2 Who Protested

The incident took place Guru Nanak Nagar (Pamma Market) in the Daba area of Ludhiana and drew significant attention from locals, who attempted to stop Dalvir.

NDTV 19 Oct 2026 11:01 pm

Sanjog | Title Track

Watch the Title Track from punjabi movie 'Sanjog' starring Happy Raikoti, Jassie Gill and Neha Sharma . 'Sanjog' Title Track is sung by Happy Raikoti and Harpi Gill and music is given by Happy Raikoti. Lyrics of 'Sanjog' Title Track are written by Happy Raikoti. To know more about Title Track from Happy Raikoti, Jassie Gill and Neha Sharma starrer 'Sanjog' watch the video.

The Times of India 19 Oct 2026 10:46 pm