2 Kurash athletes win medals at Sub-Junior Nationals
Shillong, Sep 9: Two young Kurash athletes bagged bronze medals at the 10th Sub-Junior National Kurash Championships 2026 held in Ludhiana, Punjab. The medal winners are 11-year-old Sonali Koch (24kg category), who is a student of Valley View Secondary School in Pynthorbah, and 13-year-old Josaiah Thanga (55kg category), a student of St Georges Higher Secondary [] The post 2 Kurash athletes win medals at Sub-Junior Nationals first appeared on Highland Post .
Mayawati signals Akash Anand's possible return if father-in-law quits politics
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 9 (IANS) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati has indicated that the party may reconsider restoring responsibilities to Akash Anand if his father-in-law and former BSP Rajya Sabha MP Ashok Siddharth gives up his political ambitions and completely retires from politics. She said Siddharth should rise above personal and family interests to enable Anand to work independently within the party. In a series of posts on X on Wednesday, Mayawati said the Assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Punjab are approaching and hold special significance for the BSP and the broader Bahujan movement inspired by Dr B.R. Ambedkar's vision of transforming the Bahujan society from the oppressed to the ruling class. She said party workers, office-bearers, supporters and well-wishers are working with complete dedication and sacrifice to secure a strong electoral outcome in these states. She noted that the Bahujan community, the BSP, and the Ambedkarite movement are facing serious challenges from rival political parties and caste-based forces, particularly over issues such as reservation. She appealed for support from all sections of society and urged members of the Dalit community not to pursue personal or family interests that could hinder the movement's objectives. She warned that history would not forgive actions that obstruct the cause. Mayawati said the BSP leadership has been carefully evaluating the conduct and behaviour of individuals while deciding on their inclusion in the party. At the same time, disciplinary action has been taken against those who create obstacles in the party's path, citing Ashok Siddharth as a prominent example. According to Mayawati, Siddharth was given several opportunities to reform but continued to place his personal and family interests and political ambitions above the BSP's mission. She said the consequences of his actions were borne not only by him but also by his son-in-law, Akash Anand. She further alleged that Siddharth had not shown adequate concern for either Akash Anand's political future or the BSP movement. Given his position, she said, Siddharth should have set an example of sacrifice and commitment before the party and society, but the opposite had occurred. Mayawati said that, keeping in mind the interests of the party and the movement, as well as the future of his own family and Akash Anand, Siddharth still has an opportunity to renounce his political ambitions and retire completely from politics. She added that only then would Akash Anand be able to work freely within the party, and the BSP could sympathetically consider restoring his responsibilities. She said there is broad consensus within the party in favour of such a course of action.
Rahul Gandhi Attacks AAP Over Punjab Suicide; Kejriwal Hits Back
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has launched a fresh attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab over the death by suicide of a 50-year-old man, after complaining the state was not doing enough to fight the drug menace. A dangerous pattern is emerging in Punjab's AAP government - if you question government failures, the response will come in the form of threats and torture, Gandhi said, referring to the case of Gulzar Singh, who lived in Sangrur district.
Pakistan: 100-year-old Hindu temple's demolition sparks concerns among minority communities
Digital Desk | Islamabad, Sep 9 (IANS) The collapse of a more than 100-year-old Hindu temple in Narowal in Pakistan's Punjab province has sparked concerns among minority communities in the country, who have highlighted earlier incidents where heritage sites suffered damage under conflicting accounts, a report has detailed. A minority rights group, the Pakistan Masiha Millat Party, said that the temple was intentionally demolished to make more space for a nearby madrasa. Pakistans Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB), which is responsible for managing Sikh and Hindu properties left behind by those who migrated to India after the partition, claimed that the temple collapsed during torrential rains. The Punjab government has backed ETPB's statement about the temple collapse, according to a report in Bitter Winter. PMMP chairman Aslam Parvez Sahotra said that he and several local residents have submitted a written application to the Punjab Additional Home Secretary, demanding action against those behind the demolition and officials who were not able to protect the site. He said that the order issued by the ETPB Deputy Director in Sialkot in January, cancelling the lease of the madrasa, ordering illegal occupants to vacate the property and sealing the property, was never implemented. The PMMP alleged that the temple was dismantled piece by piece and materials like bricks and metal fittings were removed from the site and said that the collapse statement given by ETPB and the government does not explain the reason behind the absence of these materials. They called for reconstructing the temple in its original form and urged the Punjab government to protect Hindu temples, Sikh gurdwaras, and Christian churches, the report in Bitter Winter mentioned. The conflicting accounts have revived concerns among minority communities, who point to earlier incidents where heritage sites suffered damage under disputed circumstances. In June, portions of the 125yearold Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha Sahib in Farooqabad were reduced to rubble after a local businessman allegedly carried out demolition work without legal clearance or a court order, the report detailed. Sikh residents protested in the streets, and only then did authorities acknowledge the incident. A report described the night of June 24 as the moment machinery tore into a building that generations had treated as sacred. Officials later admitted that the department failed to take notice until the Sikh community raised its voice and promised reconstruction, it added.
'He Is Our Family': Prabhsimran Dedicates Jalandhar Warriors Win To Anmol Malhotras Family
Punjab T20 League Powered: Jalandhar Warriors captain Prabhsimran Singh dedicated his teams seven-run victory over Ludhiana Lions to the family of teammate Anmol Malhotra, whose mother passed away three days ago. Jalandhar Warriors defeated Ludhiana Lions in the Mankind Pharma Sher-E-Punjab T20 League Powered by Punjab Kings at the I.S. Bindra Stadium here, producing a strong all-round effort to secure the closely fought win. The Warriors had visited Anmols residence ahead of the match and spent time with him and his family during a difficult period. Despite the personal loss, Anmol remained connected with the team, and Prabhsimran said the players wanted to stand by their teammate and dedicate the victory to him and his family. We had a meeting yesterday. We went to Anmols house and spent time with him. We are very thankful to Anmol for contributing to our team in such a tough time, Prabhsimran said after the match. The Jalandhar captain acknowledged the emotional difficulty Anmol was facing and said the entire team had assured him that he would not have to go through the difficult period alone. We are with him in this tough time. Obviously, its sad. He is our family, and we are there for him whenever he needs us, he added. The Warriors victory came after they were tested at different stages of the contest. Their batting unit struggled to build sustained momentum, but the bowling and fielding departments stepped up when it mattered to secure the seven-run win. For Prabhsimran, however, the significance of the result extended beyond the cricketing contest. The Warriors victory came after they were tested at different stages of the contest. Their batting unit struggled to build sustained momentum, but the bowling and fielding departments stepped up when it mattered to secure the seven-run win. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The Warriors players also sought to ensure that Anmol continued to feel part of the team despite the circumstances, with the victory serving as a tribute to his mother and an expression of support for their teammate. Article Source: IANS
Punjabi singer and actor Ammy Virk has been making headlines after reports emerged that shots were fired at a car believed to be part of his convoy. The incident has left fans of the Nikka Jaildar actor concerned. However, his father, Kuljit Singh, has now reacted to the firing incident and clarified what happened. Read on to know what he said.
UK-based author Simarjit Kaurs novel Harvir Singh Forever Five was released in Chandigarh on Harvir Singhs first death anniversary. Speakers reflected on the mothers grief and called for stronger measures to prevent crimes against children. The post Novel on Crimes Against Children Released on First Death Anniversary of Innocent Hoshiarpur Boy Harvir Singh appeared first on Sikh Siyasat News .
CM Golay Inaugurates Rs 8 Crore Sikkim Guest House in Guwahati
Guwahati, Sep 9 : Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang (Golay) inaugurated the upgraded Sikkim Guest House at Punjabari in Guwahati, Assam, dedicating the facility to [] The post CM Golay Inaugurates Rs 8 Crore Sikkim Guest House in Guwahati appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
Experience The New Punjabi Music Video 'Hathkadiyan' by Amanraj Gill
Get ready to be swept away by the latest punjabi track 'Hathkadiyan' beautifully sung by Amanraj Gill. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music given by Amanraj Gill and beautiful lyrics are also penned by Amanraj Gill. Don't miss the chance to witness Amanraj Gill's performance in the captivating punjabi video track 'Hathkadiyan'. 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 Amanraj Gill. Indulge in the latest punjabi video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by Amanraj Gill, immerse in the punjabi music video tracks.
Actor Kanikka Kapur, who played Karan Deol's love interest Nishaat in Batwara 1947, opened up about her experience of working on the Partition drama in an exclusive interview with India TV. From preparing for the Punjabi dialect to sharing screen space with Karan Deol, the actor spoke about the challenges that came with her role and why the film remains special to her. She also spoke about the film's mediocre box office performance.
Eiffel Tower Row Raises Wider Questions Over BAPS, Women
Reports that female Eiffel Tower staff were sidelined during a BAPS delegations visit have sparked scrutiny over womens equality. The Sikh Federation (UK) has called for answers, while BAPS says it was unaware of the reported exclusion. The post Eiffel Tower Row Raises Wider Questions Over BAPS, Womens Equality and Indian Government Links appeared first on Sikh Siyasat News .
Sher-E-Punjab T20 Cup: Amritsar Soormas Seek Third Straight Victory Against Jalandhar Warriors
Punjab T20 Cup: Amritsar Soormas will look to extend their winning streak to three matches when they clash with Jalandhar Warriors in a Sher-E-Punjab T20 Cup clash at the I.S. Bindra Stadium here on Thursday. A victory for the Abhishek Sharma-led side will help them strengthen their push for a spot in the semi-finals. Amritsar enter the contest buoyed by consecutive victories, which has taken their tally to six points from as many matches. Their latest triumph was a commanding 67-run victory over Mohali Kings, powered by an explosive batting display that yielded a tournament-high total of 279/7. Middle-order batter Naman Dhir, who recently got his India A call-up for the 50-over series against Australia A, delivered the standout performance of the season in that victory by smashing 173 runs off 64 balls, an innings studded with 16 boundaries and 12 sixes. Dhirs explosive knock, also the highest individual score of the current campaign, has provided Amritsar with substantial momentum ahead of the upcoming clash. Dhir will feature as a central figure in Amritsar's batting lineup alongside skipper Abhishek, Abhay Choudhary, and Rahul Kumar. Middle-order batter Jashanpreet Singh Sidhu is also expected to play a key role following his useful contribution of 41 runs off 25 deliveries in the previous match. Reflecting on the team's current form and operational mindset, Jashanpreet spoke about the importance of maintaining focus despite their recent success. We are getting the momentum from the last couple of games and everything is going well. We just have to play ball by ball and trust our game, Jashanpreet said ahead of Thursday's match. Middle-order batter Jashanpreet Singh Sidhu is also expected to play a key role following his useful contribution of 41 runs off 25 deliveries in the previous match. Reflecting on the team's current form and operational mindset, Jashanpreet spoke about the importance of maintaining focus despite their recent success. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories While Amritsar's top-order firepower has dominated recent headlines, they will hope for their potent run-scoring capability to click alongside a disciplined bowling, which in turn can contain Jalandhar's dangerous batting lineup. Article Source: IANS
Ammy Virk's car targeted in Canada shooting after concert; no injuries reported
A vehicle linked to Punjabi singer and actor Ammy Virk's concert convoy was reportedly targeted in a shooting in Abbotsford, Canada, after his concert. No injuries were reported, while police are investigating the incident as a possible targeted attack and examining a nearby vehicle fire for a potential connection.
Gunshots fired at Punjabi singer Ammy Virk
Mumbai: Punjabi singer and actor Ammy Virk was reportedly caught up in a shooting incident in Canada shortly after performing at a concert in Abbotsford, British Columbia, on September 5. However, his father, Kuljit Singh, has denied that the singer or his vehicle was targeted. According to reports, a vehicle travelling on McCallum Road came Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Ammy Virk convoy attacked after Canada concert 7 shots fired Report
Punjabi singer-actor Ammy Virks convoy was reportedly targeted in a shooting in Abbotsford, Canada, after his concert. Around seven shots were fired at a vehicle linked to his convoy. No injuries were reported, while police continue investigating the incident
'Thoroughly enjoyed journey': Australian envoy Philip Green takes train ride to Chandigarh
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 9 (IANS) Australia's High Commissioner to India, Philip Green, travelled to Chandigarh by Shatabdi Express on Wednesday and said he horoughly enjoyed the journey. Green termed the train journey a great opportunity to interact with people and recalled Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's earlier remarks that anyone who wants to understand India should get on a train. He shared glimpses of his train journey to Chandigarh on X. While sharing a video from the railway station on X, Green said, Our Prime Minister says, if you want to get to know India, get on a train. So, I do as often as I can and today, I'm off on this Shatabdi Express to Chandigarh. It will get me to Chandigarh, which is the capital both of Punjab and of Haryana, where I got a day of meetings. It's a great opportunity to meet people, have a conversation. Invariably, we talk about cricket. Sometimes, a charming Indian family offers me some food. That's the way it is here in India. That's the way it is on the train. So, get on the train, enjoy India, he added. Green said that he looked forward to exploring opportunities in Punjab and Haryana to further deepen ties between India and Australia. While sharing the video on X, Green wrote, My Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, often says the best way to get to know India is by travelling on its trains. So it was fitting to arrive in Chandigarh by train - a journey I thoroughly enjoyed. Looking forward to exploring opportunities in Punjab and Haryana to further deepen Australia-India ties. In May, PM Albanese recalled his first visit to India in 1991, describing it as a wonderful experience and suggesting to travel by bus or train if you want to understand India. In his address at the Australian Parliament, Albanese said, India, of course, has the largest population in the world, but it will also grow to be the third largest economy in the world over this decade. That is an extraordinary opportunity for us in our region. We are a Pacific nation, but we are also an Indian Ocean nation as well. Our trading relationship has been enhanced by the Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement, and we are further drawn together through culture, education, and, of course, the international language of cricket. One of my great honours has been my two visits so far to India as Prime Minister. When I first visited India as a backpacker way back in 1991, a long time ago, I travelled a bit differently in those days. I do want to say, if you want to understand India, get on a video bus or train. It is a wonderful experience to see firsthand the warmth that is there, he added.
Punjab government employees end strike after reaching agreement with state on DA
Punjab government employees on Wednesday withdrew protest after state agreed to hike dearness allowance. An agreement reached with government in case of DA of government employees in Punjab. The decision to withdraw the protest was...
Raghav Chadha's name added to Delhi electoral roll, AAP questions how it happened
BJP Rajya Sabha MP from Punjab Raghav Chadha's name has been added to Delhi's electoral rolls, which are currently being revised under the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR), poll officials said. According to the news agency PTI, officials said Chadha's name was added to the Delhi voters' list through the electoral roll updation process. His name has subsequently been removed from the Punjab electoral rolls, from where he was elected to the Rajya Sabha as an AAP nominee.
Rahul Gandhi urges CM Mann to sack Harpal Cheema, ensure impartial probe into Punjab villagers death
Rahul Gandhi alleged that a dangerous pattern is emerging under the AAP government, that if one questions failures, the response is in the form of threats and torture
Rahul Gandhi urges CM Mann to sack Harpal Cheema, ensure impartial probe into Punjab villagers death
Rahul Gandhi alleged that a dangerous pattern is emerging under the AAP government, that if one questions failures, the response is in the form of threats and torture
Mann must ask Cheema to resign, order impartial probe: Rahul on Punjab villager
New Delhi, Sep 9 (PTI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday lashed out at the AAP government in Punjab over the alleged suicide of a villager who questioned Finance Minister Harpal Cheema about the unabated supply of drugs, demanding that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann should immediately demand the ministers resignation and ensure an impartial investigation. The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha further alleged that a dangerous pattern is emerging under the AAP government that if one questions failures, the response is in the form of threats and torture. Gulzar Singh, a 47-year-old Dalit from Dirba in Sangrur district,
For centuries, Waris Shahs Heer has lived beyond the printed page, carried through the fields, courtyards and collective memory of Punjab. The 18th-century Punjabi epic centers on Heer, a woman whose determination to challenge social conventions and assert her own choices has given the story enduring relevance.
'Dangerous Pattern In Punjab': Rahul Gandhi Slams AAP Over Man's Death By Suicide
A dangerous pattern is emerging in Punjab's AAP government - if you question government failures, the response will come in the form of threats and torture, Rahul Gandhi said, referring to the case of Gulzar Singh
Raj Kundra announces a new journey to bring Punjab-rooted stories to the world
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 9 (IANS) Businessman Raj Kundra marked his birthday with a special announcement as he unveiled his production house, embarking on a new journey in the world of storytelling. Taking to Instagram, the actor introduced his production house and shared that the venture is something he had wanted to begin for a long time. Raj said the platform would be dedicated to stories of courage, identity and sacrifice, with a special focus on Punjab, its people, history, and spirit. He added that the venture would be a home for stories of those who came before us, with narratives rooted in Punjab but intended to reach audiences across the world. Sharing a video, the Great Punjab Robbery actor wrote, With Waheguru Jis blessings, today I introduce AKAAL FILMS, my production house, and a journey Ive wanted to begin for a long time. A home for stories of courage. Stories of identity. Stories of sacrifice. Stories of those who came before us. Stories rooted in Punjab, its people, its history and its spirit, but told for the world. This is more than a production house for me. AKAAL FILMSThe journey begins. Waheguru Mehar Kare. Raj Kundra turned a year older on September 9. His wife and actress Shilpa Shetty penned a heartfelt birthday note for him. Calling him her darling Cookie, Shilpa wished Raj a life filled with happiness, love, laughter and abundance. She wrote, My darling Cookie, We celebrate you every day, but today is extra special because its your birthday! May you always be blessed, protected, happy, and surrounded by abundance, love, and laughter. Heres to another year of you being my favourite person to annoy, laugh with, and do life alongside. Happy Birthday, my Cookie. Life is simply sweeter with you, she added. The birthday celebrations also coincided with Raj announcing his new production house, Akaal Films, marking the beginning of a new chapter in his creative journey.
Raghav Chadha's name added to Delhi electoral roll, AAP questions procedure
Raghav Chadha is back on Delhi's electoral roll after his name was removed from Punjab's draft list, with AAP raising questions over the process
'Crushing those who question': Rahul demands Punjab FM's resignation over Gulzar's death
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Wednesday demanded justice for the family of Gulzar Singh, a 50-year-old man from Punjab who allegedly died by suicide after consuming pesticide, and called for an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. LoP Rahul Gandhi also urged Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to seek the resignation of Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema and ensure that a fair and impartial investigation is conducted, with Cheemas name included in the FIR. The demand comes amid a growing political controversy over Gulzar Singhs death and allegations that the Punjab government has failed to effectively tackle the states drug menace. Opposition leaders have called for a probe into the incident and sought accountability from those allegedly responsible. Gulzar Singh, a resident of Sangrur district, reportedly consumed pesticide after allegedly facing intense pressure and humiliation following his criticism of the governments handling of the drug problem. Despite being in severe pain, he managed to speak to people before his death. LoP Rahul Gandhi took to social media 'X' and said, A dangerous pattern is emerging in Punjab's AAP governmentif you question government failures, the response will come in the form of threats and torture. Gulzar Singh ji, from the Dalit community, who had to watch his son fall victim to drugs, asked the Finance Minister just this much: Why has the government failed so miserably in stopping the drug trade. For just this, he was tortured and humiliated so much, pressured so intensely to apologise, that he consumed poison. Wandering from one hospital to another, without access to treatment, he ultimately lost the battle for his life. Last week, I also spoke with a young Mohanjeet Singh, who was tortured for protesting against Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, he said. LoP Rahul Gandhi further said that the government's job is to answer to the people, not crush those who ask questions. The government's job is to answer to the people, not to crush those who ask questions. May Gulzar Singh ji's family get justice as soon as possible. The Chief Minister should immediately demand the Finance Minister's resignation and ensure an independent and impartial investigation, with his name registered in the FIR, he added. Meanwhile, in a video statement made before his death, Gulzar Singh allegedly accused the village sarpanch of being responsible for his condition and claimed that he had faced pressure from police after questioning a leader of the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). The sarpanch is also responsible for my death. I had questioned Cheema about drugs. My son takes drugs. My house was sold. I don't have anything and finally now I have consumed poison. The problem of drugs has not been solved anywhere in Punjab, Singh said.
Shilpa Shetty to darling cookie Raj Kundra on bday: Life is simply sweeter with you
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 9 (IANS) Actress Shilpa Shetty celebrated her husband Raj Kundras birthday with a heartfelt note, calling him her darling Cookie and wishing him a life filled with happiness, love, laughter and abundance. Shilpa took to Instagram, where she shared a video montage featuring pictures of her with Raj along with their children Viaan and Samisha. My darling Cookie, We celebrate you every day, but today is extra special because its your birthday! May you always be blessed, protected, happy, and surrounded by abundance, love, and laughter, Shilpa wrote in the caption. She added: Heres to another year of you being my favourite person to annoy, laugh with, and do life alongside. Happy Birthday, my Cookie. Life is simply sweeter with you. Shilpa is married to actor-businessman Raj Kundra. They welcomed their son in 2012 and daughter in 2020 via surrogacy. Talking about Shilpa, she was last seen in Sukhee, directed by Sonal Joshi in her directorial debut. It stars Shilpa in the lead role with Amit Sadh, Dilnaz Irani, Kusha Kapila and Pavleen Gujral. The film is about a 38-year-old Punjabi housewife, Sukhpreet Sukhee Kalra, who, sick of her routine existence, travels to Delhi to attend her high school reunion. Sukhee relives her teenage years while experiencing a variety of things over just seven days, emerging reignited and reborn, making the hardest shift of her lifefrom being a wife and mother to being a woman once more. Shilpa also appeared in KD: The Devil, directed by Prem. The film stars Dhruva Sarja in the titular role, alongside Sanjay Dutt, Shilpa Shetty, V. Ravichandran, Ramesh Aravind, Reeshma Nanaiah, Jisshu Sengupta and Nora Fatehi. Meanwhile, Raj was last seen on screen in the Punjabi film Mehar with Geeta Basra. The film follows a father's silent struggle for dignity as Karamjit navigates life's challenges in his Punjab village to reunite his family.
Jalandhar Warriors win Sher-E-Punjab T20 by seven runs over Ludhiana Lions
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The Punjab government on Tuesday took a big action and decided to implements 'no work, no pay' as employees extended their pen-down till September 11. Punjab Sanjha Mulazam Manch leader Sukhchain Singh Khera said the...
New Delhi: BJP Rajya Sabha MP from Punjab Raghav Chadhas name has been added to the voters list of Delhi currently being revised under the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the national capitals electoral rolls, poll officials said on Tuesday, September 8. AAP leaders, in a press conference, raised the issue and alleged that Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Why not dialogue with J&K people when Centre talked to Nagaland, Punjab: Iltija Mufti
Kupwara, Sep 8:Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) youth leader Iltija Mufti questioned Centres approach towards the people of Jammu and Kashmir, saying when New Delhi has talked to the people of Nagaland and Punjab in the past then why not with the people of Jammu and Kashmir. If the central government has talked with the people of Nagaland and Punjab, then why this double standard with regard to the people of Jammu and Kashmir? she asked. Speaking to reporters after a youth interaction programme at Town Hall Kupwara on Monday, Mufti said the Government of India should adopt the same approach towards Jammu and Kashmir as it had done in Nagaland and Punjab. She said the first step towards creating a conducive atmosphere should be the release of all political prisoners from Jammu and Kashmir on compassionate grounds. Lakhs of people are languishing in jails, not only in the jails of Jammu and Kashmir but also in jails outside. Most of these inmates are from marginalised families who cannot even afford litigation, she said. Iltija alleged that PDP was not being allowed to raise its voice against the abrogation of Article 370 and Article 35A. Whenever PDP raises its voice against the abrogation of Article 370 and 35A, we are not being allowed to do so, she said. While slamming Omar Abdullah-led government Iltija said that the present dispensation has miserably failed to live up to the expectations of youth. The government jobs are now being outsourced, causing disappointment among job aspirants, she said. She said that NC government has failed to fulfil promises mentioned in their manifesto, including 200 free units of electricity, 12 free gas cylinders and one lakh jobs.
How Extortion Found a Workforce in Canada
Canadas own enforcement and financial-intelligence agencies now describe a recruitment and extortion problem that The post How Extortion Found a Workforce in Canada appeared first on Khalsa Vox .
From Daly College to the Sword: Lt Gurkeerat Singh Hora
On 5 September 2026, at the Parameshwaran Drill Square of the Officers Training Academy The post From Daly College to the Sword: Lt Gurkeerat Singh Horas all-round win at OTA Chennai appeared first on Khalsa Vox .
Punjab Police Hosts 10th NRPC Coordination Meeting Focused on Cyber Crime and Internal Security
Punjab Police convenes the 10th NRPC meeting to enhance strategies against cyber crime and improve internal security. Punjab Police Hosts 10th NRPC Coordination Meeting Focused on Cyber Crime and Internal Security
Punjab Congress chief Raja Warring alleges intimidation in Gulzar Singh suicide case
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Teachers Need the Courage of the Overman, Not the Comfort of the Last Man
Every Teachers' Day, we celebrate the indispensable role of teachers in shaping society. We honour them as mentors, guides and nation-builders. However, celebration should also invite reflection. What kind of teacher does contemporary society encourage? More importantly, what kind of teacher does democracy require? The German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche offers an unexpected but illuminating framework through his distinction between the bermensch (Overman) and the Last Man . While these ideas emerged in a different historical context, they provide a powerful metaphor for understanding the changing nature of teaching today. The Last Man, in Nietzsche's philosophy, is not an immoral person. Rather, the Last Man chooses comfort over courage, conformity over creativity, and approval over excellence. Content with security and social acceptance, such a person avoids risk, conflict and difficult questions. The Overman, by contrast, is defined by continual self-overcoming. The Overman questions inherited assumptions, creates new possibilities and refuses to allow comfort to replace intellectual growth. The distinction is not between good and bad teachers. It is between two educational cultures. Across the world, higher education and schooling are increasingly shaped by market-oriented reforms, performance indicators, student satisfaction metrics, accreditation frameworks and institutional branding. These developments have undoubtedly expanded access and accountability. Teachers are increasingly expected to satisfy stakeholders, minimise complaints, produce measurable outcomes and maintain favourable evaluations. Success is often quantified through feedback scores, pass percentages, employability statistics and institutional rankings. While these indicators have administrative value, they cannot fully capture the transformative purpose of education. Education is not just the transmission of information. Its deeper purpose is the cultivation of independent judgment. This requires teachers who are willing to ask unsettling questions, challenge intellectual complacency and expose students to ideas that may initially be uncomfortable. Genuine learning rarely occurs without some degree of cognitive discomfort. It demands that students reconsider assumptions, confront contradictions and engage with perspectives different from their own. However, an educational culture centred primarily on satisfaction can unintentionally discourage precisely these practices. A teacher who fears poor evaluations may avoid difficult discussions. A curriculum designed around measurable outcomes may leave little room for experimentation. Intellectual risk gradually gives way to pedagogical safety. In this sense, Nietzsche's metaphor becomes relevant. The concern is not that teachers themselves have become Last Men, but that educational institutions increasingly reward Last Man qualities: predictability instead of originality, compliance instead of critical inquiry and managerial efficiency instead of philosophical imagination. Teachers should not be reduced to service providers in a competitive marketplace. Their responsibility extends beyond delivering content or preparing students for examinations. They are custodians of curiosity, critical thinking and democratic dialogue. A teacher's highest achievement is not to produce agreement but to cultivate the intellectual confidence to disagree thoughtfully. This is particularly significant in an age shaped by artificial intelligence, algorithmic recommendation systems and instant access to information. Facts are increasingly available at the click of a button. What remains uniquely human is the capacity to interpret, question, synthesise and exercise ethical judgment. These capacities cannot be automated; they must be nurtured by teachers who themselves embody intellectual courage. Teachers, however, cannot shoulder this responsibility alone. Educational policy must create conditions that allow them to innovate without fear, experiment without penalty and engage students in meaningful dialogue without reducing every educational outcome to a numerical indicator. Professional autonomy is not a privilege for teachers; it is a prerequisite for quality education. On Teachers' Day, therefore, the challenge is not merely to celebrate teachers but to ask whether our educational institutions empower them to become creators of minds rather than managers of performance. Nietzsche believed that civilisation advances when individuals possess the courage to overcome inherited limitations and imagine new possibilities. Education requires precisely such courage. The teacher who merely satisfies expectations preserves the present. The teacher who inspires students to question, create and think independently helps shape the future. The greatest tribute we can pay teachers is not only to honour their work but also to create an educational culture that rewards intellectual courage over conformity, critical inquiry over comfort and self-overcoming over complacency. If education is to remain a transformative public institution, it must continue to nurture teachers who aspire to the spirit of the Overman rather than settle for the ease of the Last Man. (The author is teaching Political Sociology at UILS, Chandigarh University, Punjab. Feedback: ashwinsociology@gmail.com )
Indian states step up Gulf investor push as UAE becomes gateway to global markets
Several Indian states are actively seeking investments from the United Arab Emirates. They are offering customized incentives and industrial land to attract foreign capital. These states aim to use the UAE as a gateway for broader global market access. Madhya Pradesh and Odisha are leading this investment drive with specific sector focuses. Punjab and Bihar are also actively engaging UAE businesses for economic growth.
No Work, No Pay: Punjab Cracks Down On Unauthorised Absence Of State Staff
The government said it had received information from various quarters that several employees were marking their attendance at their respective offices and subsequently leaving their workplaces.
AAP Hits Back at BJP Over Gulzar Singhs Death by Suicide
AAP spokesperson Anurag Dhanda criticised the BJP and other opposition parties over Gulzar Singhs death by suicide in Punjabs Sangrur, defending the Mann governments actions against alleged drug trafficking and calling political allegations nonsensical.
Raghav Chadha's name added to voter list, AAP cries foul
A political controversy has erupted over the inclusion of BJP Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha's name in Delhi's electoral rolls. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has alleged procedural irregularities, questioning how his name appeared in the Rajinder Nagar constituency's voter list despite the draft rolls showing fewer entries. Poll officials confirm Chadha's name was added through the updation process after being removed from Punjab's rolls, while Chadha dismisses AAP's claims as a 'bitter ex' reaction.
Punjab MP Raghav Chadha's Name Added To Delhi Voter List
AAP leaders, in a press conference, raised the issue and alleged that Raghav Chadha's name was included in the electoral rolls of the Rajinder Nagar Assembly constituency without following the due procedure.
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BJP, SAD turn heat on Punjab govt over Gulzar Singh death
Punjab T20 League: Jalandhar Warriors held their nerves to steal a win against Ludhiana Lions by seven runs in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League at the I.S. Bindra Stadium in Mohali. The Warriors posted 169/8 in 20 overs after Ludhiana's bowlers put up a strong show. Jalandhar got off to a poor start and were reduced to 16/3 in just the second over. However, Prabhsimran Singh and Gourav Makan joined hands to steady the innings. The two batters played carefully at first before finding their rhythm and adding valuable runs. Prabhsimran scored 39 off 30 balls before being dismissed, leaving Jalandhar in another difficult position. Gourav continued his good form and scored a crucial half-century. He made 52 off 43 balls before losing his wicket, but his knock gave Jalandhar a strong base for the final overs. Aryan Yadav then took charge and provided the late push Jalandhar needed. He remained unbeaten on 35 off 26 balls to help the Warriors reach 169/8. For Ludhiana Lions, Krish Bhagat was the best bowler. He picked up four wickets for 37 runs in four overs, while Kartik Chadha finished with 1/21 in his four overs. Ludhiana made a steady start to the chase, with openers Abhijeet Garg and Bikramjeet Singh adding 49 runs for the first wicket. However, the Lions then lost a few quick wickets and were reduced to 79/3. Arjun Rajput and Salil Arora then gave Ludhiana hope by putting together a 54-run partnership. Rajput scored 45 off 33 balls before being dismissed, while Salil made 26 off 24 balls. The Lions needed 19 runs from the final two overs to win. Krish Bhagat kept the chase alive by hitting a six off the final ball of the 19th over, reducing the target to 10 runs from six balls. Randeep Singh bowled the final over and made an immediate impact, dismissing Aseem Kohli for 11 off seven balls off the first delivery. He then removed Havneet for a duck off the next two balls, leaving Ludhiana in deep trouble. The Lions needed 19 runs from the final two overs to win. Krish Bhagat kept the chase alive by hitting a six off the final ball of the 19th over, reducing the target to 10 runs from six balls. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories As a result, Jalandhar Warriors secured a thrilling seven-run victory, while Ludhiana Lions fell just short despite a late fightback and were restricted to 162/8 in 20 overs. Article Source: IANS
Sukhbir Badal calls for registration of suicide abetment case against Punjab Minister
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 8 (IANS) Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) President Sukhbir Singh Badal on Tuesday called for registration of an abetment of suicide case against Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema and all others named by suicide victim Gulzar Singh in his dying declaration. The SAD President visited the residence of Gulzar Singh at Tur Banjara village of Sangrur district and assured all help to the aggrieved family. He also asserted the SAD would take this case to its logical conclusion and would not rest till Cheema was arrested and punished for his crime. Talking to the media, Badal said Gulzar Singh's only fault was that he spoke the truth at a Lok Milni addressed by the Minister. Gulzar was devastated at the sale of the 'chitta' drug which had also led to his son becoming addicted to the same. This is why he asked Cheema about the rampant sale of drugs in his village which was not to the Minister's liking. The Minister's accomplices in the village also harassed Gulzar and pressurised him to apologise for speaking the truth. Since Gulzar was not able to stomach this harassment, he ended his life, the SAD Chief added. Asserting that a statement given as part of a dying declaration was sacrosanct, Badal said: Supreme Court guidelines are also clear. A case has to be registered in case of a dying declaration. An FIR should be registered against the Finance Minister and all others named by Gulzar. The police should not try to protect the culprits. He added that it was shocking that people were resorting to such extreme acts like suicide due to the wrong policies of the Aaam Aadmi Party (AAP)-led state government. The drug menace has crossed all boundaries. Things have come to such a head that home delivery of drugs is taking place in the state. He also asserted that AAP leaders were patronising the drug mafia and protecting them against police action in lieu of monthlies. This is why drug addiction and drug overdose deaths are on the rise, the former Deputy Chief Minister added.
Will make all in Punjab Congress stakeholders in party: Sachin Pilot
Sachin Pilot has officially assumed the role of AICC general secretary for Punjab. He called upon state Congress leaders to act as disciplined and committed stakeholders for the party's future. Pilot highlighted the importance of making every leader feel valued within the Congress party, emphasizing the necessity of mutual respect among colleagues. This comes at a time when the Punjab Congress unit is grappling with internal strife.
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BJP Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha slams AAP for incessantly targeting him
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha slammed the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for incessantly targeting him since he quit the party soon after its leaders questioned his status as a voter registered in the state of Punjab in a press conference held on Tuesday. I seem to be haunting Arvind Kejriwal and the Aam Aadmi Party. Day and night, all they think about is Raghav Chadha and how to attack him, he said in a statement issued late on Tuesday. Ever since I left the corrupt Aam Aadmi Party, its leadership has been unable to cope with it. They are behaving like a bitter ex who has just been dumped, he stated. Chadha was elected to the Rajya Sabha from Punjab as an AAP member in 2022. In April this year, he joined the BJP with six other AAP MPs, complying with the stipulated requirement under the anti-defection merger laws. Earlier also, AAP leaders had claimed that Chadha lives in Delhi, and not Punjab, and that his name can be deleted as a voter in Punjab if he was not found residing at the declared address. Alleging that Chadha was trying to get his name included as a voter in Delhi through a backdated process, they claimed that he did not have a moral right to be in Parliament, nor occupy government accommodation allotted to him as a Rajya Sabha member. Taking to the social media platform X, Chadha last week claimed the Punjab AAP governments politics of revenge to be behind his name being marked as permanently shifted in his voter record in Mohali. The draft electoral rolls were prepared after the Election Commissions recent Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in the state going to polls next year. On Tuesday, calling out AAP over baseless allegations, Chadha alleged his former organisation had opened a full-time department just to target me, claiming his voter registration is now its latest assignment. Their formula is always the same: decide on an allegation first, scramble to find an argument to fit it later, he said. The facts are simple and straightforward. I have followed all applicable ECI guidelines and procedures and availed the prescribed remedies, he claimed, adding, AAP has confused electoral rolls with its party membership register. It wants to cut out everyone who walks away from Kejriwal and his corrupt AAP.
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NCSC seeks report from Punjab govt over death in Sangrur
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) The National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) has issued a notice to the Punjab government in connection with the death of Gulzar Singh, a resident of Sangrur district, and sought a report within five days, an official said on Tuesday. According to the complaint received by the Commission, Gulzar Singh had raised questions before the Finance Minister of Punjab regarding the problem of narcotic substances in the state, the official said in a statement. In a video circulated on social media before his death, he reportedly claimed that he had consumed poison due to fear of the Minister and also levelled serious allegations against certain members of the village panchayat, the statement said. Exercising the powers conferred upon it under Article 338 of the Constitution of India, the Commission ordered an inquiry into the matter. The notices have been issued to the Chief Secretary and the Director General of Police, Government of Punjab, directing them to submit the facts of the case and a report on the action taken regarding the allegations within five days of receipt of the notice. The Commission initiated action on a complaint filed by Sheetal Angural, former MLA and State President, BJP SC Morcha, Punjab. NCSC Chairman Kishor Makwana described the matter as extremely serious and sensitive. He said that allegations made against a Minister and certain members of the village panchayat by name in a video recorded before the death warranted an impartial, independent and high-level inquiry. Makwana said that a detailed report has been sought from the Punjab government. He also announced that he will visit Sangrur on September 10 to examine the matter and ascertain the veracity of the allegations. He added that the Commission remains committed to ensuring justice for the family of the deceased and safeguarding the constitutional rights of members of the Scheduled Castes.
NIA arrests key accused in Rs 17.29 crore fake currency case at PNB Saharanpur
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested Amit Kumar, a bank employee and key accused who was absconding in connection with a major counterfeit currency conspiracy at the Punjab National Bank (PNB) currency chest in Uttar Pradesh's Saharanpur. Amit Kumar is a named accused in the First Information Report (FIR) and was taken into custody in the case. His arrest marks a significant development in the ongoing probe into the large-scale recovery of fake Indian currency notes, the premier investigation agency said. The case originated on August 29, 2026, when police at Sadar Bazar police station in Saharanpur district received credible information about the presence of counterfeit notes inside the PNB currency chest. Subsequent checks led to the recovery of fake currency with a total face value of Rs 17.29 crore. Preliminary inquiry also revealed the involvement of three bank employees, all of whom were suspended by the bank authorities, the NIA said in a press statement. An FIR was registered on the same day at Sadar Bazar police station under Section 178 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, against the three accused persons. Given the seriousness of the offence and the quantum of counterfeit currency involved, the NIA re-registered the case on September 3, 2026, and took over the investigation, the central agency said. NIA officials said that Amit Kumar had been absconding after the registration of the case. His arrest is expected to help investigators piece together the larger conspiracy behind the circulation and storage of high-value fake notes within a bank's currency chest a sensitive facility meant for the secure handling of genuine currency. The central agency has said that the investigation remains active. Efforts are continuing to identify and arrest other co-accused persons and to fully unravel the network involved in the counterfeit currency operation. Further details about the modus operandi and the roles of the accused are expected to emerge as the probe progresses.
The new Congress in-charge of Punjab talks of a blueprint for the State, says Charanjit Singh Channi has assured full support towards partys efforts
Controversy follows the suicide death of Gulzar Singh, a resident of Toor Banjara village in Finance Minister Harpal Cheema's assembly segment, who had earlier confronted the minister at a village gathering
Punjab minister Cheema responsible for suicide: Congress workers protest
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 8 (IANS) Thousands of Congress workers from across Punjab on Tuesday staged a demonstration against the Aam Aadmi Party government. Led by the state party President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, the party workers gathered outside the Punjab Congress Bhawan here and started marching towards the Chief Ministers residence for the gherao. However, they were stopped by a police contingent, which prevented them from reaching the Chief Ministers residence. Speaking on the occasion, Warring demanded the dismissal of Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema and his arrest for being responsible for the alleged suicide of Gulzar Singh of Dirba after raising the drug issue in Punjab. He pointed out that Gulzar Singh had said in his dying declaration that Cheema was responsible for his suicide. He also referred to the police brutality unleashed on Mohanjit Singh of Sheron village just because he had dared to show a black flag to the Chief Minister. Warring also questioned the Chief Ministers silence over the protection granted to a rape accused. The BJP wants AAP to help it in Gujarat by dividing the anti-BJP votes and, in a quid pro quo, the BJP will help AAP in Punjab, he said, adding that this is why the Enforcement Directorate (ED) was playing a fixed match with the Punjab Police over the arrest of corruption accused. He asked why the ED did not act the way it acted in the case of the Congress leaders like Sadhu Singh, who were straightway arrested. The ED did not ask the Punjab Police to register a first information report (FIR) in that case, he pointed out, adding that in the case of AAP leaders it was dilly-dallying deliberately. Lashing out at AAP for inducting convicted gangsters like Gupreet Sekhon, Warring said that while the people of Punjab wanted to get rid of the gangsters, the ruling party was inducting them and providing them with a political platform and power. He said Sekhon had been convicted and sentenced and was out just because the High Court had suspended his sentence. What message are you giving to people of Punjab? he asked CM Mann.
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Naman Dhir Blazes 173 Off 64 in Batting Masterclass, Misses Double Century
Naman Dhir hit a batting masterclass in Sher-e-Punjab League 2026, launching a spectacular 173 off just 64 balls, as Amritsar Soormas posted a commanding 67-run victory over Mohali Kings. The 18th match was all Dhir, as he walked out to open
Digital Desk | Mohali, Sep 8 (IANS) Amritsar Soormas registered a massive win by 67 runs against Mohali Kings in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League at the I.S. Bindra Stadium, Mohali. The Soormas put up a mammoth 279/7 in 20 overs, with Naman Dhir producing a stunning batting display that took the game away from Mohali Kings. Opening the innings, the right-handed batter smashed a record-breaking 173 off just 64 deliveries, hitting 16 fours and 12 sixes in a breathtaking innings. Dhir took the attack to the Mohali bowlers from the very beginning. He found the boundary regularly and kept the scoring rate high throughout his stay at the crease. His ability to clear the ropes with ease, while also finding gaps for boundaries, helped Amritsar build a huge total. The Soormas were 63/2 in the fifth over when Dhir was joined by Jashanpreet Singh. The two batters immediately changed the pace of the innings, taking on the bowlers and putting the pressure back on Mohali. They added a quick 120 runs for the third wicket, giving Amritsar the perfect platform for a big finish. Jashanpreet eventually fell for a brisk 41 off 25 balls, but Dhir continued his assault at the other end. Abhishek Sharma added 13 off 4 balls, while Abhay Choudhary chipped in with 20 off 10, but it was Dhir's remarkable innings that remained the centre of attention as the Soormas crossed the 270-run mark and finished on 279/7. For Mohali Kings, Ayush Goyal was the pick of the bowlers with four wickets, although he conceded 43 runs in his four overs. Chasing 280, Mohali Kings struggled to build momentum from the start. The Soormas kept picking up wickets at regular intervals, making it difficult for the Kings to put together a big partnership or maintain the required scoring rate. Jaskaranvir Paul tried to hold the innings together and keep Mohali's hopes alive, but he did not get enough support from the other end. With wickets continuing to fall, the Kings were unable to mount a serious challenge to Amritsar's huge total. Paul was eventually out for 76 off 41. Shubham Rana was outstanding with the ball for the Soormas, producing a superb spell of 4/30 in four overs. His wickets at crucial stages ensured that Mohali never got close to the target. Mohali Kings could only manage 212/9 in 20 overs. In the end, Amritsar Soormas completed a massive victory, with Naman Dhir's extraordinary 173 off 64 standing out as the defining performance of the match.
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Anarchy let loose in Punjab, alleges Congress
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) The Congress on Tuesday alleged that the Aam Aadmi Party had let loose anarchy in Punjab and had surrendered to the gangsters, while failing to curb the problem of drugs. The party also demanded the resignation of the state Finance Minister Harpal Cheema for having been named by a Dalit in his dying declaration that he was responsible for his death. Addressing the media here, Congress Legislative Party leader in the Punjab assembly, Partap Singh Bajwa, said AAP had already started applying the saam, daam, dhand, bed theory of its leader Manish Sisodia to win elections by hook or by crook. But he asserted that no matter what AAP does, it will never be able to win elections again in Punjab, as it was for the first and last time that it could win in 2022. Bajwa also took a dig at the Yudh Nashya Virudh campaign of AAP saying, when it could not reform its own Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to give up drinking, how can it claim success against drugs. He pointed out that Mann had even gone inside the Punjab Assembly in an inebriated condition and had refused to take the alcohol test. Referring to AAP inducting dreaded gangster Gurpreet Sekhon into the party, he said Sekhon was facing charges in 47 criminal cases, including the infamous Nabha Jailbreak that took place in November 2016 and several murders. Bajwa said he had been convicted and sentenced to 10 years jail term for the jailbreak, but his sentence had only been suspended by the Punjab and Haryana High Court. He said AAP was planning to field him from the Zira Assembly segment, from where it already has a sitting MLA. Bajwa also referred to AAPs links with another dreaded gangster, Jaggu Bhagwanpuria, who, though imprisoned in an Assam jail, was till calling shots in Punjab. He wondered how he was able to make phone calls to people from a jail in a BJP-ruled state. The Congress leader noted that the AAP-criminal nexus is being replayed. He said the gangster culture and drug addiction are the two existential threats Punjab was facing. While on drugs, AAP has failed completely; it has not only surrendered before the gangsters, but is now providing them with a political platform, Bajwa added.
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Rajasthan: Army soldier abducted on returning home from coaching; wife gets Rs 10 lakh ransom call
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 8 (IANS) An Army soldier was allegedly kidnapped by a group of armed men while he was returning home from coaching in Rajasthan's Sikar district a day before, police said on Tuesday. The kidnappers later allegedly used his phone to call his wife and demand a Rs 10 lakh ransom. The soldier, identified as Shriram Sihag (32), was on leave and had been preparing for the Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment examination. The incident took place at around 8 p.m. on Monday near Kerpura bus stand, when five to six unidentified men allegedly intercepted him and forcibly took him away in a vehicle. Shriram's motorcycle and helmet were found abandoned at the spot, raising an immediate alarm among his family and local residents. According to the family, Shriram's wife received a call from his phone at around 11:46 p.m. on Monday. The caller allegedly told her that Shriram was safe and demanded Rs 10 lakh. The caller reportedly said, Shriram is safe with us. We will send the bank details. Transfer Rs 10 lakh to that account. The call was disconnected shortly afterwards. The family then approached the police, following which a search operation was launched. Police said the family has raised suspicion against another Army soldier over a previous financial dispute. Khandela Station House Officer Surendra Singh said Shriram's brother, Sher Singh, lodged a report and told police that Shriram had earlier been involved in a financial transaction-related dispute with another soldier from Karauli district during his posting in West Bengal. The family suspects that the dispute could be linked to the alleged kidnapping. Based on the information provided by the family, police have sent a team to Karauli to investigate the suspected connection. Roadblocks have also been placed in surrounding areas, while teams are searching for the missing soldier. According to his family, Shriram had been on leave for the past three to four months to prepare for the SI recruitment examination. He joined the Army in 2013 and was currently posted in Punjab. Police said they are investigating the case from multiple angles and are working to establish the identity of the suspects, trace the soldier and verify the alleged financial dispute. The discovery of Shriram's motorcycle and helmet at the spot, coupled with the alleged ransom call from his phone, has intensified the investigation.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 8 (IANS) Punjabi singer Jasmine Sandlas recently celebrated her birthday in Malta. Taking to Instagram, the Dhurandhar singer posted a glimpse of her birthday celebrations and reflected on the special experience. Calling it the best birthday party ever, the singer expressed gratitude for being celebrated by women. Jasmine said that she makes music for the girls and has always dreamed of being witnessed by the female gaze. In a video from the celebrations, Jasmine could be seen addressing the crowd with excitement. Its the girls for me every time, she said, expressing how happy and lucky she felt to perform in Malta for the first time. She said, Malta was the best birthday party ever. As an artist, it was always my dream to be witnessed by the female gaze. I make music for the girls and i am so thankful to be celebrated by them. This is it. The Yaar Na Miley singer also proudly highlighted her Punjabi roots while interacting with the audience. I was born in Punjab! Today is my birthday! If you have roots in Punjab, let me hear you make some noise! she exclaimed, prompting the crowd to celebrate their connection to Punjab. Jasmine went on to express her gratitude for being chosen to perform on such beautiful stages and for receiving love from people she described as beautiful earth angels. She added that she had travelled around the world, making the Malta celebration another special milestone in her journey as an artist. In the video, Jasmine Sandlas could be seen dressed in a shimmery pink lehenga, paired with long earrings and bangles. Full of energy, she addressed the crowd and interacted with the audience, who could be seen cheering for her as she performed on stage. Jasmine Sandlas, who turned a year older on September 4, recently lent her voice to the viral romantic track Jaiye Sajana alongside Satinder Sartaaj for the film Dhurandhar: The Revenge.
J&K, Ladakh agencies step up coordination to combat narcotics trafficking
Digital Desk | Srinagar, Sep 8 (IANS) The second Union Territory-level Joint Coordination Committee (JCC) meeting on Narcotics Control for Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh was held in Srinagar on Tuesday, with senior officials from multiple enforcement and intelligence agencies reviewing strategies to strengthen the fight against drug trafficking. Officials said the meeting was held at the Police Control Room, Srinagar, under the chairmanship of DDG (NWR), NCB, and IG Crime/ANTF Head of J&K Police. Senior officers from various enforcement and stakeholder agencies, including ED, BSF, State Drug Controller, IB, Customs, DRI, Income Tax, and NIA, along with District SSPs from Jammu, Srinagar and Ganderbal participated in the meeting. The participating agencies shared their experiences and enforcement initiatives and deliberated upon emerging trends in drug trafficking, inter-State linkages, illicit cultivation, information sharing, joint investigation, financial investigation and effective prosecution. Discussion was also held on making sincere efforts for implementation of Vision Document on Drug Control (2026-2029) by the Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, in the 10th apex-level meeting of the Narco-Coordination Centre (NCORD) in New Delhi on June 26. It was highlighted that the emphasis shall be on a network-centric approach to combat the drug menace. Further, emphasis was laid upon the need for strengthened inter-agency coordination, joint interrogation, effective financial investigation and greater utilization of available information-sharing mechanisms. The meeting concluded with a call for sustained cooperation among all stakeholder agencies and adoption of a Whole-of-Government approach to detect, disrupt and dismantle drug trafficking networks in J&K and Ladakh. Narcotics control is a major challenge faced by the country, and is more serious in border states like Punjab, J&K, Ladakh, Rajasthan, Gujarat and the northeast. In recent months, the Narcotics Control Bureau has seized heroin and other narcotic substances in huge quantities costing tens of millions. The control of narcotics assumes national significance not just for its danger of running a parallel economy, but more so for destroying future generations through addiction.
Naman Dhir scripts history, smashes 173 runs in 64 deliveries in Sher-e-Punjab T20 League
The Sher-e-Punjab League 2026 has seen several brilliant performances in the season so far. However, none of them have made a mark as hard as the knock of Naman Dhir. In the 18th game of...
16 Fours, 12 Sixes! Naman Dhir Sets Sher-e-Punjab League Ablaze
Naman Dhir smashed a breathtaking 37-ball century and finished unbeaten on 173, powering Amritsar Soormas to 279 while setting the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League alight with his fireworks.
Punjab BJP delegation calls on Guv, seeks probe into suicide over drug issue, 'custodial assault'
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 8 (IANS) A delegation of the Punjab BJP, led by state President Kewal Singh Dhillon, on Tuesday met Governor Gulab Chand Kataria and submitted a memorandum, seeking impartial action in two serious cases related to Sangrur -- first, the suicide by Gulzar Singh over the state drug crisis and another, the alleged custodial assault of Mohanjit Singh. Dhillon said Gulzar Singh had raised the issue of the alleged open sale of chitta (synthetic drug) in his area during a public meeting held by Finance Minister Harpal Cheema and had sought action against the drug menace. He said Gulzar Singhs family had also been facing difficulties due to his sons alleged serious addiction to chitta. The BJP said in a video purportedly recorded before his death, Gulzar Singh had named the Finance Minister and others, whom he allegedly held responsible for the circumstances leading to his death. The party demanded that the case should not be treated merely as a suicide case and that the allegations made by Gulzar Singh should be thoroughly investigated in accordance with law. The delegation sought a CBI probe into his death to ensure an independent investigation. It also demanded that video recordings, relevant communications and statements of family members be preserved as evidence. State President Dhillon also brought the alleged custodial assault of Mohanjit Singh to the Governors notice. Dhillon said Mohanjit Singh was detained after he protested against the state governments handling of the drug menace during Chief Minister Bhagwant Manns visit to Sangrur. The party said Mohanjit Singh subsequently alleged physical abuse and custodial torture and had to undergo medical treatment. The BJP demanded registration of FIRs against all civil officials who allegedly ordered or authorised Mohanjit Singhs removal from the protest site, as well as against police officials found responsible for his removal, assault or alleged custodial torture. It also sought an independent CBI probe into the matter and demanded immediate preservation of medical records, CCTV footage, police station records, duty rosters, official communications and all other records related to his detention. The BJP also announced that it would stage statewide protests on Wednesday demanding justice in both cases.
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PSSSB ADA Result 2026 released on 8 September 2026. Check Assistant District Attorney (Advt No. 09/2026) marks, direct PDF download link, exam date, selection process, and next steps for the 170 ADA posts at sssb.punjab.gov.in.
Punjab man dies by suicide after raising drug issue to minister
A 47-year-old man, Gulzar Singh, from Dirba in Sangrur district, allegedly died by suicide after consuming poison. In a purported video, he questioned Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema about the unabated supply of 'chitta' (synthetic drugs) in the area, stating his son was addicted. Opposition parties have seized on the incident, demanding a probe and justice for Gulzar Singh, putting the Mann-led AAP government under pressure regarding the drug menace in the state.
What is the role of State government in appointment of High Court Chief Justice? | Explained
Punjab has objected to the Centres appointment of Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra. Here is what the Constitution and the Collegium system provide
What is the role of State government in appointment of High Court Chief Justice? | Explained
Punjab has objected to the Centres appointment of Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra. Here is what the Constitution and the Collegium system provide
Punjab Opposition corners AAP government after villagers death
Gulzar Singh, a 47-year-old from Dirba in Sangrur district, died on September 7. His family said he had questioned Harpal Cheema about the supply of drugs in the area during an event in Dirba
Sachin Pilot meets Rahul, Priyanka to discuss Punjab poll strategy
For Punjab's brighter future, Congress's efforts to protect and honour the rights of every section of society, including farmers and youth, will be with complete dedication and commitment, Sachin Pilot said
PSSSB Stenotypist Result 2026 - Check Steno Skill Test Result PDF at sssb.punjab.gov.in.
PSSSB has released the Stenotypist Steno Test Result 2026 for Advt No. 14/2025. Check roll number-wise result, test dates, N.Q./Absent status, and direct PDF download link.
Opinion: Opinion | Sachin Pilot's Long Wait Is Over. Can Congress Finally Use Him?
The grand old party is now betting that the man who turned 'waiting' into a virtue can deliver Punjab
