Punjab woman behind Sriganganagar rail track blast groomed by Pak handler: ATS
Diljit says attempts made to stop his Indore concert, recites kisi ke baap ka Hindostan thodi hai
In an aggressive tone, the Punjabi artist appeared to take a dig at the political opposition to his Aura India Tour 2026, which was kicked off with the concert in Indores Delight Dastoor ground
Over 2k athletes to compete in Khedan Watan Punjab Diyan finale in Ludhiana
B.Tech Student Found Dead At Home
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Drug menace a social malady: 5-year jail for man held with 600 tablets
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5 Killed, 11 Injured As Car Collides With Truck In Punjab's Fazilka
The accident occurred near Theh Kalandar while they were returning from a wedding ceremony.
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Five killed, including three children, 11 injured in collision on Ferozepur-Fazilka highway
Digital Desk | Fazilka, Nov 15 (IANS) At least five people, including three children, were killed and 11 others injured in a head-on collision between a Tavera vehicle and a pickup truck on the Ferozepur-Fazilka highway in Punjab, police and hospital authorities said on Sunday. The accident took place when a Tavera carrying members of a wedding procession collided with an oncoming pickup vehicle. Four of the injured are said to be in critical condition and have been referred to Faridkot Medical College for specialised treatment. According to the information available, the wedding procession had travelled from Tiwana village in the Jalalabad Assembly constituency to Karni Khera village in Fazilka district. The accident occurred when the Tavera (registration number PB 65 P 3218) was returning with members of the wedding party after the marriage ceremony. The impact of the collision was so severe that five occupants of the Tavera died on the spot. The deceased include one woman, one man and three children. The youngest among the deceased children was reportedly around three-years-old. Dr. Amit Raj Lamba, Fazilka Civil Hospital, said that the injured were brought to the hospital following the accident. On examination, doctors found five people dead, while 11 others had sustained injuries. After providing initial medical treatment, four critically injured persons were referred to Faridkot Medical College. The remaining injured are undergoing treatment at the Civil Hospital in Fazilka. Sandeep Singh, a resident of Tiwana village who was travelling in the Tavera and sustained injuries in the accident, said that the collision happened so suddenly that he could not understand how it occurred. He added that he realised the severity of the accident only after seeing people lying on the road. The incident has left the families of the victims devastated, particularly with three children among those killed. Further details regarding the circumstances leading to the collision are awaited.
Punjab logs 137 farm fires, seasonal count nears 6,000
Analysis: AAP Insiders Turn BJP's Punjab Warriors, To Draw Up Its 2027 Battle Plan
BJP brings Rajya Sabha MPs Raghav Chadha and Sandeep Pathak, once key strategists of the AAP in Punjab, along with others formerly with the AAP and Congress, into key election committees
5 killed, 11 injured as car collides with pickup in Punjab
A devastating road mishap took place on Sunday evening near Theh Kalandar village in Fazilka district, claiming the lives of five people, including three young ones. The victims were on their way home from a wedding when tragedy struck. Additionally, eleven others sustained injuries; two of them are in critical condition and were transferred to other medical facilities. Quick-thinking locals rushed to help free the trapped individuals before ambulances arrived.
Punjab Chief Minister Celebrates Chhath Puja with Devotees
Punjabs Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann joined devotees for Chhath Puja, emphasizing unity and cultural heritage during the celebration. Punjab Chief Minister Celebrates Chhath Puja with Devotees
Punjab CM joins devotees in celebrating Chhath Puja
Digital Desk | Dhuri, Nov 15 (IANS) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday joined devotees in celebrating Chhath Puja, extending warm greetings and praying for happiness, prosperity, good health and well-being for all. Emphasising the festivals message of faith, gratitude and togetherness, the Chief Minister said Punjabs rich heritage of communal harmony and mutual respect is strengthened when people celebrate each others festivals with collective enthusiasm. Addressing the gathering, CM Mann said thousands of people across the state are celebrating Chhath Puja with immense devotion, enthusiasm and religious fervour. I pray to Chhathi Maiya and Surya Dev for peace, good health, happiness and prosperity for everyone, and hope that the bonds of love, mutual respect and brotherhood would continue to grow stronger. Describing the significance of the festival, the Chief Minister said, Chhath Puja is not merely a religious festival but a sacred occasion that symbolises faith, penance, discipline, family devotion and gratitude towards nature. The Sun is worshipped as the source of life, energy, light and good health, reminding us of the invaluable contribution of nature to our existence. Highlighting the contribution of people who have migrated to Punjab from Bihar and Purvanchal, CM Mann said, Our migrant brothers and sisters are making an invaluable contribution to the progress and prosperity of Punjab. Their hard work, dedication and commitment are playing a significant role in the growth of agriculture, industry, trade and several other sectors. Their contribution to the states development is immense. Our relationship with our brothers and sisters from Bihar and Purvanchal is not merely limited to employment. It is a strong bond rooted in cultural exchange, mutual trust, love and brotherhood. Everyone living in Punjab is a part of our extended family, and it is our collective responsibility to respect every section of society that contributes to the states progress. He said the real strength of Punjab lies in its spirit of togetherness, communal harmony, unity and Sarbat Da Bhala. Our Government respects the sentiments of every community, religion and section of society. Our objective is to create an environment where every citizen enjoys equal opportunities, security and dignity. Celebrating the festivals of all religions and cultures together is an integral part of our rich heritage.
Punjab Woman, Accomplice Arrested in Rajasthan Railway Track Blast; ATS Suspects ISI Romance
A 21-year-old woman and her 23-year-old male accomplice from Punjabs Gurdaspur district have been arrested in connection with the November 3 railway track explosion in Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, with investigators revealing on Sunday, November 15, 2026, that the duo acted on instructions from Pakistan-based handlers linked to the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and had made two [] The post Punjab Woman, Accomplice Arrested in Rajasthan Railway Track Blast; ATS Suspects ISI Romance & Money Recruitment Strategy appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Love, Drugs, Pak Link: How Punjab Woman Got Involved In Rajasthan Blast Plot
Police allege that Mahakdeep, a resident of Dostpur village, acted on the instructions of a Pakistan-based handler identified as 'Shah'. She had direct communication with him and subsequently involved Devinder Singh, a resident of Chaur Kalan village, in the operation.
Raghav Chadha, Other MPs Who Came From AAP Get Key BJP Committee Roles For Punjab Polls
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Big Gangster Ring Busted In Punjab, 5 Arrested, 11 Guns, Ammunition Seized
Accused allegedly involved in 15-plus criminal cases, including extortion-linked firing incidents
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday constituted a committee to decide on party's manifesto for the assembly elections in Punjab due early next year. Along with it, a chargesheet committee was also formed, as...
A Pakistan-based ISI handler allegedly used a romantic relationship to recruit a 21-year-old woman from Punjab for the 3 November railway track blast in Rajasthan. Investigators believe the handler, identified as Shah, developed a relationship with Mahakdeep Kaur before involving her
Punjab: NCB secures 10-year jail for Himachal truck driver for interstate drug trafficking
Digital Desk | Ludhiana, Nov 15 (IANS) A Special NDPS Court in Punjab's Ludhiana sentenced a truck driver from Himachal Pradesh to 10-year rigorous imprisonment for seizure of 16.470 kg charas from his vehicle in Ludhiana, a Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) official said on Sunday. Special Judge Ranjeev Kumar Vishisht sentenced Kayum Khan on November 12 after accepting the case of the NCBs Chandigarh Zonal Unit in the interstate drug trafficking case. Acting on specific intelligence, an NCB team had intercepted a Tata 407 Tempo at Ladowal Toll Plaza in Ludhiana, and recovered 16.470 kg of charas concealed in the rear portion of the vehicle, the official said in a statement. Kayum Khan alias Quem Khan, a resident of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, was arrested at the time of the seizure of the contraband, the statement said. Later, the Central Revenues Control Laboratory (CRCL) in New Delhi confirmed the seized substance to be charas, it added. The Special Court convicted the accused under Section 20(b)(ii)(C) of the NDPS Act, 1985, and awarded 10 years' rigorous imprisonment along with a fine of Rs 1 lakh, the statement said. In default of payment of fine, Khan will undergo further rigorous imprisonment for one year, the statement added. The Special Court also ordered confiscation of the vehicle under Section 60 of the NDPS Act, 1985, it said. Earlier, the NCB presented a report card on its successful operations during October, highlighting that the anti-narcotics agency busting clandestine drug-manufacturing labs in Greater Noida and seized 380 kg contraband from the North-East. In a message on social media platform X, the NCB said, October 2026 reflected NCB's continued commitment to effective implementation of Vision Document on Narcotics Control (202629), taking forward the national resolve to achieve a Drug-Free India. It listed the month's achievements from busting clandestine drug-manufacturing labs in Greater Noida and recovering 380 kg of amphetamine-containing material to Operation 'Trident', with 38 teams striking 38 locations across North-East against drug trafficking networks, significant convictions, destruction of seized narcotics, large-scale destruction of illicit cannabis cultivation, impactful Joint Coordination Committee meetings, high-level meetings and capacity-building initiatives.
Punjab Congress forms panel to manage induction of leaders
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5 chargesheeted in foreign visa fraud racket in Jammu
Jammu , Nov 15: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Crime Branch has filed a chargesheet against five persons, including two Punjab residents, for allegedly duping unemployed youth on the pretext of arranging work visas for overseas employment, an official said on Sunday. The chargesheet was filed on Saturday before the Court of the Excise Magistrate, Jammu, in connection with a case registered last year against the accused - Vijay Gill, Harris Gill and Mandeep Singh, all residents of Samba district, and Tirlochan Singh and Ravinder Singh, both from Punjab, a spokesperson of the Crime Branch, Jammu said. He said the case pertains to an elaborate international visa racket wherein gullible youth were defrauded under the false pretext of securing work visas abroad. Vishal Kumar, a resident of Rajpura village of Samba, initially lodged a written complaint against Harris Gill and his uncle Vijay, claiming that they duped him of Rs 11.62 lakh under the guise of arranging a work visa for New Zealand. The accused syndicate provided the victim with a fabricated visa and fake flight tickets, subsequently luring him to Delhi where he was manipulated and forced to return empty-handed, the spokesperson said. He said the investigation established actionable evidence linking a syndicate operating across Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab that systematically cheated unemployed aspirants. Technical surveillance, bank statement analysis and an official verification report from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirming that the New Zealand visa document was entirely inauthentic, cemented the fraudulent nature of the operation, the spokesperson said. He said Forensic Examination (FSL) scientifically authenticated the signature of accused Vijay Gill on the execution of the primary agreement. On the basis of oral, documentary, financial and scientific evidences collected during the course of investigation, the crime branch identified the five accused and filed chargesheet against them, he said.
Delhi airport taxi trips from neighbouring States plunge 80% as BS-VI curbs slam brakes on trade
Daily cab arrivals from Punjab, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh fall from over one lakh to fewer than 20,000, leaving operators with grounded fleets and mounting losses, drivers facing unemployment and passengers scrambling for alternatives
Five Accused In Jammu Visa Fraud Case
The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Crime Branch has filed a chargesheet against five individuals, including two from Punjab, for allegedly defrauding unemployed youth by promising work visas for overseas employment. The syndicate provided fabricated visas and fake flight tickets, leading to victims being manipulated and left empty-handed. The investigation involved technical surveillance, bank analysis, and MEA verification, confirming the fraudulent nature of the operation.
Punjab Congress sets up panel to vet leaders joining from other parties
Rajasthan railway track blast: 2 held, Pakistan link emerges
Jaipur: Two alleged accused in the November 3 railway track blast in Ramsinghpur were arrested in Punjabs Gurdaspur, with preliminary investigation indicating their links with Pakistani handlers, police said on Sunday, November 15. The accused, identified as Mahakdeep Kaur and Devendra Singh, were arrested in a joint operation of Rajasthan Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and Sri 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 .
Two held in Rajasthan railway track blast case; police cite Pakistani handler links
Two people were arrested from Punjabs Gurdaspur over the November 3 blast in Ramsinghpur, and police say they allegedly acted on instructions from Pakistan-based handlers
Digital Desk | Athens, Nov 15 (IANS) Political activists and representatives of national movements participated in an international gathering in Germany's Frankfurt, where the launch of the International Anti-Colonial Alliance aimed at challenging political domination, human rights violations, and economic exploitation in Pakistan was announced, according to a report. Organised by the Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSMM), the Sindhudesh Global Conference witnessed the participation of representatives of Sindh, Pashtun, Baloch, Kashmiri, Saraiki, and Gilgiti communities along with international human rights campaigners, according to a report in Greece-based Directus. During the conference, the participants called for national self-determination, political sovereignty, and greater international involvement in addressing the grievances of communities in Pakistan. The participants established the International Anti-Colonial Alliance, which will be led by the prominent Baloch nationalist leader Mehran Marri. The alliance seeks to coordinate diplomatic campaigns, strengthen cooperation between nationalist movements and raise their demands at international institutions. During the conference, participants contended that power lies within the Punjabi-dominated establishment under the existing political system of Pakistan, leaving other communities politically marginalised and economically disadvantaged, according to a report in Directus. JSMM Chairman Shafi Burfat urged the United Nations to organise and supervise a referendum on Sindhudesh's independence and stressed that the Sindhi community must be given an opportunity to determine its political future without coercion or interference. Mehran Marri raised a question over the incorporation of Balochistan into Pakistan in 1948, stressing that historical coercion should not be seen as genuine democratic consent. He said that allegations of extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances and military repression were impacting Baloch political activists, according to the Directus report. During the conference, the participants also criticised the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and Gwadar Port over allegations of displacement and inadequate discussion with local residents. They also spoke about security conditions in Pashtun territories, allegations of arbitrary detention, and the use of landmines in residential areas.
Free Power to 'Punjab Da Crorepati': Bhagwant Mann's Big Welfare Move
The emerging pattern suggests that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government is looking to build a broad-based political narrative around welfare, financial relief, youth engagement and public infrastructure as it prepares for the 2027 electoral battle.
'She did not listen to anyone': Parents of woman arrested in Rajasthan railway track blast
Digital Desk | Sri Ganganagar, Nov 15 (IANS) Parents of Mahakdeep Kaur, one of the two arrested in connection with the railway track blast near 50 GB village in Ramsinghpur in Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar, have said that their daughter did not listen to anyone and was eyond their control. The woman's father also said that she had left home two days before the blast and returned three days after the incident. Another accused, Devendra Singh, has also been arrested with Kaur, officials said on Sunday, adding that other aides have also been detained. Both the arrested individuals are residents of Punjab's Gurdaspur, officials said. Mahakdeep Kaur's father Trilok Singh said that his daughter was beyond their control and did not listen to them. She (Mahakdeep Kaur) had left home two days before the blast and returned three days after the incident, he said, adding that their daughter caused them a great deal of distress. He also said: Whenever we tried to counsel or guide her, she would behave inappropriately with us as well. Therefore, we eventually stopped trying to advise her. The accused's mother, Sarbjit Kaur, echoed a similar view, saying that her daughter would leave home of her own accord and return whenever she wished. Mahakdeep had studied up to Class 12. She had married of her own choice and, after two years of marriage, divorced her husband. It has now been six months since the divorce, she said. Meanwhile, police said that an intensive questioning of the arrested suspects is currently underway and significant revelations are expected to emerge from the questioning. Bikaner Inspector General of Police (IGP) Omprakash and Superintendent of Police (SP) Harishankar are questioning the suspects. IPS officer Nitin Chaudhary, Circle Officer (City) of Sri Ganganagar, is overseeing the investigation into the entire matter, the police said. The explosion occurred on November 3, shortly after a passenger train had passed the spot. Following the incident, railway authorities suspended train movement on the section as a precautionary measure, leading to the cancellation of several trains. Train services were resumed on November 5 after the completion of repair work and the necessary safety inspections, North Western Railway Chief Public Relations Officer Amit Sudarshan confirmed. Subsequently, the Railways lodged a complaint against unidentified persons at the Ramsinghpur police station. Police registered a case and initiated an investigation into the matter.
Punjab Congress Forms Fail-Safe Panel To Induct Turncoats Ahead Of Polls
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Tragic Bus Accident in Tarn Taran Blamed on Punjab Governments Negligence, Says NHRC Member
NHRC member Priyank Kanungo criticizes Punjab government for negligence linked to the Tarn Taran bus accident, demanding accountability. Tragic Bus Accident in Tarn Taran Blamed on Punjab Governments Negligence, Says NHRC Member
Pakistani handler used romantic relationship to recruit woman for railway track blast
Details have emerged about a conspiracy behind a railway track blast in Rajasthan, which occurred on November 3. Two suspects, Mahakdeep Kaur and Davinder Singh, were arrested in Gurdaspur, Punjab, for this attack. Investigations revealed that a Pakistan-based handler exploited a romantic relationship to recruit Mahakdeep for the operation. The Rajasthan Anti-Terrorism Squad conducted extensive investigations, including analyzing call records and tracing leads.
Railway Blast Accused Held, Pakistani Handlers Suspected
Two individuals, Mahakdeep Kaur and Devendra Singh, have been arrested in Punjab's Gurdaspur in connection with the November 3 railway track blast in Ramsinghpur, Rajasthan. Preliminary investigations suggest links to Pakistani handlers, including one identified as Shah and another referred to as 'Chacha', believed to have ISI connections. Foreign-made pistols, cartridges, and cash were recovered from the accused, who allegedly received payments online and were directed to carry out the blast after previous attempts failed.
Punjab records 5,835 stubble burning cases; Patiala tops districts
The report, covering data up to Saturday, stated that field-level inspections were conducted at 5,539 locations across the state, confirming crop residue burning at 2,442 sites
Human Rights Body Summons Top Punjab Official Over Tarn Taran Bus Crash, Flags Lapses
Four people were killed and around 30 others injured after two buses operating under the Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana collided in Tarn Taran on November 14.
Rajasthan Train Track Blast: Two Arrested In Punjab Over Suspected Pakistan Links
Woman Among Two Held In Punjab; Probe Suspects Links To Pakistan-Based Agent
In a major breakthrough in the November 3 railway track explosion in Rajasthans Sri Ganganagar district, the Rajasthan Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), working alongside district and Punjab police, has arrested two prime suspects from Gurdaspur, Punjab. Security agencies strongly suspect the attack was orchestrated on the instructions of a Pakistan-based handler linked to the Inter-Services Intelligence [] The post Pakistan ISI Link Suspected as Rajasthan ATS Arrests Two Punjab Residents in Sri Ganganagar Rail Track Blast appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Punjab Police Arrests Five In Crime Network
Punjab Police have arrested five operatives of an organised criminal network, recovering 11 illegal pistols and 191 live cartridges. The accused are linked to over 15 criminal cases, including extortion-related firing incidents, and are also involved in cross-border arms smuggling orchestrated by foreign-based handlers. Investigations are ongoing to dismantle the wider network.
Punjab Records 5,835 Cases of Crop Burning, Patiala Faces Highest Fines
Punjab reports 5,835 crop burning incidents, with Patiala imposing the most fines to combat air pollution. Punjab Records 5,835 Cases of Crop Burning, Patiala Faces Highest Fines
How Gurdaspur Innovator Parminder Singh Turns Paddy Stubble Into Eco Friendly Ceiling Tiles
Grassroots entrepreneur Parminder Singh tackles stubble burning by converting paddy stubble into durable ceiling tiles, emerging as a Punjab innovator leading a Gurdaspur startup that monetizes crop residue to curb air pollution through Agro Stubble, producing eco tiles that are fire resistant and waterproof tiles made from farm waste to deliver thermal insulation and advance []
5th ODI: Make your family proud, says Axar Patel in message to debutant Yash Thakur
Digital Desk | Mount Maunganui, Nov 15 (IANS) Left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Axar Patel had a simple message for Yash Thakur as the fast bowler prepared to make his ODI debut for India on Sunday: make your family and country proud. Axar presented Thakur with ODI cap number 267 in front of the whole squad before the fifth ODI against New Zealand at the Bay Oval. Cap number 267. Today is a very special day for one of our teammates, and congratulations, Yash. I think everyone dreams of playing for India when they start playing cricket, and today is your special day. I want to say that you have gone through a lot of highs and lows and just remember everything. Whatever you have done to reach here and today is your special day. Make your family proud. Make every Indian player proud. Make everyone proud and go well, said Axar in a video posted on BCCIs social media accounts. Nagpur-based Thakur made his T20I debut for India in July and played two games in Zimbabwe, taking two wickets in each. In four T20Is so far, Thakur has taken five wickets, and he was part of the squad that won the gold medal at this years Asian Games in Japan. Thakur, who turns out for Vidarbha in domestic cricket, has also been a regular on the IPL circuit, spending two seasons each with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS). Thakurs debut did not bring the start he wanted with the bat. He walked in at 166/7 once Auqib Nabi had been dismissed by Mitchell Santner, and lasted only four balls before edging a Santner delivery to wicketkeeper Tim Seifert for a duck. Indias innings ended on 209 in 42.1 overs, and Thakur, with his skiddy pace and skill to hit pinpoint yorkers, will now turn his attention to defending the total, with the new ODI cap on his head.
Punjab records 5,835 stubble burning cases; maximum fines in Patiala
Chandigarh Punjab has recorded a total of 5,835 stubble burning incidents across 23 districts following the paddy harvest, with Patiala The post Punjab records 5,835 stubble burning cases; maximum fines in Patiala appeared first on Bilkul Online .
5,000 Stubble Burning Cases Reported In Punjab, Rs 1 Crore Penalty Imposed
In Patiala district, 391 stubble burning incidents were reported, of which inspections were conducted at 356 locations. The field inspections confirmed that crop residue had been burnt at 225 sites.
2 With Pakistan Links Arrested In Punjab For Rajasthan Train Track Blast
Police have detained three more who are suspected of having assisted the accused by providing them with accommodation, a motorcycle, and transport to the crime scene.
NHRC Takes Action Following Fatal Bus Accident in Tarn Taran
NHRC issues summons to Punjabs Chief Secretary after a deadly bus crash raises safety concerns in the state. NHRC Takes Action Following Fatal Bus Accident in Tarn Taran
NHRC summons Punjab chief Secy over Tarn Taran bus tragedy; had flagged serious safety risks
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 15 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a conditional summons to the Punjab government over serious safety violations in buses operating under the Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana. The summons was issued by a Bench presided over by member Priyank Kanoongo to the Chief Secretary, Government of Punjab. Five people were killed, and 16 others sustained injuries after two buses carrying pilgrims collided head-on on the Tarn Taran-Bathinda National Highway near Naushehra Pannuan village in Punjabs Tarn Taran district on Saturday. The NHRC, in a press statement on Saturday, said that in its earlier proceedings, it had flagged recurring fatal accidents involving passenger and sleeper buses, structural deficiencies and violations of CIRT guidelines, and had called for urgent preventive measures. A subsequent complaint by the Network for Access to Justice & Multidisciplinary Outreach Foundation highlighted serious safety concerns in buses deployed under Punjabs Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana, including alleged unauthorised structural modifications, obstruction of emergency exits, and deficiencies in fire safety and emergency evacuation arrangements, it said. The NHRC had directed the Punjab government to inspect all buses operating under the scheme and immediately withdraw vehicles that failed to meet mandatory safety standards. However, the state government failed to demonstrate effective action on these directions, the statement mentioned. The NHRC said that despite the specific and time-bound directions of the Commission, the Chief Secretary, Government of Punjab, has not submitted the requisite Action Taken Report. No report indicating the inspections conducted, safety deficiencies identified, corrective measures undertaken or accountability fixed has been received from the State Government till date. The subsequent collision between two buses under the same scheme in Tarn Taran on 14 November 2026, resulting in four reported deaths and injuries to around 30 people, has brought these concerns into sharp focus, it added. Taking serious note of the continued non-compliance and the reported tragedy, the Commission deplored the lackadaisical approach of the authorities and issued a conditional summons to the Chief Secretary, Punjab, directing him to appear before the Commission. The Commission observed that ensuring the safety of passengers, particularly senior citizens and other vulnerable persons travelling under a Government-sponsored welfare scheme, is a direct responsibility of the State and the competent regulatory authorities. Such schemes cannot be implemented at the cost of human life, and compliance with mandatory vehicle safety standards cannot be reduced to a mere procedural formality. The continued failure to respond to the Commission's directions, particularly when the very risks highlighted in the complaint have now reportedly culminated in a fatal accident, is viewed with utmost seriousness, the NHRC statement said. The NHRC has directed the Chief Secretary to submit details of bus inspections, safety compliance, corrective measures, action against non-compliant vehicles and a detailed report on the Tarn Taran accident. Failure to submit comprehensive reports by the stipulated deadline will require the Chief Secretary to appear before the Commission. The Commission has reiterated that passenger safety, particularly that of senior citizens and other vulnerable persons, is the direct responsibility of the State and regulatory authorities, it said.
Nhrc summons Punjab Chief Secretary over Tarn Taran bus crash breaches
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AQI crosses 400 at several monitoring stations across Delhi-NCR
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 15 (IANS) Delhi-NCR continued to grapple with alarming levels of air pollution on Sunday as air quality remained a major concern across several parts of the National Capital, with multiple monitoring stations recording readings in the 'severe' category. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi's Anand Vihar area stood at 365 on Sunday morning, falling in the 'very poor' category. Noida recorded an AQI of 313, Gurugram stood at 324, Faridabad at 311, Ghaziabad at 294 and Greater Noida at 283. A thick blanket of smog continued to engulf several parts of the city, affecting visibility and adding to concerns over deteriorating air quality. Several monitoring stations reported AQI readings in the 'severe' category as of 7 a.m. Among the areas recording the highest pollution levels, IIT Delhi registered an AQI of 425, followed by ITO at 415. The Commonwealth Sports Complex recorded an AQI of 403, while Delhi University's North Campus and Pusa both reported readings of 402. Burari Crossing also remained in the severe category, with an AQI of 400. Other parts of the city also witnessed significantly elevated pollution levels. Punjabi Bagh recorded an AQI of 386, followed by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) at 383. Akshardham Temple registered an AQI of 365, Anand Vihar at 365, while RK Puram recorded 339. Okhla Phase-2 and Maidan Garhi reported AQI readings of 330 and 325, respectively. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast rainfall, thunderstorms and strong winds in several parts of the country, with weather conditions expected to vary across regions over the coming days.
Punjab: Five dead in Tarn Taran road accident; PM Modi condoles deaths
Punjab: Five dead in Tarn Taran road accident; PM Modi condoles deaths Tarn Taran: Five people were killed, and 16 others sustained injuries after two buses carrying pilgrims collided head-on on the Tarn Taran-Bathinda National Highway near Naushehra Pannuan village in Punjabs Tarn Taran district on Saturday, prompting Prime Minister Narendra Modi to express grief [] The post Punjab: Five dead in Tarn Taran road accident; PM Modi condoles deaths appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
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PUCA welcomes new allied healthcare education norms
Srinagar, Nov 14: The Punjab Unaided Colleges Association (PUCA) and the Federation of Self-Financed Technical Institutions (FSFTI) welcomed the new guidelines issued by the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) for establishing institutions, introducing new courses and conducting admissions for the 2027-28 academic session. Anshu Kataria, President of FSFTI and PUCA and Chairman of Aryans Group of Colleges, Rajpura, said the new regulatory framework would help bring uniformity, transparency and improved quality standards to allied and healthcare education across the country. S Manjit Singh, Patron of PUCA, welcomed the provision allowing vacant seats to be carried forward to subsequent counselling rounds, saying it would help institutions utilise their sanctioned intake capacity more effectively. He also appreciated the introduction of competency-based curricula and standardised requirements for infrastructure, qualified faculty, laboratories and clinical training facilities. Amit Sharma, Senior Vice President of PUCA, described the guidelines as an important step towards strengthening India's allied healthcare education system. However, he said their effective implementation would require coordination between the NCAHP, state governments, state councils and universities. H P S Kanda, General Secretary (Academic Affairs) of PUCA, said the guidelines would help improve academic standards but stressed the need for clear implementation procedures and adequate time for institutions to comply with the prescribed requirements. He said quality education and the interests of students should remain the priority during the implementation of the new framework.
Four dead, 18 hurt as buses collide in Punjab
Eleven-Year-Old Gurdaspur Birdwatcher Earns Recognition with Photography Book
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Punjab Prepares for 80 Lakh Devotees at Fatehgarh Sahib Shaheedi Sabha
The Punjab government has begun preparations for the annual Shaheedi Sabha at Fatehgarh Sahib, The post Punjab Prepares for 80 Lakh Devotees at Fatehgarh Sahib Shaheedi Sabha appeared first on Khalsa Vox .
Punjab Governor Warns of Narco-Warfare Threat Targeting Youth at Military Lit Fest
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Four killed and 18 injured as two pilgrimage buses collide in Punjab
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Tragic Bus Collision in Punjab Claims Lives of Pilgrims
A bus accident in Tarn Taran, Punjab, has resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, prompting condolences from Prime Minister Modi. Tragic Bus Collision in Punjab Claims Lives of Pilgrims
2 Buses Of Punjab Pilgrimage Scheme Collide, 5 Killed In Tarn Taran
The accident occurred when the driver of one of the buses, in an attempt to avoid a motorcycle, crossed the road divider and collided with an oncoming bus travelling in the opposite direction.
CBI Court Sentences 30 in Punjab Rice Scam, Including FCI Officials
A special CBI court in Mohali sentences 30 individuals, including FCI officials, for their roles in a 2004-2005 rice procurement scam. CBI Court Sentences 30 in Punjab Rice Scam, Including FCI Officials
First-Year Student Dies By Suicide At Punjab's Chitkara University Hostel
The incident came to light around 11:30 am when the student's mother, unable to reach her over the phone, alerted the hostel warden. Following the information, the warden went to the student's room, where the incident was discovered.
Shooter Who Killed Mad Sandhu Arrested, Wanted To Attack Bollywood Actor
The arrested men have been identified as Vikas Thakur (alias Vicky), a resident of Punjab's Jalandhar, and Deep (alias Deepak Singh). Deepak was wanted in the shooting and murder of Punjab-based influencer Mad Sandhu in Amritsar on October 3.
Posted To Treat Addiction, Punjab Jail Worker Arrested With Drugs
Police have identified him as Rajat, son of Sanjeev Kumar, from Khun-Khun Kalan village in Tanda, Hoshiarpur district. He was posted at the Opioid Agonist Therapy centre run by the Medical Department inside the jail.
Nine Arrested In Punjab Police Arms, Drugs Bust
Punjab Police have successfully dismantled two illegal arms and narcotics supply networks and solved an attempt to murder case, leading to the arrest of nine individuals in Amritsar. The operations resulted in the recovery of multiple pistols, live cartridges, and 4 kilograms of heroin.
J&K: Drug peddlers property worth Rs 13.05 crore attached in Anantnag
Digital Desk | Srinagar, Nov 14 (IANS) Police in J&Ks Anantnag district said on Saturday it has attached immovable property belonging to a drug peddler worth Rs 13.05 crore. A statement said police attached immovable properties worth around Rs 13.05 crore belonging to an alleged drug peddler in the Bijbehara area of south Kashmirs Anantnag district under the provisions of the NDPS Act. The action was carried out by Police Station Bijbehara against Abdul Gani Dar, son of Ali Mohammad Dar, a resident of Tulkhun, Bijbehara, who is involved in multiple cases registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, they said. The attached properties include a double-storey concrete residential house and 17 kanals and 15 marlas of commercial and agricultural land, with an assessed value of Rs 13.05 crore, officials said. They said the attachment was part of the polices sustained action against drug trafficking and aimed at dismantling the financial networks of drug peddlers by targeting proceeds generated through illegal activities. Jammu and Kashmir Police has intensified its statewide crackdown against drug trafficking and peddlers, registering multiple cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and seizing large quantities of contraband. Multiple arrests have been made in Anantnag, Bijbehara, Uttrasoo, Pahalgam, and Kulgam. Police recovered heroin, cannabis powder, charas, and over 13 kg of bung bosa during separate naka checking operations. Srinagar Police and district teams have launched surprise checkpoint (naka) interceptions, arresting peddlers carrying substantial quantities of heroin and illicit substances. Samba and Jammu Police units have busted inter-state drug and arms networks, apprehending multiple habitual and hardcore peddlers coming from neighbouring states like Punjab and seizing heroin (chitta) and vehicles used in transit. All apprehended suspects are booked under strict provisions of the NDPS Act, with vehicles and cash assets tied to narcotics syndicates being seized.
Vihaan Malhotra, Uday Saharan Star As Punjab Beat Haryana In Last-Over SMAT Thriller
Vihaan Malhotra smashed a blistering 86 while Uday Saharan produced a late assault with an unbeaten 42 off just 18 balls as Punjab chased down a challenging 191-run target to beat Haryana by four wickets in a Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Group B match on Saturday.
After 6 years, SAD, BJP may joins hands again, talks underway
Speculation is rife about a potential reunion between the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for the 2027 Punjab Assembly polls, with seat-sharing negotiations reportedly underway. A formal announcement could come this month. Union Minister C R Patil's upcoming visit to Punjab and recent meetings involving Amarinder Singh and Sukhbir Singh Badal have further fuelled these rumours, despite internal BJP divisions on the alliance.
Four killed, 18 injured after two pilgrimage buses collide in Punjab's Tarn Taran
The injured were rushed to the Civil Hospital in Tarn Taran and those critically injured were referred to a hospital in Amritsar
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini slams AAP government over drug menace, crime in Punjab
Nayab Singh Saini also questioned the fairness and transparency of the recruitment process in government jobs in Punjab
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann launches Punjab Da Crorepati quiz; winner to get Rs 1 crore
Punjab residents aged 15 to 30 can participate in the newly announced quiz contest called 'Punjab Da Crorepati'. The competition aims to test knowledge in various subjects, including history and culture, and offers substantial cash rewards. Participants can register through the mobile app available on Google Play and Apple App Store. The contest consists of multiple online rounds followed by district-level competitions culminating in a grand finale.
IPL Trade: Harshal Patel set for SRH to GT switch in all-cash deal
Harshal Patel previously represented Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings, besides SRH, and will now return to the franchise where his family roots are
Haryana Chief Minister Takes Aim At Bhagwant Mann Ahead Of 2027 Punjab Polls
Taking a sharp dig at Mann, Nayab Singh Saini branded the Punjab government a Chutkulon Ki Sarkar, saying jokes might entertain people in cinema halls but could not run a government.
BJP Old Guard In Punjab Resists Akali Alliance, Sukhbir Badal A Sticking Point
Senior BJP leader Harjit Singh Grewal has openly acknowledged a divide between the party's old guard, which opposes a tie-up with the Akalis, and leaders who have joined the BJP from other parties. This is a decision to be taken by the party high command, he said.
CM Bhagwant Mann Announces 'Punjab Da Crorepati' Contest: Eligibility, Cash Prize And More
The Punjab Da Crorepati contest will have a total of 11 rounds, of which nine will be held on an online portal.
Harshal Patel Likely To Move To GT From SRH Via Trade Deal Ahead Of IPL 2027 Retention Deadline
Indians Praful Hinge: India fast bowler Harshal Patel is likely to move to Gujarat Titans (GT) from Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) through a trade deal ahead of the 2027 IPL retention deadline on November 17. According to a report by Cricinfo on Saturday, the two franchises have settled on a cash-only deal worth Rs 4 crore, with the amount to be taken off GTs auction purse. That amount is only half of the Rs 8 crore SRH spent on him at the 2025 IPL mega auction. For GT, the interest is hardly sudden. They chased him in 2024 and dropped out at Rs 10.5 crore, with Punjab Kings finally securing him for Rs 11.75 crore. GT returned to the bidding for Patel in the 2025 auction as well, but stepped aside when the price reached Rs 6.5 crore. The move would also bring Patel back to the state where his roots lie. The right-arm pacer hails from Ahmedabad and moved back to represent Gujarat in domestic cricket from the 2025/26 season. At GT, who won the IPL in 2022, Patel will join Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Jason Holder and Ashok Sharma in the seam-bowling department. In IPL 2025, Patel picked up 16 wickets in 13 games, but in the last season he played just five times and did not take a wicket, while conceding 10.82 an over. The team leaned on uncapped Indians Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain instead to lead their fast-bowling charge. Patel, who played 25 T20Is for India and picked 29 scalps, has two IPL Purple Caps against his name - from 2021 with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), where he picked 32 wickets, and 2024 with Punjab Kings (PBKS), where he took 24 wickets. GT would be his fifth franchise after being with RCB, SRH, PBKS and Delhi Capitals (DC) since his IPL debut in 2012. In IPL, Harshal has played 124 matches and picked 151 wickets, with an average of 24.68, economy rate of 8.92 and best individual figures of 5-27. Previously, SRH, the IPL 2016 winners, brought in left-arm pacer T Natarajan from DC and then got Khaleel Ahmed and Nathan Ellis from Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in a four-player exchange. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
At least four people were killed and 14 others injured after two buses carrying pilgrims collided head-on on National Highway-54 in Punjab's Tarn Taran district on Saturday evening. The accident took place around 4 pm when...
Delhi AQI at 367; rain may bring relief
Delhi's air quality stayed in the very poor bracket on Saturday, though the India Meteorological Department noted that upcoming rainfall could bring marginal relief over the next few days.The capital recorded a 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 367a slight dip from Friday's reading of 373keeping it firmly in the very poor range. Both the Air Quality Early Warning System (AQEWS) and the Air Quality Early Warning System (EWS) for Delhi forecast modest improvements ahead, noting that PM2.5 and PM10 levels are expected to drop over the next 48 hours.Across the 59 active monitoring stations reporting data on Saturday:17 recorded severe levels38 fell into the very poor range3 registered as poor1 was in the moderate zonePer Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) standards, AQI readings are categorized as good (050), satisfactory (51100), moderate (101200), poor (201300), very poor (301400), and severe (401500).Key pollution driversPrimary Pollutant: PM10 was the main pollutant affecting the national capital on Saturday.Sectoral Breakdown: Data from the Decision Support System (DSS) indicated that vehicular transport was the top contributor to Delhi's pollution at 20.5%, followed by stubble burning at 13.3%.Regional farm-fire dataA bulletin from the Indian Agricultural Research Institute's Consortium for Research on Agroecosystem Monitoring and Modelling from Space (CREAMS) Laboratory reported 537 satellite-detected crop residue-burning incidents across six states on Saturday:Madhya Pradesh: 246Punjab: 214Uttar Pradesh: 33Rajasthan: 33Haryana: 11Between September 15 and November 13, satellites tracked a cumulative total of 11,342 farm fires across these regions.
Fatal Bus Collision in Punjab Claims Four Lives and Leaves Many Injured
A tragic bus accident in Tarn Taran, Punjab, resulted in four deaths and numerous injuries, involving two buses carrying pilgrims. Fatal Bus Collision in Punjab Claims Four Lives and Leaves Many Injured
BJP, SAD hold seat-sharing talks for Punjab polls
