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Political Turmoil Erupts After ASIs Murder in Punjab
The murder of ASI Harjeet Singh in Amritsar has sparked political outrage, with opposition leaders criticizing the governments handling of law and order. Political Turmoil Erupts After ASIs Murder in Punjab
Raghav Chadha Flags Off Drug-Free Punjab Campaign in Pathankot
Raghav Chadha and BJP President Nitin Nabin launch a campaign in Pathankot aimed at combating Punjabs drug crisis. Raghav Chadha Flags Off Drug-Free Punjab Campaign in Pathankot
Polls in sight: AAPs 2.7L workers to cover every household in Punjab
Raghav Chadha Launches Drug-Free Punjab Campaign with BJP President Nitin Naveen in Pathankot
Raghav Chadha criticizes the AAP government while launching the Drug-Free Punjab campaign with BJPs Nitin Naveen in Pathankot. Raghav Chadha Launches Drug-Free Punjab Campaign with BJP President Nitin Naveen in Pathankot
Pilot holds AAP, BJP responsible for Punjab drug crisis
BJP Launches Anti-Drug Yatra In Punjab
Before flagging off the yatra, he paid floral tributes to Bharatiya Jana Sangh founder Syama Prasad Mookerjee: Reports
Congress MP alleges BJP-AAP deal to split anti-BJP votes in Goa and Punjab
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Punjab Government Increases DA for Employees and Pensioners Ahead of Festivals
The Punjab government raises the Dearness Allowance for 800,000 employees and pensioners by 8% to provide financial relief before the festivals. Punjab Government Increases DA for Employees and Pensioners Ahead of Festivals
SAD chief criticises Punjab government over law and order after ASI killed in Amritsar
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Drug abuse a threat to Punjabs identity, says BJP president
The people seek a rising Punjab, not an Udta Punjab, the time has come for a decisive fight, Nabin said
Scottish citizen Jagtar Singh Johal gets bail in seven NIA cases from the Delhi High Court. Learn about his expected release timeline, UK travel restrictions, and the status of his ongoing trials. The post Jagtar Singh Johal Bail: When Will He Be Released? Exclusive Interview with Advocate Jaspal Singh Manjhpur appeared first on Sikh Siyasat News .
Northern Railway's Jammu division to run 3 special trains to meet festival rush
Jammu, Sep 18: To meet the anticipated festival rush and facilitate passenger movement, the Northern Railway's Jammu division will operate three special trains connecting Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, Jammu Tawi, Varanasi and New Delhi from next month. Terming the decision a ig gift to rail passengers, a railway spokesperson said the operation of the three reserved trains will help clear the extra rush and waiting list during Dussehra, Diwali and Chhath Puja. The Railway has decided to operate three pairs of reserved festival special trains via Jammu Division. The operation of these trains will not only make it easier for passengers to secure confirmed tickets but will also ensure a more comfortable and safe journey, the spokesman said. He said the first train, 04604/04603 Katra-Varanasi-Katra Special, will make nine trips in each direction. The train departing from Katra will run every Sunday from October 4 to November 29, at 6:15 PM, while the train departing from Varanasi will run every Tuesday from October 6 to December 1 at 4:30 AM, the spokesman said. He further said that the train will halt at Jammu Tawi, Pathankot Cantt, Jalandhar Cantt, Ludhiana, Ambala Cantt, Saharanpur, Moradabad, Bareilly, Alamnagar, Rae Bareli and Pratapgarh, among other stations. The spokesman said the second train, 04610/04609 Jammu Tawi-Varanasi-Jammu Tawi Special, will also make nine trips in each direction. Train 04610 will run every Thursday from October 1 to November 26, while 04609 will operate every Friday from October 2 to November 27, providing additional connectivity to passengers from Pathankot, Jalandhar, Ambala, Saharanpur, Moradabad, Shahjahanpur, Lucknow and Sultanpur. The third train, 04081/04082 New Delhi-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Festival Special, will make four trips in each direction to meet the Dussehra rush. Train 04081 will operate on October 8, 9, 10 and 11, while 04082 will run on October 9, 10, 11 and 12, providing direct connectivity between New Delhi and Katra. The spokesman said these trains will directly connect two of the most important religious places in North India, besides providing direct and fast connectivity to commuters from Delhi, Haryana and Punjab. He said running of these trains would reduce pressure on regular trains and will provide relief to passengers from the rush for tickets during festivals.
Punjab Kings Wrap Up Four-day Off-season Conditioning Camp In Bengaluru
Indian Premier League: Punjab Kings on Friday said they have concluded a four-day off-season physical preparation camp aimed at sharpening player fitness and recovery ahead of the upcoming domestic season and their next Indian Premier League (IPL) campaign. The camp, conducted in collaboration with Stance Health from September 14 to 17, brought together several key franchise players including Shashank Singh, Priyansh Arya, Pyla Avinash, and Vishal Nishad. The sessions prioritised athletic readiness, integrating customized strength and conditioning routines, mobility drills, structured nutrition plans, and advanced recovery protocols. The short camp came after a skill-focused camp held in New Chandigarh last month, with the franchise planning further specialized training modules across the country as part of a year-round preparation cycle. This is the first fitness camp that has taken place this year. Everyone feels that the IPL is a three-month tournament, but it is not. It is a proper 12-month commitment for players competing at this level. If you want to compete with the best in one of the worlds top leagues, you have to work that hard. This camp is focused entirely on fitness, diet, and training, and we are making sure to tick all the boxes well ahead of the season, Shashank said in a statement by the franchise. Highlighting the structured daily routine, lower-order batting all-rounder Shashank added, In the morning we start with mobility and gym work, followed by a team lunch. In the evening we move into conditioning, and we finish the day with pool or recovery sessions. That routine gives us quality time together, and that is how we grow both as individuals and as a unit. Building strong bonds off the field is just as vital as our performance on it. Left-handed opener Arya noted that tailored physical management and rapid recovery still remain crucial factors for sustained performance. As the season approaches, our focus is to get as much quality training as possible and achieve peak physical condition. The facilities here, especially the dedicated physio support and strength and conditioning programmes, are tailored specifically for our individual needs. In modern cricket, fast and efficient recovery is what makes the real difference over a long season. He also praised the franchises active involvement in terms of player development during the off-season. The IPL might be played across three months, but Punjab Kings actively tracks our progress and supports us for the full nine months of the off-season. Whether we need to train in Mumbai, Bengaluru, or attend camps in Chandigarh, the franchise arranges everything within a day. Having that level of backing throughout the year gives a player immense confidence, he added. He also praised the franchises active involvement in terms of player development during the off-season. The IPL might be played across three months, but Punjab Kings actively tracks our progress and supports us for the full nine months of the off-season. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The management, players, and owners treat us like family rather than just a professional setup, and that environment inspires you to give 110 percent on the field, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Punjab Assembly polls: AAP to begin door-to-door outreach campaign
AAP leader Manish Sisodia says that through booth committee members, the party would reach every household and highlight the work of the incumbent government in Punjab
SC stays Punjab & Haryana HC ruling striking down Income-tax Section 147A
The dispute concerns whether tax reassessment notices can be issued by jurisdictional assessing officers or must be routed through the faceless assessment mechanism
A division bench of the Delhi High Court has earlier today granted bail to British national Jagtar Singh Johal in the remaining cases registered against him under Indias controversial Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The post Bringing Jagtar Singh Johal home after 9 years of false imprisonment moves one step closer: Sikh Federation UK appeared first on Sikh Siyasat News .
Supreme Court stays Punjab and Haryana HC judgment in JAO tax notice case
Many individuals and companies had moved various high courts challenging proceedings initiated directly by JAOs. In April, the SC, while hearing a batch of appeals on the issue, sent them back to the respective high courts to consider the new retro provision, including its constitutional validity and retrospective effect.
Breaking Rohits Record For Fastest T20I Ton One Of My Biggest Achievements, Says Abhishek
Eclipsing Rohit Sharma: Eclipsing Rohit Sharmas record for fastest mens T20I century by an India batter through smashing a breathtaking 30-ball century against Afghanistan, left-handed opener Abhishek Sharma said achieving this at the Arun Jaitley Stadium stands as a defining milestone and attributed the blistering knock to a fearless team environment backing him to play aggressively. Abhishek tore into the Afghanistan bowling attack by hitting 108 off just 34 balls and took India to a formidable 221/7, as they won by 127 runs to win the series 3-0. His 30-ball century broke the record for the fastest T20I hundred by a Test-playing nation batter, surpassing the previous record of 33-ball tons held by Zimbabwe's Sikandar Raza and New Zealand's Finn Allen. The fastest overall hundred in T20 cricket remains Sahil Chauhans 27-ball effort for Estonia. Abhishek brought up his landmark century, his third ton in the format, with a quick single before dropping into a brief meditation pose on the pitch to celebrate. He was eventually dismissed by leg-spinner Rashid Khan, but after hitting nine boundaries and 11 sixes. It's a big achievement, not for just me, for all the Indians I could probably say, because I still remember the way Rohit bhaji used to play T20 cricket, I really loved and enjoyed when I was watching back at home and breaking that record, it's one of my biggest achievements for now, Abhishek said in a video posted on bcci.tv on Friday. Highlighting the firm backing from head coach Gautam Gambhir and T20I captain Shreyas Iyer, Abhishek stated that minor setbacks like the defeats in Ireland and England did not diminish the batting unit's aggressive blueprint built over the last two years. I said on the first day as well when I got the Man of the Match award, we dominated the whole two years before the World Cup and probably just after the World Cup, 1-2 series can't define our betting department and the way we want to play. It's our responsibility as a batter to make sure we create that atmosphere again, where we have freedom to just go and express ourselves. Big mention to coach and captain because once they are on your side, I feel it gives you more freedom and confidence. Abhishek further revealed that Gambhir explicitly tasked him with driving that high-tempo mindset from the outset by giving a pep talk in the pre-match team huddle in Punjabi. I still remember in the first practice session when we spoke about how we want to dominate again and in that process you have to be fearless, you have to think about the team always. I still remember once I started when Sky was there, so he always wanted me to utilise the power play, because if you see a T20 game is mostly about the power-plays. So that's what GG bhai was saying - he wanted me to just create that atmosphere and create that in the team dressing room where you can just go and be fearless and play the way you want and express yourself, he explained. GG bhai came to me before the game only that I have to speak in the huddle, so I asked him if I can speak in Punjabi, because I feel when a Punjabi speaks in Punjabi, it actually motivates the whole team. I called the team Soormas, that means warriors. Soormas are those who always play in their way and win the games, so that's why I wanted to create that intent in the team just before the game, he added. Addressing his team-mates in the huddle, Abhishek rallied the Indian team by saying, Im going to speak in Punjabi. So, boys, we are going to play like Soormas. Soorma means warriors. The way weve been playing this entire series, thats exactly how we need to finish it today. Warriors never show mercy to anyone. We arent letting them off the hook today. Look at the crowd, well have to give them full entertainment. Alright? Otherwise, let's smash it. Chak de phatte, nap de killi, subah Jalandhar, shaam nu Dilli. Explaining the light-hearted ending to his speech, Abhishek said, After that, as I said, because we are playing in Delhi, so we have this line, I think Navjot Singh Sidhu sir used to say a lot, so that's what I wanted to make it a bit lighter atmosphere in the team. Off the park, Abhishek credited meditation and visualization routines for helping him maintain mental clarity under pressure. I mean, yes, I was manifesting this because the things I can't tell what I'm getting from meditation and I just wanted to convey in this way because that's how as a cricketer audience and people would enjoy and they would listen to you. Explaining the light-hearted ending to his speech, Abhishek said, After that, as I said, because we are playing in Delhi, so we have this line, I think Navjot Singh Sidhu sir used to say a lot, so that's what I wanted to make it a bit lighter atmosphere in the team. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Whoever youngsters who wants to learn something new, I feel this is something which I've recovered, which I've discovered actually from last six months, seven months and it actually helped me a lot and just being a bit more spiritual, that's it. Article Source: IANS
Delhi HC grants bail to UK national Jagtar Singh Johal after 8 years in custody
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) The Delhi High Court on Friday granted bail to UK national Jagtar Singh Johal alias Jaggi in seven cases arising out of alleged terror-related conspiracies in Punjab, holding that his continued incarceration of more than eight years, coupled with the slow progress of the trial, warranted his release on bail. A Bench of Justices Navin Chawla and Ravinder Dudeja set aside the orders passed by the trial court and directed Johal's release on bail in all seven cases, subject to stringent conditions, including surrender of his passport, regular appearance before the trial court and restrictions on contacting witnesses or making public statements about the pending trial. Johal has been in custody since November 4, 2017 and is facing charges under various provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), the Indian Penal Code and the Arms Act in cases relating to alleged conspiracies involving targeted killings and terrorist activities in Punjab. According to the chargesheet in one of the cases, Johal allegedly travelled from the UK to France to deliver GBP 3,000 to Harminder Singh alias Mintoo, with the prosecution claiming that a part of the money was subsequently given to another accused to motivate him to join the Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF). The Delhi High Court recorded that the allegations against Johal in the seven cases were substantially similar and therefore considered his appeals through a common judgment. The appeals had earlier been dismissed by a Coordinate Bench of the High Court in September 2024. Johal challenged that decision before the Supreme Court, which in July 2026 set aside the order and remitted the matters to the High Court for fresh consideration on merits, without going into the question of limitation. In its latest order, the High Court said that more than eight years had been spent in custody, while only 40 prosecution witnesses had been examined and another 123 witnesses were yet to be examined. Though the charges stand framed against the appellant in the aforesaid RCs, only 40 witnesses have so far been examined and we are informed that there are another 123 witnesses whose testimony is yet to be recorded, the Justice Chawla-led Bench said. It further observed that around 63 witnesses were common to the different cases and, despite this, the trial was certainly not likely to conclude any time soon. It also took note of the fact that despite repeated directions issued by the Supreme Court for expediting the trial, the proceedings had not picked up sufficiently and even the evidence of protected witnesses had not been recorded. The High Court rejected the NIA's contention that Johal's status as a foreign national, and the possibility of his being a flight risk, by itself justified continued detention. The liberty of the appellant cannot be curtailed only on this ground. Instead, we shall impose conditions that should ensure that he does not become a flight risk, the judgment said. It also declined to deny bail on the ground that some witnesses had complained of threats, observing that no material had been placed before it to show that such threats were emanating from Johal or at his behest. The Delhi High Court directed Johal to furnish a personal bond of Rs 5 lakh with two sureties of the like amount and surrender his passport, if any. Among other conditions, he has been directed to use only one mobile phone or landline number, keep it switched on, furnish his residential and contact details to the Investigating Officer and trial court, and report to the Investigating Officer once every fortnight or as directed by the trial court. He has also been barred from directly or indirectly contacting, influencing or threatening any prosecution or protected witness and from tampering with evidence. The High Court further directed him not to make any public statement through print, electronic or social media concerning the merits of the case, evidence, witnesses or pending trial. Johal has also been restrained from joining WhatsApp groups or other social media platforms where anti-national material is uploaded, circulated or propagated, and from uploading, sharing, disseminating or circulating such material. The High Court made it clear that any breach of the conditions would entitle the prosecution to seek cancellation of bail before the appropriate court.
'Rarest Of Rare': UP Man Gets Death Penalty For Rape, Murder Of Minor Boy In Punjab
The case dates back to September 9, 2023, when the five-year-old was allegedly abducted while playing outside his house in New Deep Nagar.
'Can become Prime Minister of Pakistan or Italy': Shehzad Poonawalla's swipe at Rahul Gandhi
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) Political analyst and former BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla on Friday took a swipe at the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, saying that he can become the Prime Minister of Pakistan or of any of those countries where he goes on vacations. Speaking exclusively to IANS, Poonawalla said: Rahul Gandhi can become the Prime Minister but perhaps of Pakistan. If he prefers, of Italy, or whichever country he frequently visits, like Bangkokif he wishes to take citizenship there, he could become Prime Minister of that country, since he spends most of his time abroad anyway. In India, he only visits briefly between his vacations. He (Rahul Gandhi) could certainly become Prime Minister of those countries, but here, in 2029, Narendra Modi will be re-elected India's Prime Minister with an even bigger margin. In 2034, if he decides to contest, he will become Prime Minister then as well. In 2027, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will return with an even greater margin than the BJP received in 2017 Assembly polls, he asserted. He expressed optimism that under BJP President Nitin Nabin's leadership, the party will form governments in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, even in Punjab and emerge victorious in the 2029 Lok Sabha polls. The former BJP leader added: PM Modi will become the country's Prime Minister for the fourth time. Those who are unable to digest this fact can keep crying. Shehzad Poonawalla also shed light on his decision to resign from the BJP, saying that he had been considering a transition to the private sector after the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Poonawalla added that he had always intended to return to the private sector after the 2024 elections, but decided to continue working with the BJP for some more time due to the political situation following the polls. After the 2024 elections, it was in my mind to transition to the private sector. The reason behind this was that when I joined politics in 2021 and became the national spokesperson of the BJP, I had previously been in the media. Before that, I drew a regular salary, he said.
Satinder Sartaaj explores love and longing with
Mumbai Punjabi singer and songwriter Satinder Sartaaj has opened up about his latest song Guzarish. He described it as a The post Satinder Sartaaj explores love and longing with Guzarish: The simplest yet most beautiful feeling appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Digital Desk | Pathankot, Sep 18 (IANS) Saying Punjab faces an enemy that doesnt wear a uniform and sneaks silently into villages and homes, BJP National President, Nitin Nabin, on Friday rolled out the 13-day-long 'Drug-Free Punjab Journey from Pathankot, that will cover 4,000-kms across all 117 Assembly seats. Nabin said he had come from Patna, the land of Guru Gobind Singh, to Punjab. From there (Patna), I have brought just one message: That this drug-free campaign must be taken to every nook and corner of Punjab, and by joining hands with every single Punjabi, we must strengthen this campaign, he said, while addressing a gathering at the launch of the partys campaign in the election-bound state that shares a border with Pakistan. I have come with a call to make Punjab completely drug-free, he said at the flag-off event of the first march from Ekta Sthal at Madhopur in Pathankot district. Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to address the concluding rally in Jalandhar on September 30. Just hours before the launch, a convoy of senior party leader Ravneet Singh Bittu was attacked when he was on the way to attend the event. BJP President Nabin said, Todays day is very special for me as well. I have come with that issue, on which the pain and agony is being heard in every home of Punjab. I have come to connect myself with that pain. Our young Punjabis, whenever a threat loomed on the country's borders, or looms even now, stand ready at the frontlines with rifles in hand. But today, Punjab faces an enemy that doesnt wear a uniform; it sneaks silently into our villages and homes, gradually ensnaring entire families in its grip. This enemy is none other than addiction, and its mafia, the ones we must resolve to eradicate. He added that he had come to the heroic land of Pathankot not just to embark on a journey, but to begin a new battle for Punjab with a resolve. Just now, I was offering floral tribute at the statue of Shyama Prasad Mukherjee. This very place in Pathankot is where, when he was on his way to oppose Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, he was arrested. After that, the BJP fought a long battle. I, too, got the opportunity to go to Kashmir in 2012, he said. The BJP chief further asserted that he was saying this today because if a BJP worker or leader takes any resolve, they also possess the strength to take it to fruition and complete it. We struggled for a long time, but throughout our entire struggle, resolve was tied to us. That was the reason we freed Jammu and Kashmir from Article 370 in 2019. Without mincing words, Nabin, who was sporting a saffron coloured turban, said, I have come to stand in solidarity with the people amid this suffering. We must take this 'Nasha Mukt' campaign to every corner of Punjab and strengthen it by uniting with every Punjabi and every community in the state. When the BJP, its workers and its leadership, undertake a pledge, it possesses the determination and capability to see it through to fruition.
Satinder Sartaaj explores love and longing with Guzarish: The simplest yet most beautiful feeling
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 18 (IANS) Punjabi singer and songwriter Satinder Sartaaj has opened up about his latest song Guzarish. He described it as a heartfelt take on love, longing, and the simple joy of wanting to see someone special. Speaking about the song, Satinder said, Guzarish is a song about the simplest yet most beautiful feeling, the desire to see someone you love. Sometimes, just the thought of meeting that person can fill your heart with happiness. I wanted to bring that feeling into the song through its melody and emotions, keeping it honest and relatable. I believe the beauty of music lies in how it allows each listener to connect with their own memories and feelings. I hope Guzarish brings a little warmth to everyone who listens to it and becomes a part of their own love story. Guzarish, directed by Sandeep Sharma, is a soulful Sufi romantic song about the joy of meeting someone you have been missing and longing to see. The song tells the story of a lover whose greatest wish is to meet his beloved. When they finally meet, her presence fills his heart with happiness and makes everything feel more peaceful and complete. The track is written, composed and sung by Satinder Sartaaj. Set against a beautiful backdrop, the video shows Sartaaj falling in love with a woman and expressing his feelings through his soulful performance. He brings his natural charm to the role of a romantic lover who is completely drawn to his beloved. Satinder Sartaaj is known for his soulful Sufi music, poetic lyrics and efforts to promote Punjabi culture through his work. Over the years, he has delivered several popular tracks, including Jaiye Sajana, Udaarian, Sajjan Raazi, Ikko Mikke, Rutba, Titli, and Nilami. Apart from music, Sartaaj has also explored acting. He made his acting debut in the historical film The Black Prince, in which he portrayed Maharaja Duleep Singh. He later appeared in acclaimed Punjabi films such as Kali Jotta and Ikko Mikke.
Canal Water 88% in Punjab: CM Bhagwant Mann Hails Groundwater Rebound Up to 5 Meters
Punjab government raises dearness allowance by 8% after union talks
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Ravneet Bittu claims his convoy attacked near Batala, accuses AAP workers
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 18 (IANS) BJP leader and former Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu on Friday alleged that his cavalcade was attacked near Batala in Punjab while he was on his way to Pathankot to participate in the launch of the party's 'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra'. Bittu claimed that a group of people surrounded his convoy, hurled eggs and tomatoes, and damaged the windows of escort vehicles. He also alleged that some of those involved were carrying weapons. The incident reportedly took place on the Amritsar-Pathankot highway. State BJP President Kewal Dhillon strongly condemned the attack on Bittu. Even before the Nasha Mukt Yatra could begin, the Aam Aadmi Party has become rattled, Dhillon wrote on X. Today, before the yatra commenced, AAP workers attacked the convoy of Bharatiya Janata Party leader and former Union Minister of State for Railways, Ravneet Singh Bittu. Eggs and tomatoes were thrown at the vehicles in his convoy, and the windows of the vehicles were smashed. I strongly condemn this attack, he wrote. At the same time, he warned Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and party national convener Arvind Kejriwal that the BJPs soldiers will not be intimidated by such cowardly acts carried out by you and your drug mafia. We will take our fight against drugs to its logical conclusion. I also urge the Punjab DGP to take immediate action against those responsible. Instead of functioning like AAP volunteers, the Punjab Police should perform its role as a professional police force, the BJP state chief added. In a video, Bittu alleged that a group of more than 200 people surrounded and disrupted his cavalcade, pelting his vehicles with stones and eggs. He claimed that those involved were supporters of the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and alleged that some police personnel were facilitating the confrontation. He said such incidents are a grave threat to democracy and the safety of political leaders.
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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announces 8% dearness allowance for employees
Amid the festive season, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has announced a significant 8 per cent increase in dearness allowance (DA).Employee unions met with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann in Chandigarh on Friday and reached an agreement on the pending dearness allowance (DA). Afterwards, the government decided to increase the DA by eight per cent.
Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav visits slain ASI Harjit Singh
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BJP Leader Bittu Alleges Attack On Convoy Before Anti-Drug Yatra Launch In Punjab
Ravneet Bittu claims attack on his cavalcade near Punjab's Batala
Mr. Bittu claimed that over 100 AAP workers targeted the cavalcade, and hurled stones and eggs at it
Nitin Nabin alleges political protection behind Punjab drug menace
Digital Desk | Ujjain, Sep 18 (IANS) BJP national president Nitin Nabin on Friday alleged that Punjab's youth, particularly those from farming families, had been pushed towards drug addiction and claimed that the menace had flourished under political patronage. Speaking to reporters in Ujjain before departing for Punjab to participate in the BJP's anti-drug campaign, Nabin said the state's younger generation had been rendered directionless due to the growing drug problem. The younger generation of Punjab, which emerged from hardworking farming families and contributed significantly to the state's identity, has been pushed towards drug addiction and deprived of its direction, he said, adding that the youth, who could have played a crucial role in Punjab's development and future growth, had instead fallen victim to substance abuse. Nabin also alleged that political parties in Punjab had raised the issue of drug abuse for electoral gains but failed to address it after coming to power. Today, I believe that political parties there also raised the issue of drug abuse only to gain power and, after coming to power, treated it as a business and made it a centre of their activities. These things continued under political protection, the BJP chief said. Nabin's visit to Punjab comes amid the BJP's efforts to highlight drug abuse as a major social and political issue in the state. He is scheduled to join the party's anti-drug programme and address the issue of drug addiction among the youth. Before leaving for Punjab, Nabin visited the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain early Friday morning and participated in the Bhasma Aarti. He spent around one-and-a-half hours in the Nandi Hall witnessing the ritual and later offered prayers at the temple threshold. Madhya Pradesh BJP president Hemant Khandelwal and BJP MP Anil Firojiya also accompanied him during the temple visit. Nabin arrived in Madhya Pradesh on Thursday and participated in an event in Ujjain where 2.5 million earthen lamps were lit as part of programmes organised to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday. He said this was his first Mahakal darshan after becoming BJP national president and that he had prayed for the happiness, peace and good health of the people of the country.
SC stays Punjab and Haryana HC ruling declaring IT Act's Section 147A unconstitutional
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Friday stayed the operation of a Punjab and Haryana High Court judgment which had declared Section 147A of the Income Tax Act, 1961 unconstitutional and set aside reassessment notices issued by jurisdictional Assessing Officers. A bench of Justices J.B. Pardiwala and K. Vinod Chandran passed the interim order while hearing a special leave petition (SLP) filed by the Union of India and other Income Tax authorities challenging the High Court judgment passed on September 10. In the interim, the apex court directed that the assessment proceedings shall not proceed further until the final disposal of the main matter and ordered that the case be listed for final hearing on December 3. The impugned judgment and order passed by the High Court shall remain stayed on the condition that the assessment proceedings shall not proceed further till the final disposal of the main matter, the Justice Pardiwala-led Bench ordered. The proceedings stemmed from a batch of petitions before the Punjab and Haryana High Court challenging the constitutional validity of Section 147A of the Income Tax Act, introduced retrospectively with effect from April 1, 2021, through the Finance Bill, 2026. The petitioners had sought a declaration that Section 147A was ultra vires Articles 14, 19(1)(g) and 265 of the Constitution. They also challenged notices issued under Section 148 of the Act, contending that the notices had not been issued through the automated allocation mechanism prescribed under Section 151A of the Act and the scheme framed thereunder. The High Court, in its judgment pronounced on September 10, had held that the retrospective introduction of Section 147A could not override the existing statutory framework requiring randomised allocation and faceless proceedings. A Division Bench of Justices Deepak Sibal and Rupinderjit Chahal had observed that Section 147A sought to clarify that an Assessing Officer for the purposes of Sections 148 and 148A would mean an officer other than the National Faceless Assessment Centre or an assessment unit referred to under Section 144B. It recorded that the Supreme Court, in an earlier order passed on April 10, had set aside earlier judgments in the matter on the limited ground that the legislative position had subsequently been altered and remitted the cases to the respective High Courts for fresh consideration. The apex court had then left open all questions concerning the validity, scope, effect, retrospectivity and applicability of the amended provision, while granting an interim stay on further assessment or reassessment proceedings pursuant to the impugned notices. After examining the challenge afresh, the Punjab and Haryana High Court said it had o hesitation to declare Section 147A of the Act to be unconstitutional. It further held that, even independently of Section 147A, the notices issued under Section 148 by the jurisdictional Assessing Officers were not sustainable because they had not been issued through the process of randomised allocation and in a faceless manner as mandated under Section 151A of the Act read with the scheme dated March 29, 2022. It accordingly directed that the notices issued under Section 148 to the petitioners be set aside and allowed the batch of writ petitions. The Union government, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), Deputy Commissioner of Income Tax, and the National Faceless Assessment Centre (NFAC) subsequently approached the Supreme Court against the judgment.
Lahore meetings signal ISI plans for multi-front drug push into India
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) Earlier this month, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that the war on drugs had entered an intensive mission mode for 2026-29, making it clear that this objective of making the country drug-free would be achieved under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, even as Indian agencies warn that Pakistan is looking to ramp up narcotics smuggling into India on a very large scale. Intercepts suggest that multiple meetings have been held between officials of the ISI, members of the Dawood Ibrahim syndicate and other narcotics smugglers in recent weeks. An Intelligence Bureau official said that the latest meeting that was held last month in Lahore, discussed multiple ways of pushing more drugs into India through the borders of both Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir. The ISI not only wants more money to fund terror groups, but also seeks to challenge the Narendra Modi administration, which has launched a massive attack on narcotics smuggling, the official added. An official said that the next couple of months would be extremely challenging. Going by the intercepts that have been picked up in Pakistan, the writing on the wall is clear. The agencies do not just have to battle against the existing networks and tactics, but will also have to counter emerging tactics that the ISI would look to deploy, the official said. While the ISI wants the primary focus of narcotic smuggling to be at the borders with Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir, it is also looking at other borders as well. Pakistan will look to work closely with the cartels operating at the Golden Triangle, the border region where Myanmar, Laos and Thailand meet. This cartel focuses extensively on heroin and synthetic drug trafficking, the official said. Another official said that the smuggling at the Golden Triangle affects the northeastern states the most. The ISI is known to have backed several insurgent groups in this region and would look to help them raise funds with the help of drug money, the official said. The ISI is aware that the northeast is a sensitive region and hence, along with the push being made in Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir, it would look to focus on this region as well, the official said. Pakistan also has the southern states very much on its radar as well. The likes of Haji Salim focus immensely on this region. If one notices the pattern, the ISI has been backing Salim heavily so that he can ramp up operations in the southern states, officials say. With the agencies being on a relentless pursuit of narcotics smugglers, the recent meetings held in Lahore indicate that they want to corner India from all sides. It is a three-pronged approach that is aimed at raising funds for terror, stressing the Indian agencies, and also challenging the Narendra Modi governments vision of a drug-free India. Officials point out that the ISI has instructed its cartels and stooges not to rely only on drones for narcotics smuggling. The instruction is to use every tool at its disposal to push drugs into India. In this battle against narcotics smuggling, the Indian agencies would not just deal with the drones, but also smuggling that takes place using the land and sea routes. In addition to this, the ISI has also instructed the drug cartels to ramp up recruitment in India specifically to push drugs within the country. These cartels have been majorly challenged by the Indian security agencies, owing to which they are falling short of carriers to supply drugs. This explains the decision to spruce up recruitment in India. Between 2014 and 2026, statistics show that the law enforcement agencies have registered 8,75,000 cases and arrested 10,97,000 people, including smugglers, carriers and individuals linked to drug networks. In the previous decade between 2004 and 2014, the number of arrests stood at 1,95,000. Further, 747 foreign nationals, primarily from Nigeria, Nepal, and Myanmar, were arrested in 2025, compared to the 660 and 735 arrests made in 2024 and 2023, respectively. Additionally, five high-profile traffickers such as Salim Dola have been extradited from countries such as the United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia. These statistics show the scale of the war against drugs and explain clearly why the ISI keeps re-strategising and is also looking to ramp up recruitment in India, an official said.
I Called Amit Shah: Ex-Union Minister Ravneet Bittu Blames AAP After Convoy Attack In Punjab
BJP leader and former Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu alleged that his cavalcade was attacked by AAP workers near Batala in Punjab while he was travelling to Pathankot for an anti-drug yatra. Bittu claimed over 100 AAP workers targeted the convoy and hurled eggs at it. He alleged that a window pane of two escort vehicles was broken and the jammer vehicle was damaged. Bittu said he had informed the Union Home Ministry and held Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and the state DGP responsible if anything happened to him or his associates. His security team reportedly apprehended three people.
Nihang opposes halal chicken sale at Punjab shop, demands action
Gurdaspur: A Nihang in Gurdaspur, Punjab, arrived at a Muslim-owned chicken shop with his companions, opposing the sale of halal food to Hindus and Sikhs. A video of the incident surfaced on social media on Friday, September 18. Outside the Al Karim Chicken Point near Jahaz Chowk, Salwider Singh, the armed Sikh warrior, took issue 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 .
Aam Aadmi Party Launches Door-to-Door Campaign in Punjab to Highlight Government Achievements
Aam Aadmi Party in Punjab initiates a door-to-door campaign to showcase government achievements starting September 20. Aam Aadmi Party Launches Door-to-Door Campaign in Punjab to Highlight Government Achievements
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The Supreme Court on September 18 stayed the Punjab and Haryana High Court judgment declaring Section 147A of the Income Tax Act unconstitutional, while directing that the related assessment proceedings should not proceed until the Centres challenge is finally decided. A bench comprising Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice K. Vinod Chandran ordered that the High [] The post Supreme Court stays Punjab & Haryana High Court verdict striking own Section 147A of Income Tax Act appeared first on India Legal .
Punjab Cop Chased, Shot Dead By 2 Men On Bike, BJP, Congress Target AAP
Harjit Singh was on PCR duty when he was shot from point-blank range by the two men in Amritsar.
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'Eggs, Tomatoes Thrown': BJP Leader's Convoy Attacked In Punjab
Bittu's office informed that his security team reportedly caught three protesters who attacked the convoy, adding that they are allegedly linked to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).
Experience The New Punjabi Music Video 'Akh Da Kasoor' by Aparshakti Khurana
Get ready to be swept away by the latest punjabi track 'Akh Da Kasoor' beautifully sung by Aparshakti Khurana. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music given by Rochak Kohli and beautiful lyrics are also penned by Gurpreet Saini and Gautam Govind Sharma. Don't miss the chance to witness Aparshakti Khurana's performance in the captivating punjabi video track 'Akh Da Kasoor '. 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 Aparshakti Khurana. Indulge in the latest punjabi video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by Rochak Kohli, immerse in the punjabi music video tracks.
BJP leader Bittu alleges cavalcade attack, claims AAP supporters pelted stones and eggs
Attack on Former Union Minister Ravneet Bittus Convoy in Batala Involves Eggs and Tomatoes
Ravneet Bittus convoy was attacked in Batala, with protesters throwing eggs and tomatoes as tensions rise over drug issues in Punjab. Attack on Former Union Minister Ravneet Bittus Convoy in Batala Involves Eggs and Tomatoes
BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu claims attack on his cavalcade near Punjab's Batala
BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu alleged AAP workers attacked his cavalcade near Batala. Over one hundred workers reportedly hurled eggs and damaged escort vehicles. Bittu stated Chief Minister Mann and the state DGP would be responsible for any harm. He has informed the Union Home Ministry about the alleged incident.
Jagtar Singh Jaggi Johal Granted Bail in All Seven Remaining Cases; Release Expected Soon
Jagtar Singh Jaggi Johal has been granted bail in all seven remaining cases. Advocate Jaspal Singh Manjhpur told Sikh Siyasat News that his release is expected after the required bail bonds and legal formalities are completed. The post Jagtar Singh Jaggi Johal Granted Bail in All Seven Remaining Cases; Release Expected Soon appeared first on Sikh Siyasat News .
Why has a Punjab villagers death triggered political uproar across the State? | Explained
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Punjab Assistant Sub-Inspector Killed on Duty, Chief Minister Offers Condolences
Punjabs Chief Minister expresses condolences after ASI Harjeet Singh is killed while on duty, pledging support for his family. Punjab Assistant Sub-Inspector Killed on Duty, Chief Minister Offers Condolences
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An Assistant Sub-Inspector of Punjab police, Harjit Singh, was shot dead by two unidentified motorcycle-borne men while on duty at the Bhagtawala Grain Market in Amritsar. The incident occurred around 3 am, and the officer was declared dead at a private hospital.
Sikh Truck Driver Stabbed 17 Times At Wyoming Rest Stop, Suspect Arrested
A 28-year-old Sikh truck driver from Sacramento is recovering in a hospital after being stabbed 17 times at a Wyoming rest area, in an attack that has renewed concerns among Punjabi Sikh truck drivers following a controversial social media post by the Department of Homeland Security.
Weather today, September 18: IMD forecasts widespread thunderstorms across north and northeast India
The IMD has forecast rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds across India from September 17-23, with isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall likely in states including Punjab, Chhattisgarh, Odisha and parts of the Northeast. South Peninsular India, particularly Tamil Nadu, Kerala and coastal Andhra Pradesh, may see gusty winds reaching up to 60 kmph alongside sustained rainfall through the week, with strong surface winds also expected in some areas.
Punjab BJP to launch four anti-drug marches across state today
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 18 (IANS) To bring the issue of drug abuse into sharper focus in Punjab ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections, with the ruling Aam Aadmi Party and Opposition parties trading accusations over the government's handling of the issue, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will launch four statewide marches against drug abuse in the state from Friday. The marches will cover all 117 Assembly constituencies before culminating in a rally later this month, which will be addressed by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatras will begin from four locations between September 18 and 21 and collectively cover about 4,000 km, according to the Punjab BJP. BJP national President Nitin Nabin will flag off the first march from Ekta Sthal at Madhopur in Pathankot district on Friday. The march will pass through constituencies in Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Ferozepur, Kapurthala and Jalandhar before reaching its destination. The second yatra will begin on September 19 from Fatehgarh Sahib and will be flagged off by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta after she pays obeisance at Gurdwara Sri Jyoti Saroop Sahib, Punjab BJP general secretary and yatra in-charge Rajesh Bagha said. It will travel through parts of Ludhiana, Fatehgarh Sahib, Mohali, Ropar, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr and Phagwara before concluding in Jalandhar. The third yatra will start on September 20 from the Sadiki border in Fazilka, near the Asafwala 1971 War Memorial, with Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal scheduled to flag it off. It will cover constituencies in Fazilka, Muktsar, Bathinda, Faridkot, Moga, Ludhiana and Malerkotla. The fourth march will begin on September 21 from Gurdwara Sri Damdama Sahib in Talwandi Sabo. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini will flag it off. That route will cover Bathinda, Mansa, Barnala, Sangrur and Patiala districts before heading towards Jalandhar. All four yatras are scheduled to converge in Jalandhar on September 30, when the BJP will hold a public rally addressed by HM Shah. The BJP has described the campaign as an effort to build public awareness against drug abuse. Party leaders have also raised concerns about law and order and corruption in Punjab as part of their wider political messaging.
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CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates renovated J&K House at Amritsar
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated the renovated Jammu & Kashmir House at Amritsar, Punjab. The heritage property, located at 2-Court Road, Amritsar has been comprehensively upgraded with modern amenities to provide affordable and comfortable accommodation to residents of Jammu and Kashmir visiting Amritsar, particularly patients and their attendants travelling to the city for medical treatment. The renovation and upgradation works commenced in October 2025 and were completed at an approximate cost of Rs 2.30 crore. The works covered civil and electrical works, interiors, guest amenities, external development and allied infrastructure. The upgraded facility comprises four guest rooms with attached dressing areas and washrooms, besides a common sitting lounge, dining area and kitchen. Located close to major hospitals and other key destinations in the city, the J&K House will serve as an important support facility for patients and their attendants, besides benefiting students, pilgrims and other visitors from Jammu and Kashmir. The Chief Minister inspected the upgraded facilities and directed the concerned officers to maintain high standards of hospitality, cleanliness and upkeep for guests. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said the facility would help ease the difficulties faced by patients and their families travelling outside Jammu and Kashmir for treatment, while also providing a convenient and affordable place to stay for other visitors from J&K. The Chief Minister appreciated the efforts of the departments and officers involved in the renovation and upgradation of the property and stressed the importance of maintaining the facility to high standards. The Chief Minister was accompanied by his Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Dheeraj Gupta, Resident Commissioner J&K Ramesh Kumar, Secretary Hospitality & Protocol Avny Lavasa, Additional Resident Commissioner Anil Sharma and senior officers of the Government of J&K and the Government of Punjab.
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Carbon Credits Begin Paying Off for Farmers in Punjab, Haryana
Over 2,500 cultivators receive Rs 2.9 crore as regenerative farming practices generate verified carbon The post Carbon Credits Begin Paying Off for Farmers in Punjab, Haryana appeared first on Khalsa Vox .
AAPs Newly Formed PAC Holds First Meeting to Strategize for Upcoming Elections
AAPs Political Affairs Committee met to discuss strategies for upcoming elections in Punjab, Goa, and Gujarat, emphasizing organizational strength. AAPs Newly Formed PAC Holds First Meeting to Strategize for Upcoming Elections
Experience The New Punjabi Music Video 'Jatt Kade Larda E Ni' by Sajjan Adeeb
Get ready to be swept away by the latest punjabi track 'Jatt Kade Larda E Ni' beautifully sung by Sajjan Adeeb. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music given by G Guri and beautiful lyrics are also penned by Babbu Brar. Don't miss the chance to witness Sajjan Adeeb's performance in the captivating punjabi video track 'Jatt Kade Larda E Ni'. 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 Sajjan Adeeb. Indulge in the latest punjabi video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by G Guri, immerse in the punjabi music video tracks.
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CM Omar inaugurates renovated J&K House at Amritsar
Amritsar , Sep 17: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday inaugurated the renovated Jammu & Kashmir House at Amritsar, Punjab. The heritage property, located at 2-Court Road, Amritsar has been comprehensively upgraded with modern amenities to provide affordable and comfortable accommodation to residents of Jammu and Kashmir visiting Amritsar, particularly patients and their attendants travelling to the city for medical treatment. The renovation and upgradation works commenced in October 2025 and were completed at an approximate cost of 2.30 crore. The works covered civil and electrical works, interiors, guest amenities, external development and allied infrastructure. The upgraded facility comprises four guest rooms with attached dressing areas and washrooms, besides a common sitting lounge, dining area and kitchen. Located close to major hospitals and other key destinations in the city, the J&K House will serve as an important support facility for patients and their attendants, besides benefiting students, pilgrims and other visitors from Jammu and Kashmir. The Chief Minister inspected the upgraded facilities and directed the concerned officers to maintain high standards of hospitality, cleanliness and upkeep for guests. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said the facility would help ease the difficulties faced by patients and their families travelling outside Jammu and Kashmir for treatment, while also providing a convenient and affordable place to stay for other visitors from J&K. The Chief Minister appreciated the efforts of the departments and officers involved in the renovation and upgradation of the property and stressed the importance of maintaining the facility to high standards. The Chief Minister was accompanied by his Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Dheeraj Gupta, Resident Commissioner J&K Ramesh Kumar, Secretary Hospitality & Protocol Avny Lavasa, Additional Resident Commissioner Anil Sharma and senior officers of Government of J&K and Government of Punjab.
Punjab and Haryana HC extends bar on new allotments in Oberoi project till Sept 25
NCB arrests seven traffickers, including two foreigners; seizes 33 gm cocaine
Digital Desk | Kozhikode, Sep 17 (IANS) The NCB disrupted an interstate cocaine trafficking network with the arrest of seven accused, including three persons deported from the UAE and two foreign nationals, and seized 33.1 grams of cocaine valued at Rs 16.55 lakh, an official said on Thursday. The Narcotics Control Bureau, Cochin Zonal Unit, made the arrests on September 10 based on credible information regarding certain persons who had been deported from the UAE in connection with drug-related offences, the official said. The NCB had been closely monitoring their activities and their linkages with a drug trafficking network operating between Bengaluru and Kerala, he said in a statement. On September 10, the NCB intercepted Gurpreet Singh of Kapurthala, Punjab, Hamdan Ahammed of Beypore (N), Kozhikode and Aflah P of Arakkinar, Kozhikode, at Faroke Railway Station, Kozhikode, and arrested them with 8.12 grams of cocaine. Preliminary interrogation revealed that the contraband had been procured from Bengaluru, said the statement. The interrogation of the accused revealed the involvement of Sidharth Damor, who was intercepted while travelling from Thiruvananthapuram to Kozhikode on September 10, said the statement. Damor is an upcoming DJ associated with the party scene in Kerala and also owns a resort in Ooty, Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu. His examination led the NCB to Arun Rajkumar, who was identified as a key facilitator in the network. Accordingly, Rajkumar was also arrested, the NCB said. Rajkumar, a Tamilian based in Bengaluru and employed in the IT sector, was found to be sourcing cocaine from certain foreign nationals and facilitating its supply to other peddlers as well as consumers. Based on the interrogation of Damor and Arun Rajkumar, the NCB identified the involvement of two foreign nationals in the cocaine trafficking network. Chizoba Helen Anthony alias Sonia, a Nigerian national, who had entered India on a Medical Attendant Visa and had been overstaying for the past 10 years, and Mufukare Vittalis Tadiswanashe, a Zimbabwean national, who had entered India on a Student Visa and had been overstaying for the past two years, were apprehended from Bengaluru on September 12 and 13, respectively, the NCB said. They were found in possession of 16 grams and 8.98 grams of Cocaine, respectively, it said. During interrogation that NCB found out that Sidharth Damor, Hamdan Ahammed and Aflah P had earlier been convicted and incarcerated in the UAE in connection with drug-related offences before being deported to India. During their period of incarceration, Aflah, Gurpreet and Sidharth had come in close contact and subsequently attempted to establish a stronger drug trafficking network, the NCB said. Further trails are being pursued to identify and disrupt the remaining linkages of the network and to completely destroy the trafficking chain, the NCB said.
Punjabi star Gippy Grewal faced significant struggles before achieving fame. He worked various jobs in Canada, including as a security guard and cleaner, to support himself and his family. His third music album, featuring the hit song Phulkari, marked a major turning point in his career. Grewal went on to establish himself as a successful actor, singer, producer and filmmaker in Punjabi cinema. According to a report by PTC Punjabi, his estimated net worth in 2026 is reportedly between Rs 120 crore and Rs 150 crore.
Amritsar (Punjab) [ September 17 : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday urged his counterparts in Ladakh to seek written assurances from the Centre on their demands, citing the pending restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir despite earlier verbal commitments. Speaking to the media, Abdullah said the Centre had indicated that delimitation, elections and restoration of statehood would follow in sequence, but the final step remains pending. We were told that statehood would be restored to Jammu & Kashmir after the elections, but nothing was put in writing; assurances were given verballyeven in Parliament and the Supreme Court. It was stated that three steps would follow: first delimitation, then elections, and finally, the restoration of statehood. We accepted the delimitation process, and we held elections in which a significant number of people participated. Yet, the restoration of statehood remains pending for us, he said. The J-K CM also advised Ladakh, which is currently in talks with the Central government, not to rely on verbal assurances and instead seek them in writing. On the issue of UPI Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) transaction charges, Abdullah said the charges would not be imposed on customers and that businesses facilitating the transactions would have to bear the cost. It won't apply to you or me; the businesses facilitating the transactions will have to bear it. Furthermore, the issued order explicitly states that this cost cannot be passed on to the customer, he said. Abdullah also said that no tax would be levied when individuals transfer money to each other through UPI. If you and I transfer money to each other, no tax will be levied on that either, he said. As for transactions under Rs 2,000which constitute the bulk of the businessthere are no merchant charges; for amounts exceeding Rs 2,000, there is a set limit. If large factories and merchants were to pay for it instead, I don't think anyone should have an objection, Abdullah added. The remarks came amid a political row over the revised UPI MDR framework announced by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI). Under the framework, a 0.4 per cent MDR will apply to select Person-to-Merchant (P2M) UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, capped at Rs 300 per transaction. The framework is scheduled to come into effect from October 15, 2026. The Centre has maintained that MDR is neither a tax nor a charge collected by the government, but is distributed among participants in the digital payments ecosystem, including banks and payment application providers. (ANI)
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BJP asks Punjab CM to resign over failure to curb drug menace
Drug mafias were selling narcotics across Punjab, and prisons have become safe havens for drug smugglers, State BJP chief Sunil Jakhar alleges
BJP asks Punjab CM to resign over failure to curb drug menace
Drug mafias were selling narcotics across Punjab, and prisons have become safe havens for drug smugglers, State BJP chief Sunil Jakhar alleges
Punjab and Haryana high court seeks police affidavit on probe into Rs 20 lakh FSL bribery case
Is Punjab heading towards UPS-like pension scheme? Heres what its notification suggests
The Punjab government is taking a closer look at its pension scheme for state employees, with the goal of aligning benefits more closely to the Old Pension Scheme. This comprehensive review will assess both the administrative and financial aspects necessary for effective implementation while also drawing insights from successful practices in other states. A revised pension structure is set to be proposed following this in-depth analysis.
Members of Parliament offer prayers for PM Modi on his birthday
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Several BJP MPs extended warm greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday and visited places of worship to pray for his health and success. BJP MP Sambit Patra visited Puris Jagannath Temple, offered prayers, and performed puja. Fellow party MP Tarun Chugh visited the Golden Temple in Amritsar and offered prayers, wishing the Prime Minister a good and healthy life. Speaking to IANS, Patra said: On the occasion of our dearly beloved Prime Minister Modi's birthday, we offered our prayers to Lord Jagannath and performed puja. We prayed for the PMs long and healthy life. We are all part of his family who have benefited from various policies launched by PM Modi. Some of us have benefited from Ayushman, some through Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, some from Ujjwala, and some from Ujala. More than 80 crore people have benefited. Thus, we prayed for his long, healthy life. The people of Puri prayed at the Almightys feet that Prime Minister Narendra Modi remains healthy. I would urge others to do the same. Similarly, Chugh visited Sri Harmandir Sahib, where he offered prayers for PM Modis long life and good health. Speaking to IANS, he said, Sri Harmandir Sahib always guides and blesses all of us. We draw strength from here, which allows us to move forward. Today is Prime Minister Narendra Modis birthday. Acknowledging PM Modis contribution, MP Chugh said: He has devoted his entire life to service, to the progress of the country and to ensuring that Indias name shines across the world. Today, 25 years of his service as a head of government have been completed, and every moment of these 25 years has been dedicated to serving and advancing the nation, he added. Praising PM Modis achievements as a leader, Chugh said that owing to his policies, the nation has recorded a 7.8 GDP growth. Today we are the worlds 4th most powerful nation (in economic terms). He also added that nearly 18-19 crore households have water supply and 6 crore people have been given homes. Under PM Modis leadership, India has emerged as a powerhouse and nearly 100 crore people are benefiting from all the welfare schemes launched by the Modi government. Chugh further said it was his desire that PM Modis vision of Viksit Bharat is fulfilled, and that Punjab also gets developed under Viksit Bharat, and that is why the people of Punjab are praying to the Almighty for the Prime Ministers good health and long life. suruchi/vd
Watch the song 'Peediyan' from Punjabi movie 'Mitti De Putt' starring Dev Kharoud, Sharan Kaur and Vikramjeet Virk. 'Peediyan' is sung by Surjit Khan and music of the song is given by Avvy Sra. Lyrics of 'Mitti De Putt' song 'Peediyan' are written by KD Alam. R Malkana directorial is slated to release soon. 'Mitti De Putt' also stars Anita Meet, Yograj Singh, Mahabir Bhullar, Ashish Duggal and Pardeep Cheema in pivotal roles. To know more about 'Peediyan' song from Dev Kharoud - Sharan Kaur starrer 'Mitti De Putt', watch the video.
3 Indian nationals repatriated from Kenya after being kidnapped
Nairobi: Three Indian nationals have been safely repatriated from Kenya after they were kidnapped in the East African country, the mission in Nairobi said. (The Indian) High Commission facilitated the rescue, safety and repatriation of three Indian nationals from Punjab kidnapped in Kenya recently, the mission said in a post on X on Thursday, September 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 .
Over Rs 2.9 crore to be disbursed to 2,550 farmers as soil carbon payments: Govt
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Indias agricultural carbon market has moved from policy to the farm level, with over Rs 2.9 crore to be distributed among 2,550 small farmers in Punjab and Haryana through digital payments for adopting regenerative farming practices, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Agriculture on Wednesday. The first payments were released at a programme organised at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in Ludhiana, marking a new link between sustainable agricultural practices and additional income for farmers. Dr ML Jat, Secretary, Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) and Director General, ICAR, initiated the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the farmers. The first issuance covered around 30,000 acres and more than 50,000 carbon credits, with participating farmers receiving approximately Rs 3,000Rs 15,000 each. The payments are part of Aadi, a 'Grow Indigo' farmer carbon programme launched in 2019 with technical guidance from ICAR. Under the programme, farmers adopted practices such as Direct Seeded Rice (DSR), reduced tillage, and carried out crop residue management between 2019 and 2022. The resulting greenhouse gas reductions and increases in soil carbon were measured and independently verified before carbon credits were issued. The programme covers more than two million acres and over 100,000 farmers across seven states and has issued agricultural carbon credits under the 'Verra VM0042' methodology. It builds on a broader transition towards regenerative agriculture in Punjab and Haryana, including crop residue management, water conservation, and farming systems aimed at improving soil health and climate resilience. ICAR institutions have contributed scientific and field expertise in areas including greenhouse-gas accounting, crop-simulation modelling, soil-sampling protocols, device validation, field-team training and satellite and remote-sensing approaches. Dr Jat said that the initiative demonstrates how climate-smart farming practices, backed by scientific assessment and rigorous verification, can create additional income opportunities for small farmers while contributing to water conservation and improved air quality. The carbon payments provide an economic incentive for practices that can also generate environmental benefits. Direct Seeded Rice can reduce irrigation requirements compared with conventional transplanting, while improved crop-residue management can help reduce stubble burning and associated air pollution. For enrolled fields during 20192022, the programme estimates savings of 45 billion litres of water and more than two lakh tonnes of crop residue kept out of fires, avoiding an estimated 1,000 tonnes of PM2.5 emissions. Farmers were paid according to their share of the carbon credits generated from their fields. Grow Indigo released the payments digitally from its own funds before the credits were fully sold, enabling farmers to receive the payments without waiting for sale proceeds. Farmers could choose between an assured upfront payment and 75 per cent of the net carbon revenue after the credits were sold. The payments followed a multi-year process of measurement and independent verification. Farmers who joined the programme after 2022 are part of the next monitoring cycle and will receive payments as their carbon credits are issued.
Muslim Boy or Girl Can Marry Person of Choice After Attaining Puberty: Punjab and Haryana High Court
The court made the observation while hearing a protection plea by a 26-year-old man and 17-year-old woman.
Experience The New Punjabi Music Video 'Guzarish' by Satinder Sartaaj
Get ready to be swept away by the latest punjabi track 'Guzarish' beautifully sung by Satinder Sartaaj. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music given by Satinder Sartaaj and beautiful lyrics are also penned by Satinder Sartaaj. Don't miss the chance to witness Satinder Sartaaj's performance in the captivating punjabi video track 'Guzarish'. 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 Satinder Sartaaj. Indulge in the latest punjabi video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by Satinder Sartaaj, immerse in the punjabi music video tracks.
American Sikh Council Demands Hate Crime Probe Into Sikh Truck Driver
The American Sikh Council has demanded a hate crime investigation after Punjabi Sikh truck driver Gurvinder Singh was stabbed 17 times at a Wyoming rest area. The post American Sikh Council Demands Hate Crime Probe Into Sikh Truck Drivers Stabbing appeared first on Sikh Siyasat News .
Punjabi University, Patiala has released the BCA Sem-III (Regular and Re-appear) result 2026. Check the direct result link, step-by-step process to check your result online, important instructions, and FAQs.
India vs West Indies: Hardik Pandya Misses Out as Naman Dhir, Auqib Nabi Break Into ODI Squad
Punjab all-rounder Naman Dhir and Jammu and Kashmir fast bowler Auqib Nabi have received their first call-ups to Indias ODI squad for the upcoming home series against the West Indies. The selectors have also left out senior all-rounder Hardik Pandya and wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, with the two missing out for different reasons. India are scheduled to play three ODIs and five T20Is against the West Indies, with the series beginning on September 27 in Thiruvananthapuram. The T20I squad largely features players selected for the Asian Games. Mayank Yadav and Prince Yadav have been added to the side in place of Yash Thakur and Vipraj Nigam. KL Rahul has been named ODI vice-captain in the absence of Shreyas Iyer. Meanwhile, after the Asian Games Jasprit Bumrah will directly play ODIs in New Zealand. Pandya is expected to be declared fit on September 20. However, the national selection panel is unlikely to consider him unless he demonstrates his ability to bowl his full quota of 10 overs for India A. The selectors have also moved Nitish Kumar Reddy out of the Asian Games squad and included him in the ODI team for the West Indies series. Veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has returned to the ODI setup. Dhir earned his selection after impressive performances in domestic cricket for Punjab and during his IPL stint with Mumbai Indians. Nabi, meanwhile, has been rewarded for his strong performances for Surrey in the English County Championship, earning his maiden call-up to Indias ODI squad. India ODI Squad Shubman Gill (C), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul (VC), Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna, Gurnoor Brar, Mohammed Siraj, Auqib Nabi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Naman Dhir. India T20I Squad Shreyas Iyer (C), Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ishan Kishan (WK), Sanju Samson (WK), Tilak Varma (VC), Shivam Dube, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Arshdeep Singh, Prince Yadav, Mayank Yadav. ALSO READ: After Blazing 57, Sanju Samson Talks Criticism, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Selection Pressure
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Krsnaa Diagnostics shares surge 11% after securing 15-Year Punjab PET-CT Deal
Krsnaa Diagnostics shares surged after the company signed a 15-year concession agreement with Punjab Health Systems Corporation. The pact marks its entry into PET-CT diagnostics, with the company set to develop and operate facilities at four government hospitals in Punjab under a PPP model.
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Upasana Singh on PM Modis 76th birthday: Thank God that he was born in India and made history
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Actress Upasana Singh showered praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday, describing herself as a big fan and saying she thanks God that he was born in India. Speaking to IANS, Upasana heaped praise on the iconic leader for making history and doing so many good things for India, while wishing him a long life and continued service to Indians. Upasana told IANS: I'm a big fan of him and I thank God that he was born in India and he has made history. He has done so many good things. She added: I don't think there is a problem with him being the Prime Minister for so long. There is a problem with Modi ji. If it's Modi ji, it's possible. I agree with that. Happy birthday, Modi ji. May God bless you with a long life and may you continue to do good for all Indians. On the iconic leaders birthday, BJP will launch 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' to mark PM Modi's 25 years of public service. September 17 marks PM Modi's birthday, while October will mark the completion of 25 years of his public service. Earlier on September 9, BJP National President Nitin Nabin, addressing a press conference at the party headquarters, announced that PM Modi will complete 25 years of public service on October 7, and to mark this occasion, the BJP will conduct a special month-long campaign, 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan'. The BJP's nationwide campaign is expected to include a range of public outreach and service-oriented programmes during the month. Talking about Upasana, the actress has worked in Hindi, Punjabi, and Rajasthani language films. She played the role of a deaf-mute in the 1997 film Judaai. She appeared on television in Son Pari, in the sitcom Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani and Tamanna House. She played the character of Bua in the TV show Comedy Nights with Kapil, which got her widespread critical acclaim.
