Punjab polls: AAP drops 7 MLAs, fields two sitting MPs
The Aam Aadmi Party has released its second list of 31 candidates for the 2027 Punjab Assembly polls, dropping seven sitting MLAs, including the agriculture minister, and fielding two Lok Sabha MPs. This brings the total announced candidates to 71 out of 117 seats. The list features significant changes, including the replacement of prominent ministers and MLAs, and the inclusion of new faces and MPs, indicating a strategic shift ahead of the elections.
Dead man shown as surety for murder accused, HC cancels bail
Police in Faridabad uncovered a fraud where a person who died three years ago was presented as a surety for two murder accused before the Punjab and Haryana High Court. This led to the cancellation of bail for both accused and the registration of a case against those involved in arranging the fake sureties. The scam was revealed during document verification, exposing impersonation and forged documents.
Akali Dal Waris Punjab De urges ECI to expedite its registration as political party
Akali Dal Waris Punjab De has urged the Election Commission of India to expedite its registration as a political party, alleging that its application has faced undue delay. The party said its application, pending since January 2025, received a positive verification report from the Punjab CEO in April 2026 but the ECI has yet to issue a direction for publication of a public notice.
AAPs second list for Punjab polls decoded: Big reshuffle with focus on lost seats
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 13 (IANS) The Aam Aadmi Party on Thursday released its second list of 31 candidates for the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections, taking its total declared nominees to 71. The list signals a major internal reset as the ruling party sharpens its strategy ahead of the polls. Of the 31 seats, 21 are constituencies that AAP had lost in the 2022 Assembly elections. Party leaders appear determined to reclaim ground in these areas by fielding a mix of new faces, local influencers and proven organisational workers. The emphasis on previously lost seats underlines AAPs intent to expand its footprint beyond the strongholds it retained in the last election. In a significant reshuffle, eight sitting MLAs have been denied tickets. The most prominent among them is Agriculture Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian, who has been replaced in Lambi by his nephew Randhir Singh Dhira. Other sitting legislators dropped include former ministers Laljit Singh Bhullar and Anmol Gagan Mann, along with several other MLAs. Only two sitting MLAs from the constituencies covered in this list Saravjit Kaur Manuke (Jagraon) and Amandeep Singh Goldy Musafir (Balluana) have been renominated. The party has also fielded two sitting Members of Parliament. Sangrur MP Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer will contest from Barnala, a seat he had earlier represented as an MLA. Hoshiarpur MP Dr Raj Kumar Chabbewal has been nominated from Phagwara. Their entry into the Assembly contest reflects AAPs strategy of bringing experienced parliamentary faces into the state political battle. The standout announcement is the nomination of renowned wrestler Jaskanwar Singh Gill, popularly known as Jassa Patti, from the Patti constituency. Widely referred to as the Virat Kohli of wrestling for his dominance in traditional dangals and titles such as Rustam-e-Hind, Jassa Patti replaces sitting MLA and former minister Laljit Singh Bhullar, who is currently in jail and had announced he would not contest. The move is seen as an attempt to leverage the wrestlers strong local popularity and rural connect in Tarn Taran district. The list also features several women candidates, including Sonia Mann from Raja Sansi, Vaninder Kaur Loomba from Shutrana and others. Candidates have been distributed across Majha, Doaba and Malwa regions. With 46 seats still to be announced, the second list indicates that AAP is prioritising performance, local appeal and organisational feedback over automatic renomination of incumbents. The coming weeks will reveal how the party balances continuity with change as it prepares for a high-stakes electoral battle in Punjab.
AAP Announces Second List of Candidates for Punjab Elections, Expresses Gratitude to Leadership
AAP reveals its second list of candidates for the Punjab elections, with nominees expressing gratitude and commitment to win. AAP Announces Second List of Candidates for Punjab Elections, Expresses Gratitude to Leadership
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Punjab polls: AAP names 31 more candidates, fields many new faces
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has released its second list of 31 candidates for the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections, bringing the total to 71. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann highlighted the inclusion of many new faces and long-time party workers, emphasizing merit over recommendations. This early announcement aims to give candidates ample time to connect with voters.
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AAP Drops Sitting MLAs, Minister in Second List of 31 Punjab Poll Candidates
The list, issued by AAP National Secretary Pankaj Kumar Gupta, covers constituencies across the Majha, Doaba and Malwa regions.
On Day 1, Charanjit Channi's Punjab Cycle Yatra Runs Into Factionalism, Bhagwant Mann's Taunts
Charanjit Singh Channi launched the 'Jawani Sambhal' cycle rally from Chamkaur Sahib on Thursday in the presence of senior leaders. The absence of former state unit chief Amarinder Singh Raja Warring drew attention.
Hardik Pandya has been making headlines over the last month as the IPL 2027 retention deadline nears. On Wednesday, Pandya was roped in by Punjab Kings from Mumbai Indians
AAP announces 71 candidates for 2027 Punjab polls as Kejriwal expresses confidence
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Arvind Kejriwal gets death threat in Lawrence Bishnoi's name, Rs 7 crore ransom demanded
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) convener Arvind Kejriwal allegedly received a death threat and an extortion demand of Rs 7 crore from a person claiming to be associated with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, Punjab Police said...
Only farmers not responsible for Delhi pollution, reiterate farmer leaders amidst rising car sales
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) For years, farmers in Punjab, Haryana, and western Uttar Pradesh have found themselves at the centre of Delhi-NCR's annual pollution debate especially if one of these states were ruled by a different political party over the issue of burning crop stubble between agricultural cycles. Farmer organisations have repeatedly argued that while stubble burning contributes to seasonal pollution, it has been unfairly portrayed as the principal culprit. Now, there is a cautious sigh of relief among the farmers of the region as the onus shifts to traffic emissions, with a prominent union leader calling for family planning of cars. Welcoming the Supreme Courts intervention this week, Bharatiya Kisan Sangh (BKS) General Secretary Mohini Mohan Mishra asked states to withdraw such cases against farmers and return any fines imposed on them with interest. The strong objection raised by the Supreme Court against blaming only farmers for pollution makes it clear that farmers are not the primary cause of pollution, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)-affiliated farmer organisation leader said. The administration should pay attention to pollution from vehicles. There should be family planning for cars with respect to the numbers owned by a family, he emphasised. The All India Kisan Sabha (AIKS), the peasant wing of the Communist Party of India (CPI), meanwhile, blamed government policies penalising the farming community. Agriculture has been painted as a polluting job, while legislations are framed to support corporates, AIKS President Rajan Kshirsagar alleged. Weve been repeatedly stressing that stubble burning is not the principal reason for pollution in Delhi and the NCR, as it is evident, he added. The Supreme Court's observation, while hearing on Delhi-NCR's pollution crisis, questioned the tendency to place the entire burden of blame on farmers, while a report has highlighted transport as the largest local pollution contributor, while stubble burning's impact declined closer to Diwali. Levels of nitrogen dioxide in the air peaked during evening rush hours and stayed high until midnight, reflecting the impact of traffic congestion, according to an analysis by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE). The apex court observed that stubble burning is only one among several contributors to deteriorating air quality and drew attention to the much larger challenge posed by vehicular emissions. Each winter, images of stubble-burning fields dominate television screens, often reinforcing the perception that farmers are chiefly responsible for the Capital's toxic air. The bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice V. Mohana has now directed Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan governments to submit plans covering vehicular movement, emission standards and measures to curb polluting vehicles. The Supreme Court noted that during the Covid-19 lockdown, stubble burning had not entirely ceased, yet Delhi witnessed significantly clearer skies, suggesting that factors beyond farm fires play a decisive role in the pollution crisis. The apex court's remarks also echoed scientific assessments. Data suggested that stubble burning accounted for around 14 per cent of Delhi's pollution contribution on November 5, while transportation remained one of the largest local sources of emissions. The CSE has consistently argued that Delhi's air quality problem is multi-source in nature, stemming from vehicular pollution, industrial emissions, construction dust, waste burning and adverse meteorological conditions, with crop residue burning acting as an aggravating rather than exclusive factor. Earlier reports this year by the CSE said that between 1,800 and 2,000 new vehicles are added to Delhis roads daily, where, as of 2024-2025, its total registered vehicle count crossed 15.6 million, with a significant surge in private two-wheelers and cars. Additionally, the number of registered vehicles in Delhi matches the combined total of registered vehicles in the three metropolitan cities of Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai. According to the Economic Survey of Delhi 2025-26, an additional 643,000 vehicles were added in the national capital, which incidentally is the largest single-year increase in nine years. Farmer unions emphasise that the larger lesson emerging is that Delhi's pollution crisis cannot be solved through a single-point blame game; while largely acknowledging the need to reduce stubble burning, they urge for solutions to be practical, incentive-based and equitable.
AAP Drops Minister, MLAs From 2nd Punjab List, Two MPs Get Ticket
Unlike the first list, which comprised entirely of sitting MLAs, including Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the second list features several new faces, party volunteers and local leaders. It also signals a significant reshuffle, with multiple sitting MLAs being replaced.
CAQM Chief visits Punjab as stubble burning cases cross 5,500
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 12 (IANS) With the number of farm fires in Punjab crossing the 5,500 mark by Wednesday, Union Minister of Environment Bhupender Yadav directed Rajesh Verma, chairperson, Centre for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in NCR and adjoining areas, to visit the state and review the situation. Verma visited Fatehgarh Sahib, Khanna and Patiala on Thursday, November 12, 2026, to review crop residue management and enforcement measures amid the recent rise in stubble-burning incidents. During his meeting with officials, the CAQM chief focused on intensified patrolling, satellite monitoring of fire hotspots, effective utilisation of CRM machinery and promoting the use of paddy straw as industrial boiler fuel. Directions were issued to district administrations and police for strict enforcement, stronger coordination, enhanced field monitoring and zero tolerance towards stubble burning, the ministry has said. On November 11, the cumulative number of stubble burning cases in the district reached 5,517. The maximum number of cases were reported from the Ferozepur, Tarn Taran and Sangrur districts. Despite government orders, farmers are continuing with the activity. On November 10, there were 345 fresh incidents in the state. A day later, 515 cases were reported, impacting air quality in the Delhi NCR region severely. According to government statistics, 4,657 cases of stubble burning were recorded in the state between September 15 and November 9. Ferozepur contributed 728 of these, followed by Tarn Taran (687), Sangrur (628) and Bathinda (499). Authorities have swung into action and registered 1,259 FIRs under Section 223 (disobedience of order promulgated by public servant) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Fines, totalling more than Rs 85 lakh, have been imposed in 1,695 cases. Of this, nearly Rs 37 lakh has been recovered. The government has also made 1,637 red entries in land records for stubble burning. A farmer with a red entry is not entitled to receive a loan against his farmland or sell it. Farmers resort to stubble burning to clear their farmlands for the wheat crop immediately after paddy is harvested in October and November. The monitoring period starts from September 15, two weeks ahead of paddy procurement. While incidents continue to be reported, numbers have come down significantly over the last few years. In 2023, the number of cases reported was 36,663. This fell to 10,909 in 2024 and 5,114 in 2025. The figure has gone up this year. Officials have said that not all farm fires get recorded, as farmers have shifted the timing to between 4 pm and 6 pm to avoid the standard afternoon satellite observation period.
Not In A Great Win-Win Situation: Ex-CSK Star's Blunt Verdict On Hardik Pandya-Arshdeep Singh Trade
The deal between Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings was made official on Wednesday.
Draft Voter List for Punjabs 2027 Elections Released, Claims and Objections Open Until December 11
The draft voter list for Punjabs 2027 elections is out, with claims and objections accepted until December 11, 2026. Draft Voter List for Punjabs 2027 Elections Released, Claims and Objections Open Until December 11
AAP Releases Second List of 31 Candidates for Punjab Assembly Polls
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has released its second list of 31 candidates for the upcoming Punjab Assembly elections, bringing its total number of declared nominees to 71 out of the 117 constituencies. Issued by AAP national secretary Pankaj Kumar Gupta, the latest roster follows an intensive meeting of the partys Political Affairs Committee (PAC), [] The post AAP Releases Second List of 31 Candidates for Punjab Assembly Polls appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Email threatens blasts at Mumbai mayor office, airport, Jalsa
Authorities in Mumbai were placed on high alert on Thursday following an email threat warning of bomb blasts across the metropolis, including at the airport, Mayor's office, megastar Amitabh Bachchan's bungalow 'Jalsa' and a Punjab National Bank (PNB) branch, an official said.
$745K Demand, Death Threat To Arvind Kejriwal And Daughter; Punjab Police Register Case
Punjab Police have launched an investigation into an alleged extortion attempt targeting Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal and his daughter after a Delhi MLA received a death threat from a caller claiming links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
Racing Bulls confirm 2027 line-up as Lawson, Lindblad decide to remain with team
Digital Desk | Faenza, Nov 12 (IANS) Formula 1 team Racing Bulls on Thursday confirmed their driver line-up for 2027 as Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad will remain with the team for the next Formula 1 season. This comes after Lawson's future with the Racing Bulls was under speculation, with Red Bull Junior Nikola Tsolov coming out as a contender to replace the New Zealander. Also, Team Principal Alan Permane had repeatedly stated that the team was yet to make a decision. Meanwhile, Permane had also stated that he right decision will be made by the team a week after Tsolov made his FP1 debut during the Mexico City Grand Prix. However, Lawson and Lindblad have been confirmed for the next season as the team has further strengthened its grip on fifth place in the constructors' championship. Were delighted to be continuing with Liam and Arvid for 2027. Both have demonstrated their ability and potential throughout the season, and weve seen the progress theyve made, both individually and as a pairing, Team Principal Permane said, as quoted by F1. I have no doubt that this is the best driver line-up for us, bringing a strong combination of experience and ambition. Together, we have a solid foundation to build on the progress made this year, continue pushing ourselves forward and take the next step towards achieving our ambitions in 2027, he added. Lawson recently finished seventh in the Sao Paulo Grand Prix after he started P3, and he now has 89 points to his name. This was his fourth seventh-place finish in five Grands Prix, and if Racing Bulls secure a fifth place in the teams' standings, it would mark their best-ever result, dating back to their origins as Minardi. Im very happy to be continuing with Visa Cash App Racing Bulls next year. Weve had a brilliant season together, and the team has worked very hard to produce a fast car, which Ive loved driving, Lawson said on the extension. It feels great to be part of a historic season for the team as we continue our fight for P5 in the Constructors' Championship. It's a testament to the hard work of everyone both at track and back at the factory. Im looking forward to carrying this moment forward with Arvid through to 2027; were building something super positive, and Im excited by what we can achieve together, he added. Meanwhile, Lindblad, who is of Indian origin, has secured 38 points in the ongoing season in his rookie campaign, as the team has 114 points. Lindblad, who races under the British flag and is of Indian origin through his British-Indian mother and Punjabi maternal grandparents, was pleased to be part of the team in the next season too. I'm very happy to be continuing with Visa Cash App Racing Bulls in 2027. Looking back on my first season in Formula One, it's been a truly special year, full of new experiences and learnings since the very first pre-season test, Lindblad said. I'd like to thank everyone at VCARB and Red Bull for their trust and support. I'm incredibly grateful to everyone in the team for their hard work, commitment and collaboration throughout the season, and for the strong relationships we've built along the way. I can't wait to get started next year, building on everything I've learned during my rookie season. It's set to be an exciting year, and I look forward to continuing to drive alongside Liam, he added.
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Punjab National Bank among 4 stocks hitting 52-week highs; rally up to 22% in a month
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Punjab assembly polls: AAP releases second list of 31 candidates
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NIA Takes Over Probe Into BJP Office Petrol Bomb Attack
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The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Thursday announced its first list of 31 candidates for the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections, naming candidates across several constituencies in the state. The list features prominent leaders, including MP Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer, who has been fielded from Barnala, a seat he had represented earlier as an MLA.
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Waris Punjab De alleges central, Punjab governments delaying party registration
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Akali Dal (Waris Punjab De) leader Manpreet Singh Ayali on Thursday accused the Central and Punjab governments of deliberately delaying the registration of his party. He alleged that the state government had failed to respond to objections raised by the Home Department despite repeated reminders. Speaking to ANI after meeting the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Punjab, Ayali said the party had sought clarification over the delay in its registration and was informed that the Election Commission of India (ECI) had asked the CEO to address certain objections raised by the Home Department and submit a response. Today, we met the CEO of Punjab. We sought clarification on why our party, Akali Dal (Waris Punjab De), has not yet been registered. She explained that the ECI had asked the CEO of Punjab to address certain objections raised by the Home Department and submit a response. We were informed that she had written to the Home Department, specifically to the Home Secretary, and subsequent...
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Punjab Kings Co-Owner Ness Wadia Backs Juhi Chawla In Moving Up IPL To January
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Talent exists, but F1 is extremely expensive: Jeet Jhabakh on India's limited presence in sport
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Indian racing driver Jeet Jhabakh reasoned out that the limited Indian presence in Formula One is due to the sport being extremely expensive and that the drivers don't get the infrastructure and backing required to excel at the biggest and most prestigious car racing in the world. Speaking to IANS, Jeet, who recently won the FIA Asia-Pacific Rally Championship, pointed out that Narain Karthikeyan and Karun Chandhok made it to the F1 from India and opened the doors for more from the nation, highlighting that India has talent but the expense of F1 is something which is very hard to cope with. The fact that both Karun Chandhok and Narain Karthikeyan went to Formula One opened the doors for Indian motorsport, right, and a lot of youngsters felt that they could reach the top step because two of them have already done it, (so) why not us, but most of us, including me, we don't realise that it is an extremely expensive sport, Jeet told IANS. The amount of money that goes into it is phenomenal, and the amount of time that you have to put into it is absolutely crazy and just like any other sport, right, you put in a lot of time, he added. A modern F1 car costs around Rs 100-180 crore. The teams have hefty budgets in the sport and are constantly working on research and development, upgrades, and many more. This makes the sport very expensive. Jeet highlighted that India has a junior series, the F4 Indian Championship, which is competitive, but when a driver moves to the international arena, budget becomes a barrier. But here you require a machine for it (F1), and your machine has to constantly get upgraded so that you're in the mix with the top guys, so it is very expensive, and even the junior series in India is competitive because it is made available for a lot of us, but as soon as you go international, you realise that the money involved is so high unless and until someone is backing you or you have your own backing, it's very tough to climb up the step consistently. Some of us might be extremely good too, but money becomes a little bit of a barrier over there, so if you don't have sponsorships, no matter how much time and effort that you put in, it's a very, very slight chance that you'll be picked up by one of the teams, and in Formula 1, you have 22 slots now, and people across the world are trying to get to the top. So just like any other sport, you have very few slots; you are fighting for it and in a place where you don't have as much infra or as much backing, it becomes slightly more difficult, but again, talent exists; we have a lot of great drivers over here; we just need the right infrastructure to push us up there, Jeet said. To date, Karthikeyan and Chandhok are the only Indians to have competed in an F1 Grand Prix. Arvid Lindblad, the current Racing Bulls driver, is of Indian origin through his British-Indian mother and Punjabi maternal grandparents, but he was born in Surrey and races under the British flag. Jeet made history in the FIA APRC when he won the title with co-driver Musa Sherif, making them the first all-Indian driver-and-co-driver pair to win the crown. He clinched the title in the two-wheel-drive, not the four-wheel-drive. This was the first time in the FIA APRC's 38-year history that a driver using a 2WD won a title rather than a conventional 4WD driver. He reflected on his achievement, saying that the ceiling in Indian motorsport has been raised with his win. Honestly, I don't know whether it's still sunken fully; it is something that I honestly didn't expect to get in such a short duration of my rallying career, Jeet said. I've been in motorsport for a while, but rallying has hardly been two years for me; this is my third full year. We went international, and it kind of clicked for us, so I'm very grateful for this overall experience, and for Indian motorsport, I think the ceiling moved, which is very interesting, he added.
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Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 12 (IANS) Singer Harshdeep Kaur marked 15 years of the film Rockstar by revisiting memories of recording the much-loved song Katiya Karun with music maestro A.R. Rahman. On the occasion, she shared an interesting anecdote about how Rahman composed the song on the spot and recalled how she had manifested being a part of the film's music album. Taking to Instagram, she shared her video with the caption, 15 Years of Rockstar And 15 Years of Katiya Karun Rahman sir, thank you for trusting me with Katiya Karun. Irshad Kamil sahab, aapke lafzon ko awaaz dena mere liye bahut khaas raha. Imtiaz sir, thank you for making me a part of Rockstar. Aur Ranbir Kapoor aur Nargis Fakhri, thank you for bringing this song to life on screen. Iss safar ka hissa bankar hamesha grateful rahungi. Aur aap sabka shukriya, jo 15 saal baad bhi iss gaane ko utna hi pyaar dete hain. Recalling how she got the opportunity to sing Katiya Karun, Harshdeep shared that she received a call from Rahman asking her to visit his studio for a song in Rockstar. When she reached the studio and saw the lyrics, she was delighted to learn that she would be singing a Punjabi song for the film. Hi, this is Harshdeep Kaur. And today, 15 years have passed since the completion of the movie Rockstar. I still remember that day. I got a call from Rehman sir. He said, come to my Bhawai studio. There's a song that I want you to sing. When I reached the studio, when he gave me the lyrics, he had written some words on it. Katya karo, tera roo, main saari raati katya karo. I was very happy from inside that I was getting to sing a Punjabi song for Rehman sir. And that too for the movie Rockstar. So, somewhere or the other, I manifested very strongly that I wish I had a song in this movie. And when I came home, I quickly opened my music diary, in which I write all my songs, revealed Harshdeep. She went on to add, And I wrote on it, music AR Rahman, lyrics Irshad Kamil, director Imtiaz Ali, singer Harshdeep Kaur. It was around 2 or 3 in the morning when we were recording this song. He took the lyrics of this song in his hand in front of me and composed it on the spot. There was a moment when he played a very beautiful guitar riff on the piano. And I thought of a poem by Sultan Bahu. This is what I sang. Jaisi yeh gaana release hua, iska first promo aaya aur woh tinglingling se shuru hua. And it became an instant hit. And aaj bhi iska gaane par itne saare reels ban raha hai. Aap sab isko apne daily life ka ya apne important moments ka, apne travel journeys ka ek hisa banate hain. So, I am really really grateful to all of you for giving so much love to this song. I feel honoured to be a part of this epic album called Rockstar. Katiya Karun, sung by Harshdeep Kaur, is one of the popular tracks from Imtiaz Alis 2011 film Rockstar, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Nargis Fakhri. Composed by A.R. Rahman, the song also features additional vocals by Sapna Awasthi. Rockstar was released worldwide in theatres on 11 November 2011.
Man Arrested For Threatening Woman With Pistol In Kasauli
A Punjab resident, Narender Kumar, was arrested in Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh, for allegedly threatening a woman, Anjali Devi, with a pistol. The incident involved Kumar entering her home on November 10 and later following her to a police post where he again brandished the weapon before being apprehended.
Fake Bomb Threat For Diljit Dosanjh Concert: Hacked Account Used
Police in Indore have traced one of the multiple fake bomb threat emails targeting Punjabi actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh's upcoming November 15 concert to a hacked account belonging to a Dewas resident. The investigation revealed the email was sent via a VPN from a suspicious IP address in the United States, and a probe into the hacking is ongoing.
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Former SSP Gurmeet Singh Sentenced to Jail and Fine in 34-Year-Old Amrik Singh Disappearance Case
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Kejriwal, his daughter get death threat from Bishnoi gang member; case filed in Punjab
Delhi AAP MLA Jarnail Singh alleged caller demanded 7 crore from Mr. Kejriwal and threatened to kill him and his daughter Harshita Kejriwal if the money was not paid
Kejriwal, his daughter get death threat from Bishnoi gang member; case filed in Punjab
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Ness Wadia promises a long-term future with Hardik Pandya at Punjab Kings
Ness Wadia promises a long-term future with Hardik Pandya at Punjab Kings
Former India cricketer gives his take on the Hardik Pandya after massive trade with Punjab Kings
The IPL (Indian Premier League) 2027 mini auction is right around the corner; the marquee event is slated to be held in Goa on December 16th, and ahead of the event, the tournament was left shell-shocked after Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya was traded to Punjab Kings , as Arshdeep Singh completed his move to Mumbai Indians.
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Death Threat to Kejriwal, Daughter; 'Bishnoi Gang' Member Claims Responsibility
The Punjab Police has registered a case following a complaint filed by Delhi AAP MLA Jarnail Singh, who reported receiving a death threat message concerning party leader Arvind Kejriwal and his daughter, along with a demand for Rs 7 crore. Singh
'You will see a different Hardik Pandya for Punjab Kings'
Punjab Kings co-owner Ness Wadia expressed confidence that a 'different Hardik Pandya' will emerge at the franchise, asserting that both Pandya and the team are committed for the long term following his trade from Mumbai Indians. Wadia believes Pandya's experience and wisdom will strengthen the team's core and support captain Shreyas Iyer.
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Hardik Pandya's long-term Punjab Kings move will support Shreyas Iyer, says Ness Wadia
Punjab Kings co-owner Ness Wadia expressed confidence in Hardik Pandya's potential contribution to the team. Pandya joins the squad after trading Arshdeep Singh to Mumbai Indians, marking a historic IPL transaction. Wadia highlighted the team's long-term commitment to Pandya despite his injury history and reassured that they evaluated his fitness. He noted that Pandya will bolster team dynamics under captain Shreyas Iyer.
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Kejriwal, Daughter Threatened With Death By Caller Claiming Links To Bishnoi Gang
The police are investigating a death threat against former Delhi chief minister and Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal, allegedly issued in the name of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, with the caller demanding Rs 7 crore. The threat was reported by Tilak Nagar MLA Jarnail Singh, who told the Delhi Police that he had received a phone call and a WhatsApp message from a person claiming to be a member of the gang with links abroad. In a complaint filed with the police in Punjab's Mohali on November 6, Singh said the caller demanded Rs 7 crore and threatened to kill Kejriwal and his daughter, Harshita Kejriwal, if the money was not paid.
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Following the terrorist attack in Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir, the Congress on Thursday termed the incident serious and expressed concern over the targeting of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel, saying the Centre must take additional precautions to ensure the safety of lives and property in the region. Speaking to reporters, Punjab Congress in-charge Sachin Pilot said, This is serious, and I believe that regardless of who claims responsibility for law and order in Jammu and Kashmir, the Government of India has a responsibility to live up to those claims. Jammu and Kashmir is a very important and sensitive region. A terrorist attack of this nature, particularly the attack on the CRPF, is extremely dangerous. I believe the Government of India will have to take additional precautions to ensure the safety of lives and property in the region. Meanwhile, Congress leader Surendra Rajput termed the attack extremely tragic and wished a speedy recovery to the injured security personnel. He also held the BJP-led government responsible for the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir and questioned its handling of counter-terrorism operations. It is extremely tragic news. We wish a speedy recovery to all the soldiers who are injured. And the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is in power there. The BJP governs internal security there. The BJP is responsible for the protection of that area. What are they doing? Before demonetisation, they said terrorism had ended. Then incidents happened after Pulwama. After that, the Pathankot incidents happened. Then the Uri incidents happened. After that, incidents in Baisaran in Pahalgam, 26 people were killed. Kashmiri Hindus are being targeted. What is happening during the BJP's rule? Is the government during the BJP's rule so weak, so cowardly, and so incompetent that we are not even able to protect our own soldiers? If the Bharatiya Janata Party has any shame, if the Home Minister has any shame, he should resign after this incident, Rajput said. On the other hand, BJP MP Gulam Ali Khatana blamed Pakistan for continuing its alleged anti-India activities and said such attacks were aimed at diverting attention from its internal situation. ...Pakistan has still not stopped its despicable activities. It carries out such heinous acts to divert attention from its internal situation. It has already learned a lesson from Operation Sindoor. When the time comes, it will receive a response, he said. West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh said terrorism in Kashmir had almost come to an end, but acknowledged that some terrorists could still be hiding in the vast and difficult terrain. Terrorism in Kashmir has almost come to an end, but it is still a vast and difficult terrain, where some terrorists may be hiding. An investigation is underway. During a checking operation, terrorists attacked the Army personnel, who responded effectively. Any terrorists still hiding in the area will be tracked down, Ghosh said.
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Ness Wadia Comments on Hardik Pandya
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Hardik Pandyas Arrival Boosts Punjab Kings Championship Aspirations, Says Ness Wadia
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PNB Announces Results for Local Bank Officer Examination 2026
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Hardik brings a championship mindset: Ness Wadia backs PBKS new recruit after Arshdeep trade
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Punjab Kings chairman Ness Wadia has described Hardik as a proven match-winner who can strengthen the franchises title ambitions, while also acknowledging Arshdeep Singhs contribution to the team following the trade that sees the Indian pacer move to a new franchise. Speaking on the developments, Wadia highlighted Hardiks versatility and decorated record, pointing to his success in international cricket and the IPL as qualities that could prove valuable to Punjab Kings as they look to mount a title challenge. Hardik is a proven match-winner. His ability to contribute across different roles makes him a valuable addition to the Punjab Kings squad. With three ICC trophies and five IPL titles to his name, he brings a premium level of experience and a championship mindset as we work towards our goal of becoming champions. We are delighted to welcome him to the family, Wadia said. The chairman also reflected on Arshdeeps association with Punjab Kings, describing the fast bowlers progress as a source of pride for the franchise. While the trade brings that chapter to a close, Wadia said the team wished him well in his next assignment. Arshdeeps journey has been a special one for Punjab Kings, and we are incredibly proud of all that he has achieved, both with the franchise and for Indian cricket. While we are sad to see him move on, we wish him continued success with his new franchise. We also extend our warmest wishes to Arshdeep and Samreen as they begin this exciting new chapter together, he added. Pandyas trade ends his second stint with MI, the franchise with whom he won four IPL titles. After joining MI in 2015, Pandya grew into one of the leagues most influential all-rounders, contributing with both bat and ball in the teams title-winning campaigns in 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020. Pandya joined PBKS at a fee of Rs 18 crore, up from his existing fee of Rs 16.35 crore, while Arshdeep joined MI at his existing fee of Rs 18 crore.
PBKS chairman Ness Wadia hails Hardik's championship mindset, welcomes star all-rounder to team
Punjab Kings (PBKS) chairman Ness Wadia welcomed all-rounder Hardik Pandya to the team, citing him as a valuable asset, bringing his premium level of experience and a championship mindset as they eye their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title. After days of speculation and debates, the much-anticipated trade between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) has been completed. While MI have let go of their star all-rounder and multi-time champion Hardik Pandya, the two-time finalists Punjab have traded their homegrown left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh to the other side. Hardik will join PBKS at a fee of Rs 18 crore, up from his existing fee of Rs 16.35 crore, while Arshdeep will join MI at his existing fee of Rs 18 crore. Speaking in a statement, Ness welcomed Hardik to the team, saying, Hardik is a proven match-winner. His ability to contribute across different roles makes him a valuable addition to the Punjab Kings squad. With three ICC trophies and five IPL titles to his name,...
IPL 2027: Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya seal biggest trade in IPL history
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PSSSB Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026
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Punjabi University, Patiala has released new date sheet notifications for its MBA programmes on 11-11-2026. The notifications cover MBA (Two Year Regular Programme) Sem-1 and Sem-3, MBA Dual Degree (common with International Business) Sem-1 with MBA International Business Sem-3, and MBA (Distance Education) Two Year Programme Sem-1 and Sem-3.
November 12, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Punjab recorded dry weather during the past 24 hours, according to the Meteorological Department. The average night temperature across the state increased by Punjab Weather Update: Light Rain Likely in Pathankot and Hoshiarpur on November 13, Stubble Burning Cases Cross 5,500
Indian cricketer Arshdeep Singh proposed to actress Samreen Kaur during their trip to New Zealand. The engagement took place on November 11, and was shared on social media. Samreen expressed her happiness and excitement in her post about their relationship. Arshdeep recently moved from Punjab Kings to Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL 2027.
Punjab: Three passengers killed in PRTC bus crash in Sangrur, 24 others injured
While 15 of the injured were referred to a hospital in Patiala, the rest were admitted to the Civil Hospital in Sangrur.
Punjab stubble burning: 5,517 cases reported, Ferozepur tops list with 728
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Bank holiday today: SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Canara Bank and Punjab National Bank branches will be closed on 16 days this month, including regional holidays and weekend offs, as per the RBI calendar.
Pandya moves to Punjab, Arshdeep heads to MI in high-profile IPL trade
New Delhi, Nov 11: Flamboyant all-rounder Hardik Pandya moved to Punjab Kings from Mumbai Indians at an increased fee of Rs 18 crore, while PBKS traded pacer Arshdeep Singh for him, completing the biggest and most high-profile exchange of players in the history of IPL. Pandyas existing fee was Rs 16.35 crore. Arshdeep, on the []
Spike in Crop Residue Burning Incidents in Punjab, Ferozepur Leads the Count
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J&Ks agri sector has $80 billion potential by 2047: SKUAST-K VC
Vice Chancellor said enrolment rose from about 2,100 in 2020-21 to about 6,000 now Srinagar, Nov 11: Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir ( SKUAST-K ), Vice Chancellor, Prof Nazir Ahmad Ganai , on Wednesday said the university has set a target of raising the value of Jammu and Kashmir's agriculture sector from about $3.5 billion to $80 billion by 2047, to make the Union Territory a model bio-economy state. Addressing a press conference here alongside Prof Dr Raihana Habib Kanth, Director of Extension Education, he said the shorter-term target is about $12 billion by 2030, which he said would take the sector to approximately Rs 1 lakh crore. Prof Ganai said the university prepared a roadmap with the government in 2022 and presented it to the Lieutenant Governor at SKICC in June that year. Agriculture in J&K was then valued at about Rs 37,000 crore, against an estimated potential of $80 billion, he said. The university presented the vision again in October 2022, and the Lieutenant Governor approved the project, which has an estimated expenditure of about Rs 5,013 crore, he said. Prof Ganai said the university identified five components to bridge the gap: a vision or roadmap, trained human capital, technology, the government's commitment and capital investment by the government. The university would contribute to the first three, he said. He added that J&K's model is now seen in the country as an Evergreen Revolution after the Green Revolution. The SKUAST-K VC said India's per capita income is around $2,500 a year and needs to rise to $18,000-20,000 for the country to become developed. Viksit Bharat is not merely a slogan. It is a goal, a target and an aspiration, he said. He said the country has realised only about 20 per cent of the potential of agriculture and allied sectors. Rankings, patents, startups The VC said the university stood 37th in national rankings six or seven years ago and is now third among 74 universities. He said it ranks first in innovation among 78 universities and first in entrepreneurship and startups. The university received six patents in its first 40 years and has secured about 150 patents and intellectual property rights in the past five years. It has around 125 startups set up by students and faculty, he said, adding that five to six lakh people visited the three-day Gungul event in 2024. Prof Ganai said the university has coined the term babycorn for startups, as the one-billion-dollar valuation of a unicorn is a distant goal for it at present. He said 80 to 85 per cent of startups fail in the initial stages, and the aim is to encourage every student to become a founder or director of a business. He said public sector employment in J&K has reached saturation, and manufacturing faces the challenges of distance from raw materials and markets, and a fragile environment. Agriculture holds the greatest potential, he said. Enrolment The Vice Chancellor said enrolment rose from about 2,100 in 2020-21 to about 6,000 now. This year, about 17,000 candidates appeared for around 700 undergraduate seats, he said. The university offers 13 to 14 undergraduate programmes, against four to five at most universities, he added. He said around 35 per cent of students, more than 1,500, come from outside J&K. The university received about 450 applications from international students this year, and about 45 were admitted, he said. It had no foreign students when it organised an International Education Fair in Delhi in 2023, he added. Stakeholders, environment Prof Ganai said the university has five stakeholders: students, farmers, consumers, the environment and industry. He said the 15 million people of J&K are stakeholders because the food they consume must be safe. He said the university has submitted a Draft Policy on Environmental Sustainability to the government, which is reviewing it. The draft is in the public domain, and people can send suggestions, he said. We will promote agriculture, but not at the cost of the environment, he said, citing Punjab, where he said intensive farming during the Green Revolution led to soil deterioration, a falling water table and a rise in diseases. Thanking the media for its coverage, the VC said journalists are a channel to take technologies to farmers. He said the university's slogan is SKUAST-Kashmir for Quality of Life and its aim is to improve the lives of people in the remotest villages. Jammu and Kashmir has to become a model bio-economy by unlocking the potential of agriculture, says SKUAST-Kashmir Vice-Chancellor Professor Nazir Ahmad Ganai Camera: @Arifkhan33_ @skuast_kashmir https://t.co/oRLzHjeh7r Rising Kashmir (@RisingKashmir) November 11, 2026
'We are looking at Hardik Pandya as a long-term investment': Ness Wadia
Punjab Kings co-owner Ness Wadia opens up about the blockbuster Hardik Pandya-Arshdeep Singh trade, admitting that letting go of the India pacer was a difficult decision. Wadia explains the cricketing rationale behind acquiring Pandya, reveals how the negotiations unfolded and outlines the franchise's long-term ambitions of building a championship-winning team.
