Supreme Court refuses to entertain Amritpal Singhs plea challenging his detention under NSA
Amritpal Singh, chief of the Waris Punjab De outfit, is currently lodged in jail in Assams Dibrugarh along with his nine associates under the National Security Act
Alliance led by DMK will achieve an emphatic win in 2026 Assembly election, says Stalin
He asserts that the schemes being implemented by the DMKs Dravidian Model of governance have become a model for other States, with the Chief Ministers Free Breakfast Scheme being announced in Telangana and Punjab, and even in Canada
Punjab drug trafficker held with 566 gm of heroin in Tohana
Foreign gang module disarmed, targeted killings averted in Punjab
When Diljit Dosanjh teased Parineeti Chopra on sets of Chamkila
Diljit Dosanjh shared a fun throwback reel from the sets of 'Amar Singh Chamkila'. He humorously compared Parineeti Chopra's character to Rihanna. The film, released in April 2024, explores the life of Punjabi singer Amar Singh Chamkila. Dosanjh is currently on his 'Aura Tour'. Chopra recently welcomed a baby boy.
Punjab, Haryana placed on high alert after Delhi blast
Police force has been deployed at sensitive and vulnerable spots, and checking of vehicles and suspicious people has been intensified, the Punjab Police said in a statement
Punjab has declared November 2025 as Martyrdom Remembrance Month to commemorate the 350th anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji's sacrifice. The month-long observance features daily religious programs, extensive seva camps, and medical check-ups, alongside a moral education drive for over 10 lakh students.
Delhi's average AQI slightly better this year compared to 2024: CAQM
This year has brought a breath of fresh air to Delhi, quite literally! The city's Air Quality Index has dipped from last years troubling figures, thanks to a remarkable reduction in agricultural burning in Punjab and Haryana. Initiatives such as enhanced waste management and strict regulatory measures have contributed to this positive trend.
Condolences To Those Who Have Lost Their Loved Ones In Delhi Blast: PM Modi
Bihar, Punjab, Maharashtra, Kolkata, Jaipur, Haryana, Hyderabad, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand are on high alert following the blast.
CHANDIGARH: Four years after the farmers long agitation, students of Panjab University have risen in protest against the BJP-led Union Government. They have been joined by farmer leaders, activists from Sikh organisations, and leaders of various political parties, creating a major challenge for the Centre. Despite the Union Government rolling back its controversial decision to restructure the universitys governing bodies, both the Senate and the Syndicate, students have refused to back down. They have vowed to continue their agitation until the dates for the long-pending Senate elections are announced. On Monday, protestors managed to overwhelm the Chandigarh Police and entered the campus in large numbers to support the ongoing stir. The protest threw traffic out of gear across Chandigarh (Union Territory) and Mohali in Punjab, with major connecting roads sealed and diversions causing jams stretching for kilometres. The security clampdown effectively cut off Mohali from Chandigarh, leaving thousands of commuters stranded for hours. Led under the banner of Panjab University Bachao Morcha, the protest comes just days after the Ministry of Education, on 7 November, withdrew its 28 October order that sought to amend the Panjab University Act, 1947. The order had proposed reducing the strength of the Senate, the universitys apex governing body, from 91 members to 31, and abolishing elections for the Syndicate, its executive body. The agitation is aimed at safeguarding the universitys autonomy and preserving its democratic election process. Against this backdrop, the protest has taken on a politically charged tone. The ruling BJP and its ideological parent body, the RSS, have become frequent targets of criticism, particularly as they hold power at the Centre. Interestingly, the BJP-affiliated student organisation ABVP, which recently won the post of president in the Panjab University Students Union for the first time in five decades, has largely remained absent from the protest, which has been spearheaded by SATH and Students for Society, among others. The university announced a two-day holiday for Monday and Tuesday, and entry into the campus has been restricted to those carrying valid university identity cards. Police attempted to stop the protestors at the gates, but after they dismantled barricades, officers resorted to a mild baton charge. Despite this, students managed to enter the campus. Many students were seen arguing with police personnel and raising slogans such as Go Back Chandigarh Police! Some jostled with officers to force their way inside, and several even climbed the entry gates to gain access. Senior Superintendent of Police Kanwardeep Kaur personally supervised security arrangements to maintain law and order. Farmers affiliated with the Samyukta Kisan Morcha held a separate protest near Phase 6 in Mohali after being denied entry into Chandigarh, which caused massive traffic jams. They eventually succeeded in reaching the university campus. Panjab University Campus Students Council (PUCSC) vice-president Ashmeet Singh claimed that many students were denied entry to the campus. Student leader Abhishek Dagar stated that the protest would remain peaceful and continue until the Senate poll schedule is announced. Around 5070 protestors are expected to camp inside the campus until the final schedule is released, while others plan to disperse later in the evening. Another student protestor said they would continue to pressure the Centre to announce the Senate elections. During the demonstration, students held placards reading Students Unity Long Live, demanding the immediate release of the Senate poll schedule. Meanwhile, sources revealed that the university authorities have submitted a detailed Senate poll schedule to the Vice-President of India, who serves as the universitys Chancellor, for approval. AAP MP Malvinder Kang criticised the Centre, alleging that it intended to capture Panjab University. He also condemned the authorities for preventing students from joining what he described as a peaceful protest. Leader of the Opposition and senior Punjab Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa accused the Chandigarh Administration of turning the university campus into a fortress, with barricades at every entry point and students forcibly kept out. Peaceful protest is not a crime, it is a constitutional right. The attempt to crush dissent through brute force is outrageously undemocratic and exposes the BJPs fear of student voices, Bajwa said. He further accused the BJP-led Union Government of orchestrating a systematic takeover of autonomous institutions, undermining their independence through centralised control. Security personnel equipped with anti-riot gear were deployed at the ChandigarhMohali border points, where barricades and sand-laden trucks were placed to block the entry of protestors, including farmers and a group of Nihangs. The traffic restrictions also disrupted school transport, leaving hundreds of students stranded. Buses travelling from Mohali to Chandigarh were delayed for over an hour, while police had barricaded all approach roads leading to Panjab University, particularly from the Sector 25 side. Commuters were forced to take diversions, causing further congestion across the city.
CHANDIGARH: Four years after the farmers long agitation, students of Panjab University have risen in protest against the BJP-led Union Government. They have been joined by farmer leaders, activists from Sikh organisations, and leaders of various political parties, creating a major challenge for the Centre. Despite the Union Government rolling back its controversial decision to restructure the universitys governing bodies, both the Senate and the Syndicate, students have refused to back down. They have vowed to continue their agitation until the dates for the long-pending Senate elections are announced. On Monday, protestors managed to overwhelm the Chandigarh Police and entered the campus in large numbers to support the ongoing stir. The protest threw traffic out of gear across Chandigarh (Union Territory) and Mohali in Punjab, with major connecting roads sealed and diversions causing jams stretching for kilometres. The security clampdown effectively cut off Mohali from Chandigarh, leaving thousands of commuters stranded for hours. Led under the banner of Panjab University Bachao Morcha, the protest comes just days after the Ministry of Education, on 7 November, withdrew its 28 October order that sought to amend the Panjab University Act, 1947. The order had proposed reducing the strength of the Senate, the universitys apex governing body, from 91 members to 31, and abolishing elections for the Syndicate, its executive body. The agitation is aimed at safeguarding the universitys autonomy and preserving its democratic election process. Against this backdrop, the protest has taken on a politically charged tone. The ruling BJP and its ideological parent body, the RSS, have become frequent targets of criticism, particularly as they hold power at the Centre. Interestingly, the BJP-affiliated student organisation ABVP, which recently won the post of president in the Panjab University Students Union for the first time in five decades, has largely remained absent from the protest, which has been spearheaded by SATH and Students for Society, among others. The university announced a two-day holiday for Monday and Tuesday, and entry into the campus has been restricted to those carrying valid university identity cards. Police attempted to stop the protestors at the gates, but after they dismantled barricades, officers resorted to a mild baton charge. Despite this, students managed to enter the campus. Many students were seen arguing with police personnel and raising slogans such as Go Back Chandigarh Police! Some jostled with officers to force their way inside, and several even climbed the entry gates to gain access. Senior Superintendent of Police Kanwardeep Kaur personally supervised security arrangements to maintain law and order. Farmers affiliated with the Samyukta Kisan Morcha held a separate protest near Phase 6 in Mohali after being denied entry into Chandigarh, which caused massive traffic jams. They eventually succeeded in reaching the university campus. Panjab University Campus Students Council (PUCSC) vice-president Ashmeet Singh claimed that many students were denied entry to the campus. Student leader Abhishek Dagar stated that the protest would remain peaceful and continue until the Senate poll schedule is announced. Around 5070 protestors are expected to camp inside the campus until the final schedule is released, while others plan to disperse later in the evening. Another student protestor said they would continue to pressure the Centre to announce the Senate elections. During the demonstration, students held placards reading Students Unity Long Live, demanding the immediate release of the Senate poll schedule. Meanwhile, sources revealed that the university authorities have submitted a detailed Senate poll schedule to the Vice-President of India, who serves as the universitys Chancellor, for approval. AAP MP Malvinder Kang criticised the Centre, alleging that it intended to capture Panjab University. He also condemned the authorities for preventing students from joining what he described as a peaceful protest. Leader of the Opposition and senior Punjab Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa accused the Chandigarh Administration of turning the university campus into a fortress, with barricades at every entry point and students forcibly kept out. Peaceful protest is not a crime, it is a constitutional right. The attempt to crush dissent through brute force is outrageously undemocratic and exposes the BJPs fear of student voices, Bajwa said. He further accused the BJP-led Union Government of orchestrating a systematic takeover of autonomous institutions, undermining their independence through centralised control. Security personnel equipped with anti-riot gear were deployed at the ChandigarhMohali border points, where barricades and sand-laden trucks were placed to block the entry of protestors, including farmers and a group of Nihangs. The traffic restrictions also disrupted school transport, leaving hundreds of students stranded. Buses travelling from Mohali to Chandigarh were delayed for over an hour, while police had barricaded all approach roads leading to Panjab University, particularly from the Sector 25 side. Commuters were forced to take diversions, causing further congestion across the city.
'Can 10 Years Of Polluted Air Be Cleaned In 7-8 Months?': Delhi Minister Sirsa Slams AAP | Exclusive
The BJP leader pointed a direct accusatory finger at the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab regarding farm fires
Bihar polls: ECI says 80% of security personnel drawn from Central armed police forces
NEW DELHI: Countering RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadavs allegation over the disproportionate deployment of forces and observers in poll-bound Bihar from BJP-ruled states, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday said nearly 80 percent of the police forces are drawn from Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). A senior ECI official said, Only about 20 percent of the police forces are deployed from the State Armed Police forces, which are drawn proportionately from different states as per availability. State forces have been taken from 24 states, including Jharkhand, Telangana, Kerala, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and Karnataka. Even observers have been drawn and deployed proportionately from all states irrespective of the ruling party in the respective state, the official said, adding that CCTVs have been functioning at all strong rooms and wherever any malfunctioning has come to notice, it has been promptly rectified. On the issue of voters turnout ratio in terms of male and female, the ECI official said, the overall gender ratio with regard to voters turnout is generally given at the time of final turnout and we still have one round of voting is left.
Cold wave to persist across North, East, and Central India for next four days: IMD
NEW DELHI: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast the continuation of cold wave conditions across northern, eastern, and central India for the next four days. Minimum temperatures in northwest India are expected to drop by 23C in the coming days. According to the IMD, cold to severe cold wave conditions are likely to persist in isolated areas of west Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, east and west Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Vidarbha, Jharkhand, and Odisha over the next three to four days. A cold wave, as defined by the IMD, occurs when the minimum temperature at a particular weather station drops significantly below normalspecifically by 4.5C to 6.4C or moreand when the absolute temperature reaches or falls below certain thresholds (10C in the plains or 0C in the hills). Currently, cold wave and severe cold wave conditions have already been reported in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, while isolated pockets of Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh have also been affected since November 9. The IMD has observed that minimum temperatures are ranging between 7C and 10C in various regions, including Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, northern Haryana, Uttarakhand, east Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Madhya Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, and Uttar Pradesh. In these areas, temperatures have dropped below normal by 5.1C or more, creating potential health hazards. The department predicts that minimum temperatures in northwest India will remain below normal by 23C over the next four to five days. Additionally, temperatures in Telangana are expected to fall by 34C for two to three days, with no significant changes thereafter. The IMD has warned that the sudden decline in minimum temperatures could increase the likelihood of illnesses such as flu, stuffy nose, and nosebleeds, which can worsen with prolonged exposure to cold. The health advisory cautions, Do not ignore shivering; it is the first sign that the body is losing heat. Get indoors. In its agromet advisory, the IMD has recommended light and frequent irrigation for standing crops in the evening to protect them from low-temperature stress or cold injury in Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Jharkhand.
Punjab relaxes norms for new power connections under 50 kW category
Shehnaaz spills what really happens at Salmans parties
Shehnaaz Gill recently offered a glimpse into Salman Khan's farmhouse gatherings, describing them as fun-filled with ATV rides and even Salman plucking berries. She highlighted his simple, hardworking, 'desi' nature, comparing him to a farmer. Gill is currently celebrating her Punjabi film 'Ikk Kudi's' success, while Salman is busy with Bigg Boss and his upcoming film 'Battle of Galwan'.
SC refuses to entertain Amritpal Singh`s plea challenging his detention
A bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and NV Anjaria asked Singh to approach the Punjab and Haryana High Court with his plea
SC refuses to entertain Amritpal Singhs plea challenging his detention
NEW DELHI, Nov 10: The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a plea filed by radical preacher and Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh challenging his detention under the National Security Act. A bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and NV Anjaria asked Singh to approach the Punjab and Haryana High Court with his plea. The top court asked the high court to decide his plea within six weeks. Singh, the chief of the Waris Punjab De outfit, is currently [] The post SC refuses to entertain Amritpal Singhs plea challenging his detention appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC orders retired HC judges to oversee all state bar council polls; cites trust deficit in BCI
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday indicated that all state bar council elections will be held under the supervision of retired high court judges to ensure a free and fair poll process. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi said there is a trust deficit with the Bar Council of India (BCI), as well as state bar councils, and therefore an independent election panel headed by retired high court judges in each state will be appointed to oversee the process. Senior advocate Manan Kumar Mishra, who is also the Bar Council of India chairman, said that the body does not have any objections if retired judges are appointed for conducting the elections to the bar bodies. State Bar council or Bar association elections are the most difficult elections on earth, Justice Kant said, and asked Mishra to notify the elections for different states as early as possible. Mishra said the Punjab and Haryana bar councils' elections will be notified on Monday and the dates for seven states will be notified this week. Senior advocate Madhavi Divan, appearing for the intervenor, submitted that court orders are being flouted, and pointed out that on October 9, the Delhi Bar Council notified dates for the election but on October 10, a notice was issued by the Bar Council of India dissolving the body. Mishra said that they want the Bar Council of India (BCI) to be ousted from the poll process and want the elections to be held according to their wishes. The bench told Divan that the BCI cannot be ousted from the election process and to ensure fairness, it will appoint local retired high court judges for all bar council elections. On October 31, the top court directed the BCI to notify elections for the Punjab and Haryana bar councils in 10 days and hold the polls by December 31. It also directed the apex bar body to hold elections for the Uttar Pradesh Bar Council by January 31, 2026, and address the genuine and bonafide grievances of electors. The top court passed the directions after it was pointed out that elections for Punjab and Haryana bar councils have not been notified and in Uttar Pradesh, the voter list is not being uploaded on the website. On September 24, the top court said elections in state bar councils have to be held by January 31, 2026, keeping in mind the long pendency. It had said drives for verification of lawyers' LLB certificates cannot be a ground for postponing the elections. The top court was hearing a batch of pleas seeking to quash Rule 32 of the Bar Council of India Certificate and Place of Practice (Verification) Rules, 2015, which empowers the BCI to extend the term of state Bar council members beyond the statutory limits prescribed under the Advocates Act 1961.
Punjab University protests: Heavy police deployment made as university braces for shutdown
Students have been holding a protest against the Centre's now-withdrawn decision to restructure the university's governing bodies Senate and Syndicate
Is Poor Air Quality Making Dengue Recovery Harder? Punjab Doctors Raise Alarm
Doctors in Punjab report that adults hospitalised with dengue fever are recovering slower amid severely poor air quality.
Diljit Dosanjh faces fresh Khalistani threats ahead of Auckland show
Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh is reportedly facing fresh threats from pro-Khalistan groups ahead of his upcoming concert in Auckland, New Zealand on Thursday, November 13.
PhysicsWallah remains bullish on online edu; bets big on offline expansion: Co-founder Alakh Pandey
NEW DELHI, Nov 9 : Edtech unicorn PhysicsWallah, which remains bullish on the online medium of education, is also betting big on its offline expansion by opening new learning centres in cities where demand is high, its co-founder and CEO Alakh Pandey said. The company plans to set up centres in several new locations, including Muzaffarpur (Bihar), Dhanbad (Jharkhand), Akola and Latur (Maharashtra), Rajkot (Gujarat), Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh), Bhatinda (Punjab), Jorhat (Assam), and Chennai (Tamil Nadu), according to the draft [] The post PhysicsWallah remains bullish on online edu; bets big on offline expansion: Co-founder Alakh Pandey appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Stigma to blame? Study finds low uptake of family screening for thalassaemia in Punjab
Absconding AAP MLA accused of rape surfaces in Australia, Says Will return
Punjab Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Harmit Singh Pathanmajra, wanted in a rape case and missing for over two months, has reportedly surfaced in Australia after evading police action in India. In a video interview given to an Australia-based Punjabi web channel, the Sanour legislator said he would return to Punjab only after obtaining bail, [] The post Absconding AAP MLA accused of rape surfaces in Australia, Says Will return appeared first on Northlines .
Punjab records 440 new farm fires, tally crosses 4,000
BSF canine gets natl bravery award for courage on Punjab border
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Two Haryana gangsters detained in Georgia, US to be deported to India soon
CHANDIGARH: Two Gangsters from Haryana, Venkatesh Garg and Bhanu Rana, have been detained in Georgia and United States respectively and are likely to be deported back to India soon. Confirming that both the gangsters have been detained, a senior Haryana police official told TNIE that a team is already in Georgia to bring back the fugitive and deliberations are going on to bring back Rana from United States. Sources pointed out that Venkatesh Garg is associated with the Kapil Sangwan alias Nandu gang and hails from Narayangarh in Haryana. More than ten criminal cases are registered against. He fled to Georgia after being implicated in the murder of a Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) leader in Gurugram. Meanwhile, Bhanu Rana a close associate of the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang. He hails from Karnal and has been operating across Haryana, Punjab and Delhi. His name surfaced during investigations into a grenade attack in Punjab earlier this year. In June this year, the Special Task Force (STF) in Karnal arrested two men carrying hand grenades and pistols who then reportedly confessed that they were acting on the orders of Rana. Also several charge sheets have been filed against him in various cases. Officials from multiple security agencies, including the Haryana police, called the arrests a significant success. Sources also claimed that more than two dozen gangsters from India have fled and are now living and operating from abroad, where they run extortion and smuggling rackets after hiring operatives back home.
Punjab AAP MLA Accused Of Rape Reportedly Flees To Australia, Says 'Will Return After Getting Bail'
AAP MLA Harmit Singh Pathanmajra, accused of rape, fled to Australia and appeared in a video interview, raising questions on the investigation.
Accused of rape, Punjab AAP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra flees to Australia
Amid serious allegations of rape, Punjab's AAP representative Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra has taken refuge in Australia, according to insider reports. He released a video defending his innocence, suggesting that the charges are part of a wider political maneuver to undermine him.
A.P. emerges as No. 1 State in implementing Energy Conservation Building Code
With approvals for 786 ECBC compliant buildings, A.P. surpassed Telangana (738), Punjab (552), Uttar Pradesh (201), Haryana (100), Kerala (57) and Uttarakhand (12), according to an official release.
Double Murder, Double Life: How 'Fugitive Killer' From Punjab Became Noida RWA Security Manager
Gaurav Kumar, 27, was wanted for the gruesome 2017 murders of senior journalist KJ Singh (64) and his nonagenarian, bedridden mother, Gurcharan Kaur (92)
Punjab, Haryana outpace national average in services employment
Ranji Trophy: Punjab in command after bowling out Chandigarh for 173 on Day 1
Punjab Cong submits over 26L forms against vote chori
Cong, SAD betrayed Punjab: Mann
Mann: Punjab Will Never Surrender Its Rights Following Centre's Rollback of PU
A controversy arose when the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Congress, and the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) opposed the Centre's earlier proposal to restructure PU's governing bodies via the October 28 notification.
Punjab records 3,284 stubble burning from Sept 15 to Nov 6, Haryana witnesses 206
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) noted a marginal decrease in Punjab's stubble burning incidents between September 15 and November 6, 2025, compared to the previous year. However, some districts saw an increase, raising concerns. Haryana reported a significant reduction in farm fires due to a proactive approach and financial incentives for farmers.
Joshi writes to CM, suggests SAP for sugarcane like in U.P., Punjab
Two with links to Khalistan Liberation Force arrested in Punjab
Two Amritsar men, Bikramjit Singh and Karanbir Singh, were apprehended for alleged ties to the Khalistan Liberation Force. Police revealed they were directed by foreign handlers to acquire illegal weapons from across the border for criminal acts, including a recent murder. Authorities seized multiple firearms and cartridges from the accused.
Punjab: Tarn Taran SSP suspended days before November 11 by-poll
CHANDIGARH: The Election Commission on Saturday issued directions for the suspension of Tarn Taran Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Dr. Ravjot Kaur Grewal, three days ahead of the November 11 assembly by-election. Amritsar Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar has been given the additional charge of SSP, Tarn Taran, with immediate effect. No reason was mentioned for Grewals suspension. She had been posted as the Tarn Taran SSP in September. The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) had recently lodged a complaint with the Chief Electoral Officer of Punjab against Grewal, accusing her of using the police force to file false and baseless FIRs against SAD leadership and cadre to prevent them from campaigning in the by-election. Party chief spokesman and legal cell head Arshdeep Singh Kler alleged that the police were acting under pressure from the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and registering politically motivated FIRs to obstruct the partys campaign. Kler stated that notices under Sections 126 and 169 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) were issued to SAD leaders to stop them from canvassing. He also cited FIRs against Dodhe village sarpanch Varinder Singh and Manpreet Singh, the personal assistant of SAD candidate Sukhwinder Kaur Randhawa. Last month, SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal had lodged a complaint with the Punjab Chief Electoral Officer against SSP Grewal, accusing her of using the police to file false FIRs against the partys leadership and cadre to prevent them from campaigning for the Tarn Taran bypoll. The SAD also held a dharna against the SSP for allegedly acting against its party workers and leaders. Polling for the Tarn Taran bypoll will be held on November 11, with results scheduled to be announced on November 14. The Tarn Taran assembly seat fell vacant following the death of Aam Aadmi Party MLA Kashmir Singh Sohal in June.
CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Police has arrested two men allegedly associated with terrorist organisation Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF) who were involved in the brutal murder of Italy-based Malkit Singh at Raja Sansi in Amritsar. Sophisticated weapons were recovered from the possession of the men who were planning to carry out sensational crimes in the state, said Director General of Police, Punjab, Gaurav Yadav here on Saturday. Yadav said that the arrested men have been identified as Bikramjit Singh alias Bikram, a resident of Dhariwal village in Amritsar, and Karanbir Singh, a resident of village Saisra Kalan in Amritsar. The recovered weapons include one foreign-made .30 caliber PX5 pistol, one .30 caliber pistol, one foreign-made .45 caliber pistol, one .32 caliber pistol and one revolver along with 20 live cartridges from their possession. Two unidentified persons had opened fire at Malkit Singh when he was sowing wheat in his field at Dhariwal village, along with his father, on November 1 at around 7pm. Due to severe injuries, Malkit Singh succumbed to his wounds in the hospital. Yadav said that Bikramjit is associated with the terrorist organization KLF and has a criminal history with cases registered under the Explosives Act, Attempt to Murder, and Arms Act. He was also involved in the 2018 grenade attack on a religious place at Raja Sansi, he said. He said preliminary investigations revealed that, on the directions of his foreign handlers, Bikramjit had procured illegal weapons from across the border. Sharing operational details, Deputy Inspector General of Police (Border Range) Sandeep Goel said that acting on reliable inputs, police teams from Amritsar Rural under the overall supervision of SSP Maninder Singh arrested Bikramjit near Gurdwara Sahib at village Dhariwal. On the disclosure of Bikram, Karanbir was arrested from Adda near Kukranwala, he said. The police teams were led by DSP Gurinder Nagra. Senior Superintendent of Police (Amritsar Rural) Maninder Singh said that further investigations are underway to establish forward and backward linkages in this case to expose the full nexus. More arrests and recoveries are likely in the coming days, he added. In this regard, a case FIR no. 177 dated November 2 had been registered under sections 103(1) and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and sections 25 and 27 of the Arms Act at Police Station Raja Sansi in Amritsar Rural.
The Trident Group and PGTI Jointly Announce the Inaugural 'Trident Open' Golf Tournament
Prize Purse of INR 1 crore Field to feature leading names such as PGTI Ranking leader Yuvraj Sandhu, Arjun Prasad, N Thangaraja, Shaurya Bhattacharya & Angad Cheema Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), the official sanctioning body of professional golf in India, today jointly announced the inaugural edition of the Trident Open golf tournament which will be held at the esteemed Chandigarh Golf Club from November 11 – 14, 2025. The tournament carries a prize purse of INR 1 crore. Rajya Sabha MP & Trident Group Chairman Emeritus Padma Shri Rajinder Gupta with PGTI and Chandigarh Golf Club officials at the launch of the inaugural 'Trident Open' Golf Tournament The tournament will be preceded by the Am-Am event on November 8 and the Pro-Am event on November 9. The tournament is supported by Title Sponsor Trident Group . Trident Group is an Indian business conglomerate and global player led by the dynamic Mr. Rajinder Gupta, Member Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and Chairman. Headquartered in Ludhiana, Punjab, Trident is one of the largest players in home textiles in India and abroad. The company operates in three major business segments: Textiles, Paper (Wheat Straw-based), and Chemicals, with its manufacturing facilities in Punjab and Madhya Pradesh. Unveiling trophy of the 'Trident Open' Golf Tournament Rajya Sabha MP & Trident Group Chairman Emeritus Padma Shri Rajinder Gupta with officials from PGTI and Chandigarh Golf Club The tournament will feature leading Indian professionals such as 2025 PGTI Ranking leader Yuvraj Sandhu, Arjun Prasad, Shaurya Bhattacharya, Angad Cheema, Om Prakash Chouhan and Manu Gandas, to name a few. Besides Yuvraj Sandhu and Angad Cheema, the Chandigarh Tricity will be represented by the likes of Jairaj Singh Sandhu, Akshay Sharma, Ravi Kumar, Abhijit Singh Chadha, Brijesh Kumar, Raunil Kukar, Anant Singh Ahlawat, Amrit Lal, Chandarjeet Yadav, Brashwarpal Singh, Umed Kumar (PGTI NEXGEN Order of Merit champion), Vasu Sehgal and Vishav Pratap Singh Gill, to name a few. The prominent foreign names in the field include Sri Lankans N Thangaraja and K Prabagaran, Bangladeshis Jamal Hossain, Md Siddikur Rahman, Badal Hossain and Md Akbar Hossain, Americans Koichiro Sato and Derek Trofimczuk, Nepal’s Subash Tamang, Italy’s Federico Zucchetti and Uganda’s Joshua Seale. Twenty-one-year-old Shubham Jaglan, former India No. 1 in the Junior Category, who has recently been playing college golf in the United States, will be making his PGTI debut at this week’s Trident Open. This is a 72-hole stroke-play tournament featuring a field of 126 players including 123 professionals and three amateurs. The cut will be applied after the first 36 holes. The top 50 players and ties will make the halfway cut and continue to play for another 36 holes. Padma Shri Rajinder Gupta, Member Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and Chairman Emeritus , Trident Group , said, “ We are delighted to announce the launch of the inaugural Trident Open Golf Championship, in collaboration with the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), and under the esteemed leadership of Kapil Dev Ji—a true sporting international icon and a symbol of national pride. This initiative stands as testament to Trident’s unwavering commitment to the promotion of sports and the pursuit of excellence across all spheres of human endeavour. At Trident, we view golf as more than just a sport—it is a discipline that reflects precision, strategy, and connection, all of which deeply resonate with our core values of fostering meaningful and enduring partnerships. We are especially honoured to host this prestigious event at the Chandigarh Golf Club, affectionately known as the ‘Nursery of Indian Golf’, celebrated for its rich legacy of shaping champions who have brought glory to the nation .” Mr. Kapil Dev, President, Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), said, “ It gives me great pleasure to join hands with the Trident Group to announce the inaugural Trident Open, an event that reflects the growing strength and stature of professional golf in India. Our partnership with the Trident Group highlights our shared commitment to nurturing excellence and expanding opportunities for professional golfers across the country. The Chandigarh Golf Club, one of the leading championship venues in the country with a rich legacy of producing champion golfers, provides the ideal setting to stage the inaugural Trident Open. I extend my best wishes to all competitors and hope this tournament becomes a proud tradition in the years to come .” Chandigarh Golf Club , said, “ It is a matter of immense pride for The Chandigarh Golf Club to host the inaugural edition of the PGTI’s Trident Open and a pleasure to have the Trident Group support golf. We have partnered with PGTI over the years and it has been a privilege to bring their prestigious tournaments to the City Beautiful. This tournament will provide a great opportunity for our members and golf fans in the Tricity to witness golf of the highest quality. On behalf of The Chandigarh Golf Club, I extend my warmest welcome to all participants of the Trident Open 2025 and wish them an enjoyable and memorable event on our hallowed greens which has been a nursery for golf in India .” The venue for the tournament, the Chandigarh Golf Club, is home to a 7,202-yard, 18-hole, Par-72 course, known for its tight fairways, which are lined by thick mango, jamun, eucalyptus and kikar trees and thick roughs. There are quite a few dogleg holes here, but none gives the players a chance to take the shortcut as tall trees almost always guard the corners. The Club also possesses one of the longest Par-5s in India, the seventh hole, which measures 613 yards. PGTI’s continuous efforts to grow professional golf in India are supported all year round by its Tour Partners Rolex, Amul, IndusInd Bank, Victorious Choice, Campa, Amrutanjan Electro Plus, Golf Plus Monthly and Golf Design India.
Punjab Police Bust Drug Supply Module, Arrest 2 Pakistan-Backed Operatives
Police in Punjab's Amritsar busted two Pakistan-backed drug supply modules, arresting two key operatives in smuggling Methamphetamine.
Man with links to KLF among two arrested in Punjab
CHANDIGARH, Nov 8: Two men, one of whom was allegedly associated with terrorist organisation Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF), were arrested on Saturday, police said. Police said as per preliminary findings, they were acting on the directions of their foreign handlers, and had procured illegal weapons from across the border to carry out crimes in Punjab. The duo were also allegedly involved in a murder case, and four weapons have also been recovered from their possession. Bikramjit Singh is associated [] The post Man with links to KLF among two arrested in Punjab appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Canada deports three foreign nationals linked to extortion targeting Punjabi business owners
CHANDIGARH: The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has deported three foreign nationals following an investigation linking them to ongoing extortion threats, shootings, and violence targeting Indian-origin Punjabi businesses in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia. The action was part of the newly formed BC Extortion Task Force. The agency has also initiated immigration investigations into 78 foreign nationals who may be inadmissible to the country. The deportations, announced on November 7, are the first carried out under the 40-member BC Extortion Task Force, established earlier this year to coordinate intelligence and enforcement efforts against transnational organised crime groups operating in the province. The operation involves the CBSA, Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), Abbotsford Police Department, Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit B.C. (CFSEU-BC), Delta Police Department, Metro Vancouver Transit Police, Surrey Police Service, and Surrey Provincial Operations Support Unit. The task force receives support from the federal RCMP National Coordination and Support Team (NCST), which facilitates coordination and information sharing on extortion cases with law enforcement agencies in affected provinces, including British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario. In a statement, the CBSA said its role in the task force is to assist in the execution of search warrants, conduct investigations under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA), and share information with law enforcement partners. To date, the CBSA has initiated immigration investigations into 78 foreign nationals who may be inadmissible and has removed from Canada three individuals related to these investigations, the statement read. These investigations and enforcement actions highlight the critical role our intelligence and inland enforcement teams play in disrupting organized transnational criminal groups. We will pursue the swift removal of individuals who have abused our immigration system and who compromise the safety of our communities, said Nina Patel, Regional Director General, Pacific Region, CBSA. According to the Surrey Police Service, 65 extortion cases have been reported in Surrey so far this year, 35 of which involved gunfire. Minister of Public Safety Gary Anandasangaree said, I have seen up close just how diligently border services officers and investigators work to ensure the safety and security of our communities and the integrity of Canadas immigration system. I thank them for their dedication and vigilance in helping to protect our borders and for the active role they are playing in the extortion task force. The CBSA is an essential part of the BC Extortion Task Force, working with the RCMP, CFSEU, local police, and all levels of government to disrupt criminal networks. With our federal partners, we are ensuring that law enforcement has the tools they need to find these criminals and bring them to justice. Those who commit violent extortion that terrorizes our communities will be arrested, charged, and, as weve seen today, if they are not Canadian citizens, they may be removed from Canada. I thank CBSA officers for their vigilance and their active role in protecting British Columbians, said Nina Krieger, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General. Interestingly, last year the CBSA opened 184 criminal investigations into suspected offences under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. The agency is responsible for identifying, investigating, and prosecuting individuals and entities connected to organised crime, human smuggling, immigration fraud, terrorism, and other violations of the Customs Act and the IRPA. Officials added that the removals represent a significant step in ongoing efforts to dismantle organized networks behind the recent surge of violence and intimidation targeting members of the Punjabi business community in British Columbia.
Punjab CMs technical adviser Ravi Chawla resigns
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Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann hands over appointment letters to youth recruited in state power corp
Use of biomass pellets: Punjab power plants fail to meet target
Centre rescinds order restructuring Syndicate and Senate of Panjab University
Opposition parties, including the Aam Aadmi Party, the Congress and Shiromani Akali Dal in Punjab and students organisations had cornered the central government for its decision to restructure the Senate and Syndicate of Panjab University
100 more stubble burning cases in Punjab
BJP leaders slam ruling AAP over alleged betrayal of public trust in Punjab
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that the AAP has only misled people with false promises of changeand has not fulfilled its promises madeduring the 2022 Assembly polls
Bypoll campaign: Only BJP can steer Punjab towards development, says Haryana CM in Punjab
Cellecor Gadgets Limited , one of India’s fastest growing consumer electronics and lifestyle technology companies, today announced a strong performance for the half year ended September 30, 2025, reflecting strong consumer demand across its product portfolio and increasing adoption in Tier II and Tier III markets. Cellecor half yearly report The Company recorded: Net Sales of INR 641.5 crore, a 50.7% increase over H1 FY24-25 (INR 425.7 crore) PAT of INR 19.6 crore , reflecting a 35.2% YoY growth compared to INR 14.5 crore in the same period last year EBITDA of INR 34.1 crore , up 34.8% YoY from INR 25.3 crore in H1 FY24-25 The results reflect growing nationwide demand for feature-rich, design-led gadgets at accessible price points. The company continues to deepen its presence in high-opportunity retail markets while expanding its product portfolio across audio, smart accessories and personal technology categories. Cellecor has expanded to a total of 8 Exclusive Brand Stores across India including Delhi, Bhopal, Mizoram, Leh Ladakh, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Sasaram (Bihar), Nanded (Maharashtra), and Barnala (Punjab). These stores serve as immersive experience hubs and deepen access to the brand in high-potential consumption markets. Business Highlights – H1 FY26 Continued retail expansion across Tier II and Tier III cities High consumer uptake across categories like TV and home appliances Enhanced brand visibility through marketing and channel investments Positive operational momentum heading into the festive quarter " Our performance in H1 underscores the trust consumers place in our brand and the strength of our value-plus product strategy ,” said Ravi Agarwal, Co-Founder & Managing Director, Cellecor Gadgets Limited . " Our strategy is anchored in democratizing smart gadgets by making premium product experiences affordable and widely available. Looking ahead, we see strong headroom for growth driven by retail expansion, product innovation and rising aspirations across emerging markets .” Cellecor enters the second half of FY26 positioned to capture emerging demand across India’s rapidly evolving consumer-tech landscape. About Cellecor Gadgets Limited Cellecor Gadgets Limited's journey in the electronics device business, and selling products under its own brand, including Smart TVs, Smart Gadgets, Wearables, Mobile Phones, Home and Kitchen Appliances, and more, outsourced from various electronic assemblers and manufacturers, started in 2012 as M/s Unity Communications-its founder Mr. Ravi Agarwal’s proprietorship firm. The company is promoted and managed with an enduring, sustainable business strategy, wherein the company aims to synergistically amalgamate business potential embedded in the ever-growing demand for electronic products with a modern business approach of sourcing, producing, and marketing with the objective of providing quality products at affordable prices. Today, Cellecor Gadgets Ltd. is a leading name in the consumer electronics industry, known for its innovative and cutting-edge technology. With a commitment to making happiness affordable, Cellecor offers a diverse range of products, including mobile phones, smart TVs, speakers, neckbands, TWS, soundbars, smartwatches, washing machines, and many more. The securities of the Company are listed on the NSE EMERGE (SME Platform of National Stock Exchange of India Limited) with Scrip Code: CELLECOR www.cellecor.com .
Two World Cup Cricketers Get Warm Welcome On Reaching Punjab
Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport: The Punjab government on Friday gave a warm welcome at Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport in Mohali, near here, to cricketers Harleen Deol and Amanjot Kaur, two players from the state who were part of the Indian womens team that created history by winning the countrys first-ever World Cup title in womens cricket. On behalf of the government, Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema and Member of Parliament Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer reached the airport specially to welcome the champions. They were joined by MLA Amandeep Kaur Arora, District Planning Board Chairperson Prabhjot Kaur, Jaswant Kaur and Councillor Sarabjit Singh Samana. The atmosphere at the airport was celebratory, as the government, district administration, and sports department greeted the returning champions with garlands, flowers, and the lively beats of the dhol. Cheema and Meet Hayer said these daughters of Punjab have brought glory not only to the state but to the entire nation. They announced that once captain Harmanpreet Kaur returns to Punjab, the government will organise a special ceremony to honour all three players. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann had earlier congratulated team captain Harmanpreet Kaur, Harleen Deol, and Amanjot Kaur through a video call for the historic achievement. Interacting with members of the team through video conferencing, the Chief Minister had said that the girls have not only won the World Cup but they have created history by winning the globe. He said that these girls are the pride of the state and they will be accorded a rousing reception whenever they come back to Punjab. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann had earlier congratulated team captain Harmanpreet Kaur, Harleen Deol, and Amanjot Kaur through a video call for the historic achievement. Interacting with members of the team through video conferencing, the Chief Minister had said that the girls have not only won the World Cup but they have created history by winning the globe. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score The Chief Minister said the Indian cricket team has created history by winning this cup. He lauded the entire team for making the country proud and extended best wishes to them for the future. Article Source: IANS
Video: 2 Men Fire 35 Rounds At House, Cars In Mohali, Family Has No Idea Why
A family has been left scared and flummoxed after two men on a motorcycle stopped in front of their house in Punjab's Mohali and fired 35 rounds at their house and at least two vehicles in front of it.
CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Government has suspended Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) of Moga district, Charumita Shekhar, a 2014-batch Punjab Civil Service (PCS) officer, for her role in a controversial land acquisition. The suspension follows serious allegations of irregularities in a land acquisition case worth over Rs 3 crore linked to the National Highway-703 project in the district. Punjab Chief Secretary KAP Sinha ordered Charumitas suspension on Thursday evening after taking cognizance of the Punjab and Haryana High Courts stern observations regarding contradictory reports in the land acquisition for the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) project. According to an official order issued by the Department of Personnel (PCS Branch), the officer has been placed under suspension under Rule 4(1)(a) of the Punjab Civil Services (Punishment and Appeal) Rules, 1970. During her suspension, Charumitas headquarters will remain in Chandigarh, and she will receive a subsistence allowance as per service rules. Shekhar, who also served as the municipal commissioner, had been charge-sheeted for allegedly consenting to the land acquisition award worth Rs 3 crore in Moga district. The case pertains to alleged irregularities in land demarcation and compensation under the NHAI project. The Financial Commissioner (Revenue) had earlier ordered a fresh demarcation to be carried out in the presence of nominees from the Chief Director of Punjab Vigilance Bureau, PWD Secretary, and NHAI, under the supervision of Ferozepur Deputy Commissioner Deepshikha Sharma. Their report differed from earlier reports. The land in question was originally acquired in 1963 by the PWD (B&R), Ferozepur, for road construction and had remained in continuous public use for more than five decades. In his observations dated September 17, Ravi Bhagat, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister and Secretary, PWD, noted multiple contradictory demarcation reports issued between 2021 and 2025, as well as the recording of a partition mutation in July 2021, even though the land had been under government use since 1963. He highlighted that an inflated consent award of Rs 3.62 crore had been issued for just three kanals of land, far exceeding the prevailing market value. Following these findings, Financial Commissioner (Revenue) Anurag Verma charge-sheeted Dharamkot Tehsildar Maninder Singh and Naib Tehsildar Gurdeep Singh for lapses in land demarcation and record verification. CM's technical advisor quits In a related development, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Manns technical advisor, Ravi Chawla, has resigned over alleged delays in clearing files related to development works. Chawla, who was appointed in June last year after retiring as Chief Engineer, was responsible for clearing technical estimates of works in various departments. Complaints had been received that files were pending with him for extended periods, delaying the execution of development works. It is learned that officials from different departments have now been instructed to clear estimates independently, as deadlines for various projects were not being met.
Who is Swaranjit Singh Khalsa? Indian-origin man set to serve as first Sikh mayor of Norwich
Swaranjit Singh Khalsa, a 40-year-old native of Punjab's Jalandhar, made history after becoming the first Sikh to be elected as the Mayor of Norwich in the US. A democrat, Khalsa was earlier elected to the city council in 2021.
Punjab Police Arrest 2 Members Of Jaggu Bhagwanpuria Gang, Seize Weapons
In a significant breakthrough, the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) Punjab, in coordination with Hoshiarpur Police, apprehended two active members of the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang, officials said on Friday.
These 5 SBI cards in partnership with other banks offer a range of benefits. Check details here
There are several SBI Cards which are offered in partnership with other lenders such as Bank of Maharashtra, Punjab & Sind Bank and UCO Bank. We list out a few of them in this article
Farm Fires' Share In Delhis PM2.5 Hits Peak, MP Overtakes Punjab, UP In Daily Stubble Burning
The contribution of stubble burning to Delhis PM2.5 concentrations surged to 9.4% after hovering around 2-4% for most part of the harvesting season.
CBI registers case against ex-Punjab DGP, his wife in connection with their sons death
CHANDIGARH: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has booked former Punjab Director General of Police Mohammad Mustafa, his wife and former minister Razia Sultana, their daughter, and daughter-in-law on charges of murder and criminal conspiracy in connection with the death of their son, Aqil Akhtar. Aqil was found dead under suspicious circumstances at his residence in Panchkula, Haryana. The CBI re-registered a First Information Report on November 6 under Sections 103(1) (murder) and 61 (criminal conspiracy) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023. The case was initially registered by the Haryana Police in Panchkula and later transferred to the CBI following a recommendation from the Haryana government after a formal complaint by Shamshudeen Chaudhary of Malerkotla. The complaint cited a video posted by Aqil on August 27, in which he mentioned strained family relations and expressed fear for his life. According to a CBI spokesperson, The agency has registered an FIR in the Aqil Akhtar murder case based on allegations that he died under suspicious circumstances on October 16 at his residence in Sector 4, near the Mansa Devi Mandir, Panchkula. The representative added that ongoing tensions existed within the family. Aqil had posted a video in which he accused his father of having an illicit relationship with his wife and alleged that his mother and sister were conspiring to either kill him or implicate him in a false case. The investigation team plans to examine Aqils electronic devices, social media activity, call records, and digital evidence, along with forensic and post-mortem reports. Aqil was found unconscious at his home and declared dead at the Civil Hospital in Sector 6. The family maintained that he had died of a drug overdose, and his body was later cremated in his native village in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh. Responding to the allegations, Mohammad Mustafa called them baseless and politically motivated. He said his sons death had caused unbearable pain to the family and assured full cooperation with the investigation. Those making false and malicious claims will face the consequences of law, he stated.
CBI books ex-Punjab DGP, wife for mysterious death of son in Panchkula
New Delhi, Nov 7 (PTI) The CBI has registered an FIR against former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa, his wife Razia Sultana and others in connection with the murder case of their son Aquil Akhtar (35), who was found dead under suspicious circumstances in Panchkula, Haryana, on October 16, officials said. There was simmering discontent between the deceased and his family, according to the FIR registered on Friday. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered an FIR in the Aqil Akhter murder case on November 6. The FIR was registered on the allegations that Aqil Akhter, son of Mohammad Mustafa,
CBI Case Against Ex-Punjab Top Cop, Wife Over Son's Mysterious Death
The CBI has registered an FIR against former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa, his wife Razia Sultana and others in connection with the murder case of their son Aquil Akhtar (35), who was found dead under suspicious circumstances in Panchkula.
The CBI has filed a murder and conspiracy case against former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa, his wife Razia Sultana, and others concerning the suspicious death of their son, Aquil Akhtar. Akhtar had previously alleged illicit relations between his wife and father, and a family conspiracy to harm him in a social media video.
Organisers flee as Kashmir cricket league ends in scandal
Srinagar, Nov 6: A privately organised cricket tournament in Kashmir, the Indian Heaven Premier League (IHPL), has ended in controversy after its organisers allegedly fled midway through the event without paying players, support staff, and hotel dues. The league, launched on 25 October with much fanfare by Punjab-based NGO Yuva Society, featured international cricket stars []
CAQM chief on Punjab tour, but farm fires surge again, 120 FIRs in a day
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How Sikhs built a home in Thiruvananthapuram
As dawn broke on Guru Nanak Jayanti on Wednesday, the chanting of hymns filled the morning air. Men, women, and children sat together on the floor, heads covered, listening to the verses from the Guru Granth Sahib being recited. The reading was followed by the Sahaj Path Bhog, marking the completion of the scripture recitation, and Shabad Kirtan, where devotees sang hymns of devotion and gratitude. The ceremony ended with langar the community meal where everyone, regardless of background, sit in a single line to share food, conversation, and more. For Sikhs, its a day to remember their founders teachings of equality, humility, and compassion. This year, as Guru Nanak Jayanti lit up celebrations across the country, Thiruvananthapuram too celebrated the occasion and also the bond that has journeyed across centuries and miles. Over centuries, Thiruvananthapuram has drawn people from far and wide traders, scholars, workers, and travellers who found reasons to stay. With every community that settled here, the city grew a little wider in heart and habit. The Sikhs were among those who stayed and made Thiruvananthapuram home. They grew into a close-knit community, bringing their traditions to the Kerala capital while embracing the culture around them. I have been here for 28 years. There are many who came to this city and stayed for decades. We understand Malayalam, and our children speak it fluently. I even married a Malayali woman from Pathanamthitta, says Parvinder Singh, a former Army captain, with a smile. A scene from the gurdwara Thiruvanathapuram is now home to around 20 Sikh families, along with many others who live here temporarily through the civil services, defence, ISRO, CRPF, Technopark and other central government postings. The city currently has a gurdwara inside the Army Cantonment at Pangode. Another one is under construction at Shastri Nagar at Karamana. Before speaking of the community, its important to return to its beginnings, to Guru Nanak himself. According to historian M G Sasibhooshan, it is believed that Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism and the first of the 10 Sikh Gurus, travelled through southern India in the early 16th century as part of his spiritual journey. It is said that he came to the city from Thiruvattar and went to Varkala, says Sasibhooshan. This journey is mentioned in a footnote in the biography of Guru Nanak written by Guru Gopal Singh. We cannot be completely certain, but one thing seems clear he likely visited Thiruvattar or Thiruvananthapuram. He adds that a clue lies in Guru Nanaks Japji Sahib, one of his earliest works. In it, he mentions visiting a temple by the seaside and being moved to see the sun and moon worshipping the idol. That description perfectly matches the Padmanabhaswamy Temple, he explains. Devotees partaking of langar arranged at the gurdwara in Pangode Army Cantonment Sasibhooshan also notes possible historical links between Sikhs and Travancores military. In the Travancore Brigade, some soldiers carried the surname Singh. They might not all have been Sikhs, but its quite possible that Sikh soldiers were part of the force. Also, the Padmanabhaswamy Temple, already a renowned pilgrimage centre by then and open to Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs, drew many northern pilgrims as early as the 15th and 16th centuries, he says. While the exact period of their arrival remains uncertain, traces of the community in the 20th century are clearer. Around that time, cycles became popular here. A company from Punjab opened a bicycle shop at Pazhavangadi, owned by a Punjabi Hindu, and one of his employees was a Sikh. There was also an ayurvedic store near East Fort run by Bengalis, but again, with a Sikh staffer. So their presence goes back quite far, says Sasibhooshan. When the Pangode military camp was set up, the first gurdwara in the city was also set up. Wherever an army camp existed, they built four places of worship a temple, a church, a mosque, and a gurdwara. That is how it began here just one room at first, recalls Parvinder Singh, a former military captain. Over time, we added more space, and now we are planning to expand it again. Also, in Sikhism, there is a tradition that the first child, almost always the son, serves in the army, he adds. The communitys spirit of inclusion has always been strong. A gurdwara is an open space, welcoming everyone. Its not about high or low status, or belonging to one faith, says Ujesh Kumar, who works in the liquor industry. Im not Sikh by birth, but I grew up in Punjab and feel really connected to the community, which is why I come here. Preparing langar at the gurdwara in Pangode Army Cantonment The gurdwara is more than a place of worship for many. For them, it gives a sense of belonging in a new city. Whenever people move for work, the first thing they look for is a gurdwara. Its where you feel safe and meet people, says Ujesh. When I came here in 1989, everything was different the language, the food but we found our people, and that is how the community grew. Because the Pangode gurdwara is inside the Army Cantonment, civilian visitors face entry restrictions. After Covid, security protocols became stricter, and it became difficult for us to access the gurdwara inside the Cantonment, says Amarjith Singh, Kerala State Advisory Leader of Sikhs in the National Commission for Minorities. Thanks to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who took the initiative to allot land, we will soon have the capitals first civilian gurudwara the Guru Nanak Darbar Gurudwara. Though still under construction, the community travelled to the gurdwara in Thevara, Kochi, to celebrate Guru Nanak Jayanti this time. But they now look forward to the completion of the new gurdwara at Karamana, which they believe will open a new chapter for the Sikh community in the capital. A scene from the gurdwara
Sat Paul Sharma, Rajinder Gupta Take Oath As Newly Elected Members Of Rajya Sabha
NEW DELHI, Nov 6: Newly elected members of the Rajya Sabha, Rajinder Gupta and Sat Paul Sharma, were administered the oath by Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Thursday. Gupta of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) was elected a, MP from Punjab. Sharma of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) took oath as an MP representing Jammu and Kashmir. Gupta took the oath at a brief function in Parliament House in Punjabi, while Sharma did it in Hindi. Gupta, [] The post Sat Paul Sharma, Rajinder Gupta Take Oath As Newly Elected Members Of Rajya Sabha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two-day national seminar on wheat from November 7
The Wheat Products Promotion Society and Roller Flour Millers Association of Punjab will host a national seminar in Chandigarh on November 7-8, 2025. Titled 'Wheat in Transformation: Preparing for Climate, Quality, and Consumption,' the event will unite the entire wheat value chain to strategize for the industry's future amidst climate change and evolving consumer demands.
Amit Sehra, a vegetable vendor from Rajasthans Kotputli, won Rs 11 crore in the Punjab State Diwali Bumper Lottery after borrowing Rs 1,000 from a friend. Fulfilling his promise, he gifted Rs 1 crore to his friends daughters, winning hearts across ...
Woman Seeks Rs 20L Relief From MCD After Dog Bite, Cites Court Formula For Calculation
Rai seeks Rs 20 lakh from Municipal Corporation of Delhi after a stray dog attack near Khirki Village Road, citing a 2023 Punjab and Haryana High Court compensation formula.
From failing semesters to a dream salary: How this Indian graduate broke the cycle of mediocrity
A Reddit post has highlighted the journey of a young graduate from Punjab who overcame academic backlogs, financial struggles, and lack of guidance to secure an 18.5 LPA job. Despite failing multiple semesters, taking a two-year gap, and losing his father, he persevered through self-learning, mentorship, and persistent interview preparation. Starting from TCS and moving to a startup, his story documents the challenges faced by Indias first-generation graduates and the steps they take to break the cycle of mediocrity.
The Centre is ordering a CBI probe into the death of Aqil Akhtar, son of former Punjab DGP Mohammed Mustafa and minister Razia Sultana, in Panchkula. This follows an FIR filed by Haryana police after a video emerged with shocking allegations, prompting an investigation into the roles of Mustafa, his wife Razia, and Aqil's wife and sister.
CBI to probe death of Punjab ex-DGPs son
A CBI probe is ordered into the mysterious death of Aqil Akhtar, son of former Punjab minister Razia Sultana. Emerging videos show Aqil making shocking allegations against his family, including his father, former DGP Mohammed Mustafa. Haryana police filed an FIR following a complaint, raising suspicions about foul play and a potential cover-up.
Aadhaar Mismatch In Kerala, Cards Exceed Actual Population By 49 Lakh: Report
Similar gaps have been found in several states, including Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttarakhand and West Bengal
Punjab: BSF recovers assembled quad-copter and heroin in separate operations
These swift and precise operations speak of alertness and keen observation of the BSF troops in thwarting nefarious plans of cross-border narco syndicates
Chandigarh Diary | Mann questions delay in land allotment to AAP
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann has questioned the Chandigarh Administration for delaying the allotment of land to AAP for its office. Mann said AAP had applied to the Punjab Governor, who is also the Chandigarh Administrator, but no action was taken. He said the party had fulfilled all conditions and deserved land as a national party. Mann criticised the BJPs Sheesh Mahal-2 jibe. He said the delay exposed political bias against AAP and urged the administration to follow the rules. Punjab Congress MLA Khaira hits back at Modi Punjab Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira has criticised PM Narendra Modi for his remarks against former CM Charanjit Singh Channi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. During a rally in Bihar, Modi said Channi wanted to stop people from Bihar from coming to Punjab. Khaira said the charges were false. He reminded the Prime Minister that states like Gujarat and Uttarakhand, ruled by the BJP, have laws restricting outsiders from buying land, becoming voters or taking government jobs. Khaira reiterated that he wants a law in Punjab to safeguard the demographics of the state. Questions over Haryana Congress discipline move After long, Haryana Congress has taken a significant step in enforcing discipline. It has set up a new disciplinary committee under Dharampal Malik. President Mallikarjun Kharge cleared the panel to keep order in the state unit. But the move comes at a tense time. Three leadersCaptain Ajay Yadav, Samtap Singh, and Kuldeep Sharmahave spoken out against the state leadership. The unrest follows the appointment of Rao Narender Singh as state chief and Bhupinder Singh Hooda as Congress Legislature Party leader. Harpreet Bajwa Our correspondent in Chandigarh hsbajwa73@gmail.com
Punjab BJP leader urges Delhi CM to rename Chandni Chowk as Sis Ganj
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