Water Crisis Looms Over Punjab and Sindh as Pakistan Faces 22% Shortage During Rabi Season
Pakistans Punjab and Sindh provinces anticipate a 22% water shortage during the Rabi season, impacting crop yields significantly. Water Crisis Looms Over Punjab and Sindh as Pakistan Faces 22% Shortage During Rabi Season
MEA reminds India's stance against Pakistan as Punjab CM seeks clearance for Lahore visit
On Camera, Bike-Borne Attackers Fire Gunshots At Medical Store In Punjab
A police team from Bhikhiwind Police Station, led by Sub-Inspector Parvinder Singh Bhullar, reached the spot and inspected the crime scene.
Punjab MP Amritpal Singh Gets 1-Day Bail For Grandmother's Last Rites
His return to Punjab on November 14 will be significant as he has remained lodged in Assam's Dibrugarh Central Jail for more than three-and-a-half years.
Inter-State Drug And Arms Syndicate Busted In Jammu, 10 Held
Police in Jammu have dismantled an inter-state narcotics and illegal arms syndicate, arresting 10 individuals, including key members of the notorious Gataru gang. The operation, spanning Jammu and Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, and Punjab, led to the recovery of weapons, ammunition, and heroin.
All promises fulfilled, AAP will seek votes based on govt's development works: Bhagwant Mann
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann affirmed that the Aam Aadmi Party will campaign based on its development record. He stated that even a SAD-BJP alliance would not challenge AAP's position in the upcoming elections. Mann discussed the party's internal decisions regarding candidate nominations and emphasized the representation of women in upcoming polls. He criticized the Central government's approach to a potential delimitation bill tied to women's reservation.
Diljit drops video of Latin Grammys '26 stage act with Daddy Yankee: 'Punjabi and Reggaeton...'
Jailed Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh granted one-day custody parole for grandmother's funeral
Khadoor Sahib MP and NSA detainee Amritpal Singh has been granted a one-day interim custody parole by a district court in Amritsar to attend the final funeral rites of his grandmother, according to advocate Karamvir Singh Pannu. Singh, who heads the Waris Punjab De organisation and represents the Khadoor Sahib parliamentary constituency, has been lodged in Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam since April 2023. His detention followed a high-security crackdown after a violent protest at the police station. Speaking to reporters, Pannu, who represents Singh, stated that the district court accepted their petition after reviewing arguments concerning the necessity of the legislator's presence for the customary rituals. Amritpal Singh's grandmother passed away recently, and for performing her last rites and rituals, Bhai Amritpal Singh ji's presence was extremely necessary. Accordingly, we had moved an application in the District Court, Amritsar, to perform her last rites and rituals. The judge...
Diljit Dosanjh Makes Latin Grammy Debut With Daddy Yankee In Historic Performance
Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh created history by becoming the first Indian artist to perform live at the Latin Grammy Awards. He shared the stage with Puerto Rican singer Daddy Yankee during the 27th edition of the ceremony in Las Vegas on November 12. View this post on Instagram A post shared by DILJIT []
National Table Tennis Championships: Stars And Youngsters Compete
The National Ranking Table Tennis Championships are set to begin in Phagwara, Punjab, featuring top players like Manika Batra and Sreeja Akula. Over 1,600 players will compete across 12 categories in the eight-day event. Many top-ranked players, including Batra, Akula, and G Sathiyan, will need to navigate group stages to reach the main draw. The championships also highlight junior talent and offer opportunities for rising stars.
Jailed Punjab MP Amritpal Singh gets 1-day parole
Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh, currently jailed in Assam's Dibrugarh Central Jail, has been granted one-day custody parole by an Amritsar court to attend the last rites of his grandmother. His family had sought his temporary release after her passing on Sunday, and the court approved a one-day parole on Friday.
Haryana Chief Minister Calls for Leadership Focused on Development in Punjab
Haryanas CM Nayab Saini criticizes Punjabs governance and calls for accountable leadership during a rally in Jalandhar. Haryana Chief Minister Calls for Leadership Focused on Development in Punjab
Punjabi University Recruitment 2026
Punjabi University, Patiala has released the notification for 13 vacancies, including Lecturer, Trained Graduate Teacher, and Elementary Trained Teacher posts. Eligible candidates can submit their offline applications till 26 November 2026. Further details are available at punjabiuniversity.ac.in.
Unlike Gulab Jamun, Tosha is drier with a crisp exterior and dense center, made with khoya and less syrup.
New Rake Under Trial for Tirupati-Visakhapatnam Double Decker Train
The new train is currently undergoing trials at the Rail Coach Factory in Kapurthala, Punjab.
CM Mann announces Rs 518 crore power bill relief for 24 lakh Punjab families ahead of 2027 polls
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced a One-Time Settlement scheme for domestic electricity consumers which could benefit many families. The scheme waives all penalties on outstanding electricity bills to provide significant financial relief. Consumers will be required to pay only the principal amount of their pending bills. Additionally, the scheme will restore electricity connections that were previously disconnected due to unpaid bills.
Analysis: Akali Dal's Battle To Reclaim Panthic Strongholds
For more than a century, SAD treated Sikh religious politics as its own ground. It spoke for the Panth, ran the SGPC network, and turned rural Punjab into a reliable electoral base. That claim no longer holds. The party is fighting an open battle for relevance.
CM Saini Promises Development for Punjab in Jalandhar Rally
Haryana CM Saini vows to make Punjab number one, criticizing AAP government for failing to deliver on promises during a rally in Jalandhar. CM Saini Promises Development for Punjab in Jalandhar Rally
Amritpal Singh gets one-day parole to attend grandmother's funeral, returns to Punjab after 3 years
Amritpal Singh, the imprisoned Member of Parliament and head of the 'Waris Punjab De' organisation, has been granted a one-day parole by an Amritsar court. He has been granted parole to attend the funeral of...
Punjab CM announces OTS electricity relief scheme for 24 lakh families
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Punjab needs leadership focused on development, accountability, says Haryana CM Saini
Digital Desk | Jalandhar, Nov 13 (IANS) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday addressed a public meeting in Punjab's Jalandhar, launching a sharp attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government over its governance, deteriorating law and order, rising crime, drug menace and alleged failure to fulfil its promises. Beginning his address by paying tribute to the land of Jalandhar, CM Saini said, I bow my head in reverence to the sacred land of Jalandhar, which has been blessed by gurus, saints, spiritual leaders and martyrs. He warmly welcomed the large gathering of people who had arrived from different parts of the city. Describing Jalandhar as a city that represents history, culture, hard work and talent, CM Saini highlighted Haryana's development journey, particularly after the state celebrated its diamond jubilee on November 1. Recalling the formation of Haryana in 1966, he said many people had doubted whether the state would be able to survive independently after its separation from Punjab. However, Haryana has not only sustained itself but has moved ahead rapidly and is now soaring to new heights. The pace of development achieved under the double-engine government over the past 12 years has placed Haryana among the leading states of the country on almost every parameter of development, he said. Drawing a comparison between the two states, CM Saini said the people of Punjab had voted for change in 2022, but the only visible change had been in the hoardings and advertisements installed at public places. Every section of society in Punjab is unhappy today, he claimed, adding that the state needed leadership that listened to the people, took timely decisions and remained accountable for its performance. The Haryana Chief Minister said his government had fulfilled 70 of the 270 commitments made in its election manifesto within just two years. He challenged the AAP government to explain how many of its promises had actually translated into tangible benefits for the people of Punjab. CM Saini identified the worsening law and order situation and rising crime as Punjab's biggest challenges. He said the drug problem remained one of the most serious concerns, with families across the state worried about the future of their children. Today, every family in Punjab is concerned about drugs. The state's biggest tragedy is the deteriorating law and order situation and the increasing incidence of crime, he said. He alleged that traders, industrialists and ordinary citizens were being forced to live under a constant shadow of fear. According to CM Saini, the difference between Haryana and Punjab reflected the importance of sound policies, honest intentions and accountable leadership. He accused the AAP government of giving Punjab more publicity than governance and more advertisements than actual results. Highlighting Haryana's employment initiatives, CM Saini said the state government had provided more than two lakh government jobs over the past approximately 12 years. He said the government was committed to ensuring that development opportunities reached all sections of society and that young people received opportunities based on merit. The CM stressed that Punjabs aspirations must be connected with the pace of national development, adding that the BJP was working towards the state's service and prosperity rather than merely seeking political power. Farmers, young people, traders, mothers and sisters deserve more than promises. They deserve security, respect, equal opportunities and the means to become self-reliant, he said. Taking another swipe at the AAP government, CM Saini remarked, The broom may not have cleaned anything, but it has certainly cleaned out Punjab's treasury. He urged people to collectively resolve to restore Punjab's position as one of India's most prosperous, secure and vibrant states.
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AAP Releases Second List of 31 Candidates for Punjab Assembly Elections
The Aam Aadmi Party has released its second list of 31 candidates for the upcoming Punjab Assembly elections, including 25 new faces. With this announcement, the party has declared 71 candidates so far. The post AAP Releases Second List of 31 Candidates for Punjab Assembly Elections appeared first on Sikh Siyasat News .
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 13 (IANS) Ahead of his November 21 concert in Ahmedabad, singing superstar Diljit Dosanjh has been asked to refrain from performing four of his songs allegedly promoting alcohol, substance abuse and violence. The District Child Protection Officer has written to the Police Commissioner seeking restrictions on the concert, stating that the songs should not be performed even with modified lyrics. The official has requested that the singer refrain from performing four songs such as Patiala Peg, 5 Taara Theke, Jeb Vicho Feem and Jatt Fire Karda, which allegedly promote alcohol, substance abuse and violence. The request also applies to performing these songs with modified lyrics. Diljit is all set to perform in Indore on November 15. Ahead of his performance, bomb threats have been issued to three banks and the citys Mayors Secretariat through emails sent in Punjabi and English. The threats have put security agencies on alert, with a Bomb Disposal Squad conducting a thorough search of the Mayors Secretariat, while police have launched an investigation to trace the source of the emails. Following the threats, security agencies have been put on high alert, and security arrangements at the targeted locations have been tightened. According to information, threatening emails were sent targeting Bandhan Bank, Bank of Baroda, Punjab National Bank and the Indore Mayors Secretariat. Notably, the emails were sent in both Punjabi and English. Following the threat, a Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) team reached the Mayors Secretariat and conducted a thorough inspection of the premises. The team carried out a search operation, keeping all security aspects in mind. Meanwhile, Indore Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargav said that some people were attempting to disrupt good work, but such threats would not achieve anything. He added that events and development-related activities in the city could not be affected by such intimidation. Police officer Rajesh Dandotiya said that threats had been received through emails targeting four different locations. The police are currently investigating the source of these emails and tracing the email IDs used to send the threats. Efforts are underway to determine where the threatening messages originated and who was behind them.
Bullets Flying Like Firecrackers In Punjab: Governor Gulab Chand Kataria
The Governor expressed concern that even minor disputes were leading to the use of firearms and that young children were handling and firing pistols.
As political parties step up their preparations for the assembly elections in Punjab due early next year, the buzz has considerably grown over a possible alliance between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Shiromani...
Punjabi University, Patiala has released new date sheets for several postgraduate programs on 12 November 2026. The notifications cover M.A Psychology, M.A Social Work, M.A Honours in Religious Studies, M.A Honours in Anthropological Linguistics and Punjabi Language, M.A Honours Economics, M.A Honours Sikh Studies, and M.Sc (Honours) Chemistry, all for Semester 1 and Semester 3.
Another setback for AAP in Punjab: Sukhdeep Singh Chhina resigns from posts, primary membership
BJP to launch Samrasta Sankalp Yatra from Punjab to UP ahead of polls
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Verka milk prices hiked by up to Rs 8; new rates kick in across Punjab, Delhi-NCR
Lahore, Nov 12: Two sisters of Pakistans jailed former prime minister Imran Khan were released from prison on Thursday after the Punjab government withdrew their detention order, the opposition Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) leaders said. Finally, some good news. Two of former PM Imran Khans sisters Dr Uzma Khan and Noreen Niazi were released []
50 years of theatre, culture and service
Srinagar, Nov 12:ACT FOR A BETTER TOMORROW, one of Kashmirs oldest and most respected theatre organisations, yesterday celebrated its historic Golden Jubilee, marking 50 years of uninterrupted service to theatre, art, culture and society. The Golden Jubilee celebration was held in Srinagar with great enthusiasm, in the presence of distinguished guests, veteran artists, writers, scholars, students and hundreds of art lovers from across Jammu & Kashmir. The show was sponsored by Kashmir Movietone and Halal Nation, and supported by Amar Singh Club (Srinagar). Gabfire was the branding partner and Rampage Advertising Agency was the advertising partner. Speaking on the occasion, ACT Chairman Mushtaaque Ali Ahmad Khan, who has led the organisation for over four decades as actor, director, set designer and organiser, said: Theatre is and will remain the soul of ACT. For 50 years, we have performed not for fame, but for the people of Kashmir. Our journey is a story of passion, sacrifice and honest creative labour. Today, we renew our pledge to serve Kashmir for the next 50 years. Distinguished guests The show was attended by a good number of politicians, bureaucrats, eminent artists, journalists and other dignitaries of the Valley, including Zafar Iqbal Khan Manhas, Syed Basharat Bukhari, Dr. Rafi Ahmad, Syed Tajamul Islam, Sujada Basheer, Sayed Humayun Qaisar, Shahnawaz Bukhari, Ahsan Chisti, Suman Raina, Amit Wanchoo, Mehjabeen Nabi, Prof Tariq Abdullah, Rauf Tramboo, Rauf Punjabi, Roma Wani, Shabnum Ashai, Zameer Ashai, G M Wani, Shahzad Rasool, Hussein Khan, Ameen Bhat, Mushtaq Bala, Mir Aijaz, Mir Sarwar, Shafeeq Quraishi, Waheed Jeelani, Raja Bilal, Ashiq Peerzada, Tahir Mohi Uddin and Parvez Majeed. 50 years of glorious journey In the last 50 years, ACT has produced more than two dozen major stage productions, many of which have won state and national-level awards. The organisation is known for strong content, powerful performances and socially relevant themes. Major productions include Jheel Bula Rahi Hai, Ek Potli Armanoon Ki (8 awards), Taqdeer Saaz (9 awards), Negative (the first-ever play on a floating stage in Dal Lake), Sabarmati Ka Sant, Sanyasi, Pagla Ghoda and Deewana Bana De. ACT has received more than a dozen prestigious awards in the last 20 years, including the Chinar Art Foundation Award, two Infotel Awards, the Athwas Award, and Awards of Excellence and Honour. Its plays have won Best Production, Best Direction and Best Set Design awards in festivals organised by the J&K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages and Doordarshan. A pioneer in creating platforms ACT has organised three Spring Theatre Festivals, five editions of the Kashmir World Film Festival, now considered J&Ks largest film festival, two editions of Istaqbaal-e-Chilla-e-Kalan, the Jashn-e-Sheen Festival, and the first-ever three-day Kashmir Theatre Conference (Sept 11-13, 2026) with 24 theatre experts from Mumbai, Delhi, Ahmedabad and Kashmir. ACT has also organised World Theatre Day on March 27 continuously for 21 years without a break. The organisation has conducted workshops with NZCC Patiala and Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi, managed campaigns for NTPC, the Tourism Department and AIRCEL, held drawing competitions for orphaned children after the COVID lockdown, and felicitated national icons like Naseeruddin Shah, Nandita Das, Ismail Darbar and others. Golden Jubilee celebration highlights Felicitation of veteran artists, writers and founding members of ACT Cultural performances, music and excerpts from landmark ACT plays Release of Golden Jubilee Souvenir and Documentary on 50 Years of ACT Announcement of Future Vision: ACT FOR A BETTER TOMORROW Vision for the next 10 years (2026-2036) On this historic occasion, ACT Patron Sayed Humayun Qaisar announced its roadmap for the next decade: ACT Academy of Performing Arts: structured training in theatre, music, dance and film ACT Youth Leadership Centre: leadership, skill development and women empowerment ACT Archive of Kashmiri Theatre: digital preservation of 50 years of history 50 Plays for 50 Years Project: 50 plays across J&K and Delhi Social initiatives aligned with 12 SDGs in education, health, gender equality, environment, and welfare of the specially abled, orphans and senior citizens The prominent guests who graced the occasion included Tanvir Sadiq, Syed Basharat Bukhari and others. Felicitation of press and media members As a token of gratitude and appreciation, ACT felicitated almost all the journalists of Kashmir from print, electronic and digital media with a memento. For the last few decades, the media fraternity has stood shoulder-to-shoulder with ACT, giving voice to its plays, festivals and social initiatives. This felicitation was our humble way of saying thank you for being the true partners in our 50-year journey of ACT FOR A BETTER TOMORROW. Vote of thanks The organisation expressed heartfelt gratitude to the J&K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages, Sangeet Natak Akademi, NZCC, the media fraternity, sponsors, artists and the people of Kashmir for their continuous love and support for 50 years.
Truck Driver Convicted in Canada Over 40 Kg Cocaine Smuggling Case
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The Four Artists Driving Punjabi Music
ORIGINAL ARTICLE: The Four Artists Driving Punjabi Music Karan Aujla, Shubh, Sukha and Tegi Pannu are generating excitement around Punjabi music this November, with fresh releases. The post The Four Artists Driving Punjabi Music appeared first on DESIblitz .
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.
Punjab publishes draft voter rolls; claims open till Dec 11
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.
Garbage fires add fuel to citys pollution woes
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.
AAP announces 71 candidates for 2027 Punjab polls as Kejriwal expresses confidence
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Unbeaten in 3 elections, Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer returns to Barnala as AAP eyes another Punjab win
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...
Draft Voter List Published for Punjabs 117 Assembly Constituencies
The draft voter list for Punjabs assembly constituencies has been released, with a claims period open until December 11. Draft Voter List Published for Punjabs 117 Assembly Constituencies
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.
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.
AAP's First List For Punjab Polls 2027: Meet Hayer From Barnala, Sonia Mann From Raja Sansi
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has released its first list comprising 31 candidates for the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. This comes in the run-up to the upcoming state polls and the party has made a number of changes to its line-up
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.
Punjab carpenter wins Rs 1.5 crore lottery day after birth of daughter
On November 6, 2026, Yudhvir Singh from Bareta town in Punjab celebrated becoming a father to a beautiful baby girl. Just a day later, he received astonishing news: he had won Rs 1.5 crore in the Punjab State Dear Lottery. Given the financial strain his family faced, this windfall is a game-changer. Yudhvir plans to invest in his daughter's education and relieve their burdensome housing loan and monthly bills.
Punjab National Bank among 4 stocks hitting 52-week highs; rally up to 22% in a month
Four BSE 100 stocks, including Punjab National Bank, Federal Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank, hit fresh 52-week highs, with monthly gains ranging from 10% to 22%.
Punjab assembly polls: AAP releases second list of 31 candidates
NIA Takes Over Probe Into BJP Office Petrol Bomb Attack
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has registered a case to investigate a petrol bomb attack on the BJP office in Sangrur, Punjab, in July. The agency suspects the Khalistan Liberation Army (KLA) orchestrated the attack, recruiting individuals via social media. The Union Home Ministry directed the NIA to take over the case due to its serious implications and the need to uncover a larger conspiracy.
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.
AAP releases 31 names in second Punjab poll list
AAP releases second list of 31 candidates for 2027 Punjab Assembly elections
Aam Aadmi Party has released its second list of candidates for the upcoming Punjab Legislative Assembly elections. This list features a total of 31 candidates vying for various constituencies across Punjab. Some notable names include Raman Bahl from Gurdaspur and Gurjipal Singh Mahal from Qadian. The party aims to strengthen its representation in Punjab by selecting these candidates. Additionally, the list includes representatives from several important regions in the state.
Why Punjab and Mumbai traded Hardik and Arshdeep
Former India chief selector Chetan Sharma discusses the recent high-profile IPL trade involving Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh, emphasising that team requirements should dictate such decisions. He also praises India's emerging pace-bowling talent, highlighting the strong bench strength demonstrated in the ongoing ODI series against New Zealand. Sharma believes the current period of experimentation is vital for identifying a core group of players for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Punjab ETT Teacher Syllabus 2026 - Check Paper A
The Punjab ETT Teacher Syllabus 2026 covers the examination pattern and subject-wise topics for Elementary Teacher Training (ETT) teacher recruitment conducted by the Education Recruitment Board (ERB), Punjab. Candidates preparing for the examination should check the revised syllabus for Paper A and Paper B to understand the important topics, question distribution and marks.
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...
PBKS benefit more than MI... Mohammad Kaif makes a big statement on the Hardik-Arshdeep trade
Former Indian cricket team batsman Mohammad Kaif believes that Hardik Pandya's arrival at Punjab Kings will be a tremendous benefit to the team. According to Kaif, Hardik's value cannot be measured in monetary terms.Mohammad Kaif, Hardik PandyaDiscussion is rife in the cricket world rega...
Punjab Kings Co-Owner Ness Wadia Backs Juhi Chawla In Moving Up IPL To January
Punjab Kings co-owner Ness Wadia has endorsed Kolkata Knight Riders co-owner Juhi Chawla's idea of starting the IPL in January provided there is scope for a change of schedule.
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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Enjoy The New Punjabi Full Audio Song 'Versace' By JackBars
Enjoy the latest Punjabi song 'Versace' sung, composed and written by JackBars. The track has been produced, mixed and mastered by JackBars. Presented by T-Series, 'Versace' brings together JackBars' musical and lyrical style. Don't miss the opportunity to listen to the full audio song 'Versace'. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Check out the latest Punjabi songs of 2026, new Punjabi music, trending Punjabi tracks and music by JackBars at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.
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.
Punjab-origin newlywed couple and brother-in-law killed in NZ crash; families seek repatriation
Former SSP Gurmeet Singh Sentenced to Jail and Fine in 34-Year-Old Amrik Singh Disappearance Case
A special CBI court in Mohali has sentenced former Punjab Police SSP Gurmeet Singh Randhawa to five years in prison and imposed a fine of Rs. 50,000 in the 34-year-old Amrik Singh disappearance case. The post Former SSP Gurmeet Singh Sentenced to Jail and Fine in 34-Year-Old Amrik Singh Disappearance Case appeared first on Sikh Siyasat News .
Punjab ETT (D.El.Ed.) Entrance Exam Admit Card 2026 Out - Direct Link to Download Hall Ticket
Punjab ETT Admit Card 2026 released on 12 November. Download SCERT Punjab D.El.Ed hall ticket for the 15 November exam. Check direct link and steps.
