Baba Siddique murder case accused Anmol Bishnoi brought to India, arrested
Anmol Bishnoi, wanted for the murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique, lands in Delhi after being deported from the US. He was arrested upon his arrival in Delhi. Subsequently, he'll be produced in a special court, said officials. The deportation of Bishnoi, who is wanted in connection with several cases in India, is considered as a major breakthrough. Earlier, the US Department of Homeland Security had informed the family of Baba Siddique --the former Maharashtra minister and Nationalist Congress Party leader who was shot dead in Bandra, Mumbai, on October 12 last year-- that Anmol had been emoved from the US. An email sent to the Siddique family by the DHS-VINE Service reads: This email is to inform you that ANMOL BHISNOI has been removed from the United States by the federal government. The offender was removed on November 18, 2025. For more information, please call 1-844-442-2553. This notification is sponsored by the DHS-VINE Service. It is our hope that this information has been helpful to you. Younger brother of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, Anmol is wanted in connection with several criminal cases, including the murder of Punjabi singerSidhu Moosewalain May 2022, and NCP leader Baba Siddique in October 2024. Anmol Bishnoi, accused in Baba Siddique murder case, deported from US He was also allegedlybehind the firing outsideBollywood actor Salman Khan's home, located in the Bandra area, on April 14 this year. Anmol is on the National Investigation Agency (NIA)s list of Indias most wanted, and a reward of Rs 10 lakh had been announced for information leading to his arrest. Sources said Anmol fled the country on a forged passport, travelled to Nepal, then to Dubai, Kenya and eventually reached the US. He was detained last November, after which deportation proceedings began. Anmol, who hails from Fazilka in Punjab, was his brother Lawrence Bishnois principal overseas handler and allegedly directed extortion rackets, issued threats and coordinated assignments through encrypted channels. He was spotted at a Punjabi wedding in California in April 2023. Sources said around 18 cases have been registered against Anmol, including for his alleged role in the killing of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala in May 2022. He is accused of coordinating the plot while operating from abroad and reportedly arranging weapons and logistical support for the assailants. He is also wanted in connection with the firing outside Bollywood actor Salman Khans home in Mumbai in April last year, for which he claimed responsibility on Facebook. Anmol is on the National Investigation Agency (NIA)s list of Indias most wanted, and a reward of Rs 10 lakh had been announced for information leading to his arrest.
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NCP Leader Baba Siddique's Murder Accused Anmol Bishnoi Brought To India From US
Anmol Bishnoi is wanted in connection with several violent crimes, including Siddiqui's murder in October 2024 and that of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala in May 2022.
Not Just NIA, But Delhi, Mumbai, Punjab And Rajasthan Police Also Waiting For Anmol Bishnoi
Anmol Bishnoi, the international gangster will undergo a lengthy legal process upon his arrival in India.
The Directorate of Social Security, Women & Child Development, Punjab has opened applications for Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025, inviting online submissions for 6,110 vacancies until December 10, 2025. The fully digital process covers posts for Anganwadi Workers and Helpers, with officials cautioning that incomplete or late applications will be rejected. Candidates must register, upload documents, pay the fee online, and submit forms through the SSWCD portal.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann refuted blame for Delhi's pollution, citing NGT's findings and delayed harvesting. He questioned Delhi's high AQI before paddy harvesting began, suggesting local pollution. Delhi's CM countered, attributing severe air quality to regional stubble fires, particularly from Punjab. Mann dismissed this, questioning wind patterns and Delhi's pollution sources.
Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan urged the state to abandon its one-child mindset and encourage families to have two or three children to secure future generations. He expressed concern over the declining younger population due to family planning and migration, highlighting the potential for elderly parents to be left without support.
One-Child Mindset Hurting Punjab: Assembly Speaker Urges Families To Have More Children
Sandhwan had made similar remarks on November 8, arguing that in a state grappling with drug addiction, parents with only one child face severe emotional and practical consequences
NARCL acquires Rs 1,000-cr debt of Entertainment City for Rs 711 crore
The National Asset Reconstruction Company has taken over the debt of Entertainment City. Punjab National Bank accepted NARCL's 711-crore offer. This ends a year-long effort by lenders to find a better deal. Entertainment City has outstanding debt of around 1,000 crore. NARCL's bid ensures lenders recover their principal amount.
Haryana, Himachal, Rajasthan infringing upon Punjabs rights at NZC meet: CM Mann
EC summons Punjab DGP on probe into fake arrests during Tarn Taran bypoll
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The statement given by senior Border Security Force, Punjab Frontier official that the security force has neutralised 255 drones this year, which came from Pakistan for smuggling heroin and weapons tells about the extent of the threat as the countrys adversary is sending hundreds of drones to this side for giving shape to its evil [] The post Tackling Pak Drone Threat appeared first on Northlines .
'Smoke From Punjab Doesn't Even Reach Delhi': Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday sparked a debate on Delhi's air pollution, attributing it to the contributions of local and neighbouring states.
Complaint filed against former DGP Anurag Gupta for alleged criminal links
RANCHI: Senior High Court Advocate Rajiv Kumar has registered a complaint former DGP Anurag Gupta alleging him of conniving with criminals to extort money from businessmen and contractors. Kumar in his complaint alleged that Anurag Gupta, in connivance with notorious Jharkhand criminal Sujit Sinha and other criminals, formed an organisation called Koylaanchal Shanti Samiti (KSS) and collected crores of rupees from coal traders, contractors, transporters, doctors, businessmen across the state. I have filed a zero FIR against former DGP Rajeev Kumar and some others for extorting money in connivance with other officials during his tenure as DG (ACB) and DGP of Jharkhand, said advocate Rajeev Kumar. Rajeev Kumar further alleged that, while holding the post of DGP, Gupta was indirectly running the biggest criminal organisation of Jharkhand, and on the behest of a criminal, he arranged for the so-called encounter of criminal Aman Sahu, who was lodged in jail. Rajiv Kumar alleged in his complaint that Anurag Gupta, while abusing his position and power, extorted crores of rupees. While serving as Director General of ACB and CID, he, with the help of some DSPs and other police officers, Mohammad Parvez Alam, Mohammad Nehal and Animesh Naithani, filed fake FIRs against his opponents. Anurag Gupta also issued notices to some government officers and engineers based on fake complaints, in which he was assisted by CID and ACB officers Amar Kumar Pandey, Ganesh Prasad Inspector, Constable Anuj Mahato, Constable Chandan Kumar, Constable Prabhat Dubey, Constable Birendra Kumar Mahato, Constable Deepak Mehta, Constable Mahadev Mahato, Constable Ranjeet Rana, Constable and others, stated the complaint. Therefore, Rajeev Kumar has requested Jharkhand police to investigate the criminal and corrupt acts of former DGP and file an FIR against him and his associates under relevant sections. This is extremely important in the interest of Jharkhand and the country, he said. Earlier on Sunday, Jharkhand BJP Chief and Leader of Opposition, Babulal Marandi, had written a letter to the Director General of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) seeking a comprehensive probe into an alleged nexus between former Jharkhand DGP Anurag Gupta and the organised criminal syndicate led by gangster Sujit Sinha. In his letter, Marandi said that the allegationsif provenpose a direct threat to national security. Marandis letter claims that the Sinha gang allegedly procured weapons dropped by drones in Punjabs Moga district, reportedly originating from hostile neighbouring Pakistan. The gang is further alleged to have links with gangster Prince Khan, said to be associated with international criminal networks. Notably, Gupta resigned from his post on November 4 , after seven months of his retirement. Despite the fact that central government had rejected the state governments decision to give Gupta an extension even after his retirement, he continued on the post of DGP for seven long months.
Opposition takes a dig at AAP over poor law and order in Punjab
Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring said the AAP government had completely abdicated its authority and the criminals and gangsters were killing people with impunity
Shashi Tharoor Hails under-publicised Talent Ravichandran Smaran After Another Double Ton
Vijay Hazare Trophy: Shashi Tharoor has heaped praise on Karnatakas rising batting star Ravichandran Smaran, calling attention to his extraordinary domestic form and lamenting how players like him often remain under-recognised. Batting first in Hubli, Karnataka were rocked early at 13 for 2 and later 64 for 3, but Smaran once again stood tall, producing a career-best unbeaten 227 off 362 balls against Chennai on Monday. Remarkable. Important to draw attention to such under-publicised talents. No doubt he will have to excel in the IPL before the selectors will notice! Tharoor posted on X, after the 22-year-old struck yet another monumental double century in the Ranji Trophy. His innings, decorated with 16 fours and two sixes, formed the backbone of Karnatakas massive first-innings total of 547 for 8 declared. He was supported by Karun Nair, who crafted a solid 95 during a 119-run stand, followed by valuable contributions from Shreyas Gopal (62) and Shikhar Shetty (59). This knock marked Smarans second double century in three games and his third overall in first-class cricket, all inside his first 13 matches. He had earlier scored an unbeaten 220 against Kerala and a 203 against Punjab in January. With this latest effort, he has surged to fourth in the seasons run-scoring charts with 595 runs at an astonishing average of 119, trailing only Sanat Sangwan, Karun Nair and Arman Jaffer. This knock marked Smarans second double century in three games and his third overall in first-class cricket, all inside his first 13 matches. He had earlier scored an unbeaten 220 against Kerala and a 203 against Punjab in January. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Picked as a replacement by Sunrisers Hyderabad for IPL 2025 and retained for IPL 2026, Smaran is yet to make his debut, but his domestic form continues to demand attention. His last 13 innings across formats read like a prodigys logbook: 76 in a VHT semifinal, a match-winning 101* in the final, a 203, 133*, 220*, scores in the 70s, 50sand now this unbeaten 227. Article Source: IANS
Punjab CM Mann secures deferral on key state issues at Northern Zonal Council meeting
CHANDIGARH: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday said the BJP-led Centre had agreed to defer as many as 11 agenda items related to the state, which were part of the deliberations during the meeting of the North Zonal Council (NZC) in Faridabad on Monday. Speaking to reporters, CM Mann said Union Home Minister Amit Shah had ordered a status quo on most of the issues related to Punjab. The issue about staff appointment in the administration and institutions of Chandigarh has been referred to the NZC standing committee, he added. Mann criticised the NZC members including Haryana, Rajasthan, and Himachal Pradesh for attempting to infringe the rights of the states. He said that it is unfortunate that Haryana, Rajasthan, and Himachal Pradesh are unnecessarily mounting pressure on Punjab. The Punjab CM alleged that the leadership of these states have made a mockery of the platform by making unjust demands seeking a share in the resources of the state and even its rivers. He said that in the NZC meeting, all the member states put forth their views, and as the head of the state, he also presented the case of Punjab. Out of a total 28 agenda items, 11 were related to Punjab, and for the first time, due to the strenuous efforts of the state government, all of them were deferred, he said. Those who are making a fuss over river waters must understand one thing, a real-time assessment of the availability of river waters should be made, for which the presence of water must be reviewed, Mann said. Mann quipped that Haryana has made a very strange demand --that Punjab should be restrained from constructing mini hydel projects on the Bhakra Main Line (BML) on the grounds that it would hamper the flow of water. He said it was surprising that the naive leadership of Haryana was indulging in such baseless tantrums far removed from facts. He added that issues related to the Satluj Yamuna Link (SYL) can be resolved only through the Yamuna Satluj Link (YSL), which would ensure the judicious use of Yamuna water. Punjab, he stressed, has no surplus water to divert through the SYL, and no scientific calculation has ever been carried out regarding water availability. Mann categorically reiterated that Punjab has no spare water to share with any state --there is no question about it, he said. In the wake of the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, he said there is now a significant opportunity to resolve long-pending water-related issues concerning the states represented at the meeting. There is a possibility, he added, of linking the Chenab river with the Ravi and Beas rivers, over which dams already regulate downstream water flow. He said that linking the Chenab with the Ravi and Beas would allow the surplus water inflow to be used productively by downstream states, including Punjab, for both power generation and irrigation. The additional water, he said, would also help Punjab bridge its water shortfall, particularly in the border areas. On the issue of the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB), Mann said he had strongly opposed the proposal to appoint a whole-time member in the BBMB from Rajasthan, arguing that the board was constituted under the Punjab Reorganisation Act, 1966, and concerns only the successor states of Punjab and Haryana. Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh are already represented as ex officio members, he said, and creating additional whole-time posts would only increase expenditure --most of which is borne by Punjab-- without serving any useful purpose. Mann said he had also forcefully reiterated Punjabs longstanding demand for the transfer of Chandigarh to the state, noting that after the reorganisation of Punjab, the Indira Gandhi Agreement of 1970 clearly stated that the capital project area of Chandigarh will, as a whole, go to Punjab, reflecting an explicit commitment from the Centre. The Rajiv-Longowal Accord, signed on July 24, 1985, he added, reaffirmed that Chandigarh would be transferred to Punjab. On maintaining the 60:40 ratio in the intake of service personnel from Punjab and Haryana in the functioning of the UT of Chandigarh, the Chief Minister said that preserving the status quo was essential. He expressed concern that IAS and PCS officers from Punjab were being excluded from key positions in the Chandigarh administration. Posts in departments such as Excise, Education, Finance and Health, he said, were now being opened to cadres like the UT cadre (DANICS), thereby undermining Punjabs role in the effective functioning of the UT administration. He said Haryana and Himachal Pradesh had unilaterally withdrawn their colleges from Panjab University in 1973 and 1975 respectively, set up their own universities, and stopped funding Panjab University altogether. He said Punjab alone had supported and nurtured the university for 50 years, and questioned why Haryana now wanted to affiliate its colleges with Panjab University when they have been affiliated for decades with Kurukshetra University, an A+ NAAC-accredited institution. Mann reiterated that there should be no change in the status of Panjab University, adding that Panjab University is our university, and we will continue to support and fund it in the future as well.
Ness Wadia says bigger IPL window needed, all for Champions League T20 revival
Ness Wadia, co-owner of the Punjab Kings, advocates for an expanded Indian Premier League schedule, asserting that additional matches would enhance the tournament's appeal. Furthermore, he expresses a desire to bring back the Champions League T20, aimed at bridging the gap between IPL seasons and player auctions.
Centre should not 'play with sentiments' of Punjab: CM Mann
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann made the claim a day after he spoke at the 32nd meeting of the Northern Zonal Council, chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Faridabad, where he raised the concerns of Punjab
Tarn Taran Bypoll: EC summons Punjab DGP over complaints of 'false FIRs' against cop
The Election Commission has summoned Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav regarding complaints against Tarn Taran SSP Ravjot Kaur Grewal. Opposition Akali Dal alleged police targeting of workers during the recent bypoll. The EC had previously suspended Grewal over these allegations. The DGP will provide further details on actions taken. This follows earlier concerns about wrongful FIRs in Tarn Taran.
3 motorway cops killed in road accident in Pakistans Punjab province
LAHORE, Nov 18: Three motorway police officers were killed in a road accident in Pakistans Punjab province, an official said on Tuesday. The accident occurred in Bahawalpur, around 400 km from Lahore, late Monday night. According to a spokesperson of the motorway police, a bus rammed into a police patrol vehicle on the Multan-Sukkur motorway after its driver lost control of the vehicle due to overspeeding, killing all three officers on board on the spot. The bus driver has [] The post 3 motorway cops killed in road accident in Pakistans Punjab province appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CCTV Captures Punjab Ambush: Gunmen Chase SUV, Riddle It With Bullets; 1 Dead, 4 Critical
A CCTV video from Nawanshahr shows armed youths firing at a Scorpio SUV, killing one and critically injuring four.
Punjab Anganwadi recruitment 2025: Apply online for 6110 AWW and AWH vacancies sswcd.punjab.gov.in
Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025: Punjab Anganwadi Recruitment 2025 notification is out for 6110 vacancies, including 1316 Anganwadi Workers (AWW) and 4794 Anganwadi Helpers (AWH). Female candidates can apply online at sswcd.punjab.gov.in from November 19 to December 10, 2025. Eligibility includes educational qualifications, age limits, and valid residential proof. Selection involves application scrutiny, merit list preparation, interview, and document verification. Application fees vary by category, and candidates must submit online applications with all required documents before the deadline.
Not Delhi, Agra or Jaipur: Foreign tourist calls this Indian city the most well-designed
A foreign traveler's praise for Chandigarh has gone viral. He described the city as very clean and modern, urging tourists to visit. He highlighted its efficient planning, lack of traffic, and blend of Punjabi and Haryanvi culture. The traveler enjoyed boating on Sukhna Lake and appreciated the city's green spaces. His positive perspective resonated with many Indians online.
EC summons Punjab DGP: Asked to report on wrongful cases and arrests during Tarn Taran bypoll
The Election Commission has summoned Punjab's DGP to Delhi on November 25 regarding alleged wrongful cases and arrests during the Tarn Taran bypoll's model code of conduct. This follows the suspension of the Tarn Taran SSP due to impartiality concerns and a police observer's report highlighting coordinated actions by state police.
Court rejects plea to change the title of 120 Bahadur
A plea to rename Farhan Akhtar's upcoming film '120 Bahadur' was dismissed by the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The court emphasized the film honors 120 soldiers from the Battle of Rezang La, noting it has CBFC and Defence Ministry clearance. The movie, depicting extraordinary courage, is set for release on November 21.
Deepti Bhatnagar is married to Randeep Arya, the son of Dharmendra's cousin Veerendra, a popular Punjabi actor of the 80s. Deepti Bhatnagar, who was born in Meerut, moved to Mumbai to start a handicraft business but was soon offered modelling work. She went on to win a beauty pageant at 18.
255 Pakistani drones neutralised so far this year: BSF
Border Security Force has neutralized 255 drones from Pakistan this year. These drones were used for smuggling heroin and weapons. The BSF is increasing surveillance due to the upcoming fog season. Special equipment will be used to monitor riverine areas and roads. Joint checks with Punjab Police will prevent smuggling activities.
The Supreme Court has demanded details on the quality and efficiency of Delhi's air quality monitoring equipment within seven days, addressing claims of data manipulation and water sprinkling near stations. While the government defended its technology, the court also urged Punjab and Haryana to strictly curb stubble burning, emphasizing a balance between environmental concerns and livelihoods.
Top stocks to buy today: Stock market recommendations for November 18, 2025 - check list
Stock market recommendations: Investors looking for opportunities on November 18, 2025, can consider NBCC and Punjab National Bank, according to Mirae Asset Sharekhan. NBCC shows a breakout and is poised for an uptrend, while PNB is forming a bullish pattern above key moving averages.
From Senate to Punjab: PU morcha turns a new page after Nov 10 outsider surge
Punjab pushes for wider TB screening, eyes to cover vulnerable population by Dec 25
Amid worsening air quality, CM attacks Punjab govt. over unchecked stubble burning
CM highlights JKs development vision
Faridabad, Nov 17:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday attended the 32nd meeting of the Northern Zonal Council (NZC) held in Faridabad, Haryana. The meeting was chaired by Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah. The Northern Zonal Council comprises the States and Union Territories of Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Delhi, Jammu & [] The post CM highlights JKs development vision appeared first on Northlines .
Follow traditions of Gurus: Haryana CM to Punjab after he flags SYL at North Zonal Council meeting
Punjab SC panel seeks report from Tarn Taran SSP
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Phulkari: Know Its Difference and Varieties
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MHA issues advisory against online scams, flags fake social media ads as key concern
NEW DELHI: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued an advisory requesting people to beware of fraudulent investment schemes, fake job offers and other online scams. The I4C under the MHA stated in the advisory that, in most of such advertisements, scamsters use deepfake videos to misguide the users leading to devastating financial losses for victims across the country who could be deceived by convincing visuals, false claims and professional-looking online pages. The advisory also highlighted a few cases of cyber fraud. In a recent case, a 25-year-old medical representative from Ahmedabad lost Rs 44 lakh in a trading scam that began with an Instagram advertisement. Drawn by the promise of high returns, he joined a Telegram group managed by fraudsters posing as financial advisers. The group initially showed rising profits on screen to build confidence before the victims entire investment suddenly disappeared, the advisory said. In another case, a 40-year-old woman from Ashok Vihar in Delhi lost Rs 21 lakh after falling for a fraudulent stock trading advertisement on social media. She had downloaded a fraudulent mobile application that closely resembled a legitimate brokerage platform. At first, small profits appeared in her account, convincing her of its authenticity. She was then added to a WhatsApp group of more than one hundred members where a woman posing as an expert guided her on investments. Believing the scheme to be genuine, she transferred money across three different bank accounts in Punjab, Bengal and Odisha. When she declined to invest a further Rs 70 lakh, she was blocked from the application and realised she had been cheated, the MHA said. Similarly, a student from Rohini lost more than Rs 1.4 lakh in a fake cashback scheme promoted through social media. Lured by promises of commissions via QR codes, she continued transferring money in the hope of recovering earlier payments. After a friend alerted her, she lodged a cyber fraud complaint and froze her account, recovering Rs 40,000. But by then she had lost Rs 1 lakh, the advisory said. More to these cases of scams relating to work from home have also been reported, the MHA said, while noting that these incidents share a common pattern: fake advertisements, social media manipulation and rapid movement of funds across several accounts to make recovery difficult. The MHA said, even as the I4C continues to monitor and counter these threats by working with law enforcement agencies and digital platforms, people are advised to stay alert and avoid responding to unsolicited investment schemes, cashback offers or part-time job messages circulating online. Any suspicious activity should be reported immediately through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal ( www.cybercrime.gov.in ) or by calling the 1930 helpline, which has enabled the recovery of significant amounts for victims nationwide, the MHA said, while asking people to remain alert and aware and follow only the official social media handle CYBERDOST on all leading social media platforms.
Woman Behind Kashmir Cheating Racket Arrested in Punjab
SRINAGAR: Police have arrested a woman accused of orchestrating a long-running cheating racket across several districts of Kashmir, following a carefully coordinated operation by police station Lal Bazar in Srinagar that traced her to a hotel in the city of Jalandhar in Punjab. The accused, identified as Asmat Jan, also known as Taboo, a local []
CM Omar Abdullah Highlights J&Ks Development Vision At 32nd Northern Zonal Council Meeting
FARIDABAD, Nov 17: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today attended the 32nd meeting of the Northern Zonal Council (NZC) held in Faridabad, Haryana. The meeting was chaired by Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah. The Northern Zonal Council comprises the States and Union Territories of Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and Chandigarh. Speaking at the meeting, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah highlighted the launch of Mission YUVA, the governments focused push on strengthening the [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Highlights J&Ks Development Vision At 32nd Northern Zonal Council Meeting appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tata Power Renewable Energy commissions NHPC's 300 MW solar project
Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd has successfully commissioned NHPC's 300 MW solar power project. This large-scale solar facility is located in Bikaner, Rajasthan. The entire power generated from this project will be supplied to Punjab State Power Corporation Limited. TPREL acted as the EPC contractor for this significant renewable energy development.
Armaan Malik urges Punjab Police for protection after receiving death threats
Armaan Malik has appealed to Punjab Police for protection after receiving serious threats against his children. Sharing a disturbing audio clip, he revealed ongoing blackmail and intimidation, urging authorities to ensure his familys safety
Punjab and Haryana HC refuses to change '120 Bahadur' title
The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Monday refused to entertain a public interest litigation requesting the title change of 120 Bahadur.
Delhi pollution: SC for long-term solution, refuses to ban polluting activities year round
The top court asked the Punjab and Haryana governments to strictly follow the directions of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on the issue of stubble burning in the two states.
Punjabi Pop: Why India Cant Stop Listening to Desi Beats?
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Colour Codes of Punjab: What Your Chunni Reveals About You
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'Me No Pause Me Play': Kamya Punjabi's film on menopause
The trailer for the upcoming Hindi feature film Me No Pause Me Play was released recently.
Punjab State Transmission Corporation Limited has announced 609 vacancies for technical and non-technical roles, including Assistant Lineman and Junior Engineer. Applications are open online at pstcl.org from November 17 to December 16, 2025. Candidates need specific educational qualifications and Punjabi language proficiency. Selection involves a computer-based test and document verification.
Delhi air pollution LIVE: Supreme Court to hear plea on stubble burning
The court had earlier asked the Punjab and Haryana governments to apprise it about the action taken to control the situation
Toxic smog chokes Delhi: Air quality turns 'severe' as AQI soars to 427 despite GRAP-III measures
Delhi woke to dense smog, with the AQI at 359, classified as 'very poor', despite GRAP-III measures. Bawana recorded 'severe' pollution at 427. Iconic sites like India Gate were shrouded. Stricter curbs on construction and vehicles are in place. The Supreme Court has directed Punjab and Haryana to report on stubble burning efforts.
Delhi AQI soars past 400 as smog chokes the national capital; air quality 'very poor'
Delhi AQI Today: Famous city landmarks, including India Gate and Kartavya Path, were shrouded in heavy smog, with the AQI in the zone measured at 341, categorised as very poor. Several other monitoring stations reflected similarly grim numbers: Chandni Chowk (383), RK Puram (366), ITO (394), Punjabi Bagh (384), Patparganj (369), Pusa (365) and Dwarka Sector-8 (356).
Punjab restructures health cadre to bridge doctor shortage
Shah to chair N-Z Council meet today
NEW DELHI, Nov 16: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will on Monday chair the 32nd meeting of the Northern Zonal Council in Haryanas Faridabad, where issues like education, health, electricity, speedy investigation of cases of sexual offences against women and children, among others, are likely to be discussed. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The Northern Zonal Council comprises the States and Union Territories of Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh and Chandigarh. Chief Ministers, [] The post Shah to chair N-Z Council meet today appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Punjab government working to reduce road crash fatalities: Minister
Air Pollution: Supreme Court to hear plea on stubble burning today
The top court had earlier asked the Punjab and Haryana governments to apprise it about the action taken to control the situation.
Punjab reports 95 farm fires, total close to 5K now
RSS leaders grandson shot dead in Ferozepur; BJP blames AAP govt for deteriorating law and order
CHANDIGARH: A 32-year-old shopkeeper, the son of a senior Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader and the grandson of late Dina Nath, a senior RSS functionary and social worker, was shot dead in Ferozepur, Punjab, by two unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants on Saturday evening. The Bharatiya Janata Party attacked the AAP-led Punjab government over the deteriorating law and order situation in the state. The incident occurred around 7 pm when Naveen Arora, son of senior RSS leader Baldev Raj Arora, who ran a dupatta shop in the main bazaar of Ferozepur, was walking to his residence near Dr Sadhu Chand Chowk. The assailants fired at him near Budhwara Wala Mohalla. He died on the spot. Family members and traders gathered at the scene and expressed anger over the shooting. The two unidentified youths on a motorcycle opened fire at Naveen from point-blank range before fleeing. He was later rushed to a private hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival. His father, Baldev Raj Arora, said, Naveen is my son and we were all sitting and talking. He goes out and comes back to be with his children every day. Just five minutes after he left, a couple of boys came and informed us that someone shot my son. Sources said police are scanning CCTV footage from the locality, which shows two men running after the firing and escaping. The visuals are being used to identify the attackers. Naveen was on his way home when two unidentified individuals shot him. Our team is investigating and we are also scanning CCTV footage, said Senior Superintendent of Police, Ferozepur, Bhupinder Singh Sidhu. Ranbir Singh Bhullar, MLA for Ferozepur (Urban), also visited the family and assured strict action against the accused. Attacking the AAP-led state government on law and order, BJP Punjab president Sunil Jakhar said that the shooting and murder of Naveen Arora, the young son of RSS leader Baldev Raj Arora in Ferozepur, had once again exposed the collapse of law and order under the AAP government. He said gangsters were running a parallel government in the state, while Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann had failed to fulfil his responsibilities and had left Punjab abandoned. Expressing grief over the death of the RSS leaders son, Jakhar added that people in Punjab were being forced to live in an atmosphere of fear, while the Aam Aadmi Party government had completely failed to provide law and order and security to citizens. Jakhar said people were receiving threatening and extortion calls every day, and some serious incident was occurring in one part of the state or another. He added that anti-social elements no longer fear the government because those running the government lack even the basic understanding of governance. Ashwani Sharma, working president of the Punjab BJP unit, said this was neither the first nor an isolated incident. He said the continuous murders and crimes targeting businessmen, athletes, youth, and common people raised serious questions about the incompetent working style of the Punjab government. Sharma alleged that the state government had proven to be a complete failure in handling law and order, and asserted that the BJP would not remain silent on the safety of innocent people. He said the incident clearly showed how the morale of criminals had risen under the current governments rule. Expressing deep concern, he stated that people in Punjab no longer felt safe anywhere. He further said, Instead of ensuring public safety, the Punjab Police has been deployed to serve Arvind Kejriwal and his team, who have come from Delhi, which is against public interest. Sharma said the BJP would continue its fight against the rising wave of crime and would keep demanding strict measures to restore peace and security in the state. Union Minister and senior BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu said the killing had shaken the entire state and added that the incident at the home of senior RSS volunteer and social worker Baldev Raj Arora showed that criminals had become fearlessly emboldened. He said people in Punjab feel increasingly unsafe and that the BJP would take a serious course as the state government was failing to control crime.
Who was Naveen Arora? RSS leader's son shot dead by bike-borne attackers in Punjab's Ferozepur
Police said one bullet hit Arora in the head, and he was rushed to a nearby private hospital, where doctors declared him dead. Arora's family has refused to cremate him and sought justice in the case. CCTV footage from the area shows the two assailants fleeing moments after the firing.
Speaker invites Kejriwal for special session of Punjab assembly
SGPC considers ban on lone women in Pakistan pilgrimage groups after devotee goes missing
CHANDIGARH: The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) is considering barring lone women from joining pilgrimage groups (jathas) to Pakistan after 48-year-old Sarabjeet Kaur, a devotee from Punjab, went missing during a recent pilgrimage. Kaur reportedly converted to Islam, adopted the name Noor Hussain, and married Nasir Hussain of Sheikhupura soon after entering Pakistan. Police and SGPC officials later confirmed that she has three cheating and fraud cases registered against her in Punjab. Kaur was part of a 1,932-member jatha that crossed the Attari-Wagah border on November 4 for Guru Nanak Devs 556th birth anniversary celebrations. When the group returned on November 13, she was missing. An 18-second video circulating on social media shows Kaur stating before a magistrate that she had known Nasir for nine years, loved him, and was willingly converting and marrying him. I am currently divorced and willingly marrying him, she says. The clip has not been independently verified, though Pakistani media reported that the nikah took place on November 5. Following the incident, SGPC secretary Partap Singh said this was the second such case, citing the 2018 instance of Kiran Bala, now Amna Bibi, who also stayed back in Pakistan after converting to Islam and marrying there. He said the SGPC had initially objected to Kaur travelling alone but allowed her after she produced recommendations from her village sarpanch and nambardar. Singh blamed central agencies for failing to detect that Kaur was already in contact with a Pakistani national. It is a failure of the agencies that they did not sense she was already in contact with a Pakistani national and that her visit was pre-planned, he said. Singh also added that Kaur has hurt the religious sentiments of the Sikh community and brought a bad name to the pilgrimage process. Woman pilgrim goes missing in Pakistan after Guru Nanak birth anniversary visit Police investigations revealed that Kaurs criminal background included three fraud and cheating cases in Bathinda and Kapurthala, while her sons, Lovejot Singh and Navjot Singh, had nine cases of fraud, assault and cheating registered against them in Kapurthala, Sultanpur Lodhi and Kabirpur. Officials said Kaur listed a permanent address in Malout on her passport, but did not provide her citizenship or passport number on her Pakistan visa immigration form. Her husband has been living in the United Kingdom for over fifteen years, and her sons were reportedly not on talking terms with her. Kapurthala SSP Gaurav Toora said police have met Kaurs sons, visited her village in Amanipur, and are coordinating with central agencies to understand her motives for visiting Pakistan. Gurinder Kaur, who headed the jatha, immediately informed SGPC member from Sultanpur Lodhi, Gurpreet Kaur, and asked her to visit Kaurs house in Amanipur. Gurpreet, who had recommended Sarabjeet Kaurs name, said she had recommended ten pilgrims in total. SGPC officials said the incident has hurt religious sentiments and brought disrepute to the pilgrimage process, prompting the body to reconsider allowing lone women to join jathas travelling to Pakistan.
Punjab Police busts Pak-linked arms-narco network; seizes 1 kg heroin, 6 pistols
Chandigarh, Nov 16: Punjab Police has arrested five persons with six sophisticated pistols and more than 1 kg of heroin to dismantle a Pakistan-linked arms and narcotics network, officials said on Sunday. Preliminary investigation revealed that the arrested persons were in touch with Pakistan-based handlers through social media and drones, police said. Acting on intelligence inputs, Amritsar Commissionerate Police dismantles a Pakistan-linked arms and narco network, apprehends five persons, and recovers six sophisticated pistols (five .30 bore and one Glock [] The post Punjab Police busts Pak-linked arms-narco network; seizes 1 kg heroin, 6 pistols appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pakistan's Lahore tops global pollution index as hazardous smog engulfs Punjab
Lahore, Pakistan, is grappling with severe air pollution, with its Air Quality Index reaching hazardous levels. Thick smog has enveloped the city for days, prompting health warnings and calls for precautionary measures. Authorities are intensifying crackdowns on pollution sources, including crop burning and vehicle emissions.
RSS leader's son dead in Punjab's Ferozpur
The two unidentified youth who were on a motorcycle arrived and opened fire at Naveen from point-blank range and fled. Naveen was later rushed to a private hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival
Home Minister Amit Shah to chair Northern Zonal Council meeting in Faridabad on November 17
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will chair the 32nd meeting of the Northern Zonal Council at Faridabad in Haryana on Monday. The meeting is being organised by the Inter-State Council Secretariat, Ministry of Home Affairs, with the Government of Haryana hosting it. The Northern Zonal Council consists of Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh and Chandigarh. Chief ministers, lieutenant governors, senior officials from the central and state governments and Union territories shall participate in the meeting. Education, health, electricity, and speedy investigation of cases of sexual offences against women and children are likely to be discussed. The council will also discuss issues of national importance, including the implementation of Fast Track Special Courts, providing brick-and-mortar banking facilities in the designated area of every village, implementation of the Emergency Response Support System, etc. Issues of common interest on the regional level shall also be discussed. The Northern Zonal Council is among the five zonal councils established under sections 15 to 22 of the States Reorganisation Act, 1956. Issues proposed by the States are presented to the permanent committee of the concerned Zonal Council for discussion initially. Following consideration by the permanent committee, issues are later presented to the Zonal Council meeting for deliberation. Despite the role of the zonal councils being advisory, it serves as a forum to resolve and aid progress over issues and disputes between the Centre, member states and Union territories. It also plays a vital role in promoting mutual understanding and cooperation across various fields. In the last 11 years, a total of 63 meetings of the various zonal councils and their permanent committees have been held.
Punjab: RSS-linked youth shot dead in Firozpur; probe underway
A youth identified as Naveen Arora, reportedly associated with the RSS, was shot dead by two unidentified assailants in Ferozepur, Punjab. Police have formed multiple teams to investigate the incident, which occurred while Arora was returning home from his shop on his motorcycle. Relatives suggest the murder was planned to create chaos in the city.
NAPA urges India, Pakistan to reopen Kartarpur Corridor for pilgrims
Chandigarh: The North American Punjabi Association (NAPA) expressed concern on Sunday over the continued closure of the Kartarpur Corridor, which was shut to Indian pilgrims in May 2025, after the government of India suspended travel, citing security concerns. In a statement, NAPA said the Kartarpur Corridor, which provides visa-free access to Gurdwara Sri Darbar Sahib Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
RSS leader's son shot dead in Punjab's Ferozepur; accused yet to be ascertained
FEROZEPUR: A 32-year-old shopkeeper, son of a RSS leader, was shot dead by two unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants here, police said on Sunday. The victim was identified as Naveen Arora (32), they said. According to sources, Naveen's father, Baldev Raj Arora, was associated with Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) for the last several years. The incident occurred on Saturday when Naveen was walking down from his shop to his residence located near Dr Sadhu Chand Chowk. The two unidentified youth who were on a motorcycle arrived and opened fire at Naveen from point-blank range and fled. Naveen was later rushed to a private hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival. Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar said the murder of Naveen Arora, who was the son of RSS leader Baldev Raj Arora in Ferozepur, has once again exposed the AAP government's failures in law and order. In a post on X, Jakhar said that in the state, gangsters are effectively running the government, while Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has failed to fulfil his responsibilities. Today, the people of Punjab are forced to live in an atmosphere of terror, Jakhar said. Meanwhile, as soon as the matter was reported, senior police officials, including Senior Superintendent of Police Bhupinder Singh, reached the spot and took stock of the situation. The SSP said that the police were checking the CCTV footage to ascertain the identity of the assailants. The accused will be arrested soon. Ranbir Singh Bhullar, MLA Ferozepur (Urban), also reached out to meet the family members and assured strict action against the accused. Sunil Jakhar (@sunilkjakhar) November 16, 2025
Pakistan: Lahore becomes worlds second most polluted city as AQI hits 396
Lahore has emerged as the worlds second most polluted city with an alarming AQI of 396, while Pakistans Punjab faces severe smog. Faisalabad recorded an AQI of 571, highlighting rising pollution levels and health risks across major cities, prompting government measures and public warnings
A relative of the deceased, Naveen, alleges his murder was a planned act to incite city-wide chaos. Naveen, whose father and grandfather were senior RSS workers, was shot by two assailants while returning home from his shop. The hospital declared him brought dead, suggesting he may have died instantly.
40-Year-Old Son Of Senior RSS Worker Shot Dead In Punjab's Ferozepur, Attackers Flee Spot
Two unidentified attackers shot dead a 40-year-old man near Budhwara Wala Mohalla in Punjab's Ferozepur while he was returning home. The attackers are on the run.
A 48-year-old woman, Sarabjeet Kaur, who accompanied a Sikh Jatha to Pakistan, has reportedly embraced Islam and married a Pakistani citizen, Naseer Hussain, of her own free will. She appeared before a magistrate in Sheikhupura, adopting the name Noor and stating she wished to live with her husband. Her family in India was reportedly unaware of her decision until recently.
Cabinet nod to policy for land delisted under Punjab Land Preservation Act
Sikh Coalition launches helpline for Punjabi truck drivers facing discrimination
The IPL Player Auction: Top Indian players, including Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, K.L. Rahul, M.S. Dhoni, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, and ARshdeep Singh, were among those retained by their respective franchises while big names like Andre Russell, Glenn Maxwell, Faf du Plessis, Adam Zampa, and Davis Miller were released as the retention window closed ahead of next month's mini-auction for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. The biggest trade was for Rajasthan Royals' wicketkeeper-batman/captain Sanju Samson, which saw him go to five-time champion Chennai Super Kings in exchange for Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran. India's 2023 ODI World Cup hero Mohammed Shami was picked by Lucknow Super Giants among other major moves. The player retention window for the IPL 2026 season closed on Saturday with all 10 franchises confirming their retained players ahead of the auction. Across teams, a total of 173 players have been retained, including 49 overseas players. A combined purse of 237.55 crore will be available at the auction for a total of 77 player slots. With each team allowed to have a maximum squad of 25 players, Punjab Kings have opted to retain 21 players, the most among the 10 franchises, while Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans have retained 20 players each. Three-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders retained the least number of players, 12, while Sunrisers Hyderabad were second with 15 players. Five-time winners Chennai Super Kings retained only 17 players, including four overseas, while Delhi Capitals opted for 17 (3 overseas). The IPL Player Auction will take place on December 16 at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. Heading into the auction, Kolkata Knight Riders will have a purse of 64.3 crore, the largest among the group, to fill a maximum of 13 slots with six overseas spots available. Chennai Super Kings will have the second-biggest kitty of 43.4 crore to fill a maximum of nine available slots. List of players retained by the franchises: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) 16 players retained | 4 overseas | Total spent: 81.60 | Cap remaining: 43.40 Anshul Kamboj, Gurjapneet Singh, *Jamie Overton, MS Dhoni, Mukesh Choudhary, *Nathan Ellis, *Noor Ahmad, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Sanju Samson (T), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dube, Shreyas Gopal, Syed Khaleel Ahmed, Ayush Mhatre, *Dewald Brevis, Urvil Patel. Delhi Capitals (DC) 17 players retained | 3 overseas | Total spent: 103.20 | Cap remaining: 21.80 Abhishek Porel, Ajay Mandal, Ashutosh Sharma, Axar Patel, *Dushmantha Chameera, Karun Nair, KL Rahul, Kuldeep Yadav, Madhav Tiwari, *Mitchell Starc, Mukesh Kumar, Nitish Rana (T), Sameer Rizvi, T. Natarajan, Tripurana Vijay, *Tristan Stubbs, Vipraj Nigam. Gujarat Titans (GT) 20 players retained | 4 overseas | Total spent: 112.10 | Cap remaining: 12.90 Anuj Rawat, *Glenn Phillips, Gurnoor Singh Brar, Ishant Sharma, Jayant Yadav, *Jos Buttler, *Kagiso Rabada, Kumar Kushagra, Manav Suthar, Mohammad Siraj, Mohd. Arshad Khan, Nishant Sindhu, Prasidh Krishna, R. Sai Kishore, Rahul Tewatia, *Rashid Khan, Sai Sudharsan, Shahrukh Khan, Shubman Gill, Washington Sundar. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) 12 players retained | 2 overseas | Total spent: 60.70 | Cap remaining: 64.30 Ajinkya Rahane, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Anukul Roy, Harshit Rana, Manish Pandey, Ramandeep Singh, Rinku Singh, *Rovman Powell, *Sunil Narine, Umran Malik, Vaibhav Arora, Varun Chakaravarthy Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) 19 players retained | 4 overseas | Total spent: 102.05 | Cap remaining: 22.95 Abdul Samad, *Aiden Markram, Akash Singh, Arjun Tendulkar (T), Arshin Kulkarni, Avesh Khan, Ayush Badoni, Digvesh Rathi, Himmat Singh, Manimaran Siddharth, *Matthew Breetzke, Mayank Yadav, Md Shami (T), *Mitchell Marsh, Mohsin Khan, *Nicholas Pooran, Prince Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Shahbaz Ahmed Mumbai Indians (MI) 20 players retained | 7 overseas | Total spent: 122.25 | Cap remaining: 2.75 *Allah Ghazanfar, Ashwani Kumar, *Corbin Bosch, Deepak Chahar, Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, Mayank Markande (T), *Mitchell Santner, Naman Dhir, Raghu Sharma, Raj Angad Bawa, Robin Minz, Rohit Sharma, *Ryan Rickelton, Shardul Thakur (T), *Sherfane Rutherford (T), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Verma, *Trent Boult, *Will Jacks Punjab Kings (PBKS) 21 players retained | 6 overseas | Total spent: 113.50 | Cap remaining: 11.50 Arshdeep Singh, *Azmatullah Omarzai, Harnoor Pannu, Harpreet Brar, *Lockie Ferguson, *Marco Jansen, *Marcus Stoinis, *Mitch Owen, Musheer Khan, Nehal Wadhera, Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Pyla Avinash, Shashank Singh, Shreyas Iyer, Suryansh Shedge, Vishnu Vinod, Vyshak Vijaykumar, *Xavier Bartlett, Yash Thakur, Yuzvendra Chahal Rajasthan Royals (RR) 16 players retained | 7 overseas | Total spent: 108.95 | Cap remaining: 16.05 Dhruv Jurel, *Donovan Ferreira (T), *Jofra Archer, *Kwena Maphaka, *Lhuan-Dre Pretorious, *Nandre Burger, Ravindra Jadeja (T), Riyan Parag, *Sam Curran (T), Sandeep Sharma, *Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Tushar Deshpande, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Yashaswi Jaiswal, Yudhvir Charak Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) 17 players retained | 6 overseas | Total spent: 108.60 | Cap remaining: 16.40 Abhinandan Singh, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Devdutt Padikkal, *Jacob Bethell, Jitesh Sharma, *Josh Hazlewood, Krunal Pandya, *Nuwan Thushara, *Phil Salt, Rajat Patidar, Rasikh Dar, *Romario Shepherd, Suyash Sharma, Swapnil Singh, *Tim David, Virat Kohli, Yash Dayal Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) 15 players retained | 6 overseas | Total spent: 99.50 | Cap remaining: 25.50 Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Notes: Amounts are in crores, while * denotes overseas players. Article Source: IANS
Punjab sends third batch of teachers to Finland for training
Farm fires fall, only 39 new cases in Punjab
Jammu Kashmir: Forces Arrest Three Punjab Gang Members
SRINAGAR: Security forces on Saturday detained three individuals in the Mirza MorhSurankote area of Poonch district of Jammu Kashmir, on suspicion of providing logistical support, officials said. They said that the security forces intercepted a vehicle (swift Dzire) and recovered Rs 2.18 lakh cash from inside it. Three individuals travelling in the vehicle, Kawaljeet Singh, []
CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Cabinet has approved a new farmhouse policy for land parcels de-listed under the Punjab Land Preservation Act (PLPA) in the environmentally sensitive Kandi region of the lower Shivalik Hills, stretching from SAS Nagar to Pathankot. The move aims to regularise authorised structures and is expected to rescue numerous influential individuals, including politicians and senior bureaucrats, who own properties in these areas. The policy establishes a standardised and transparent framework for the regularisation of existing structures and for permitting new low-impact residential units on de-listed lands. It stipulates a minimum plot size of 4,000 square yards and imposes strict controls such as a low Floor Area Ratio (FAR), limited site coverage, and a restriction to ground-plus-one construction. To ensure environmental protection, the policy mandates robust safeguards, including plantation of indigenous species, use of sustainable building materials, rainwater harvesting, and solar energy systems. A committee headed by Secretary, Housing, Vikas Garg, was constituted on the directions of Chief Secretary KAP Sinha to frame guidelines for regularisation of authorised structures. The biggest beneficiaries are expected to be those who own land or have already constructed farmhouses in the periphery of Chandigarh. According to sources, the government was under pressure from a powerful lobby, as many VIPs had already built farmhouses on de-listed land and were facing demolition notices for violating housing norms. Forest department sources noted that the policy had faced hurdles due to the Periphery Act, the proposed Sukhna eco-sensitive zone, and Supreme Court guidelines governing land use in areas removed from PLPA protection. The Eco-Tourism Development Committee reportedly rejected around 90 regularisation applications, stating that the existing structures violated guidelines. Forest officials maintain that Supreme Court directions must be upheld to protect forest and wildlife norms. Other decisions The Cabinet also approved a policy, modelled on that of the Department of Industry and Commerce, for fragmentation or subdivision of industrial plots under the Housing and Urban Development Department. This aims to bring parity between the two departments. Subdivision of industrial plots into two or more units will be permitted, provided no sub-plot measures less than 500 square yards. Approval was also given to launch the Navi Dishaa scheme to address menstrual hygiene and provide free sanitary napkins to adolescent girls and vulnerable women. The initiative will emphasise awareness, education, behavioural change, and distribution of free sanitary napkins to women aged 1544, especially school dropouts, BPL households, slum dwellers, itinerant communities, and homeless women. The Cabinet further granted approval to summon the 10th (Special) Session of the 16th Punjab Vidhan Sabha at Anandpur Sahib on 24 November, as part of events commemorating the 350th martyrdom day of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur. The session will be held at Bhai Jaita Ji. In another significant decision, the Cabinet enhanced the retirement age for administrative posts filled through promotion from the Medical Teaching Faculty in the Department of Medical Education and Research (MER) from 62 to 65 years. The move aligns Punjab with Haryana, Chandigarh (UT), and Union Government institutions, and is expected to improve faculty retention and institutional stability amid expanding medical colleges. The government also approved the creation of a separate cadre for postings in the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB). Many Punjab quota posts have remained vacant, leading the Board to fill them with its own staff. The Cabinet has sanctioned 2,458 posts across various departments and approved relevant service rules. Additionally, approval has been granted to recruit 311 nurses in the Health and Family Welfare Department. This measure underscores the states commitment to strengthening public healthcare infrastructure. Recruitment of more than 400 additional nurses is under way, with all new staff expected to join by the first week of December. The government has already completed the recruitment of 800 doctors through a transparent process to meet rising healthcare demands. Over 175 specialist doctors have been appointed in key disciplines, including paediatrics, medicine, obstetrics and gynaecology, and surgery. Taken together, these efforts constitute one of Punjabs largest recent healthcare recruitment drives, aimed at ensuring timely, accessible, and high-quality health services for all.
Andre Russell, Glenn Maxwell Released: The 10 biggest shocks of IPL 2026 retentions
IPL 2026 sees major player shake-ups as Andre Russell and Glenn Maxwell are surprisingly released. KKR bids farewell to their iconic power-hitter Russell, while Punjab Kings moves on from the inconsistent Maxwell. These blockbuster exits, alongside others like Liam Livingstone and Wanindu Hasaranga, signal significant squad overhauls and promise a thrilling auction.
IPL 2026: Punjab Kings Back Their Indian Core As Maxwell Headlines Released List
Indian Premier League: Punjab Kings have taken a strategic, future-focused route as they finalised their list of retained and released players ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction, scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi on December 16. In a move that underlines stability and long-term planning, the franchise has retained a large Indian core while letting go of four overseas players, including star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell. Maxwell, who completed his third stint with Punjab last season, was among the five players released. Joining him on the exit list are Kuldeep Sen, Aaron Hardie, Josh Inglis, and Pravin Dubethree of whom saw little to no game time in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Kuldeep and Hardie did not feature in a single match last season, while Dube played only once, making their release unsurprising as the team looks to refresh its squad composition. Head coach Ricky Ponting emphasised the importance of maintaining a settled foundation while targeting specific upgrades. We had a great IPL season last year, and it happened because of every single player, Ponting said, thanking the released cricketers for their contributions. We will now be aggressively looking to secure high-quality overseas players in the auction, who perfectly plug the defined gaps in our middle-order power-hitting and all-rounder departments. This measured approach, centred on a settled core, is designed to build a deep, balanced squad capable of challenging for the IPL title. The retained list reflects this vision. Punjab have continued with a strong Indian lineup led by captain Shreyas Iyer and spearhead Arshdeep Singh, alongside promising youngsters like Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Musheer Khan, Harnoor Pannu, and Suryansh Shedge. The squad also boasts impactful all-rounders and overseas performers, including Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Azmatullah Omarzai, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mitchell Owen, and Lockie Ferguson, ensuring depth across departments. CEO Satish Menon echoed Pontings sentiment, stressing the importance of continuity. Our paramount goal was retaining the strong Indian core of our squad, which is absolutely essential for long-term consistency, he said. By securing key performers like captain Shreyas Iyer and spearhead Arshdeep Singh, we ensure stability in leadership. We will aim to execute a targeted strategy and focus on high-impact replacements. The retained list reflects this vision. Punjab have continued with a strong Indian lineup led by captain Shreyas Iyer and spearhead Arshdeep Singh, alongside promising youngsters like Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Musheer Khan, Harnoor Pannu, and Suryansh Shedge. The squad also boasts impactful all-rounders and overseas performers, including Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Azmatullah Omarzai, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mitchell Owen, and Lockie Ferguson, ensuring depth across departments. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Retained Players: Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer, Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Harpreet Brar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Musheer Khan, Pyala Avinash, Harnoor Pannu, Suryansh Shedge, Mitchell Owen, Xavier Bartlett, Lockie Ferguson, Vyshak Vijaykumar, Yash Thakur, Vishnu Vinod. Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: Livingstone, Ngidi, Mayank Agarwal Among Players Released By RCB
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru finalised their retained squad ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026 auction, having kept 17 players and released eight. Rajat Patidar, who led the team to their maiden victory in 18 editions of the tournament, will continue at the helm, while Virat Kohli, the former captain of the franchise, will continue for a record 19th season with the team. The franchise have retained their core players, with match-winners like Phil Salt, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd and Josh Hazlewood, among others, being the ones retained. The RCB's most significant snub was England all-rounder Liam Livingstone, who was released due to his underwhelming performance last year. Additionally, South Africa pacer Lungi Ngidi was also let go by the franchise. Overall, RCB released a total of eight players before the auction. Last year, RCB signed Livingstone for Rs 8.75 crore during the mega auction, but he scored only 112 runs in 10 matches. RCB tasted glory for the first time in 18 years as they lifted the coveted silverware in 2025. The Bengaluru-based franchise finished second in the points table after the league stage. They then achieved consecutive victories over Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1 and the final, held on May 29 and June 3, respectively, ending an 18-year wait for their inaugural IPL title. Virat Kohli was the top scorer for the Rajat Patidar-led squad in IPL 2025, while Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood recorded the most dismissals. Last year, RCB signed Livingstone for Rs 8.75 crore during the mega auction, but he scored only 112 runs in 10 matches. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Released: Liam Livingstone, Swastik Chikara, Mayank Agarwal, Tim Seifert, Manoj Bhandage, Lungi Ngidi, Blessing Muzarabani, Mohit Rathee Article Source: IANS
Punjab Kings have released Australian all-rounders Glenn Maxwell and Aaron Hardie, along with wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis, ahead of the IPL mini-auction. Indian domestic players Kuldeep Sen and Vishnu Vinod were also let go by the franchise. Maxwell had a disappointing season, while Hardie didn't play any matches. Inglis made his debut and had a decent outing in 11 appearances.
PBKS IPL Retentions: List Of Retained And Released Players, Purse Remaining
Despite a superb performance last season, last year's runners-up Punjab Kings have made some tough calls in the build-up to the new season.
