Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched a fierce attack on the AAP government in Punjab over law and order and several other issues, dubbing the ruling dispensation as a “Kattar Beiman” which neither has clean intentions, nor honesty.


PM Modi attacks AAP govt, targets Punjab's law & order

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to kick off the BJP's campaign in poll-bound Punjab with a high-profile visit on July 17, aimed at energising party workers and outlining the NDA's vision ahead of the state elections. The visit comes as political activity intensifies, with major parties stepping up outreach and election preparations across Punjab.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the poll-bound state of Punjab

Leaders from the Aam Aadmi Party and opposition parties have met the Akal Takht amid growing scrutiny of Punjab's amended sacrilege law. The development has sparked debate over religious sensitivities, legal provisions and political accountability in the state.

Sikh Lawmakers Meet Akal Takht, Amended Sacrilege Act Under Scrutiny

A sprinter from Punjab has shattered the national record with a stunning performance, marking a major milestone in Indian athletics. The athlete’s breakthrough run has drawn widespread attention and praise, highlighting rising talent in the country’s track and field circuit.


Punjab Sprinter Shatters National Record 

#Gravitas The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday moved in to secure forensic evidence and gather key inputs from the twin blast sites in Jalandhar and Amritsar, with teams rushing to assist the Punjab Police in piecing together the sequence behind the back-to-back explosions.
Sources said NIA teams are en route and will work alongside state agencies as investigators examine CCTV footage, debris, and forensic samples to establish what triggered the blasts that have raised fresh security concerns in the border state.

Punjab Twin Blasts: Explosions in Amritsar & Jalandhar; NIA Steps in to Probe Threats

Panic gripped Jalandhar after a high-intensity blast occurred outside the BSF headquarters near BSF Chowk, involving a scooter explosion. The sudden blast triggered chaos in the area as flames engulfed the vehicle and nearby residents rushed to safety. Police and fire brigade teams swiftly reached the spot and brought the situation under control. 

Punjab Scooter Blast: High Impact Blast Outside BSF HQ in Jalandhar Triggers Panic

Punjab’s special Assembly session ended in high political drama after opposition leaders accused Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann of attending proceedings in an “inebriated” state, triggering massive protests inside the House. Congress and SAD legislators staged a walkout as heated exchanges disrupted the May Day session. The controversy has intensified political tensions in Punjab, with the ruling AAP and opposition parties trading sharp accusations over decorum and governance.


India: Opposition Accuses Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Of Being "Inebriated"

Rajasthan pulled off one of the most thrilling chases of IPL 2026, hunting down Punjab’s massive 222-run target with four balls to spare. While Marcus Stoinis smashed an unbeaten 72 off just 22 balls to power Punjab to 222/4, the night belonged to 15-year-old sensation Sooryavanshi, who delivered another fearless knock and grabbed the Orange Cap. Ferreira’s explosive support turned the chase into a spectacle as the 2008 champions stunned the table toppers in a high-scoring IPL classic.


IPL 2026: 15-Year-Old Sooryavanshi Stuns IPL As Rajasthan Chase Down 223 Against Punjab 

India is celebrating Baisakhi, the vibrant harvest festival that also marks the Sikh New Year. From holy dips in Haridwar to mass gatherings at the Golden Temple and Anandpur Sahib, devotees offered prayers and participated in celebrations full of color, culture, and gratitude.

Amritsar Fields Turn Golden | Seasonal Shift Transforms Punjab Landscapes

Russia has lifted its ban on importing potatoes from Pakistan, allowing shipments from Punjab to enter the Russian Federation, effective April 8.

The government raised the issue of the ban with the Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance (Rosselkhoznadzor) in February, submitting pest status records and laboratory diagnostic reports confirming the absence of the identified pests and pathogens in the potato crop.

Russia Lifts Ban on Pakistani Potatoes

Prince Raj shot the victim, Sandeep Kaur, fatally in the head and then turned the gun on himself. They were first-year law students and about 19-20 years old. Tarn Taran SSP Surinder Lamba said the pistol used in the crime has been recovered. Police will probe how Prince procured the firearm.

First-year law student kills girl in class, shoots self in Punjab’s Tarn Taran

Parents of gangster Goldy Brar have been arrested in Punjab as part of a wider crackdown on organised crime in the state. The action comes amid intensified police operations targeting gang networks, their financial links and support systems, as authorities step up efforts to dismantle criminal syndicates operating across Punjab and beyond.


India: Action part of wider crackdown against gangsters in Punjab 

Parents of gangster Goldy Brar have been arrested in Punjab as part of a wider crackdown on organised crime in the state. The action comes amid intensified police operations targeting gang networks, their financial links and support systems, as authorities step up efforts to dismantle criminal syndicates operating across Punjab and beyond.

India: Gangster Goldy Brar’s Parents Arrested In Punjab Crackdown | WION

An Indian Sikh woman, Sarabjeet Kaur, who went missing during a visit to Pakistan on the occasion of Guru Nanak Dev's Prakash Parv, has reportedly converted to Islam and married a man in Pakistan.

India: Punjab's Sarabjit Kaur Goes Missing During Religious Visit To Pakistan

Punjab Police have arrested an active member of the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang in a major crackdown on organized crime. The accused is believed to be involved in multiple criminal activities, including extortion and arms supply. Authorities say the arrest is part of an ongoing operation to dismantle the gang’s network across the state.

Punjab: Active Member of Jaggu Bhagwanpuria Gang Arrested 

Punjab Police have busted a cross-border weapons-smuggling network, seizing illegal arms and apprehending key suspects. The operation highlights the state’s proactive efforts to curb illegal arms trafficking and strengthen border security.

BREAKING: Punjab Police Bust Cross Border Weapons-Smuggling Network 

The Punjab government of Pakistan announced a new campus of London's Imperial College campus in Lahore. However, the UK university quickly denied the claim, saying it had "no such plans". The fake claim by the Maryam Nawaz-led provincial government, which she herself amplified, sparked criticism from an alumnus of the Imperial College, who slammed the government.


Pakistan: Imperial College rejects Punjab govt's Lahore campus claims

Former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa and his wife Razia Sultan have been booked in connection with the death of their son. A formal FIR has been registered as authorities begin investigating the circumstances surrounding the case.

Punjab Murder Case: Ex-Punjab DGP & Wife Booked in Son’s Death Case | WION 

Aqeel Akhtar (35), son of former Punjab Director General of Police Mohammad Mustafa and former state minister Razia Sultana, was found dead at his residence in Panchkula on Thursday evening.

Ex-Punjab DGP, Wife Booked, Police Suspect Foul Play

Aqeel Akhtar (35), son of former Punjab Director General of Police Mohammad Mustafa and former state minister Razia Sultana, was found dead at his residence in Panchkula on Thursday evening.


India: Former Punjab DGP's son found dead at Panchkula home

Nikhil Chaudhary took five wickets for Tasmania Tigers on his first-class debut in the Sheffield Shield. Chaudhary got stranded in Australia during Covid and then started playing cricket in Brisbane, he now becomes the second Indian-born player to play Australian first-class cricket.

Delhi-Born Nikhil Chaudhary Makes Debut in Australian First-Class Cricket 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted an aerial survey of flood-hit states to assess the damage. He announced ₹1,500 crore in central aid to support relief and rehabilitation efforts.


PM Modi Visits Flood-Hit Punjab, Interacts With Victims, Announces 1,500 Crore Aid

North India is witnessing its second-wettest monsoon in 50 years, triggering widespread floods and deadly landslides across several states.

India's deadly floods: Himachal, Punjab worst-hit regions | Heavy rains continue

Monsoon mayhem has unleashed utter devastation across Punjab! Over 1200 villages have been flooded, homes destroyed, and thousands displaced as relentless rains trigger catastrophic flooding. At least 43 people have died and more than 354,000 have been affected by heavy rains and floods in the northern Indian state of Punjab. The Floods have hit all 23 districts and have submerged swathes of agricultural land, threatening to devastate India's rich harvest belt.


Himachal Pradesh records 366 deaths, roads & highways blocked 

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