Punjab Desk

The Vice-Chancellor of a private university in Ludhiana has been removed from his post following allegations of misbehaviour with a group of Kashmiri students. The university administration confirmed the development, stating that an internal inquiry has been initiated to investigate the matter. Allegations Surface According to sources, the controversy arose after several students from Jammu and Kashmir accused the V-C of inappropriate conduct and verbal misconduct during an i

Gandhinagar:  The Gujarat government has proposed amendments to its marriage registration rules, stating that certain provisions of the current framework have been misused. The proposed changes aim to strengthen verification procedures and enhance transparency in the registration process. According to officials, the revised rules will require applicants to provide additional personal details, including the names, residential addresses, Aadhaar numbers, and contact information

Two police personnel were found dead under mysterious circumstances at a border outpost in the Adhian area of Gurdaspur district on Tuesday, officials said. The incident has sent shockwaves through the local police force and prompted a detailed investigation. According to police authorities, the deceased have been identified as Gurnam Singh and Ashok Kumar. Both were posted at a police outpost in Adhian, a border area considered sensitive due to its proximity to the internati

The Punjab government has announced a new welfare initiative titled ‘Meri Rasoi Yojna’ , under which 40 lakh families will receive free quarterly food kits beginning in April. The announcement was made by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann , who described the scheme as a major step toward strengthening food security for economically weaker sections. Addressing media persons, the Chief Minister said the quarterly kits would be distributed in addition to the wheat already provided to

Chandigarh —  In a sharp and public rebuke, former Punjab MLA Navjot Kaur Sidhu  launched a scathing attack on senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi  shortly after announcing her resignation from the Indian National Congress . Her remarks have stirred fresh political debate within party circles and beyond. 🔥 “You Don’t Deserve That Chair” Speaking to reporters after stepping down from the party, Ms. Sidhu did not hold back. “You don’t deserve that chair,” she said, referring t

Faridkot, Punjab —  In a major anti-narcotics breakthrough, police in Faridkot have busted an alleged Pakistan-backed heroin trafficking network following a two-month-long intelligence operation conducted from inside a jail, officials said. According to the Director General of Police (DGP), the operation led to the arrest of six accused , including one serving Army personnel and one dismissed police official , and the recovery of a significant quantity of narcotics and other

New Delhi:  A video showing the groom’s family showering the bride with bundles of cash during a lavish wedding ceremony has gone viral on social media, triggering a heated debate among users. The clip, which surfaced on platforms including Instagram and X, captures family members of the groom standing on stage and showering the bride with what appears to be several lakhs of rupees in cash. The bride, dressed in traditional wedding attire, is seen smiling as relatives place s

Tarn Taran (Punjab):  In a shocking incident, a sarpanch associated with the Aam Aadmi Party  was shot dead during a wedding function in Punjab’s Tarn Taran  district, triggering panic at the venue and raising concerns over law and order in the region. According to police officials, the incident occurred late in the evening when the sarpanch was attending a marriage ceremony along with family members and supporters. Eyewitnesses said unidentified assailants opened fire at clo

Chandigarh:  In a remarkable display of perseverance and academic excellence, Diksha Makkar, a research scholar at Panjab University , has secured All India Rank (AIR) 1 in the UGC-NET , achieving a perfect 100 percentile score. Diksha cleared the prestigious national eligibility test on her fifth attempt, turning years of hard work and determination into a historic achievement. 🎓 Academic Journey Diksha completed her BA (Honours) from PG Government College for Girls, where

Ludhiana:  In Nathowal — once proudly known as “faujian da pind” (the village of soldiers) — a quiet but significant shift is underway. For generations, families in this village in Ludhiana district have sent their sons into the armed forces, carrying forward a strong regimental tradition. Today, however, fewer young men are choosing the olive green uniform. Residents say the change reflects deeper anxieties and evolving aspirations among Punjab’s youth. Agnipath Scheme Spark

Chandigarh: Panic briefly gripped the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Office building in Sector 17 on Thursday after a refrigerator inside the premises suddenly caught fire, officials said. The incident occurred at the DC Office complex in Chandigarh during working hours, causing concern among staff and visitors present in the building at the time. According to preliminary information, the fire is suspected to have been triggered by a short circuit in the refrigerator. Swift Respon

Bathinda: In a chilling case that has shocked the region, police in Bathinda have arrested a man accused of murdering a woman and stuffing her body inside a suitcase in an attempt to dispose of it. The accused allegedly went on to tattoo the victim’s face on his chest after committing the crime. According to investigators, the accused murdered the woman at his residence using a sharp-edged weapon following a heated altercation. Police sources said the crime appeared to be pr

Chandigarh: In a remarkable example of compassion and community support, more than 1,700 mothers have donated surplus breast milk to the Human Milk Bank at Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) over the past four years, helping save the lives of nearly 1,600 newborns admitted to its neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Doctors at PGIMER say the initiative has become a crucial lifeline for premature and critically ill babies whose mothers are unabl

Chandigarh:  Authorities have launched an investigation after a railway track was found damaged near Khanpur village in Punjab, with police probing the possibility of an explosion behind the incident. According to officials, the damaged track was discovered late Friday night near Khanpur village, located about 4–5 kilometres from Sirhind railway station. Railway staff noticed irregularities on the line during routine monitoring, following which train movement on the affected

In a shocking incident, a first-year law student of a private college in Punjab’s Tarn Taran district allegedly shot and killed a female classmate during class before turning the gun on himself on Monday (February 9, 2026), police said. The incident has raised serious concerns over campus security and access to firearms within educational institutions. Incident Inside Classroom According to preliminary information, the accused student opened fire on his female classmate while

The Chandigarh Police have arrested a 58-year-old woman  with a history of multiple cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act  after recovering 14.71 grams of heroin  from her possession in the Maloya area  of the city, officials said on Friday. The accused, identified as Banno , a resident of the DMC area in Chandigarh , was apprehended by a police team from Maloya police station  led by Station House Officer Inspector Jasbir Singh . Acting on spe

Political speculation is rife in Punjab over whether former Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu and his wife, ex-MLA Navjot Kaur Sidhu, are exploring political options outside the Congress, with growing buzz about a possible tilt towards the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The conjecture intensified after Navjot Kaur Sidhu, who represented Amritsar East in the Punjab Assembly, launched a sharp public attack on the Congress leadership, particularly Rahul Gandhi. Her comments came

Chandigarh :Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria  will launch an intensive anti-drug awareness campaign  across Punjab’s border districts  starting February 9 , with a special focus on regions adjoining the international border with Pakistan . The campaign aims to sensitise people about the growing menace of drug abuse and encourage collective action against narcotics trafficking and addiction. As part of the initiative, the Governor will undertake a four-day awareness foot ma

Jalandhar: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Satwinderpal Singh, also known as Lucky Oberoi , was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Punjab’s Jalandhar district on Friday, triggering sharp political reactions and renewed criticism of the state government over the deteriorating law and order situation. According to the police, the attack took place in the Model Town area , outside a gurdwara , where Satwinderpal Singh had arrived in his SUV. Two unidentified assailants, report

Chandigarh: MBBS students studying in government and government-aided medical colleges in Haryana have expressed serious concerns over the state government’s “Service Incentive Bond” policy , seeking greater clarity on its provisions before agreeing to its terms. The policy, aimed at encouraging newly qualified doctors to serve in government healthcare facilities, has left many students uncertain about their future obligations and career choices. The Service Incentive Bond po