# punjab news (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover punjab news. Page: Feed: --- ## [PM Modi speaks to Nepal counterpart Balen Shah, offers humanitarian assistance after flash floods](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/pm-modi-speaks-to-nepal-counterpart-balen-shah-offers-humanitarian-assistance-after-flash-floods/) _2026-08-26 · admin · punjabenews_ New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with his Nepalese counterpart Balen Shah over the phone and expressed grief over the loss of lives caused by the sudden floods in Nepal. During the conversation, Modi offered Nepal all possible humanitarian and relief assistance from India. Initial reports suggest that around 105 Indian tourists are missing \[…\] The post PM Modi speaks to Nepal… ## [CM Mann’s event in Goindwal Sahib cancelled after helicopter develops technical snag](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/cm-manns-event-in-goindwal-sahib-cancelled-after-helicopter-develops-technical-snag/) _2026-08-26 · admin · punjabenews_ Goindwal Sahib: A state-level event organised at Goindwal Sahib to honour women under the ‘Mavan Dhiyaan Satikar Yojana’ and recognise the Sakhis implementing the scheme had to be cancelled after Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann could not attend. The event had been scheduled to honour women and the Sakhis associated with implementing the scheme. A \[…\] The post CM Mann’s event in Goindwal Sahib… ## [Onion prices: Centre to sell buffer-stock onions at ₹35/kg in Delhi](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/onion-prices-centre-to-sell-buffer-stock-onions-at-%e2%82%b935-kg-in-delhi/) _2026-08-26 · admin · punjabenews_ New Delhi: Amid rising onion prices across the country, the Centre has decided to sell onions from its 2026 buffer stock at a subsidised rate of ₹35 per kg in Delhi from Thursday. Retail onion prices in several cities have reportedly climbed to ₹55–60 per kg. A senior official of the Ministry of Consumer Affairs \[…\] The post Onion prices: Centre to sell buffer-stock onions at ₹35/kg in Delhi… ## [Nepal flash flood: 384 tourists reported missing, including 105 Indians](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/nepal-flash-flood-384-tourists-reported-missing-including-105-indians/) _2026-08-26 · admin · punjabenews_ Kathmandu: A severe flash flood in the Bhotekoshi River in Nepal’s Rasuwa district on Wednesday morning has left the situation critical, with around 384 tourists reported missing, according to an initial list released by the Nepal Tourism Board. The list includes 291 foreign nationals and 93 Nepali citizens. Among the missing foreign tourists, 105 are \[…\] The post Nepal flash flood: 384 tourists… ## [Punjab government employees, pensioners to go on statewide strike tomorrow](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/punjab-government-employees-pensioners-to-go-on-statewide-strike-tomorrow/) _2026-08-26 · admin · punjabenews_ Chandigarh: Punjab government employees and pensioners, responding to a call by the Sanjha Mulazam Manch, will observe a statewide strike tomorrow, with employees planning to take mass casual leave. The move is expected to significantly disrupt routine work across government departments. Employees are demanding the release of pending DA instalments and other long-pending service benefits. \[…\] The… ## [GIVA withdraws Raksha Bandhan ad featuring Kriti Sanon after the controversy](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/giva-withdraws-raksha-bandhan-ad-featuring-kriti-sanon-after-the-controversy/) _2026-08-26 · admin · punjabenews_ Mumbai: Jewellery brand GIVA has withdrawn its Raksha Bandhan advertisement featuring actress Kriti Sanon following criticism over the ad’s portrayal of the festival. In a statement, GIVA said it has “the highest regard and deep respect for Indian culture, traditions and festivals” and that the brand had intended to celebrate Raksha Bandhan by extending the \[…\] The post GIVA withdraws Raksha… ## [AAP MP Malvinder Kang calls GMADA a ‘hub of corruption’, targets own Punjab government](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/aap-mp-malvinder-kang-calls-gmada-a-hub-of-corruption-targets-own-punjab-government/) _2026-08-26 · admin · punjabenews_ Mohali: Aam Aadmi Party MP from Anandpur Sahib Malvinder Singh Kang has accused the Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) of becoming a “hub of corruption”, putting his own party’s Punjab government under pressure over alleged selective demolition of shops in Saini Majra village. Reacting to the demolition carried out by GMADA officials, Kang said \[…\] The post AAP MP Malvinder Kang… ## [New Zealand updates skilled migrant residence rules; changes take effect from August 24](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/new-zealand-updates-skilled-migrant-residence-rules-changes-take-effect-from-august-24/) _2026-08-26 · admin · punjabenews_ Auckland: Immigration New Zealand has released the final operational details for changes to the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa and related Work to Residence pathways, with the revised rules taking effect from August 24. The changes are particularly relevant to skilled workers employed in areas such as trades, technician roles, dairy, construction and manufacturing. Simplified \[…\] The post… ## [CIA director John Ratcliffe reportedly arrives in Moscow on unannounced visit](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/cia-director-john-ratcliffe-reportedly-arrives-in-moscow-on-unannounced-visit/) _2026-08-25 · admin · punjabenews_ Moscow: CIA Director John Ratcliffe has reportedly arrived in Moscow aboard a US Air Force C-17 Globemaster III military transport aircraft and is holding meetings with senior Russian officials, according to US media reports. This is reportedly Ratcliffe’s first visit to Russia since becoming CIA director. The trip had not been publicly announced in advance, \[…\] The post CIA director John… ## [CM Bhagwant Singh Mann Approves Over 120% Salary Hike for Adarsh School Teachers](https://punjabenews.com/education-news/cm-bhagwant-singh-mann-approves-over-120-salary-hike-for-adarsh-school-teachers/) _2026-08-25 · admin · punjabenews_ Punjab E News (PEN News): The Bhagwant Mann Government has delivered a major boost to the dignity and financial security of teachers serving in Adarsh Schools, with Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann approving a hike of over 120% in their salaries. The decision will benefit around 1,100 teachers, taking their monthly pay from around ₹10,000 to \[…\] The post CM Bhagwant Singh Mann Approves Over 120%… ## [Meet Claude, the AI assistant (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/HOm2LXuQZQZk) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Conversational AI to answer questions, brainstorm ideas, and help with tasks. ## [Iran links Strait of Hormuz reopening to US commitments; rejects Trump’s territorial claim](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/iran-links-strait-of-hormuz-reopening-to-us-commitments-rejects-trumps-territorial-claim/) _2026-08-23 · admin · punjabenews_ Tehran: Iran has said the Strait of Hormuz will be reopened only after the United States changes its approach and fulfils commitments it has made. Mohsen Rezaei, chief of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, accused Washington of deceiving Tehran during negotiations. Rezaei said the US must first fulfil its responsibilities before Iran considers reopening the \[…\] The post Iran links Strait of… ## [Deepender Hooda clarifies Sajjan Kumar remarks, says ‘1984 riots were a grave injustice’](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/deepender-hooda-clarifies-sajjan-kumar-remarks-says-1984-riots-were-a-grave-injustice/) _2026-08-23 · admin · punjabenews_ Chandigarh: Congress MP from Rohtak, Deepender Singh Hooda, has clarified his remarks about former Congress leader Sajjan Kumar following criticism over an alleged reference to Kumar as a “role model”. In a statement shared on social media, Hooda said he had never described Sajjan Kumar as a role model and alleged that words were being \[…\] The post Deepender Hooda clarifies Sajjan Kumar remarks,… ## [PM Modi meets space startup CEOs, calls for making India a global space talent hub](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/pm-modi-meets-space-startup-ceos-calls-for-making-india-a-global-space-talent-hub/) _2026-08-23 · admin · punjabenews_ New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday met chief executive officers of leading Indian space startups on the occasion of National Space Day, praising young entrepreneurs for their innovation and enthusiasm. During the interaction, Modi encouraged space startups to focus on applications that can make everyday life easier for ordinary citizens and stressed the \[…\] The post PM Modi meets… ## [Punjab Congress leaders distance themselves from Hooda’s remarks on Sajjan Kumar](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/punjab-congress-leaders-distance-themselves-from-hoodas-remarks-on-sajjan-kumar/) _2026-08-23 · admin · punjabenews_ Chandigarh: Senior Punjab Congress leaders have distanced themselves from remarks attributed to Haryana MP Deepender Singh Hooda following the death of former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar, who was serving a life sentence in a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case. Jalandhar MP and former Punjab chief minister Charanjit Singh Channi strongly criticised the remarks in a post \[…\] The post Punjab Congress leaders… ## [Rahul Gandhi engages with women, students at ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ event in Pune](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/rahul-gandhi-engages-with-women-students-at-chhatron-ki-goonj-event-in-pune/) _2026-08-23 · admin · punjabenews_ Pune: Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi interacted with women and students at the ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ programme in Pune on Saturday, where discussions focused on women’s rights, harassment and challenges faced by students. During the event, Bhojpuri singer Neha Singh Rathore, known for her satirical songs, spoke about the abuse and \[…\] The post Rahul Gandhi engages with women,… ## [SGPC YouTube broadcast row: GTC alleges deliberate blackouts, seeks explanation](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/sgpc-youtube-broadcast-row-gtc-alleges-deliberate-blackouts-seeks-explanation/) _2026-08-23 · admin · punjabenews_ Amritsar: A fresh controversy has erupted over the live broadcast of Gurbani Kirtan from Sachkhand Sri Darbar Sahib, Amritsar, with the GTC Network alleging deliberate interruptions in the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee’s (SGPC) official YouTube stream. GTC Network Managing Director Rabinder Narayan has alleged that the SGPC’s YouTube broadcast has repeatedly shown black screens and \[…\]… ## [Video Shared by Harsimrat Kaur Badal and Bikram Majithia on Social Media Is Misleading Propaganda: Minister Harbhajan ETO](https://punjabenews.com/punjab-news/video-shared-by-harsimrat-kaur-badal-and-bikram-majithia-on-social-media-is-misleading-propaganda-minister-harbhajan-eto/) _2026-08-23 · admin · punjabenews_ Says Akali Dal Trying to Defame Ongoing Construction Work by Politicising It Punjab E News (PEN News): Punjab Public Works Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO has strongly hit out at the post and video shared on social media by Akali leaders Harsimrat Kaur Badal and Bikram Singh Majithia regarding the link road from village Kotfatta to \[…\] The post Video Shared by Harsimrat Kaur Badal and Bikram Majithia… ## [Opposition Has No Answer To Historic Work Done By Bhagwant Mann Govt In 4.5 Years, So It Is Resorting To Mudslinging: Baltej Pannu](https://punjabenews.com/punjab-news/opposition-has-no-answer-to-historic-work-done-by-bhagwant-mann-govt-in-4-5-years-so-it-is-resorting-to-mudslinging-baltej-pannu/) _2026-08-23 · admin · punjabenews_ People Of Punjab Can See & Experience Work Of Bhagwant Mann Govt, Opposition’s Allegations Cannot Change Reality: Baltej Pannu Punjab E News (PEN News): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab Media In-Charge Baltej Pannu on Saturday said the opposition parties had no answer to the unprecedented work done by the Bhagwant Mann government over the past \[…\] The post Opposition Has No Answer To Historic Work… ## [Allegations Against Dr. Gurpreet Kaur Mann by Congress MLA Khaira’s Brother-in-Law Ranjit Singh Baseless & Politically Motivated: AAP](https://punjabenews.com/political-news/aap-alleges-ranjit-singh-claims-against-dr-gurpreet-kaur-mann-baseless-politically-motivated/) _2026-08-23 · admin · punjabenews_ Dr. Gurpreet Kaur Sends Legal Notice to Ranjit Singh Over False Allegations, Demands Apology Within 24 Hours Punjab E News (PEN News): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Moga MLA Amandeep Kaur launched a sharp attack on the opposition parties over the baseless allegations being levelled against Dr. Gurpreet Kaur Mann, wife of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh \[…\] The post Allegations Against Dr. Gurpreet Kaur Mann… ## [650th Prakash Purab of Sri Guru Ravidas Ji will be celebrated in an unprecedented manner: Cabinet Minister Dr. Ravjot Singh](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/650th-prakash-purab-of-sri-guru-ravidas-ji-will-be-celebrated-in-an-unprecedented-manner-cabinet-minister-dr-ravjot-singh/) _2026-08-23 · admin · punjabenews_ Special seminar held at Sant Baba Bhag Singh University on the topic ‘The Bani of Sri Guru Ravidas Maharaj Ji and Social Equality’ Jalandhar (PEN News): As part of the series of events being organized by the Punjab Government dedicated to the 650th Prakash Purab of Sri Guru Ravidas Maharaj Ji, a special seminar on \[…\] The post 650th Prakash Purab of Sri Guru Ravidas Ji will be celebrated in an… ## [Ultra-Quiet Business Mini (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/dO4kZI4ARJEO) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Compact business mini, ultra-quiet for focused work. ## [AAP Continues to Grow Stronger on the Back of Its People-Centric Policies](https://punjabenews.com/political-news/aap-stronger-malerkotla-dr-gulzar-mohammad-independent-councillors-join-party/) _2026-08-22 · admin · punjabenews_ Dr Gulzar Mohammad and Three Independent Municipal Councillors from Malerkotla Join Party Chandigarh (PEN News): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab continues to strengthen its presence, with its people-centric policies attracting leaders and elected representatives from across the state. On Saturday, Dr Gulzar Mohammad from Malerkotla and three independent municipal councillors joined the Aam Aadmi… ## [AAP MLA Kuldeep Dhaliwal Strongly Condemns Congress MP Deepender Hooda’s Statement Calling Sajjan Kumar His Role Model](https://punjabenews.com/political-news/kuldeep-dhaliwal-deepender-hooda-sajjan-kumar-role-model-1984-anti-sikh/) _2026-08-22 · admin · punjabenews_ Congress Must Clarify Whether Considering a Person Linked to the 1984 Anti-Sikh Massacre as a Role Model Is the Party’s Official Position: Dhaliwal Amritsar/Chandigarh (PEN Newws): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab senior leader and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal strongly condemned Congress MP Deepender Singh Hooda’s statement calling Sajjan Kumar his role model. He said that the \[…\] The post AAP MLA… ## [Sukhbir Badal Trying to Flee Punjab to Escape Accountability for 2015 Beadbi & Firing Incidents; Handing Akali Dal’s Reins to Harsimrat, Majithia: Baltej Pannu](https://punjabenews.com/political-news/sukhbir-badal-akali-bjp-alliance-2015-beadbi-firing-baltej-pannu/) _2026-08-22 · admin · punjabenews_ Akali-BJP Alliance Talk Deliberately Created To Give Sukhbir Badal Political Escape Route: Baltej Pannu Punjab E News (PEN News): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab on Saturday launched a sharp attack on the Akali Dal (Badal) over the ongoing speculation about a possible alliance with the BJP, saying that the noise around the alliance was being \[…\] The post Sukhbir Badal Trying to Flee Punjab to… ## [Achievers Group files nominations for Gymkhana Club elections; candidates get members’ support](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/achievers-group-files-nominations-jullundur-gymkhana-club-elections/) _2026-08-22 · admin · punjabenews_ Punjab E News: The Achievers Group formally filed nominations for the upcoming Jullundur Gymkhana Club elections on Saturday, with all four candidates and the group’s executive members present at the club. The nomination process was attended by members of the media, while genuine interest and excitement around the upcoming elections were visible among Gymkhana members. \[…\] The post Achievers Group… ## [Deepender Hooda calls Sajjan Kumar a ‘role model’; BJP, SAD attack Congress](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/deepender-hooda-calls-sajjan-kumar-a-role-model-bjp-sad-attack-congress/) _2026-08-21 · admin · punjabenews_ Chandigarh: Congress MP Deepender Singh Hooda has drawn criticism from the BJP and Shiromani Akali Dal after allegedly describing former Congress leader Sajjan Kumar as a “role model” for the country following his death. Kumar, who was serving a life sentence in connection with the 1984 anti-Sikh riots cases, died on Thursday. Hooda’s reported remarks \[…\] The post Deepender Hooda calls Sajjan… ## [Majithia says Punjab wants SAD-BJP alliance to return](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/majithia-says-punjab-wants-sad-bjp-alliance-to-return/) _2026-08-21 · admin · punjabenews_ Chandigarh: Senior Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majithia has said that people in Punjab want the SAD and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to come together again. Majithia said the final decision on any alliance would be taken by the top leadership of both parties after discussions. He added that the situation would become \[…\] The post Majithia says Punjab wants SAD-BJP alliance to… ## [Punjab bandh sees mixed impact; protests reported in several cities](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/punjab-bandh-sees-mixed-impact-protests-reported-in-several-cities/) _2026-08-21 · admin · punjabenews_ Chandigarh: The Punjab bandh called by the Kaumi Insaf Morcha from 7 am to 2 pm on Friday saw a mixed response across the state, with buses and private schools remaining shut in several areas. Train services, however, were largely unaffected. The Kharar-Chandigarh highway was blocked during the bandh, leading to arguments between commuters heading \[…\] The post Punjab bandh sees mixed impact;… ## [Rahul Gandhi reaches police station with injured student, stages protest over alleged pellet-gun injury](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/rahul-gandhi-reaches-police-station-with-injured-student-stages-protest-over-alleged-pellet-gun-injury/) _2026-08-21 · admin · punjabenews_ New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday reached Parliament Street police station with 19-year-old student Sahil Lochab, who was allegedly injured by a pellet gun during a protest at Jantar Mantar, and demanded registration of an FIR. When police did not register the case, Gandhi sat in protest outside the police station. Gandhi had \[…\] The post Rahul Gandhi reaches police station with… ## [Punjab News: श्री मुक्तसर साहिब में एक घर से पुरुष-महिला के शव मिलने से मचा हड़कंप, जांच में जुटी पुलिस](https://www.khabarfast.com/punjab-sri-muktsar-sahib-sensation-prevails-in-after-bodies-of-man-and-woman-are-found-in-house) _2026-08-21 · Khabarfast · Khabarfast_ Punjab News: पंजाब के श्री मुक्तसर साहिब के कच्चा ठंडे वाला रोड पर स्थित दशमेश नगर स्ट्रीट नंबर 4 के एक घर में दो शव मिलने से हड़कंप मच गया। घर के अंदर एक कमरे में एक पुरुष और एक महिला के शव मिले है। घटना की सूचना मिलते ही पुलिस की टीम मौके पर पहुंची और शव को पोस्टमार्टम के लिए भेज दिया। साथ ही इस घटना की जांच में जुट गई। ## [Zirakpur builder’s office targeted in firing; two armed men flee on bike](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/zirakpur-builders-office-targeted-in-firing-two-armed-men-flee-on-bike/) _2026-08-21 · admin · punjabenews_ Mohali: Two armed men allegedly opened fire at a builder’s office in Zirakpur on Friday morning, triggering panic in the area. According to the information available, the attackers arrived at the project gate on a motorcycle and fired three rounds. One of the men got off the motorcycle and opened fire before the two fled \[…\] The post Zirakpur builder’s office targeted in firing; two armed men flee… ## [Non-Custodial Crypto Gateway (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/cGOSj23vNnUI) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto, automated fee handling, and trustless escrow with real-time settlement. ## [Punjab bandh sees mixed response amid tight security; markets remain shut in several districts](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/punjab-bandh-sees-mixed-response-amid-tight-security-markets-remain-shut-in-several-districts/) _2026-08-21 · admin · punjabenews_ Chandigarh: Security was tightened across Punjab on Friday in view of the Punjab bandh call given by the Kaumi Insaf Morcha over the release of Sikh prisoners and other demands. Police deployment was increased in sensitive areas, while Chandigarh also stepped up surveillance along its borders with Punjab. The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) kept \[…\] The post Punjab bandh sees mixed… ## [Grenade attack on border village home leaves three injured, including two women](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/grenade-attack-on-border-village-home-leaves-three-injured-including-two-women/) _2026-08-21 · admin · punjabenews_ Gurdaspur: Three people, including two women, were injured after two unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants allegedly hurled two grenades at a house in border village Jatta on Thursday night. According to preliminary information, the attackers targeted the house of Nirmal Singh, a former Army personnel, at around 8:45 pm. The first grenade reportedly hit a Swift car \[…\] The post Grenade attack… ## [Punjab Bandh Today: पंजाब बंद से थमी रफ्तार, जालंधर में धरना-प्रदर्शन; कई स्कूल-कॉलेज रहे बंद](https://www.khabarfast.com/punjab-bandh-today-punjab-bandh-slows-down-protest-in-jalandhar) _2026-08-21 · Khabarfast · Khabarfast_ Punjab Bandh Today: पंजाब में आज 'कौमी इंसाफ मोर्चा' की तरफ से सिख कैदियों की रिहाई की मांग को लेकर प्रदेश भर में सुबह 7 बजे से दोपहर 2 बजे तक 'बंद' (शटडाउन) का आह्वान किया है। इस बंद के आह्वान को देखते हुए चंडीगढ़-मोहाली (पंजाब) बॉर्डर पर सुरक्षा बढ़ा दी गई है। इस बंद का समर्थन कई सिख संगठनों ने किया है। ## [Punjab government faces contempt petition over alleged non-payment of pending DA, DR arrears](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/punjab-government-faces-contempt-petition-over-alleged-non-payment-of-pending-da-dr-arrears/) _2026-08-20 · admin · punjabenews_ Chandigarh: A contempt petition has been filed before the Punjab and Haryana High Court against the Punjab government, alleging deliberate non-compliance with the court’s directions to release all pending instalments of Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) to employees and pensioners. The petition has been filed by retired employees under Article 215 of the \[…\] The post Punjab… ## [Wholesale Chemists’ Organisation Backs Achievers Group Ahead of Jalandhar Gymkhana Club Elections](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/wholesale-chemists-organisation-backs-achievers-group-jalandhar-gymkhana-elections/) _2026-08-20 · admin · punjabenews_ President Rishu Verma Expresses Support as Around 40 Gymkhana Club Members Attend Meeting Punjab E News (PEN News): The Wholesale Chemists’ Organisation, under the leadership of President Rishu Verma, organised a meeting attended by members of the organisation as well as members associated with the Jalandhar Gymkhana Club. Around 40 Gymkhana Club members participated in \[…\] The post Wholesale… ## [Excise department official assaulted inside office in Ludhiana; accused arrested](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/excise-department-official-assaulted-inside-office-in-ludhiana-accused-arrested/) _2026-08-20 · admin · punjabenews_ Ludhiana: An Additional Commissioner of the Excise Department was allegedly assaulted inside his office in Ludhiana on Thursday after a man reportedly entered the office, abused him and allegedly got into a physical altercation with him. According to the complaint, the accused allegedly pushed the officer and tore his shirt. He also allegedly punched the \[…\] The post Excise department official… ## [Panjab University student council elections on August 31; schedule announced](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/panjab-university-student-council-elections-on-august-31-schedule-announced/) _2026-08-20 · admin · punjabenews_ Chandigarh: The Panjab University Campus Students’ Council (PUCSC) elections will be held on August 31, with the university releasing the detailed election schedule. According to the schedule, candidates can file their nomination papers on August 24 from 9:30 am to 10:30 am. Scrutiny of nominations will begin at 10:35 am, while the list of candidates \[…\] The post Panjab University student council… ## [Channi says skipped CWC meeting with high command’s permission to appear for university exam](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/channi-says-skipped-cwc-meeting-with-high-commands-permission-to-appear-for-university-exam/) _2026-08-20 · admin · punjabenews_ Chandigarh: Former Punjab chief minister and Jalandhar MP Charanjit Singh Channi on Thursday said he had obtained written permission from the Congress high command to miss the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting in New Delhi because he had to appear for an examination at Panjab University. The CWC, the Congress’s highest decision-making body, met in \[…\] The post Channi says skipped CWC… ## [Chemical-laden truck catches fire after touching high-voltage wires in Ludhiana](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/chemical-laden-truck-catches-fire-after-touching-high-voltage-wires-in-ludhiana/) _2026-08-20 · admin · punjabenews_ Ludhiana: A major accident was narrowly avoided in Ludhiana’s Moti Nagar area after a truck carrying chemicals caught fire on Thursday. The flames rose several feet into the air, triggering panic among residents. According to local residents, the truck was passing through the area when it came into contact with overhead high-voltage electricity wires. Sparks \[…\] The post Chemical-laden truck… ## [Qaumi Insaaf Morcha calls Punjab bandh on August 21 over Sikh prisoners’ release](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/qaumi-insaaf-morcha-calls-punjab-bandh-on-august-21-over-sikh-prisoners-release/) _2026-08-20 · admin · punjabenews_ Chandigarh: The Qaumi Insaaf Morcha has announced a Punjab bandh on August 21, demanding the release of imprisoned Sikh prisoners, parole for Jagtar Singh Hawara, and action over the police response to protesters at the Mohali-Chandigarh border on August 15. The Morcha has called for markets, commercial establishments, schools, colleges and road and rail traffic \[…\] The post Qaumi Insaaf Morcha… ## [Drug allegation video linked to youth’s death; police book six, including YouTuber](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/drug-allegation-video-linked-to-youths-death-police-book-six-including-youtuber/) _2026-08-20 · admin · punjabenews_ Lambi: Police have registered a case against six people, including a YouTuber, in connection with the death of 25-year-old Sukhjinder Singh alias Chhinda in Khudian Gulab Singh village. The case was registered under Section 108 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) following allegations that a video accusing the deceased of selling drugs had been circulated \[…\] The post Drug allegation video linked… ## [1984 anti-Sikh riots convict Sajjan Kumar dies while serving life sentence](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/1984-anti-sikh-riots-convict-sajjan-kumar-dies-while-serving-life-sentence/) _2026-08-20 · admin · punjabenews_ New Delhi: Former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar, who was serving a life sentence in connection with the 1984 anti-Sikh riots cases, died on Thursday, according to sources at Safdarjung Hospital. The hospital has not yet provided details about the cause of death. The Delhi High Court had sentenced Kumar to life imprisonment on December 17, \[…\] The post 1984 anti-Sikh riots convict Sajjan Kumar dies… ## [Kheda Watan Punjab Diyan’ torch relay recieves rousing welcome in SBS Nagar](https://punjabenews.com/punjab-news/kheda-watan-punjab-diyan-torch-relay-recieves-rousing-welcome-in-sbs-naga/) _2026-08-20 · admin · punjabenews_ MLA Santosh Kataria welcomes torch relay at Balachaur, says Kheda Watan Punjab Diyan scripting new success story SBS Nagar (PEN News): The torch relay (Mashal March) for the upcoming season of ‘Kheda Watan Punjab Diyan Season-4, 2026’ was accorded a grand and warm reception upon its arrival at Balachaur in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar on \[…\] The post Kheda Watan Punjab Diyan’ torch relay recieves… ## [Anand Karaj interrupted as police arrest bride’s ‘father’ in Faridkot, family alleges manhandling](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/anand-karaj-interrupted-as-police-arrest-brides-father-in-faridkot-family-alleges-manhandling/) _2026-08-19 · admin · punjabenews_ Faridkot: High drama unfolded at a wedding ceremony in Faridkot on Wednesday when police arrested the bride’s father during the Anand Karaj ceremony. The arrest led to a scuffle between police personnel and family members at the spot. A video of the incident reportedly shows a man lying in front of the police vehicle, while \[…\] The post Anand Karaj interrupted as police arrest bride’s ‘father’ in… ## [Congress clarifies stand on Vande Mataram, says only two stanzas will be sung at party events](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/congress-clarifies-stand-on-vande-mataram-says-only-two-stanzas-will-be-sung-at-party-events/) _2026-08-19 · admin · punjabenews_ New Delhi: The Congress has clarified its position on Vande Mataram, saying the party will follow the decision taken at the 1937 Congress session and sing only the first two stanzas of the national song at its official programmes. Congress general secretary K.C. Venugopal announced the decision after the Congress Working Committee meeting at Indira \[…\] The post Congress clarifies stand on Vande… ## [Pakistan protests US envoy’s J&K remarks, summons American diplomat](https://punjabenews.com/latest-news/pakistan-protests-us-envoys-jk-remarks-summons-american-diplomat/) _2026-08-19 · admin · punjabenews_ Islamabad: Pakistan has lodged a strong protest with the United States after US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor described Jammu and Kashmir as an “important part of India” during his visit to Srinagar. Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry summoned the US chargé d’affaires in Islamabad on Wednesday and conveyed its objection to Gor’s remarks as well as \[…\] The post Pakistan protests US envoy’s J&K remarks,… ## [Men’s Hockey World Cup: Harmanpreet, Abhishek Brace as India Beat Pakistan 5-3](https://punjabexpress.com.au/mens-hockey-world-cup-harmanpreet-abhishek-brace-as-india-beat-pakistan-5-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mens-hockey-world-cup-harmanpreet-abhishek-brace-as-india-beat-pakistan-5-3) _2026-08-19 · akash upadhyay · Punjab Express_ Amstelveen, August 19: Captain Harmanpreet Singh and forward Abhishek scored two goals each as India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan 5-3 in a thrilling encounter at the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026 on Wednesday. The victory at the Wagener Hockey Stadium secured India’s place in the next stage of the tournament. Harmanpreet converted penalty corners in \[…\] The post Men’s Hockey World Cup:… ## [पंजाब के लुधियाना में पिज्जा आउटलेट पर 3 सेकंड में 3 गोलियां, इस ग्रुप ने ली हमले की जिम्मेदारी](https://www.khabarfast.com/punjab-ludhiana-3-bullets-fired-in-3-seconds-at-pizza-outlet) _2026-08-19 · Khabarfast · Khabarfast_ Punjab News: पंजाब के लुधियाना के पॉश भाई रणधीर सिंह नगर इलाके में कल देर रात एक पिज्जा आउटलेट पर हुई अंधाधुंध फायरिंग के मामले में गोपी लाहौरिया ग्रुप नाम के पेज ने सोशल मीडिया प्लेटफॉर्म इंस्टाग्राम पर पोस्ट करके घटना की ज़िम्मेदारी ली है। हमलावर दुकान में घुसे और सिर्फ़ तीन सेकंड में तीन गोलियां चलाईं। पुलिस अब CCTV फुटेज के आधार पर शूटरों की तलाश कर रही है, साथ ही इस सोशल मीडिया पोस्ट की… ## [नांदेड़ साहिब में सुखबीर बादल पर हमला, हाथ में लगी चोट, अस्पताल ले जाया गया](https://www.khabarfast.com/sukhbir-badal-attacked-in-nanded-sahib-injured-in-hand-taken-to-hospital) _2026-08-13 · Khabarfast · Khabarfast_ महाराष्ट्र के नांदेड़ साहिब से बड़ी खबर सामने आई है। शिरोमणि अकाली दल के अध्यक्ष सुखबीर सिंह बादल पर हमला किए जाने की जानकारी सामने आई है। ## [पंजाब में नकल विवाद के बीच 454 पदों वाली फार्मेसी अफसर भर्ती पर गिरी गाज, पंजाब-हरियाणा HC ने लगाई रोक](https://www.khabarfast.com/national-news-punjab-haryana-high-court-454-pharmacy-officer-posts-stay-ordered-until-17-september) _2026-08-13 · Khabarfast · Khabarfast_ Pharmacy Officer Posts: बाबा फरीद यूनिवर्सिटी ऑफ हेल्थ साइंसेज (BFUHS) द्वारा आयोजित भर्ती प्रक्रिया को चुनौती देने वाली याचिका के बाद पंजाब और हरियाणा उच्च न्यायालय ने पंजाब में फार्मासिस्ट (फार्मेसी ऑफिसर) के 454 पदों पर नियुक्ति प्रक्रिया पर रोक लगा दी है।